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Ranchi, March 17: With only a few days until one of the most anticipated events of the year, the planning has begun in earnest. Adults have begun preparing all of the festive foods to be offered to guests and family members while children are busy raiding marketplaces for the most colourful water guns.
Holi signifies the end of spring and the start of summer, but the heat says differently. While we’ll be binge-watching, singing, and dancing throughout the day, it’s crucial to remember that the frequent exposure to sunlight and an action-packed day may have an impact on our general health, with dehydration being the most common culprit.
While we’ll be surrounded by water balloons and thandai throughout the majority of the day, few of us will remember to grab a drink of water when it’s needed. In this weather don’t rely on sugary bottled drinks for hydration; instead, take frequent water breaks. Apart from this, you may rely on these 5 hydrating food items to keep you healthy and happy throughout this exciting festival.
Some foods that you should include in your diet before and after Holi to tackle any signs of dehydration are:
Watermelons: When we think of summer fruits, one of the first things that come to mind is the juicy and flavorful watermelon. Watermelon holds 95% water. Watermelon is important for controlling water balance in the body since it is high in lycopene, an antioxidant. On a hot and humid summer day, watermelon is a refreshing way to remain hydrated.
Coconut Water: When we are dehydrated, the levels of sodium and potassium in our bodies are severely low. A glass of coconut water is high in salt and potassium, which can replenish nutrients that have been lost.
Yogurt: Yogurt is simple and packed with a slew of health benefits. It’s made with live microorganisms known as pro-biotics. It’s one of the best foods to include in your diet. It’s also one of the best things to drink in the summer heat because it’s normally served chilled and contains roughly 85% water. Lastly, yoghurt is an excellent source of protein, vitamin B, and calcium.
Cucumbers: Cucumbers are one of the most reliable sources of hydration in our summer diets. Cucumber contains up to 95% water and two substances that reduce water retention that is ascorbic acid and caffeic acid. It increases your body’s hydration and flushes out impurities due to its high water content.
