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    10 Ingredients Which Can Replace 2 Glasses Of Water A Day‏

    10 Ingredients Which Can Replace 2 Glasses Of Water A Day‏

    The golden rule for maintaining good health is drinking 8 glasses of water per day, which seems impossible to some people. Some of you may know and some of you may not know but you can replace 20% of the daily intake of water with food, fruits and vegetables which contain 90% of water in their composition.



    1. Celery leaves

    Water consistency – 95.4%

    Celery contains few calories. Its fiber and water help in controlling appetite. This vegetable also contains folate and vitamins A, C and K. Thanks to celery’s high water consistency, it neutralizes stomach acids.

    2. Cucumber

    Water consistency –96.7%

    Cucumber is a vegetable which has highest water consistency of all vegetables. It is great as an addition in salads and meals. If you want to increase cucumber’s hydration mix it with fat-free yoghurt and mint.



    3. Lettuce

    Water consistency – 95.5%

    Nutritionists often avoid lettuce in diets because of its poor nutrient value. But when it comes to water consistency, lettuce is the right choice for you. Consume it in a form of salad.

    4. Tomato

    Water consistency – 94.5%

    Tomatoes combined with cheese are a great choice of snack. Thanks to their high water consistency, tomatoes almost instantly hydrate the body.



    5. Spinach

    Water consistency – 91.4%

    Spinach is rich in fiber, folic acid, lutein and potassium. All these compounds act refreshing to the brain. Spinach also contains vitamin E – antioxidant which plays very important role when it comes to fighting free radicals. This is why you should always add spinach leaves into the salads.

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    Really? 90%+ water content (same as consistency right?) in all those 5 food items. But my question is what about water melons?
    Last edited by juleswin; 11-23-2014 at 08:30 PM.

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    Thing is though you need to chew a lot of celery to get the equivalence of just one glass of water. Eight glasses a day from that? Who wants to gnaw on that all day?

    (you need about a cup and a half of celery for each glass of water)

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    Quote Originally Posted by juleswin View Post
    Really? 95%+ water content (same as consistency right?) in all those 5 food items. But my question is what about water melons?

    According to Wiki:

    A watermelon contains about 6% sugar and 91% water by weight. As with many other fruits, it is a good source of vitamin C and is low in fat and sodium.[16]
    “The spirits of darkness are now among us. We have to be on guard so that we may realize what is happening when we encounter them and gain a real idea of where they are to be found. The most dangerous thing you can do in the immediate future will be to give yourself up unconsciously to the influences which are definitely present.” ~ Rudolf Steiner

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    Quote Originally Posted by Zippyjuan View Post
    Thing is though you need to chew a lot of celery to get the equivalence of just one glass of water. Eight glasses a day from that? Who wants to gnaw on that all day?

    (you need about a cup and a half of celery for each glass of water)
    So how many cups of water do you need to get an equivalent glass of water? its odd that you used 2 different units when trying to compare 2 items

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    Eight ounces or eight ounces.

    Other things to consider if you eat lots of it (and lots meaning a significant portion of your diet):
    http://www.livestrong.com/article/47...excess-celery/

    Malnutrition Issues
    If celery makes up the majority of your diet, you’re probably not getting adequate amounts of all of the nutrients you need. Celery has decent amounts of vitamins K and A, for example, but it’s lacking in most B vitamins, as well as vitamins C, D and E. Celery contains some calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, iron, zinc and sodium, albeit very small amounts. Even if you ate a lot of celery to get as much of these nutrients of possible, you could still become malnourished over time. Signs of malnourishment include rapid weight loss, poor energy levels, diminished wound healing, inability to focus and feeling cold all of the time.

    Gastrointestinal Problems
    One large 12-inch stalk offers about 1 gram of fiber. While that’s not a lot of fiber, eating several stalks of celery throughout the day can quickly add up. If you don’t normally follow a high-fiber diet or you start going well above your recommendation, you’re more likely to experience bloating, gas, diarrhea or abdominal cramping. Work your way up to the recommended 28 grams of fiber for a 2,000-calorie diet, or 14 grams per 1,000 calories, according to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010. Have a stalk of celery here and there to help you reach your goals, just don’t have so much that it makes your stomach hurt.

    Pesticide Dangers
    Your exposure to pesticides goes up if you eat excessive amounts of celery. Celery is notorious for being a pesticide-rich vegetable -- unless you opt for organic. It’s highly likely to absorb and hold on to many of the pesticides used out in the fields. While small amounts of pesticides may be safe for humans, in large doses you could run into problems. In addition, some pesticides can irritate your skin if you come into contact with them, reports the Environmental Protection Agency. The EPA further explains that consuming pesticides can affect your central nervous or endocrine systems.

    Goiter Concerns
    Natural food chemicals in celery can inhibit your body’s ability to properly utilize iodine. Your thyroid relies on iodine to function and produce hormones. When your iodine levels drop, your thyroid gland becomes enlarged, possibly leading to goiter. This condition leads to a visible lump on your neck, depending on the severity, in addition to abnormal hormone levels. In excessive amounts, celery -- particularly uncooked celery -- can lead to an iodine deficiency and goiter over an extended period of time.
    Last edited by Zippyjuan; 11-23-2014 at 09:55 PM.

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    OP is pretty much my entire daily diet. Also throw in nuts, avocadoes, and other fruits and vegetables. Round it off with the occasional cheese, raw milk, and raw meat. I often go for days without drinking water from a glass. Have gone two weeks or more without water dozens of times. After 16-17 days, the middle of my feet start to cramp, so I drink a glass or two of water. LOL.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Zippyjuan View Post

    Malnutrition Issues
    If celery makes up the majority of your diet,

    Who in the world has a majority celery diet other than the rabbits in your garden? That article is actually called "The Risks of Eating Excess Celery" and is written by someone with a masters in nutrition. One of the dumbest things I've read in awhile.
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