Stay Hydrated With Vegetables

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The staff at More in My Basket have shared some tips for dealing with hot weather. Check them out!

Beat the Heat with Vegetables.

Beat the Heat with Vegetables

As the temperatures rise, it’s essential to keep your body hydrated and refreshed. Drinking water helps to keep you from overheating, lubricates the joints and tissues, maintains healthy skin, and is necessary for proper digestion. Quench your thirst and beat the heat with high-water content foods! Adding in water-rich foods like lettuce, watermelon, and cucumbers are great sources of needed vitamins and staying hydrated in the summer months.
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High Water Content Vegetables

Star indicates availability in North Carolina during the summer:

  • Lettuce
  • Cucumbers*
  • Cabbage*
  • Celery*
  • Carrots
  • Tomatoes*
  • Zucchini*
  • Bell Peppers*

Recipe for the Summer

Want to stay hydrated while eating more vegetables? Try this Cucumber and Tomato Salad. This makes a perfect summer side dish for a picnic or quick lunch.

Visit the link for the full recipe:
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This material was funded by USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Written By

Leslie McClellan, N.C. Cooperative ExtensionLeslie McClellanExtension Agent, Family and Consumer Sciences - Food and Nutrition, EMFV Call Leslie Email Leslie N.C. Cooperative Extension, Durham County Center
Updated on Jun 25, 2025
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