Winters are long over and it is now time of the year which makes you reach for cold drinks, sodas, ice cubes and air conditioner. But these icy drinks are not the answer to relief from heat because once the digestive process starts these foods produce more heat in the body. So how to keep your body cool in summer? Keeping yourself hydrated is very important in this part of season. Cooling food also helps us clear heat and toxins from our body. So here are a few foods that will help you keep cool and hydrated.
1.Watermelon: There is nothing cool and refreshing as a nicely refrigerated piece of water melon. Watermelon is almost 90% water and is also full of potassium, vitamin C, vitamin A and magnesium which helps you keep good health as well. It is easily digested and keeps your body cool.
2.Water: Our body is 70 % water and drinking a lot of water helps our body keep cool in summer and also make up for water lost as sweat. Drink plenty of water to keep yourself hydrated. You should keep drinking water even if you don’t feel thirsty. Take small sips of water, keep a bottle of water in your bag. Drinking lots of water not only prevents dehydration it also helps to keep your skin radiant.
3.Cucumber: Cucumber is another food which helps you keep cool. It is also full of water like watermelon. Cucumber is full of anti-oxidants which also makes you skin glow. Cucumbers are very easily and widely available you can use it in various ways to help keep your body cool and healthy like in salads, sandwiches, smoothies etc.
4.Strawberries: Strawberries are seasonal but are widely available especially during summer time. They are also around 95% water and very good for your skin. They are a rich source of vitamin C and anti-oxidants. So what better than having cold strawberries or a fresh strawberry shake on a hot summer afternoon.
5.Yogurt: Yogurt is great in taste, is filling and keeps your body cool plus it is also very good for people with dehydration. People suffering from dehydration due to diarrhea and vomiting should eat a lot of yogurt and curd. Mix some sugar in your everyday curd and it will help you prevent dehydration. Also the bacteria and yeast present in yogurt also helps your body fight against infections and various digestive problems.
