Best Cooling Food for the Indian Summer

Best cooling foods for the Indian summer.

Cucumber-

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Loaded with fiber, eating cucumber in summer helps in keeping constipation at bay. Cucumber also contains a high amount of water content. So, have this crunchier food and stay cool during the hot weather.

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Curd-

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Curd is not only delicious but also gives a coolant effect to the body. You can have curd in different variants too. Make spicy buttermilk, or sweet lassi, and much more.

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Coconut water-

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Coconut water is the best summer drink. This ‘not-so-expensive drink is available in almost all fruit shops and is loaded with essential vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. It has cooling properties that help you fight against hot weather. Studies also show that drinking coconut water regularly also protects against cancer.

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Mint-

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This inexpensive herb is easily available with almost all vegetable vendors. Adding mint in curd, chaach, or in raita could give you added benefits. Mint not only keeps your body temperature cool but also gives you a refreshing effect.

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Green leafy vegetables-

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Having green leafy vegetables around the year gives you numerous benefits. And adding them to your daily diet is also beneficial as green leafy vegetables contain a high amount of water content.

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Onions-

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You may get surprised to know that onions too provide cooling properties. Eating them raw may ruin your taste, hence mix it with lemon and salt and prepare salads. The red onions are loaded with quercetin, which is considered a natural anti-allergen. Adding onion to your daily diet also helps in protecting you against sun-stroke.

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