10 summer superfoods to include in your diet
Published on Mar 29, 2024 06:00 AM IST
- From cucumber, watermelon to buttermilk, here's a list of cooling foods to cope with intense summer heat as suggested by a dietitian.
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It's a matter of days before the gentle warm weather will transform into intense summer heat. There are certain foods that will help cope your body better with the hot weather. Dietitian Manpreet Kalra in her recent Instagram post shares a list of 10 summer superfoods that must be included in the diet in warmer months. (Freepik)
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1. Cucumber: With its high-water content, cucumber has everything your body needs to cope with the summer heat. Apart from water, cucumber is also rich in electrolytes, and vitamins such as vitamin C. (Freepik)
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2. Gondh Katira: A very popular ingredient that cools stomach and fixes digestive issues, Gondh Katira is a natural gum that is rich in fibre and minerals such as calcium and iron. It can be soaked in water and turned into jelly before being incorporated into drinks and dishes. Have Gondh Katira detox water by soaking 1 tsp of Gondh overnight and add 1 tsp of basil seeds. (Pinterest)
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3. Watermelon: If there is any summer superfruit that can provide instant relief from the intolerable summer heat, it has to be watermelon. It is rich in water, electrolytes, and vitamins such as vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, and provides your body with all the required nutrients. (Getty Images/iStockphoto)
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4. Jowar: Jowar is a grain that is rich in fibre, protein, and vitamins such as vitamin B6 and folate. It also contains minerals such as iron, magnesium, and phosphorus. (Pinterest)
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5. Buttermilk: Buttermilk is a fermented dairy product that is rich in probiotics, which help to improve digestion and boost the immune system. It also contains vitamins such as vitamin B12 and minerals such as calcium. (Unsplash)
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6. Mint detox water: The cool and refreshing herb is perfect for summer season and can be added in a variety of dishes from chutney, drinks, raitas to curries. Mint detox water is made by infusing water with fresh mint leaves. (Pexels)
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Coconut water, when consumed regularly, can lower blood pressure significantly. (Unsplash)
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8. Ghia: There are certain vegetables that are extremely light and super nutritious during summer season. Ghia is one such a vegetable that is rich in water, electrolytes, and vitamins such as vitamin C and vitamin K. (Instagram)
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9. Sugarcane juice: An instant source of energy and nutrients, sugarcane juice is quite hydrating and full of electrolytes, and minerals such as calcium and magnesium. (Unsplash)
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