Smoothy Slim
Smoothy Slim
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There's no difference in how water hydrates you if you are drinking it on its own or if it's a component of something else. Drinks other than plain water such as milk, ready-to-drink shakes (such as SlimFast), sparkling water, iced tea, and sports drinks can all contribute to your daily fluid needs.
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A scrumptious morning smoothy based on the diets of among the healthiest, longest-living hamlet in the world.
Learn More »SlimFast Plan Consultant and Registered Dietitian, Maryann Walsh helps clear up questions about what beverages can help hydration. It is safe to assume most people know how important it is to stay hydrated, but as a Registered Dietitian I often hear many individuals say that they believe the only way to stay hydrated is by drinking lots of water. There are numerous infographics and social media posts circulating the internet stating this as fact. However, you should always check the source when getting information from the internet and question if it is coming from a credible source with a health or science background. Coffee and tea lovers rejoice! Coffee and tea usually get a bad reputation when it comes to hydration due to their diuretic effect but in fact, those options can contribute to our daily fluid requirements. The diuretic effect that comes along with drinking coffee and tea beverages means that even though you’re consuming liquids, you’re also making more trips to the restroom and losing some fluid in the process. But how much are you actually losing? Well, research shows that even if you consume 4 cups a day it can provide you with the hydration effects similar to water!1, 2 Now that we debunked the coffee and tea myth, the big question is “what else can count towards my water intake?” The truth is various beverages and food can contribute. There’s no difference in how water hydrates you if you are drinking it on its own or if it’s a component of something else. Drinks other than plain water such as milk, ready-to-drink shakes (such as SlimFast), sparkling water, iced tea, and sports drinks can all contribute to your daily fluid needs. However, some may add extra calories than others so keep that in mind if your goal is weight loss. Eating fruits and vegetables with high water content can provide you with supplemental fluid - so keep that in mind next time you bite into a fresh salad! Fruits and vegetables with the largest water content include melons, cucumbers, pineapples, tomatoes, iceberg lettuce, and broccoli.
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