Top Hydrating Foods

A 2009 study by researchers at the University of Aberdeen Medical School claims that reaching for a water rich fruit or vegetable after a workout may hydrate your body twice as effectively as a glass of water. This is because water-rich fruits and vegetables also provide you with natural sugars, amino acids, mineral salts and vitamins that are lost in exercise. The study found that this combination helps hydrate you more effectively than water or sports drinks. Eating fruits and vegetables high in water content can replenish your body without all the artificial colors and flavors commonly found in sports drinks. The biggest advantage of consuming high water content foods is that they contain minimal calories and provide a feeling of fullness.

Cucumber:  96%  Watermelon:  96% Pineapple:  95%  Romaine Lettuce:  95% Zucchini:  95% Radish:  95%  Celery:  95%  Blueberry:  95%  Tomato:  94%  Green Cabbage:  93%

Cantaloupe:  92% 

cauliflower:  92% eggplant:  92%  red cabbage:  92%  peppers:  92% spinach:  92% Broccoli:  91% Grapefruit:  90%  Pear:  89%  Carrots:  87% Green Peas:  79%





Source:  Mala Srivastava  http://healthyeating.sfgate.com/list-fruits-vegetable-high-water-content-8958.html