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Many people turn to them to replenish electrolytes, such as sodium and potassium. But some Gatorade flavors have 21 grams of sugar in each ounce serving.

And some Powerade drinks list high fructose corn syrup as the second ingredient. Water with vitamins may sound like another smart health move, but some versions of Vitamin Water have 32 grams of sugar. And Consumer Reports says that there's no need to replenish vitamins just because it's hot outside.

You don't lose vitamins when you sweat. Plant waters are trending. The maker of True Nopal Cactus Water claims that it reduces inflammation. Consumer Reports says that if you want to try any of them, you're best off ignoring the claims.

Mash up your favourite fruits, freeze them into ice cubes, and add to cold water. Classic homemade lemonade 2 tbsp. of honey 1 litre of water regular or fizzy 4 fresh lemons, juiced you can use a lemon juicer or your hands 1 lemon, sliced A few handfuls of ice cubes either regular ice cubes, or ones that have frozen fruit in them!

Mint leaves as a garnish optional Optional additions: Mashed blueberries and strawberries fresh or frozen! Sliced oranges and limes creates a citrus medley! A variety of homemade lemonades can be enjoyed as part of a summer potluck.

Add some fruit-filled ice cubes Looking for more information on healthy drinks? Your kids can help you jazz up your water. Foodie Friday. Laurel Burton.

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Our people. Come for the rural practice opportunity, stay for the growth and development! Northern Health Lab Outpatient Improvement Project wins BC Quality Award. Health awareness. Controlling fluid intake is a very important part of keeping yourself healthy, especially since fluid intake has such a big impact on your heart and blood pressure, and excess can cause swelling and difficulty breathing.

Drinking too much fluid can make your body fill up and hold on to fluid, which makes it harder to walk around and sleep at night if the fluid moves into your lungs. Eating salt and high-sodium foods can cause more trouble by making you feel thirstier and causing your body to retain the fluid you drink.

Your doctor and dietitian can provide guidance for how much fluid to drink and sodium to consume daily to maintain your health.

In general, it is smart to limit or avoid fast foods, soups, salted chips and snacks, or adding salt to foods at the table. Patients I speak with have shared their own ways to reduce their fluid intake.

Christina is a fan of paddle boarding, an avid food photographer and vegan cook. She is currently working on getting a black belt in taekwondo. Christina has been a registered dietitian since and vegan for the past 10 years. By SaVanna Shoemaker, MS, RDN, LD — Updated on February 10, Share on Pinterest.

Understand your fluid needs. Set a daily goal. Keep a reusable water bottle with you. Set reminders. Replace other drinks with water. Drink one glass of water before each meal.

Get a water filter. Flavor your water. Drink one glass of water per hour at work. Sip throughout the day. Eat more foods high in water. Drink one glass of water when you wake up and before bed.

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