Staying hydrated is the go-to advice you’re sure to hear throughout the summer and for good reason. Your hydration needs rise as the weather gets warmer, and giving your body plenty of fluids can keep your energy up for outdoor workouts and avoid mistaking thirst for hunger.
“When we think of hydration, our minds typically think about how many glasses of water we’re consuming, but it’s so much more than that,” says Micah Siva, a trained chef and registered dietitian based in San Diego. “The foods we eat can play a big part, and coming into the summer months, it’s important to include high-water content foods in your daily routine.”
During the summer, there’s a wealth of flavorful, water-rich fruits and veggies you can add to your grocery cart. And, what’s even better, they also come with filling fiber and phytonutrients, plant-based chemicals that protect your body from harmful free radicals linked to chronic conditions like heart disease and cancer.
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