water-dense foods for rehydrating
According to the September/October issue of Nutrition Today, data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey III reveal that individuals get approximately 19% of their total daily fluid intake from foods; other studies have estimated this number may be as high as 25%. Here’s a look at the water content of some commonly consumed foods that can help you stay properly hydrated throughout the day:
- lettuce (iceberg): 96%
- squash, cooked: 94%
- cantaloupe: 90%
- orange: 87%
- apple: 86%
- pear: 84%
According to the September/October issue of Nutrition Today, data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey III reveal that individuals get approximately 19% of their total daily fluid intake from foods; other studies have estimated this number may be as high as 25%. Here’s a look at the water content of some commonly consumed foods that can help you stay properly hydrated throughout the day:
- lettuce (iceberg): 96%
squash, cooked: 94%
cantaloupe: 90%
orange: 87%
apple: 86%
pear: 84%
