To support your overall health, many factors need to be observed, however staying hydrated is one of the key factors, and drinking enough fluids and consuming hydrating fruits and vegetables on daily basis is paramount.
However, drinking lots of water and being well hydrated don’t often equal to the same thing. Proper hydration needs not only enough water, but the help of appropriate proportion of electrolytes as they play a significant role in regulating our body’s water balance.
Electrolytes are molecules of important minerals - sodium, calcium, magnesium chloride, potassium, hydrogen phosphate and bicarbonate - and when dissolved in fluids, form electrolytes. These are the positive or negative ions needed for our metabolic processes, and essential for proper functioning of other processes such as digestion. In addition, our nervous system, our muscular system and all organs down to the cellular level depend on it. Electrolytes also help maintain our body’s PH balance.
It is generally recommended to drink between 6-8 glasses of water per day, however, the amount depends on so many factors, such as the seasons, level of physical activity and your body mass, so the best guideline is as long as you are drinking water when you feel thirsty and include plenty of water-rich and electrolyte-rich foods to your diet, you will remain hydrated.
*please note - stay away from sweet carbonated drinks!*
Cucumbers, lettuce, spinach, celery, carrots, tomatoes, bell peppers, avocados, courgettes, beetroot, apples, watermelon, cantaloupe, strawberries, peaches, plums, apricots, oranges, grapefruits, lemons and more....such as gazpacho, vegetable soups and bone broths
To a glass of water, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, a slice of lemon, a pinch of pink Himalayan salt, and a couple of slices of cucumber. Stir well and enjoy! You can also add a little raw honey and a sprig of mint for a truly delicious refreshing drink.
Throughout the day, enjoy adding fruits, vegetables and herbs to your drinking water, such as lemon, lime, cucumber, strawberries, pineapple, and mint. Drink a glass of this electrolyte rich water before meals as well.
The green juice will not only contribute to keeping your body well hydrated throughout the day but help to absorb the rich nutrients. Enjoy creating delicious smoothies and freshly pressed juices from a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables, adding unsweetened coconut water for extra electrolytes.
