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10 Best Hydrating Drinks Besides Water

By Ipsa Sweta Dhal
hydrating drinks besides water

Water is a very essential drink to sustain life on Earth. Water is a very versatile drink because of its neutral taste as well as usage in various other forms.

It is very important to keep the body hydrated, as water serves as a medium to transport various nutrients and minerals to various parts of the body. Apart from that, it also helps in the proper blood circulation.

But if you are bored with the neutral taste but want to keep your body hydrated, there are various other substitutes with hydrating benefits.

Let's have a look at a few of them!

#1 Lemon Water

#1 Lemon Water

Every Indian's memory will be revived when they hear the word "nimbu paani", as it is a constant drink people indulged in during summers. It is probably one of the most hydrating drinks. Lemon water is a great source of increasing the body's immunity as well as losing weight. Just squeeze two lemons into a bottle of water and add a pinch of salt and keep sipping on it throughout the day.

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#2 Milk

#2 Milk

Milk contains natural carbs, proteins and sodium that help to rehydrate the body. It is probably more of a rehydrating agent than water when your body is dehydrated. The best part is, it is very appealing to your taste buds. You can make smoothies or buttermilk (made up of yogurt).

#3 Coconut Water

#3 Coconut Water

Everyone knows the health benefits of drinking coconut water. It is low in calories and high in potassium that makes it a very a good weight loss buddy. It has better hydrating qualities than plain water. It also energizes the dehydrated body and is a healthier substitute to energy drinks.

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#4 Aloe Vera Juice

#4 Aloe Vera Juice

Aloe vera has gained the status of a superfood because of its versatile nature. It is packed with antioxidants that can help to detoxify your body. It also helps to get the radiating glow and spotless skin. You can just take a few chunks of the jelly and mix it with water to prepare this healthy drink.

#5 Herbal Teas

#5 Herbal Teas

Herbal teas, as the name sounds so exotic and healthy, are the organic teas that often come with various health benefits. Teas like hibiscus, rose or chamomile help to keep the body rehydrated during winters. They also have a relaxation effect on the mind and body after a tiring day at work.

#6 Chia Water

#6 Chia Water

Chia seeds are otherwise also beneficial, as they have healthy effects on the body. Chia seeds quickly absorb in water and it just takes minutes before they swell up and you can enjoy the rehydrating drink. It is also a natural energy drink, which has no side effects. It is a great way to beat the summer heat. You can add these seeds to milk as well.

#7 Smoothies

#7 Smoothies

Smoothies are a great way to start your day, as it provides you with instant energy to be refreshed throughout the day. Smoothies come in various flavours and can be very low in terms of calorie, making it a good weight loss food. Various smoothies like watermelon or strawberry also help to naturally keep the body hydrated.

#8 Fruit-infused Water

#8 Fruit-infused Water

For all those who have genuinely got tired of drinking water, here's a way to make it interesting by adding fruits to it. Not only will it add a flavour to the boring water but also help the body to rehydrate. The sugar content of the fruits is diluted in water and it makes a great weight loss and rehydrating drink.

#9 Cucumber Juice

#9 Cucumber Juice

Cucumber is known to be loaded with high water content that makes it a very effective hydrating drink. Vegetables are more efficient hydrating agents as compared to fruits because of the sugar content in fruits. Vegetables can serve as great hydrating juices.

#10 Sports Drinks

#10 Sports Drinks

Sports drinks always help in replenishing the lost water from the body. People always grab a sports drink after a gym session or a ball match. Sports drinks always serve as great hydrating agents; but be sure as to not consume too much of them, as they are high in sodium and carbs.

These are some of the best alternatives for water to efficiently hydrate your body.

Story first published: Wednesday, December 20, 2017, 18:21 [IST]
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