Turns out, water-rich vegetables do more than just hydrate.
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Most of us grew up hearing the same refrain: Its important toeat your vegetables.
Vegetables with a high water content are known for their refreshing taste, delicious flavor, and hydrating effect.
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Plant-based foods packed with water and fiber content leave you feeling full, but without feeling bloated.
But are high-water-content vegetables enough to maintain your overall health?
We asked nutrition experts.
What Are the Nutritional Benefits of Water-Based Vegetables?
Water-rich vegetables carryessential nutrients, according to Caroline Schneider, MS, RD.
These innately hydrating vegetables are great sources of nutrients.
Which Water-Based Vegetables Provide the Most Nutrients?
Theres virtually no way to go wrong with these vitamin-rich vegetables.
Overall, tomatoes, zucchini, and celery provide the most nutritional value, Schneider says.
Do Water-Rich Vegetables Keep You Hydrated?
Thankfully, ourdaily water intakeincludes the water-based vegetables we eat.
Some cucumber water, perhaps?
