Hydrate Naturally

Pregnant women go though several physiological changes during pregnancy. As a result of these changes, they can dehydrate quickly, especially in the summer. Dehydration can happen rapidly in women at any gestation. It can even happen to women who are generally well hydrated and have great diets. A lot of pregnant women will drink water to hydrate, which is great, but if a woman feels dizzy, weak, or is having several bouts of braxton hicks contractions, she may need to drink something containing electrotypes. While Gatorade, Poweraid and Vitamin water offer a great sources of electrolytes, they can also have excess sugars or artificial sugars. Here are some great, natural alternatives to helping women stay hydrated in pregnancy.


Coconut Water: The water found in the center of a coconut is rich in electrolytes and low in sugar. Some like to drink it mixed with other fruit juices likes pineapple or orange.

Mangosteen juice: This fruit comes from Southeast Asia and is very high in antioxidants like xanthones.  It is a popular drink as part of alternative cancer therapies and also has been shown to inhibit the growth of bacteria. It's low in calories and sugars.   

Noni Juice: Also low in calories and a bit bitter is high in antioxidants. It comes form the South and North Pacific Islands of Polynesia and Indonesia. It's also been said to boost immunity.

Goji Juice and Acai- Similar to mangosteen, Goji and Acai. They are high in antioxidants and low in sugar. Goji comes from the Himilayas. Since it does not contain carbohydrates, it is low in sugar. It also has chlorophyll that aids the body in cellular production and helps fight anemia.   

Aloe vera - Aloe vera is a long healing ago healing plant that was used for all kinds of treatments. It is great for soothing the digestive tract and aiding in heartburn and indigestion or irritable bowels. It also has cancer fighting and diabetes fighting properties. It is aslo great for the skin, hair, and nails.

 So drink up, gals and hydrate naturally!