Seven best foods to eat in Summer

Different seasons are marked by specific weather conditions. As human beings, these seasons demand that people adjust and avoid any negative aspects such as diseases associated with a particular season. This therefore means with the change comes with changes in diet and eating habits. What can never be ignored in this scenario is the type of food suitable for specific seasons. Currently, South Africa is in the middle of the summer season, here are the recommended foods to eat in summer.

Tomatoes

Summer comes with the blazing sun which has been proven to be harmful to the skin. Eating tomatoes is the answer in this regard. Consuming more lycopene, the carotenoid that makes tomatoes red may protect your skin from sunburn. Carotenoids act as antioxidants within the body, protecting against cellular damage, the effects of aging, and even some chronic diseases.

Watermelon

Being hydrated in summer is important and watermelon does exactly this to the body. Watermelon’s high water content keeps you cool and hydrated. The same high water content will also keep you feeling full, which could curb cravings. Watermelon also contains lycopene, which protects skin cells from sun damage.

Yogurt

Yogurt is protein packed and can be very easy to carry around. The protein satisfies your stomach which will keep you from overloading on salty, high calorie snacks. Yogurt also adds a dose of probiotics, which is a beneficial bacterium that keeps your digestive system running smoothly.

Strawberries and Blueberries

Strawberries are filled with flavonoids which are reliable disease fighters. Among their other advantages is the fact that they increase blood flow to the skin and decrease sensitivity to light, which improves skin structure, texture and appearance.

Corn

Fresh sweet corn contains two antioxidants known as lutein and zeaxanthin. These antioxidants help to form macular pigment that filters out some of the sun’s damaging rays. The same antioxidants may also help lower your risk of developing age-related macular degeneration—the leading cause of blindness in people over the age of 60.

Cucumbers

Eat cucumber in summer and keep cool. Cucumbers contain a phytonutrient, lignin, known to provide anti-cancer benefits by promoting a protective role of bacteria in the digestive tract. The skins and seeds of cucumbers are rich in nutrients and higher than the flesh, so consuming the whole fruit is desirable.

Ice cream

Ice cream should be on the list of foods to eat in summer.  Ice cream is a source of vitamins and minerals. This food also stimulates the thrombotonin, which is a hormone of happiness and helps in reducing levels of stress in the body. Moderation is key as too much cold, heavy food can cause major indigestion and lead to digestive problems and skin disorders.

The seven foods listed above should see you have a great summer season.