How to eat in the heat

Here are five dietary rules for the summer season.

1. Get plenty of liquids
During the heat, the body loses a lot of fluid. Therefore, it requires timely replenishment of its reserves with the help of various drinks. Plain water and green tea are suitable for this. During the heat, it is advisable to consume 100-200 milliliters every 45 minutes.

2. Minimum calories
During the heat, energy requirements are reduced by 5 percent, for this reason, our body needs less nutritious food. You should reduce the consumption of meat, cakes, pancakes, Olivier, increase - vegetables, fruits, dairy products.

3. Have dinner with breakfast
Fruit and vegetable salads, buckwheat, potatoes, lean soup are suitable for the middle of the day. Meat and fish dishes are best carried for dinner or breakfast. The coolness will allow the body to make them easier to digest. Before bedtime, low-fat fermented milk products will be optimal.

4. More vitamins
Vitamins are released from the body as part of sweat. Therefore, you should consume as much fresh fruits, vegetables, berries as possible, drink freshly squeezed juices, compotes, and kvass. You need to add a little more salt to your food than usual.

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Author / Editor - Lydia Ivanova
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