Diet Chart For Foods In Summers

While the sweltering heat of summer looms over your head, don’t let your diet, fitness, or mental health get pushed to the back burner. Instead, actively participate in the #HealthySummerWithActivLiving campaign to thrive in different circumstances and lead a wholesome lifestyle.

A nutritious and balanced diet in summer can keep you healthy, even when the temperatures are soaring. Take a look at some general diet tips that everyone should be aware of when the temperatures are high:

Make it a point to keep yourself well-hydrated. Drink enough water and consume fresh fruit juices, lemon water, and coconut water during peak summers.
Consume water-rich foods like watermelon, cucumber, grapefruit, tomatoes, cherries, and green leafy vegetables.
Have body-cooling foods like curd, yogurt, and corn.
Consume foods with high fiber content (whole grains, nuts, legumes, fruits, and vegetables) to increase digestion time and absorption of sugar in the blood. Eat non-starchy foods, vegetables, and milk products with a low glycemic index. Stay hydrated as loss of water can cause dehydration and increase your blood sugar levels, especially if you have diabetes.
Consume cholesterol-busting fruits like apricots, raspberries, avocados, and vegetables like asparagus and fennel. Cook your food in olive oil which has a high content of mono-unsaturated fatty acids known to lower bad LDL cholesterol.
Avoid eating spicy, fried, oily or processed or street-side fast foods that can cause food poisoning.
Refrain from consuming alcohol, caffeinated beverages, or sugary drinks as they make you feel dehydrated.
Put less oil in your foods and ensure that you consume lighter portions.
Having heavy meals at one time can cause acidity and hurt digestion. Instead, eat small meals that will make your stomach feel lighter and keep your system active.

Tune into the #HealthySummerWithActivLiving campaign for more information on how to beat the heat.

Key Takeaways

A nutritious and balanced diet during the summer can help you stay healthy, even in hot weather.
Focus on consuming water-rich foods such as watermelon, cucumber, grapefruit, tomatoes, cherries, and green leafy vegetables.
Avoid alcohol, caffeinated beverages, and sugary drinks, as these can lead to dehydration.

For more information on lifestyle and fitness, visit the Activ Living Page.