Are you making these 5 summer hydration mistakes?

Subhadrika Sen

Waiting till you feel thirsty: Thirst is the last signal that your body gives when it is already slightly dehydrated. To avoid this, keep sipping water throughout the day.

Drinking only plain water: In summers, the body also loses electrolytes. To replenish them in the system, eat hydrating liquids like coconut water, lemon water etc.

Too much caffeine: Drinking more than two cups of coffee a day can actually be detrimental for your health.

Not consuming water-based food: Drinking water is essential but hydrating food like cucumber, oranges, watermelon etc adds extra hydration to the body.

Excessive hydration: Don’t drink excessive water at one go. Space out your drinking throughout the day.  

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