It’s not just about what you drink, but what you eat.
There are a fair number of hydration myths swirling around out there. Hydration is about so much more than H20. Hydration is about sodium, potassium, sweat, and pee. It’s also not just about what you drink, but what you eat.
Avoid these hydration myths and calibrate this balance correctly, and you’ll supercharge your health.Your hydration balance depends on how much you sweat, your diet, elevation, and even humidity. A healthy diet delivers about 20 percent of fluid intake, says Kim Schwabenbauer, R.D., a USA Triathlon coach.Turn to watermelon, grapefruit, cucumber, broccoli, apples, and grapes as snacks to increase your fluid consumption.
Sodium is the mineral lost in the greatest quantities in sweat and urine, and replacing it is essential for proper hydration. So how much is too much? It’s complicated...1 to 2% body water loss=Impaired aerobic function; physical work capacity decreased.4% body water loss=Blood pressure drops, increasing fainting risk. Sweating stops, increasing the risk of overheating.Myth #4: Bananas are great for dehydration cramps.
Most people get around half the recommended 4,700 milligrams of potassium daily, says Megan Meyer, Ph.D., of the International Food Information Council Foundation. Imbalance can also affect blood pressure and heart contractions.That’s like saying everyone needs to eat 2,800 calories a day.
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