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Stay Cool and Nourished When the Heat Is On
As California temperatures rise, your diet can make a real difference in how your body handles the heat. The foods you eat can help keep you hydrated, restore electrolytes, and even lower your internal body temperature.
Here’s a quick guide to the most hydrating foods to help you feel refreshed all summer long.
Cucumber
Why it helps:
Cucumbers are 96% water and full of minerals like potassium and magnesium that help regulate hydration.
How to enjoy:
Slice them into salads, blend into smoothies, or add to chilled water with mint for a spa-like drink.
Watermelon
Why it helps:
Watermelon is not only 92% water but also provides natural sugars and antioxidants that replenish energy and reduce inflammation.
How to enjoy:
Serve in chilled cubes, make a fruit salad, or freeze into popsicles for a quick cool-down.
Pineapple
Why it helps:
Rich in vitamin C and bromelain, pineapple can reduce inflammation and aid digestion—both helpful during hot, humid days.
How to enjoy:
Grill pineapple rings, toss them in salsa, or add frozen chunks to smoothies.
Mango
Why it helps:
In Ayurvedic medicine, mango is considered a cooling fruit that helps balance body temperature and supports immunity.
How to enjoy:
Blend into smoothies, yogurt bowls, or enjoy chilled mango cubes as a post-meal treat.
Coconut Water
Why it helps:
Coconut water contains natural electrolytes like potassium and sodium, which help restore hydration lost through sweat.
How to enjoy:
Drink it plain or use as a base for mocktails and smoothies.
Mint
Why it helps:
Mint triggers cold receptors in the mouth, creating an instant cooling sensation. It can also soothe digestion after heavy meals.
How to enjoy:
Mix into iced teas, lemon water, or cucumber salads.
Lemon
Why it helps:
Lemon supports hydration, aids digestion, and adds a refreshing flavor without added sugars.
How to enjoy:
Add lemon slices to your water bottle or use fresh lemon juice in vinaigrettes.
Small Lifestyle Tweaks That Help You Stay Cool
- Drink water consistently: Sip throughout the day instead of waiting until you’re thirsty.
- Eat lighter, more frequent meals: Large meals can raise your body temperature as your body digests.
- Stay shaded and dress light: Breathable fabrics and breaks from the sun go a long way.
- Avoid dehydrating drinks: Limit caffeine and alcohol, which can increase fluid loss.
Stay Healthy in the Heat With BASS Medical Group
If you feel unusually tired, dizzy, or dehydrated during the summer, it could be a sign of heat exhaustion or dehydration.
Our Primary Care providers at BASS Medical Group can help you stay well through personalized nutrition guidance and hydration plans.
Schedule an appointment today to stay healthy and energized all summer long.
