Heatwave: 10 cooling foods you must have to get through this summer
Cucumber
Make sure to have cucumbers for almost all your meals. It keeps you hydrated and full for longer hours
Dahi (Curd)
Whether in the form of raita, buttermilk or plane dahi (curd) keeps your gut cool and protects you from heat related issues.
Mint Leaves
Add mint leaves to your diet for drinks, raita or chutney.
Sabja seeds
When soaked in water, sabja seeds develop a gelatinous outer layer. Consuming this can help keep you hydrated during hot weather.
Raw Mango
High in dietary fiber, raw mango aids in digestion, prevents constipation, and promotes a healthy digestive tract.
Watermelon and musk melon
Both these fruits are super hydrating and your body will thak you for eating them.
Bael
Bael or wood apple sharbat is a refreshing drink for summer.
Ice apple
Ice apple or palm fruit is also great for summers and keeps you cool during scorching summer months.
Gourds
Gourds like bottle gourd (lauki), sponge gourds (tori) are superb for keeping you healthy throughout the summer.
Coconut water
Who's unknown about the benfits of coconut water? It helps replenish electrolytes lost due to sweating.