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Staying hydrated can be difficult, especially in hot climates or while exercising. If you find yourself getting thirsty and need a quick solution to quench that thirst, there are a variety of liquids you can turn to, and also several foods that can help.
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Drink water. Water is by far the best choice for your body. Other than being refreshing, free, and easily accessible, it can also help you maintain a healthy weight. People who drink more water tend to take in fewer calories throughout the rest of the day.[1]
- If plain water is too boring, mix in a sugar-free flavor additive or add slices of orange or cucumber.
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Consume tea or coffee. It’s a myth that caffeinated beverages will dehydrate you. While caffeine itself is dehydrating, the water in tea and coffee more than makes up for it. Make it more refreshing by adding ice to create iced tea or iced coffee.[2]
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Choose a sports drink. Sports beverages like Gatorade and Powerade contain electrolytes, which are important minerals that your body loses when it sweats. So if you’re thirsty after exercising or being out in the heat, choose one of these high-sodium drinks.[3]
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Drink a carbonated beverage. Carbonation can make a drink more refreshing and influence you to drink more liquid than you would have otherwise. It won't hydrate you any better than other beverages – it just quenches your thirst quickly.[4]
- Opt for a diet soda or sparkling water in order to cut out any extra sugar.
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Try coconut water. The clear liquid in the center of a coconut is the coconut water, and it's become one of the fastest-growing beverage categories in the industry. It's not only refreshing but also packed with vitamins, nutrients, and electrolytes, so it's another good option for rehydrating after a workout.[5]
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Make your beverages cold. Cold drinks have been shown to reduce thirst more effectively than warm or room temperature beverages. Add ice to your drink or store a pitcher of water in the fridge so you always have access to chilled water.[6]
- If you need to chill a beverage quickly and don’t want to water it down by putting ice in it, try placing it (in a sealed bottle or can) into a bowl with water, ice, and a generous amount of salt. This will chill it in about five minutes.[7]
- For on-the-go cold drinks, fill a thermos or insulated water bottle with ice but no water. This will cause it to melt more slowly.
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Eat fruits like watermelon and strawberries. Watermelon is made of 92 percent water, and also contains several vitamins and minerals, like salt, that are important for rehydration. Strawberries have more water than any other berry and also have the added bonus of being packed with vitamin C.[8]
- Other examples of water-rich fruits are cantaloupe, pineapple, and raspberries.
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Choose vegetables like cucumbers or celery. Cucumbers have the highest water content of any solid food (96 percent), so they’re the perfect choice for quenching your thirst when you’re not in the mood to drink anything. Celery is a close second, and the added crunch will give you some texture variety.[9]
- Other example of water-rich vegetables are lettuce, spinach, and green peppers.
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Make a chilled soup. While soup may not seem like the most refreshing option, a cold soup made of cucumber, greek yogurt, mint, and ice cubes can be blended quickly for a hydrating and low-calorie meal.
- Try other cold soup recipes like watermelon gazpacho, tomato gazpacho, or cool avocado soup.
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The Takeaway: Quickly Satisfying Thirst
Drinking water is the best way to quench thirst fast. Or, opt for water-based drinks like tea and coffee; adding a few ice cubes gives these beverages an extra refreshing taste. Sports drinks like Gatorade and Powerade contain helpful electrolytes which can quench your thirst quickly, too.
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- ↑ https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/big-benefits-plain-water-201605269675
- ↑ https://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/06/27/dehydration-myths_n_3498380.html
- ↑ https://greatist.com/fitness/do-i-really-need-electrolytes-after-exercise
- ↑ https://www.medicaldaily.com/quench-your-thirst-quickly-coldness-carbonation-help-you-stay-hydrated-399907
- ↑ https://www.health24.com/Natural/Natural-living/Coconut-water-the-ultimate-thirst-quencher-20141006
- ↑ https://www.medicaldaily.com/quench-your-thirst-quickly-coldness-carbonation-help-you-stay-hydrated-399907
- ↑ https://www.popsci.com/fastest-way-to-chill-your-beer#page-2
- ↑ https://dailyburn.com/life/health/healthy-foods-stay-hydrated-without-water/
- ↑ https://dailyburn.com/life/health/healthy-foods-stay-hydrated-without-water/
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If you’re dehydrated, you can quench your thirst fast by consuming a variety of liquids. Water is the best way to rehydrate yourself, but you can also drink sports drinks, fruit juice, or coconut water. Tea, coffee, and soda will also help to quench your thirst, although they won’t hydrate you as well. Consume your drink cold to quench your thirst even faster. You can also eat fruits that contain a lot of water, such as watermelon, strawberries, and pineapple. Alternatively, blend a smoothie from water-rich vegetables like cucumber, lettuce, celery, and peppers. For more tips, including how to make a thirst-quenching soup, read on!
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