Thursday, June 24, 2010

Wanna know what FOODS can re-hydrate you??

Drinking water is NOT the only way to re-hydrate during this season of HOT Texas weather!

Some studies have shown that individuals get approximately 19%-25% of their daily fluid intake from food!


Here are some common foods that will help you stay hydrated this summer...

Lettuce: 96%                           
Orange: 87%
Squash, cooked: 94%
Apple: 86%
Watermelon: 90%                     
Pear: 84%
Cantaloupe: 90%

AND, try this Yummy recipe to keep you hydrated and Fit!!









Watermelon Salad with Feta Cheese
1 cup vertically sliced red onion                     
1/4 tsp sea salt
1/4 cup red wine vinegar                    
1 small cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced thin
2 1/2 cup cubed, seedless watermelon
1/4 cup(1oz) crumbled feta cheese
1 1/2 Tbs white balsamic vinegar
2 Tbs chopped fresh mint
1 Tbs extra virgin olive oil                    
2 Tbs chopped fresh basil
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Combine first 3 ingredients in small bowl; let stand for 30 minutes and then drain pickled onions.
In large bowl, mix balsamic vinegar, oil and pepper; stir well with whisk.  Add pickled onions, watermelon and cucumber; toss gently to coat.
Arrange watermelon mixture on a platter and top with feta, mint and basil.
Make 6 servings.

Per serving: 77 calories; 3.9g fat; 1.9g protein; 9.8g carbs; 1.2g fiber; 152 mg sodium

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