As I posted a tomato salad recipe on my diabetic blog this morning, I thought about how helpful tomatoes can be to helping one stay hydrated, especially in the heat of summer. A study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that two extra servings of fresh produce daily cuts the risk of dehydration. If you have trouble staying hydrated but you don't like or get tired of water, grab a fruit or veggie that has a high-water volume. Fruit and veggies contain gel water, a form of fluid that releases water into the body slowly and steadily to hydrate cells more efficiently than does plain water.
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