It turns out that products can warm and cool.Foods with a cold taste bring cold energy to the body. It is logical that in the summer it is better to give preference to this kind of food.
- In summer, preference should be given to foods with sweet, astringent and bitter tastes that have a cooling effect. And, on the contrary, you need to avoid sharp, sour and salty tastes that carry a hot nature.
- For example, sweet juicy fruits, especially pears, can quickly cool a fiery nature.
- Eat less salty, spicy and sour tastes.
- Milk, sweet rice pudding, coconut milk, almond or date cocktails also cool in the heat.
- Carrots, asparagus, bitter leafy greens, cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower and Brussels sprouts, green beans are vegetables that will cool the body.
- Avoid nightshades (tomatoes, potatoes, eggplants, bell peppers)
- Rice is great for eating on hot summer days.
- Choose spices for cooking that are not too warming or spicy: turmeric, coriander, cardamom and fennel.
- Drink whey during lunch to improve digestion and quench thirst.
- The following fats are suitable for the summer menu: ghee, sunflower oil, coconut oil.
- Cooling herbs: cilantro, parsley, chamomile, yarrow, fresh basil, fennel, mint
- Nuts and seeds go well with the summer menu: almonds (soaked and peeled), sunflower seeds, pumpkin.
- Foods with a salty, sour and spicy taste should be avoided in the summer, as well as tomatoes, eggs, seafood, hot drinks, chia seeds, sesame seeds, beef + honey, spinach, cinnamon, black pepper, alcohol, everything salted, pickled and pickled .
- Drink plenty of cool fluids. Avoid fatty foods.
In addition to nutrition, you need to pay attention to lifestyle:
- Keep calm, both physically and emotionally. Avoid going outside on a hot day, especially on an empty stomach or after eating spicy food.
- Avoid exercising when it's hot. Do not skip meals. Take a cool shower 2-3 times a day.
- A walk after sunset, especially near water bodies, will help you sleep better.
- A mug of warm milk with a little cardamom can be helpful before going to bed.
