Summer diet tips: What to eat and drink during a heatwave

Heatwave can make many people leave half their food uneaten due to a sudden loss of apetite which may affect one's well-being during the hotter temperatures.

New Delhi: It's just the beginning of the summer in India, yet, most cities are already facing heatwave conditions, which have already claimed some lives.

Heatwave can make many people leave half their food uneaten due to a sudden loss of appetite which may affect one's well-being during the hotter temperatures. But it's important to eat well and keep taking enough fluids, even if you don't feel like having it, in order to stay safe during hot weather.

Salads and fruit juices are often recommended as they can keep you cool and hydrated.

If you're confused on what to eat and drink during a heatwave, here are a few tips for you that will help keep you cool and protect against sun damage.

Foods that are hydrating

There are certain fruits and vegetables that contain more water than others, and therefore, we should increase the intake of those foods to stay hydrated. They are -

• Watermelon
• Cucumber
• Strawberries
• Pomegranate
• Lettuce
• Celery
• Radishes
• Carrots
• Tomatoes
• Spinach

Drinks that can keep you cool in a heatwave

The best way to stay hydrated when temperatures are high is to drink water. Ensure that you take lots of fluids when the weather is hot. Instead of taking sugary beverages loaded with excess calories and can be detrimental to your health, go with water for hydration. Tips for drinking more water:

• Use a water reusable bottle, you can replenish water whenever you want it.
• You can also use natural flavouring in your water using a slice of fruits like lemon or strawberries to add a little flavour to your water.

Besides water, you can also keep yourself hydrated with these refreshing drinks packed with nutrients such as lemon water, coconut water, etc.