Do fruits and vegetables really count towards your water intake? Stylist investigates.
And it’s not just plants that can be hydrating, adds dietitian working with prebiotic fibre specialistLaura Tilt. “About 20 to 30% of our total daily water intake comes from foods like soup and stews as well as various fruits and vegetables,” she explains. So cutting out these saucy, watery foods would have a big impact on your hydration levels.Your daily water intake, however, is a different measure.
Right now, with a 30°C heatwave expected in the UK, our water intake will probably need to go up a little to compensate for the extra fluid loss in sweat. That is when foods can be useful for those who struggle to drink even more water in the heat. So 100g of watermelon will contain roughly 90ml of water – not enough to fully hydrate you but it could be thirst-quenching.And topping up on fruits and vegetables is never a bad idea.
Don’t stress about hydration, though. The simplest way to tell if you need a glass of water is if you are thirsty or not. Some experts also recommend checking your pee. “Urine that is a pale straw-like colour is a good way to tell you’re hydrated. Remember that drinking too much water can also be an issue and lead to an imbalance of electrolytes in the body which can be dangerous,” adds Bajekal.
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