#HealthBytes: Top 5 superfoods for the summer season
The summer has arrived! During the hot season, it is vital to eat a healthy diet to stay fit and cool. Certain food items should be taken, such as those that help in hydration, while others that induce heat and dehydration must be avoided. Here are top 5 super-foods you must eat in the summer season to stay healthy.
Kiwi
This tasty green fruit is not just nutrient-dense, but also low on sugar and calories at the same time. Thus, Kiwi will help you stay healthy, without making you fat. Also, filled with fiber, it will keep you full, and will help avoid unnecessary hunger pangs. So, chop some and munch or add to your salads to reap its benefits, this summer season.
Watermelon
Sweet and juicy, Watermelon is a treat to have during summertime. But, there's more to them than just good taste- watermelons are 92% water, thus are great for keeping you hydrated, satisfying hunger, that too without piling up many calories. Also, loaded with essential vitamins, they can help protect you from risk of low blood pressure and cardiovascular disease, among other health issues.
Berries
Tasty and tangy berries (read strawberries, blueberries, blackberries) aren't merely good for satisfying taste buds. Loaded with vital vitamins and antioxidant power, they will help boost your immunity, fight radical damage, and keep your hunger satisfied. They might also help you lose undesired kilos. So, add them to your salads, or toss them over your desserts (custards, cakes etc.) this summer.
Tomato
Good old tomatoes are rich in powerful antioxidants and Vitamin C, while being considerably low on calories. Thus, they are great for reducing inflammation, and helping cut down unwanted fat. Furthermore, the presence of antioxidant lycopen in tomatoes has various health benefits - these include protection of skin from harmful UV rays, slowing down aging process, and fighting heart disease, stroke, memory loss etc.
Yogurt
Refreshing and versatile, Yogurt is the go-to superfood for summers, as it supplies you with plenty of protein, helps keep you full, and also saves you from unwanted calories. The presence of live bacteria makes it a boon for digestive health. Additionally, loaded with essential vitamins and minerals, it can help boost immunity, improve bone health, and boost up your mood.
