Looking for ways to beat the heat this summer? Pile your plate high with these 7 delicious foods that will keep you cool and comfortable all summer long.
Pineapple
Adding pineapple to a kale, cucumber, banana smoothie isn’t just cooling- it’s also a great way to stay healthy and hydrated when the heat is rising!
Avocado
Avocados are known for their high levels of monounsaturated fatty acids. These fatty acids are responsible for removing toxins and heat from the body, making it the perfect food to munch on when you’re feeling overheated.
Lemon
Did you know that lemons are detoxifying and they have a cooling effect on the body? Add a little lemon to your water and you’ll get glowing skin, a healthy liver, and it may encourage you to drink more water!
Berries
Berries are alkaline, meaning that they generate cool energy in your body! Berries are also mostly water, and they will aid in thinning your blood which will help release heat in your body!
Peaches
Not only are peaches a refreshing way to stay cool in the warmer months, they’re also packed with vitamin A and C! At 35-50 calories per peach, you can happily snack away on peaches when the A/C isn’t cutting it.
Watermelon
This summer staple makes a day at the beach, a picnic in the park, and a backyard bbq complete! This traditional summer snack isn’t just beautiful and easy to slice up, it’s also a great way to cool down when the heat skyrockets. “It’s so helpful to eat seasonally…In the summer, cooling foods like watermelon can act like internal A/C, while in the winter, warming foods like meat, spices, and root vegetables can act like an internal space heater.” says certified health coach Kerry Bajaj of Eleven Eleven Wellness Center.
Cucumber
“Cool as a cucumber” is more than just a fun little phrase. Cucumbers are a great way to cool your body down, while staying hydrated in hot temps. Add cucumbers to your salads, smoothies and water to add a boost in your hydration. You can also snack on them with hummus or feta cheese! Bajaj also recommends, “… green juice with lots of cucumber and lemon is a great way to stay hydrated and cool.”
