Foods that help to keep your body hydrated

Cucumber

One of the most hydrating foods is cucumbers, which are primarily made of water—roughly 95% of them. Consuming cucumber slices as a snack or adding them to salads can help you drink more water

Watermelon

With over 92% water content, watermelon is another fruit that is very hydrating. You may stay hydrated by adding watermelon to smoothies or eating it as a light snack

Strawberries

With over 91% water content, strawberries are not only delicious but also hydrating. Fresh strawberries are great on their own or as an added hydrating ingredient in salads, oats, and yoghurt

Lettuce

Lettuce has a high water content of about 96%, especially iceberg lettuce kinds. Adding lettuce to sandwiches or salads can help you stay hydrated overall

Celery

With almost 95% water content, celery is hydrating and crisp. As a hydrated snack, try celery sticks with peanut butter or hummus

Tomatoes

With a water content of about 94%, tomatoes are not only juicy but also hydrating. Add tomatoes to soups, salads, and sandwiches to help them stay hydrated

Bell peppers

With a water content of about 92%, bell peppers, especially the red and green types, are hydrating vegetables. Bell peppers can be added to salads and stir-fries or enjoyed raw as a snack

Oranges

At roughly 86% water content, oranges are a fruit that is high in hydration. Eat oranges for a cool snack or sip on fresh orange juice to stay more hydrated

This content, including advice, gives generic information only and is in no way a substitute for a qualified medical opinion