4 familiar foods to combat summer heat shock should be eaten regularly

The intense heat of summer gradually appeared. This makes the body more susceptible to dehydration, worse than heat stroke.

Therefore, the addition of foods with high water content not only keeps the body hydrated but also promotes digestion and improves metabolism. Here are 4 types food both cooling and preventing heat shock in the summer.

1. Cucumber

Cucumber contains 95% water and you can eat it every day as a way to replenish water for the body and prevent heat stroke. Besides, cucumber is also a low-calorie food, so it is very suitable for those who want to lose weight.

However, when eating cucumbers, you should not remove the skin because the cucumber skin is rich in vitamin C, an antioxidant that helps reduce the risk of skin cancer. You should choose cucumbers at a clean or organic vegetable store to ensure food safety.

2. Pomegranate

To replenish water for the body, you should eat pomegranate more often. This fruit contains antioxidants, especially punicalagins, which help eliminate toxins, enhance metabolism and prevent heatstroke.

In addition to providing water for the body, pomegranates also have anti-inflammatory effects, reduce the risk of prostate cancer, reduce osteoarthritis pain.

3. Mango

Mangoes are rich in nutrients that promote health, prevent heatstroke and heat shock effectively. Accordingly, this fruit contains 20 different vitamins and minerals.

According to experts, 3/4 cup of mango provides 50% of your vitamin C, 8% of vitamin A and 8% of your daily vitamin B6.

4. Celery

Celery is inherently hydrated, so it helps the body to avoid heat shock in the summer. Besides, this vegetable also provides minerals for the body such as zinc, iron, phosphorus, calcium, magnesium, potassium…

Especially celery is also an ideal weight loss vegetable. In addition to squeezing juice, you can bring stir-fry and cook evenly.

Ying Ying
According to Vietnamnet