As summer temperatures rise and humidity levels wreak their havoc, it makes perfect sense to seek out drinks and bites that keep us well hydrated. Popular “cooling” foods like watermelon, cucumbers and tomatoes are highly active during warmer seasons, and their high water content makes it easy for consumers to get thirst-quenching satisfaction. But contrary to popular belief, a food’s ability to hydrate the human body doesn’t rely entirely on its water content. “The presence of salts, sugar, and electrolytes helps our bodies retain water much better than water alone,”…
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