If you’ve spent some time at #watertok recently, you’ve probably seen the influence and wellness enthusiasts who are excited about “loaded water.” What started as a fun, tasteful way of drinking more water has transformed into a full-blown tendency and for good reason. When done right, loading water can help you stay hydrated, enjoy more flavor without added sugar, and even sneak in a few functional ingredients along the way.
What is loaded water?
Think of loading water like a creative VRI on your usual hydration routine. It is essential water improved with a mixture of flavors, electrolytes, carbonic acid and sometimes even vitamins or functional ingredients such as prebiotics. Most versions start with a base of quiet or sparkling water and build from there using additions such as:
- Electrolyte powder or tablets
- Prebiotic soda
- Aromatized water amplifiers (as sugar -free drinking mixtures)
- Fresh citrus juice or fruit
- Ice cream, herbs or fun garnic
The end result is a drink that is more exciting than regular water, often with a little fizz, a small taste and a large hydration payment.
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Why now is the best time to try it
In the warmer months, we tend to sweat more and lose more fluids and electrolytes. It is important to remain hydrated all year round, but it is especially critical when the temperatures are high. If you are not a fan of drinking plain water all day, loading water can make it easier – and more fun – to drink enough.
“When it’s hot out, we lose more fluids – and more sodium – through sweat,” says Denise Hernandez, MS, RD, LD dietitian at MyFitnessPal. “Adding an electrolyte mixture to your water can help your body preserve the fluids it needs to stay energetic and avoid dehydration.” 1
It is also a good alternative to sugary soda, juice or alcohol when you crave something refreshing and tasteful.
Benefits of loaded water
- More hydration, less boredom: If you are tired of plain water, the addition of taste and fizz can make drinking more appealing.
- Adapted to your needs: You can tailor your loaded water to include electrolytes after a workout, prebiotics for bowel health or just taste for fun.
- Low calorie content and sugar conscious: Most versions are much lower in sugar than soda or juice, especially if you use unsweetened or sugar -free additions.
A few things to keep in mind
While loaded water can be a fun and functional part of your hydration routine, here are a few things to look at:
- Caffeine and stimulants: Some mix-ins, such as energy drinking powders, may contain caffeine or other stimulants. Always check the label.
- Electrolyte overload: Too many electrolyte mixtures can at once lead to excessive sodium or potassium. If you are already eating a balanced diet, an electrolyte mixture per Drink lots.
“Just because something is popular on social media does not mean that it is automatically good for your health,” says Denise Hernandez, MS, RD, LD, a dietitian at MyFitnessPal. “Look at what’s in your Mix-Ins-Loaded Water Recipes Packs in More Sodium, Sweetener or Caffeine than you could expect.”
A cherry lime -loaded water to try
Here is a loaded water commodity that is sweet, sour and completely thirsty shutdown. It adds electrolytes, carbonic acid and real citrus juice to a drink that is more than the sum of its parts.
Cherry lime -loaded water
Ingredients:
- 1 can cherry pop
- 1 can lmnt watermelon
- 1 ounces of fresh lime juice
- 8 ounces of water
- â…› Package with Trueline Blackcherry Limade Drink Mix
Instructions:
- Fill a large tumbler or reusable cup with ice.
- Pour the can of Cherry Poppi and the can of LMNT water melon.
- Add lime juice and 8 ounces of water.
- Stir â…› Package with Trueline drinking mixture until fully dissolved.
- Give it a flavor and adjust with more water or lime juice if desired. Enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Information:
45 Calories | 13 g carbohydrates | 0g fat | 0g Protein | 40 mg of caffeine
The bottom line
Loaded water can be a great way to beat hydration boredom, especially in the summer. With endless combinations of taste and functional additions, finding a version you love is easy. Just keep an eye on ingredients and treat it as a supplement to – rather than a substitute for – your regular water intake.
Whether you’re on your way to the beach, hitting a workout or just looking for a more exciting way to sip, try building your own stressed water this summer. Cherry Lime is a great place to start.
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