5 Vegetables Rich in Water that Can Hydrate the Body

Dream - Sahabat Dream must spend the day outdoors in hot weather? If so, make sure your fluid needs are optimally met. It is important to know the body's fluid needs in a day.

The recommended water intake for men and women in one day is very different. Women are advised to consume a total of 2.7 liters of water per day, or equivalent to 11 glasses of water. Meanwhile, men are advised to consume 3.7 liters of water per day, or equivalent to 16 glasses of water every day.

The source of the water intake we need actually does not only come from the drinks we consume, but also from the food we eat. "About 80% of that amount can come from drinking water and other beverages such as coffee, tea, milk, and juice, while about 20% comes from fiber-rich foods," said Roxana Ehsani, MS, RD, a nutritionist.

According to Ehsani, adding fiber-rich fruits and vegetables to every meal or snack we consume can help meet our body's fluid needs. If possible, fill half of your plate with vegetables or fruits. Here is a list of fiber-rich foods that can also meet the body's fluid needs because they are rich in water.

5 Fiber-Rich Foods that Help Hydrate the Body

1. Lettuce or iceberg lettuce (96% water)
If you are looking for a food with the highest water content, lettuce is the answer. In terms of nutrition, lettuce is often considered the weakest link in vegetable salads. Nevertheless, according to Alexandra Miller, MS, RDN, LDN, a Corporate Dietitian at Medifast, Inc, lettuce is very rich in water. This vegetable is also low in calories (only 10 calories per cup) and can be a source of vitamin A and C.

2. Cucumber (95% water)

Cucumbers are indeed foods that are seemingly 'packed' with water. "Cucumbers contain about 95% water," said Ilyse Schapiro, MS, RDN, a nutrition expert.

Furthermore, cucumbers contain potassium that can help prevent strokes. In addition, they contain anti-inflammatory compounds, fisetin, which improve brain health. Wow, there are so many benefits.

3. Zucchini (95% water)

With a water content of 95%, zucchini ranks among the top in the list of foods that hydrate the body. Due to its low calories (a small zucchini contains only 20 calories), zucchini is a perfect substitute for pasta in the form of spiral noodles.

4. Celery (95% water)
A study from the University of Illinois found that luteolin, a flavonoid in celery, has the potential to inhibit cancer cells, especially in the pancreas. Another study from the University of Missouri found that apigenin, a compound found in celery, can stop breast cancer cells from proliferating and spreading. Celery may be small, but it's spicy.

5. Radish (95% water)
“Radishes are known for their cooling effect. The natural heat or spiciness of radishes works in the body to help reduce excess heat,” said Rebecca Scritchfield, RDN, a nutritionist and author of the book Body Kindness. She also added that radishes are a source of vitamin C, phosphorus, and iron, important minerals, and antioxidants that protect cells and nourish tissues.

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Can Dehydration Make People Forgetful, Is It True?

Dream - Many people underestimate the importance of drinking water because its effects are not immediately felt. Usually, people only drink water when they are thirsty.

However, water must be consumed to optimize various bodily functions. Dehydration can cause various things that are rarely realized, such as forgetfulness.

Dr. Nadhira Afifa through her Instagram account @nadhiraafifa, revealed that just 2 percent dehydration can disrupt cognitive function, especially in terms of decreased concentration and memory.

This fact is also based on the large amount of water content in the brain, which is 75 percent. Other studies have also shown that dehydrated students have poor exam scores.

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"Fulfill your fluid needs by drinking enough water according to your body condition. Adult women on average need 1.6 liters of water per day, while men need 2 liters," she said.

People aged 65 and over are advised to drink 1.5 liters of water per day, but this amount can be adjusted to each individual's body condition for positive health effects.

Don't let yourself be dehydrated, Sahabat Dream.

Does Drinking Cold Water Make Menstrual Blood Flow Less Smoothly, Myth or Fact?

Dream - Some women feel pain or cramps in the abdomen during menstruation. Some even experience migraines before menstruation. The pain can become worse when you don't pay attention to what you consume every day.

Perhaps you have been advised to drink cold water before menstruation to make the blood flow smoother and reduce pain or abdominal cramps. Drinking cold water is even said to be able to delay the menstrual cycle.

Those who believe in this claim prefer to drink warm water before and during menstruation.

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But is it true that drinking cold water can make menstrual blood flow less smoothly? Is it a fact or just a myth?

A TikToker who works as a doctor provides an explanation regarding this matter. Kevin Mak, who is also active in creating content, says that the claim that drinking cold water can hinder menstrual blood flow is just a myth. 

Kevin explains that the digestive tract and the place where menstrual blood comes out are different.

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Although the channels are close together, it does not mean that consuming cold water hinders the flow of menstrual blood.

So, you can still drink cold water before and during menstruation. Also, make sure to consume healthy foods during menstruation to regulate the menstrual cycle.

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