--- title: Cool Tips to Stay Hydrated this Summer description: Stay cool this summer with these hydration tips from California Giant! Make hydration interesting by infusing plain water with the flavor of fresh berries. image: https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hubfs/undefined-3.png --- [Skip to Content](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/cool-tips-to-stay-hydrated-this-summer#anchor-cgbb-content) [![Instagram icon](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-2021/icon-bb-instagram-1.png?width=20&height=20&name=icon-bb-instagram-1.png)](https://www.instagram.com/calgiantberries/) [![Pinterest icon](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-2021/icon-bb-pinterest-1.png?width=16&height=20&name=icon-bb-pinterest-1.png)](https://www.pinterest.com/calgiantberries/) [![YouTube icon](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-2021/icon-bb-youtube-1.png?width=21&height=15&name=icon-bb-youtube-1.png)](https://www.youtube.com/c/CalGiantBerries) [![Twitter icon](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-2021/icon-bb-twitter-1.png?width=20&height=17&name=icon-bb-twitter-1.png)](https://twitter.com/calgiantberries) [![Facebook icon](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-2021/icon-bb-facebook-1.png?width=10&height=20&name=icon-bb-facebook-1.png)](https://www.facebook.com/calgiantberries/) [![](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-2021/logo-cal-giant-1.png?width=120&height=43&name=logo-cal-giant-1.png)](http://www.calgiant.com/) [![The Berry Buzz logo](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-2021/logo-the-berry-buzz.png?width=160&height=101&name=logo-the-berry-buzz.png)](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/) - [Tips](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/topic/hacks-tips-tricks) - [Nutrition](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/topic/nutrition) - [Entertaining](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/topic/entertain) - [Lifestyle](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/topic/lifestyle) - [Subscribe](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/subscribe) - [Buy Berries](https://www.calgiant.com/buy-berries/) Search # Cool Tips to Stay Hydrated this Summer Share ![Pinterest](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-2021/icon-pinterest-1.png?width=19&height=24&name=icon-pinterest-1.png) ![Twitter](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-2021/icon-twitter-1.png?width=24&height=20&name=icon-twitter-1.png) ![Facebook](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog-2021/icon-facebook-1.png?width=11&height=24&name=icon-facebook-1.png) Staying cool and maintaining proper hydration during the hot summer months is essential to staying energized and healthy. Hydration can be simple, just follow these tips: ## **Drink the Right Amount of Water:** The first step to staying hydrated is knowing how much water the body needs. Every person requires a different amount of daily water due to differences in body weight, genetics, exercise, and overall health. According to the [Mayo Clinic](https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/water/art-20044256#:~:text=So%20how%20much%20fluid%20does,fluids%20a%20day%20for%20women), *“The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine determined that an adequate daily fluid intake is:* - *About 15.5 cups (3.7 liters) of fluids a day for men* - *About 11.5 cups (2.7 liters) of fluids a day for women* *These recommendations cover fluids from water, other beverages and food. About 20% of daily fluid intake usually comes from food and the rest from drinks.”* Although most people are able to drink water intuitively, it’s important to modify your water intake if you’re feeling sick, spending time in a hot environment, or increasing your amount of exercise. ## **Regulate Body Temperature by Properly Cooling Down** A proper cool down after a long day in the hot, summer sun will help the body recover. A great way to cool down is to drink something cold or frozen to rehydrate and lower internal body temperature. Check out these [smoothie recipes](https://www.calgiant.com/recipes/topic/beverages-smoothies#cg-anchor-main-filter-nav) for inspiration! ![a green and pink berry smoothie in a glass](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Strawberry%20+%20Raspberry%20+%20Peach%20Green%20Tea%20Smoothie/pancake%20%26%20smoothie-19-1-1.jpeg?width=400&name=pancake%20%26%20smoothie-19-1-1.jpeg) ## **Infuse Water with the Flavor of Berries** Keep hydration interesting by infusing plain water with the flavor of [fresh berries](https://www.calgiant.com/). Here are a couple of our favorite combinations:   ## Blueberry & Basil Infused Water Rinse a handful of blueberries and basil, place the ingredients in a cup and gently muddle the ingredients to release their natural flavors for a delicious, infused water!  ![blueberries and basil leaves in a glass of water](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hubfs/undefined-3.png) ## Raspberry & Mint Infused Water Raspberries and mint pair wonderfully in this infused water. Simply place the two ingredients in a cup and gently muddle for a burst of natural flavors.  ![raspberries and mint leaves in a glass of water ](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hubfs/undefined-4.png) ## Lemon Strawberry & Thyme Infused Water Refreshing and full of color, lemon, strawberry and thyme infused water is a great way to hydrate. Rinse a handful of strawberries, cut a lemon into thin slices and place thyme sprigs into a cup. After, gently muddle the ingredients to release their natural flavors.  ![strawberries, cut up lemons, and thyme in a glass of water](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hubfs/undefined-Aug-10-2022-04-03-43-09-PM.png) ## Blackberry & Lime Infused Water For a tart and refreshing drink, rinse a handful of blackberries and cut a lime into thin slices. Place the ingredients into a cup or pitcher for striking contrast of color and flavor.   ![blackberries and thinly sliced limes in a glass of water](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hubfs/undefined-Aug-10-2022-04-04-04-25-PM.png) Another way to infuse your water is by placing fresh berries and water in an ice cube tray. Once the ice cubes have formed add to a glass of water and enjoy.  ![ice cubes with berries frozen into them](https://berrybuzz.calgiant.com/hubfs/undefined-Aug-10-2022-04-04-20-93-PM.png) ## **Eat Food with High Water Content** This simple method for staying hydrated is one of our favorites - eat fresh fruits and veggies! Beyond their deliciously sweet flavor, berries are a great source of hydration and energy with high water content and natural sugars. [Strawberries](http://calgiant.com/strawberries) are made up of 91% water and [raspberries](http://calgiant.com/raspberries) are 85% water. A juicy berry snack is just what you need to feel your best this summer!  *What are your tips and tricks to staying hydrated in the hot, summer sun? 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