Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day to maintain hydration levels, support digestion, and flush out toxins from your body.
Eight glasses a day is an easy rule to remember and a good general target. You can also use the body weight formula: take one-third of your body’s weight and drink that number of ounces in fluids. For example, if you weigh 150 pounds, aim to drink 50 ounces of water each day.
Staying hydrated means adding water to the body by drinking water or other beverages and eating watery foods such as fresh fruit. The amount of water a person needs in a day depends on factors such as their body composition and activity level.
Research shows that milk is one of the best beverages for hydration, even better than water or sports drinks. Researchers credit milk’s natural electrolytes, carbohydrates and protein for its effectiveness. Drinking milk after exercise helps replace essential electrolytes that are lost in sweat.
Stick with celery, cucumbers, tomatoes, green peppers, and Romaine lettuce. There are plenty of hidden sources of water in your diet, says White. If you want to tap into these foods, reach for oatmeal, yogurt, soup, and smoothies.
