Hydrating Peach, Blackberry and Cucumber Salad

Registered Dietician

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peach, blackberry and cucumber salad
Staying hydrated is important at all ages, but drinking plenty of water can be hard. With this salad, you can stay hydrated through food.
Salads are a great lunch option. They are easy to put together and come with a refreshing taste to help fuel you through the day.
Cucumbers are 96 percent water, with blackberries following close behind with 85 percent water. Peaches are 88 percent water and a great source of Vitamin C, which helps to maintain healthy immune system. Peaches also exert protective effects on the skin against UV radiation, making it great ingredient to utilize on hot summer days.
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