THIS SUMMER STAY COOL FROM WITHIN COZ FOODS DO COMBAT SUMMER HEAT   

Our summers started with a temperature of 41 degree Celsius. Really hot. Isn’t it? To beat this heat I tied a scarf on my face. No sooner I realized I am just trying external ways to beat the heat waves. Why not to keep the body cool from within? Are there any foods which can help us fight the summer heat? I  remember my mom used to say” to eat certain foods during summer  at that time I didn’t know the reason but today being a dietician I know it and I want to share it with others. Through this article let’s find out which are the foods that can combat summer heat and how?

Before coming to the actual concept I would like to discuss about the term “ Dehydration” as it will be used very often in this article.

What is “Dehydration” ?

Dehydration happens when our body doesn’t have as much water as it needs. It occurs when the amount of water leaving the body is higher than the amount being taken but in summers chances of dehydration are high due to hot and humid weather. Further let’s come to the point about “ THE FOODS TO COMBAT SUMMER HEAT”

ENJOY YOUR SUMMER WITH THIS TASTY AND REFRESHING FRUIT.

Watermelon:- This Green and Red fruit is not only yummy but also one of the best food to fight dehydration in summers. Water- Melon the name itself has water in it. It contains about 90% water. Packed with essential minerals and vitamins watermelon is also low in kcal. One cup of watermelon contains about 46 Kcal. So people aiming for weight loss can include this fruit in their diet without any fear.?Eat your melon in the form of wedges, juices, smoothies, salads, lemonade, cooler..

 

 

 

DON’T FORGET TO SIP THIS NATURAL COOLER

 

Coconut Water :- :-  Feeling  scorching heat. Have a sip of Coconut water and I assure you won’t be disappointed. Coconut water a natural cooler.It will quench your thirst and help you stay hydrated for longer time. The best thing is it is low in kcal but high in minerals.
You can grab coconut water post workout coz it contains natural sugars and electrolytes and so it provides instant energy.

What are you waiting for visit your nearest Coconut Vendor and have a sip of this natural cooler.

 

SAY NO TO AERATED DRINKS AND YES TO BUTTERMILK

Buttermilk :-  Readily available buttermilk can be the best choice for summers. It contains electrolyte and water that will help you to rehydrate your body. Instead of aerated drinks include 1-2 glass of buttermilk daily to combat summer heat. The best time to have buttermilk is after a meal since it calms your stomach and also aids in digestion. Add  jeera and mint leaves in your buttermilk

THIS SUMMER  CUCUMBER SALAD IS A MUST

Cucumber :-  Cucumber yet another food with high water content  which fights dehydration. Do you know cucumbers contain about 95% water . Another summer cooling food which also improves your digestion as people do complain about digestive problems in summer.  Cucumbers can be taken in the form of Salads, Juices, Lemonade, detox drink, Soups.

GIVE YOUR TASTE BUD A TANGY TWIST THIS SUMMER WITH AAM PANNA

Aam Panna:- Aam panna a refreshing drink made from raw mango( also known as kairi) is the perfect summer coolant and one of the healthiest and tastiest drink which not only satisfy your taste buds but also hydrates your body in summers. Aam panna apart from fighting dehydration also fights indigestion.

BOOST YOUR HEALTH THIS SUMMER WITH THE BEST BODY COOLANTS

Sabja Seeds:-   Sabja seeds also known as “ Basil seeds” . Still not able to understand ? Our very own falooda seeds. I guess now you got it right.  Sabja seeds lower your body heat and are one of the best body coolants. Packed with minerals and vitamins this seeds contain fibre which aids in constipation. Add sabja seeds to your milkshakes, sherbets,yogurt ,sprinkle on a fruit salad or kulfi, garnish in drinks and desserts.

COMBAT SUMMER HEAT WITH TRADITIONAL FOOD SATTU

Sattu Water:-  Sattu ( roasted chana powder)…  this traditional ingredient has excellent cooling properties. It is a powerhouse of essential amino acids.You can have sattu in water or can also take it in the form of sherbet or mix it with buttermilk.

TAKE THE JOY OF SUMMER WITH THE MOST COOLING FRUITS

 

Citrus Fruits:- Fruits like Oranges, peaches, lime and lemon are one of the most cooling fruits. Due to their high Vit C this fruits contain a lot of water and so summers is the best time to have them. Citrus fruits are also good for skin health due to it’s antioxidant and phytonutrients content.
Chilled Lemon water can be a perfect summer chiller to beat heat strokes

BEAT THE HEAT WITH KING OF FRUIT

Mango:- The only reason we wait for summer is to have mangoes. Don’t we?  After all it’s the season of “THE KING OF FRUITS” . To beat the summer heat you can have both ripe and unripe mangoes.Don’t forget to Energize yourself with this tasty and cooling fruit. You can eat sliced Mangoes as a snack, smoothies, aamras.
Get back to your childhood days with the freshness of mango this summer.

Note:- Be careful with the portio sizes you have it

What about our favourite Ice creams? Can ice cream beat summer heat?

Ice creams are cold so most us prefer to have ice creams to cool down. But do you know icecreams can actually interfere with body’s natural cooling mechanism. So instead of opting for high sugar drinks and icecreams you can have the above mentioned foods to beat the heat this summer. It will help you stay cool as well as healthy.

I guess we are forgetting something…May be you caught it right. Water, We can’t even survive without water. Water is needed in adequate amounts to stay hydrated in summer.

DRINK ENOUGH WATER THIS SUMMER

No matter whatever you have but “ paani ka kaam pani hi karta hai”Foods do help to combat summer heat. But how can we forget the most important thing “WATER” .Drink Enough water this summer.It is the best option to quench your thirst. Listen to your body’s requirement. We need to drink atlest 2-3 litres of water daily.Tea, Coffee, Buttermilk, Soups etc also are counted in your water intake. Choose your liquids wisely opt for buttermilk, aam panna, Kokum sherbet, coconut water, niumbi paani instead of high sugar cold drinks.You can flavor your water by adding a slice of lime, lemon or fresh cucumber.Carry a bottle with you always especially in summers. Drink water as soon as you feel thirsty. You can set a reminder for water intake. Track your water intake.

We discussed about what foods to have in summer and about water intake now coming to few dont’s.

LEARN TO SAY NO.

• Avoid Carbonated beverages, alcohol and high sugary drinks.
• Avoid Tea and Coffee.
• Avoid Sugary and fried foods.
• Reduce the intake of hot, spicy and oily foods.BOTTOM LINE:- Foods do combat summer heat it’s just we need to choose the right foods.

TAKE HOME MESSAGE:- Summers come and go every year. Rather than complaining about heat we should learn how to beat this heat in a natural way.Learn to keep your body cool from with in…

Let’s say it together
DEAR SUMMER,
No worries You switch on your mode. We will change our settings to “Healthy summer foods” and our foods will combat your heat