helps keep you hydrated.
Foods with high water content include:
- Watermelon
- Cucumbers
- Oranges
- Strawberries
- Tomatoes
- Lettuce
- Soups
Other beverages can also contribute, although some drinks contain caffeine, sugar, or alcohol, which may make them less suitable as your main source of fluids.
The Bottom Line
You’re probably not “doing it all wrong” if you haven’t been following a perfect eight-glass schedule.
For most healthy adults, the best approach is much simpler:
- Drink regularly throughout the day.
- Pay attention to thirst.
- Increase fluids when you’re active or it’s hot.
- Don’t force
