Fruits contains large amount of water along with much nutritional value. Many varieties of fruits are available in summer season that helps you to keep heat at bay. As most of us spend more time under the sun we get dehydrated soon. To reduce this problem, here is the list of hydrating fruits that you can incorporate in your diet.

Watermelon:

Watermelon is one of the best fruit that contains 92% water by weight. It helps to keep you hydrated and refreshed this summer. It has significant levels of Vitamin A, B6, C and lots of lycopene, antioxidants and amino acids. The beta carotene and Vitamin C instantly rejuvenates your body on a hot day. While selecting the fruit make sure to select the one that smells sweet and musky.

Oranges:

 Oranges are excellent source of Vitamin C, thiamine and folate which provides natural UV protection and reduces the stress levels by enhancing the production of RBC in your body. Oranges are also loaded with beta-carotene, cryptoxanthin and lutein. These protect the eyes from macular degeneration and help keep away infections and cancers. It also alkalizes our body. Although they are acidic, the acidic minerals help to balance out the body after they are digested.

Kiwi:

Kiwi fruit is also known as gooseberry or Macaque peach. It is one of the delicious and nutritious food that must be consumed in summer as it offers unique cooling effect on the body. It is packed with vitamin E, Potassium and fiber. Also it is rich in vitamin C.

Grapes:

Grapes are one of the readily available fruits that can be consumed easily. They are excellent fruits that quench your thirst and satiate your hunger. Grapes of all colour offers many health benefits. They contain a variety of antioxidants and other polyphenols. The reservatrol present in it helps to power up weight loss, protects heart and mop up brain damaging plaques. They also act as best blood cleansers.

Cherry:

Cherries are one of the delicious fruits that must be consumed in summer. These are rich in anti-oxidants like anthocyanins and cyaniding and help in reducing age-related diseases and cancers. They are low in calories, high in fiber and packed with full of nutrients. Cherries help to reduce inflammation and risk of gout, reduce belly fat and supports good sleep.

By Lizitha