Ask Mr. Pedometer and Friends…
July 31 2019
Q: Mr. Pedometer, what are some good ways to stay hydrated in the hot summer weather other than drinking water?
A: Drinking plain water does get old – but there are ways you can still focus on staying hydrated. Last month’s Consumer Reports on Health (cr.org/health) offered the following tips:
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MAKE WATER TASTIER –
“Fill a pitcher or large water bottle with water each morning and aim to finish it off by bedtime will help you stay hydrated. If plain water is unappealing,“Add a splash of 100 percent fruit juice to a glassful” “Or chop up strawberries, melon, cucumber and orange, mint or other flavorful items and mix into a pitcher of water.
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CHOOSE FRUITS AND VEGGIES – “Watermelon is a great choice during the summer months, but so are strawberries, lettuce, celery, spinach, tomatoes, and cooked squash – because they all contain 90 percent water or more.”
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WHIP UP A SMOOTHIE – “In some cases, a smoothie you buy at a smoothie shop may have some of the same disadvantages as sports drinks and sodas: too much sugar. But if you make a smoothie at home, you can skip the sugar and pack your drink with other healthy ingredients, such a leafy greens, grains, or protein sources like silken tofu. For one of our favorite frappes, first blend ¼ cup oats until powdery. Add 1 1/2 cups frozen mixed berries, ½ cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt, ¼ cup orange juice, and 1 teaspoon orange zest. Blend until smooth.”