All about watermelon > Hydrate like a Champion this Summer

If you have a dry mouth or feel thirsty, you are already dehydrated. Other symptoms include feeling dizzy, tired and/or irritable. To operate efficiently, we’ve generally been told that we need eight glasses of water every day. Drinks with alcohol or caffeine don’t count because they act as diuretics which only further aggravate the problem. And during the hot summer months or when exercising, staying hydrated can be even more challenging.

As an Olympian and National Champion, triathlete Kyle Jones understands how important it is to stay hydrated. “Water is obviously important but what many people don’t think about is that certain foods can also be enjoyed for healthy hydration. I often choose watermelon after training because it tastes great and I know it’s good for me. ”

Watermelon is one of the few natural foods with an abundance of the amino-acid L Citrulline. Watermelon is a great choice for hydration because it contains large amounts of free water (it is comprised of 92% water) as well as natural sugars, some electrolytes, vitamin A, vitamin C and lycopene. Lycopene has been shown to improve heart health and even help protect our skin from harmful UV rays! All this and it’s fat free, with just 80 calories for a two cup serving.