This summer the heat has made its presence felt and the temperature is rising, but the appetite for food never dies.But what foods should we avoid and which ones to prefer?
Foods that you need to eat during the heat wave
Foods high in water
During the heat period, we prefer foods with high water content. We should certainly consume plenty of water in its natural form, but we should not forget that it is important that it is also taken up by some foods. There are fruits and vegetables that exceed 90% in their water content, such as watermelon, melon, cucumber, most green leafy vegetables and strawberries, which if you like and cool, you will offer yourself the appropriate refreshing, moisturizing meal.
Electrolyte rehydration
Electrolytes, like potassium and magnesium, are metals that are naturally found in our body. The balance of metals is essential for the normal functioning of our cells, muscles and nerves. When this balance is disturbed, dehydration effects may occur. Imbalance can be caused after diarrhea, by sweating, especially during summer days and by intense physical exercise.
Salads
Salads are the best solution in the hot summer days. They are not heavy food while at the same time they will help you with the hydration you need.The combinations of vegetables and fruits that you can do are countless, so what are you waiting for starting from today!
Refreshing drinks
No doubt, on days when the temperature is high, you should consume large amounts of water.Apart from cold water that needs to be drunk anyway in the day you could create your own healthy smoothie and serve them frozen. You’ll also be hydrated, and you won’t get away from your diet.
Foods that you need to avoid during the heat wave
Spicy food
What if spicy foods have been shown to increase blood circulation. It is one of the foods that should be avoided most of the time in summer, as they cause sweating, resulting in quite a lot of heat being released from the body. In addition, capsaicin in is associated with a short-term increase in body temperature.
Alcoholic beverages and coffee
Summer without a drink and coffee is possible? AND YET! Alcoholic beverages and coffee, strange as it may sound, do not help the human body at high temperatures. How many times have you said “Let’s have a beer” or “Let’s go for coffee” to cool off? Now you have to rethink it and choose something else, like some juice or some refreshing tea.
Salt
Yes, salt gives taste to food, but be careful! Do not overdo it as this leads to fluid retention.
KEEP COOL AND EAT SMART