Simple Ways to Stay Hydrated this Summer

Simple Ways to Stay Hydrated this Summer | Beat the Heat

Summer is here, and with its arrival, comes a lot of dehydration issues in our body. Now, when we hear the term ‘dehydration’, we instantly think of drinking water. Of course, many of us know that drinking water to keep our body hydrated is vital, but because we lack the know-how, many of us remain dehydrated, especially in summer. Here, I have compiled a list of some simple ways to stay hydrated this summer. The ways that I’ve mentioned below are simple but are extremely beneficial for a human body to stay hydrated.


Simple Ways to Stay Hydrated 


Drink Enough Water

Drink-Enough-Water

Drink Enough Water. Credit: MiNDFOOD

Who doesn’t know about this, right? But, are you drinking enough water to beat this summer heat? The best way to keep yourself hydrated is to drink a lot of water. Drinking enough water keeps your system well-hydrated and the chances are, you will not fall sick because of dehydration. It also maintains your body temperature and keeps you going throughout the day without feeling tired, lazy and dehydrated.

Fruit Infused Water. Credit: wheretobuyit.online

Fruit Infused Water. Credit: wheretobuyit.online

Many people fail to consume enough water because they find plain water boring. If you don’t like drinking plain water, mix it up with some fruits. In fact, fruit-infused waters can be very beneficial to your overall health and also are yummy as well. So, jazz up your water, drink a lot and stay healthy this summer!

Eat Fruits

Summer Fruits. Credit: India.com

Summer Fruits. Credit: India.com

Around 20% of your water intake comes from what you eat, especially if you eat lots of fruits and vegetables. There are various summer fruits that provide hydration to your body. Fruits like watermelon, papaya, orange, sweet lemon, cucumber, etc. are good options for this season.

Avoid Drinks that Dehydrate You

Avoid Drinks that dehydrate you. Credit: Smart Health Kick

Avoid Drinks that dehydrate you. Credit: Smart Health Kick

Not every fluid that you consume is going to benefit you and your dehydration issue. Drinks packed with sugar or caffeine over-stimulate the body, throwing off its balance and causing you to lose more hydration than you gain from drinking them. You can probably guess that energy drinks are a no-go in the quest for hydration, but so is alcohol. As much fun as it is to imbibe on the beach or by the pool, dehydration is expedited by drinking alcohol. So, make sure you avoid fluids that dehydrate you.

Set Reminders

Set Reminders. Credit: stuff.co.nz

Set Reminders. Credit: stuff.co.nz

You might have your mind set on drinking water in the morning, but, by nightfall, you realize you haven’t had much recently. Using reminders can be a helpful way to reprogram the mind to better drinking habits. To do this, simply set reminders on your phone every hour. The thing to remember here is that you are keeping a consistent flow of water in the body and not letting it ever go into a dehydrated state.

Dress Light

Dress Light. Credit: yourhappyplaceblog

Dress Light. Credit: yourhappyplaceblog

In summer, the outfits you wear can also cause you to sweat more and, therefore, lose water. That is why it is important to have a little bit of knowledge about the fabrics. Wear the ones that are breathable and light. Linen, cotton, lace and synthetic fibers are lightweight and airy options to go for in summer.

So, here ends my list of some simple ways to stay hydrated this summer. All of the above-mentioned tricks are extremely easy and very beneficial at the same time. Here are some other simple tips to beat the heat this summer. Summer is here, don’t stay in and be lazy; go out and enjoy the sunshine in a healthier way!

Enjoy the Sunshine. Credit: The Young Independents

Enjoy the Sunshine. Credit: The Young Independents