Summer can be brutally hot! When it’s humid and there’s more water in the air than usual, the body has a harder time cooling itself down.
If the body over-heats, it can even be dangerous (always call your doctor or even 911 if you suspect heat stroke). Symptoms may include headache, nausea, high blood pressure, fatigue and fainting. At the very least, it can be uncomfortable.
The good news is that there are simple preventative things you can do to beat the heat!
One of the most important things you can do is cool your body from the inside-out by staying hydrated. Drinking water is a no-brainer, but did you know that there is a lot of hydrating (read: cooling) power in fruits and vegetables? Produce, like our bodies, are primarily made up of water.
In her infinite wisdom, Mother Nature provides lush fruit and crisp vegetables in the summer, which taste great and also help our bodies cool down. Here are some of my favorite seasonal (and cooling) fruits and veggies. They can all be enjoyed after a quick rinse and minimal prep.
Read the complete post at FreshDirect's blog, myFD.
