10 fruits more moisturizing than water
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Water should be your main source of hydration, but the food you eat also help you meet your daily hydration needs. Eating fruit provides liquids and electrolytes, as well as vitamins, minerals and fibers.
1. Cucumbers
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Technically, cucumbers are classified as a fruit, and they have a very high water content, up to 96%. Cucumbers also provide nutrients you need to protect yourself against dehydration.
A cup of cucumbers has 15 calories and contains the following nutrients:
- Vitamin K
- Folate
- Calcium
- Antioxidant polyphenols
- Flavonoids
- Potassium
- Magnesium
- Sodium
2. tomatoes
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Another vegetable that is really a fruit, tomatoes represent approximately 94% of water and is a basic food for salads, sandwiches and wraps.
A portion to a cup of tomatoes contains 45 calories and the following vitamins and nutrients:.
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin K
- Vitamin C
- Potassium
- Antioxidants, like lycopene
- Magnesium, which can help muscles recover from physical activity
3. Watermelon
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As its name suggests, watermelon is one of the most moisturizing fruits, with a water content of around 92%.
A watermelon corner, or approximately 1/16 of the whole melon, contains 85 calories and the following nutrients:
- Fiber
- Vitamin A
- Potassium
- Lycopene
- Citrulline, an amino acid that promotes healthy blood flow through your whole body
4. Strawberries
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Strawberries have a water content of around 92% and are a perfectly sweet treat. Do not let the sweet taste you deceive – the trials are actually a fairly low glycemic index fruit, so they are less likely to climb your blood sugar.
A portion to a cup of strawberries contains 48 calories and the following nutrients:
- Vitamin C
- Folate M
- Manganese
- Fiber
- Anthocyans and flavonoids, which are powerful antioxidants
5. Grapefruit
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The grapefruit is approximately 90% of water, so it can be a crisp and tangy addition to salads and makes it a refreshing juice. Remember that the grapefruit interacts with a lot of medication. So, if you take prescription drugs, be sure to check the label to see if it is sure to eat grapefruit or drink grapefruit juice.
Half of a grapefruit contains 53 calories, as well as:
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin A
- Fiber
- Polyphenols, which are anti-inflammatory and antioxidants
6. Cantaloup
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The water content of Cantaloup is approximately 90%, which makes it a hydrating melon which can be a sweet snack in itself or used as a complement in savory salads. Its soft texture also makes it an excellent choice to make your own sorbet or popsicles.
A medium size corner of Cantaloup has 23 calories and the following nutrients:
- Fiber
- Vitamin A
- Beta-carotene
7. Péaches
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Fisheries have an impressive hydration punch, with a water content of around 88%. Add them to the salads or associate them with your other favorites to make skewers.
A cup of slices fishing contains 66 calories as well as:
- Fiber
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin B
- Beta-carotene
- Potassium
8. Cranberries
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The whole and not dried cranberries are around 87% of water. Keeping a bag of frozen cranberries in the freezer for yogurt or salads is a quick and easy way to add additional hydration to a meal.
A cup of raw and fresh cranberries contains 11 calories and is rich in nutrients like:
9. Pineapple
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The 87% pineapple water content can help you stay hydrated. Dice it to add a little sweetness to an envelope or a salad.
A slice of pineapple has 40 calories and the following nutrients:
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin B6
- Copper
- Magnesium
- Potassium
- Iron
10. Raspairies
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With a water content of around 87%, these small bays are in fact equal to larger fruits in hydration.
A cup of raspberries contains 62 calories and nutrients such as:
- Vitamin K
- Vitamin E
- Vitamin B
- Vitamin C
- Fiber
- Antioxidants
- Magnesium
- Phosphorus
- Potassium
- Manganese