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Gear up for the rise in mercury level.
Eat the right foods that will keep you hydrated and
healthy.
Eating wisely is especially important right now to minimize our discomfort
and maximize our energy .
Here are five simple food tips to help keep you cool:
1. Water- Our bodies can consist of up to about 75% water
(less as we age) and during this extreme heat we lose a lot of that fluid to
sweat. Even mild dehydration will sap your energy and make you feel tired. Keep
your body fluids replenished with plain water.
2. Watermelon - Juicy fruits are in season during the summer
and their water content helps to bring our temperatures down.
3. Cucumbers - Lots of vegetables harvested in the summer
are also full of cooling water, especially the cucumber,
synonymous with cool. Other good choices are tomatoes, celery and leafy
greens. Toss them all together in a great summer salad.
4. Sorbet - Although you might be craving a summer ice cream
cone, remember that dairy products are rich and heavy and hard to digest
especially if you overdo it. Go small on the portions or better yet settle for
an all fruit sorbet or just plain fruit.
5. Avoid caffeine and alcohol - Coffee, tea and
alcohol all have diuretic properties and the loss of fluids will make you feel
even warmer. If you do indulge, go easy and don't forget tip #1 – hydrate with
water!
(: KEEP COOL :)
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