With the dog days of summer upon us, it’s more important than ever to stay hydrated. Did you know that 75 percent of Americans are chronically dehydrated? With that in mind, keeping hydrated this summer will allow you to enjoy all the season has to offer, from boating and swimming to lounging on the beach and attending a barbecue. Let’s go over some hydration basics to tackle the hot weather this summer.
Water
Of course, the #1 hydration necessity is water. Nothing quenches the thirst quite like it. But water does much more than quench your thirst. It actually keeps your body running, allowing your tissues, joints, cells and organs to all work together properly, while regulating your body temperature and getting rid of waste.
You have many choices at your fingertips, whether you go with natural mineral water, still water, or something with a little twist like sparkling strawberry mango. You just can’t go wrong with chugging some good old fashioned water while frolicking on the beach.
Juice
Juice is also a good hydrator, as it adds a bit of flavor to your beverage experience. You just have to make wise choices and go with juices that are low in sugar. From Snapple zero sugar diet raspberry tea to Nantucket Nectars Pomegranate Cherry, be sure to carry some juice with you at all times – you never know when the urge to drink up will hit you.
Energy Drinks
With summer comes a lot of activity. Whether you like to play beach volleyball or you like to grab a pickup game of basketball at the local park, you need to stay hydrated while replacing lost electrolytes. That’s where energy drinks come in. They’re perfect for sports- and fitness-minded people, whether you choose Hackamore Premium Energy or Vitamin Water Tropical Citrus.
Energy drinks typically contain:
- Sugar, although some don’t have any sugar and are low-carb friendly.
- B vitamins: These help your body convert food into energy.
- Amino acid derivatives: These include taurine and L-carnitine, and both are naturally produced by your body.
- Herbal extracts: Guarana adds more caffeine, while ginseng can improve brain function.
Ice Tea
There’s nothing like a cold glass of ice tea on a hot day. Try Honest Moroccan Mint Green Tea, Snapple Honey Sweet Tea, or Odyssey Elixir Immunity Berry White Tea. No matter which brand you try, you can’t go wrong with chugging ice tea while at your neighbor’s pool party.
From seltzers to flavored water, the name of the game this summer is light, thirst-quenching and cold.
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