Jacqueline Fernandez reveals 5 diet secrets to stay cool in summer

Actor Jacqueline Fernandez swears by simple diet changes in summer to beat the heat and stay hydrated.

Actress Jacqueline Fernandez says her mantra during summer is to eat right and keep cool. The actress, who is also an investor in Indian cold-pressed juice brand RAW Pressery, says it is important to stay hydrated in summer. She shares her summer essentials:

Water keeps your body hydrated and skin looking fresh.

* Water: “Nothing quite quenches my thirst during summer as a glass of water. I dial up my daily intake to about 3.5 litre. It keeps my body hydrated and my skin looking fresh. Another big one on my list is coconut water, which I am absolutely nuts about — it replenishes electrolytes in my body and keeps me feeling light yet full.”

Add fresh summer produce and fruits to your salad.

Pair your lemonade with mint and aloe vera.

* Lemon-aid to the rescue: “Coming home, on a sunny afternoon to an absolutely chilled glass of lemonade sets the tone for my day, week and month. Aloe Vera Lemon is my new discovery with my summer favourite lemonade topped with cooling aloe vera and mint.”

Watermelons are excellent for hydration.

* One in a melon: “Watermelons take me back to my childhood when my siblings and I would overdose on big, juicy wedges. I like to keep it smooth with a watermelon and mint smoothie if I’m on the go.”

Sabja seeds should be soaked in water and consumed.

* Sabja seeds: “Our very own version of Chia seeds, sabja seeds are most effective when soaked in water and had during the course of the day. They reduce overall body heat and are also quite rich in fibre. Mix it up by adding them to a bowlful of mangoes, mint and turn on the summer vibe.”

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