Overdo the spiked seltzer? What to know about mobile IV stations and other hydration tips

Whatever your choice of activities this extended Fourth of July holiday weekend and throughout the rest of the summer, you will need to stay hydrated to thoroughly enjoy them.

So, whether you overdid the spiked seltzers or played too many rounds of cornhole in the heat, here’s the best hydration tips to keep you healthy and safe during the summer months.

What are the best ways to stay hydrated this summer?

The tried-and-true method of rehydrating through the summer is to drink plenty of water, but it'll take a few minutes for your body to react to the water intake, according to Healthline Media.

"Water is the best option for rehydrating your body, but oral rehydration solutions also provide essential electrolytes," read Heathline's website on rehydration. "These may be useful if you are dehydrated due to diarrhea or vomiting, or if you have been exercising intensely."

Water works if you're experiencing mild dehydration, but WebMD warns against using other drinks to rehydrate.

"Fruit juices may upset your stomach, so it’s best to dilute them with water. Avoid coffee, tea, soda, and alcoholic drinks," read WebMD's website on rehydration. "They’re diuretics, which means they can dehydrate you more because they all pull water from your body."

Outside of water, Healthline suggests five other ways to rehydrate quickly: using sports drinks; drinking skim and low-fat milk; eating whole fruits and vegetables; and crafting your own rehydration solution.

You'll also want to consider these pieces of hydration hardware to get you through the summer months.

What are mobile IV stations?

Mobile IV stations will deliver intravenous hydration to your doorstep, ideal for anyone who want to pre-arrange a hydration station for their event.

Mobile IV stations are also good for people who are feeling dehydrated and want a full hydration infusion.

New York-based Drip Hydration is one of several mobile IV companies that will deliver, set up and administer intravenous rehydration drips.

WebMD warned there are a few concerns with using a mobile IV setup, however.

"One of the risks of vitamin IV therapy is that it bypasses all of your body's gatekeeping functions," read WebMD's mobile IV advice. "As a result, you will overload your bloodstream with vitamins injected all at once instead of allowing the stomach to digest them slowly."

Damon C. Williams is a Philadelphia-based journalist reporting on trending topics across the Mid-Atlantic Region.