Foods We Should Eat During the Summer

 

 

 

We all know that strong sunshine and UV radiation harm the skin and the body, which requires foods rich in vitamins and minerals to keep us hydrated and energized during high summer temperatures. A quality diet makes it easier to cope with the heat, keeping our skin healthier and more resilient, and leaving our body more rested for daily activities.

 

 

 

 

Experts highlight a few important rules for summer eating:

 

1. Drink plenty of fluids.
2. Eat smaller, more frequent meals.
3. Do not skip breakfast to avoid feeling unwell or experiencing heat exhaustion during intense heat.
4. Eat as much fresh fruit and vegetables as possible.
5. Keep meals light with as little salt as possible.
6. Serve chilled soups garnished with herbs.
7. Avoid alcohol, carbonated drinks, heavy meat dishes, and fried food. 

 

 

 

Foods we should eat: 

 

1. Sweet fruits – apples, apricots, plums, cherries, melons, watermelons, figs
2. Berries
3. Aronia
4. Pineapple 
5. Avocado 
6. Sweet and bitter vegetables – zucchini, asparagus, peppers, corn, cucumbers, cauliflower
7. Oily fish
8. Grains
9. Legumes
10. Pumpkin and sunflower seeds
11. Farm-fresh dairy products – fresh cheese, cow's milk, goat's milk
12. Herbs and spices – fresh basil, coriander, dill, mint, saffron, turmeric
13. Water 
14. Freshly squeezed fruit and vegetable juices
15. Chilled teas and dairy drinks