HEALTHY EATING HABITS THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER

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Healthy Eating Habits Throughout The Summer

 

Summer is finally here and with the change of seasons

comes the promise that many people make each year

--to take better care of themselves.

Make the promise happen by simply changing

your eating habits.

 

Let's face it, on a scorching summer day

the last thing you need is a heavy meal

on your stomach weighing you down and causing

you to feel sluggish.

Say goodbye to the bloating comfort foods

of winter and hello to summer's lighter fare.

 

While summer produce is at its peak,

plan a variety of healthy dishes full of fresh fruits,

vegetables and salads.

These meals not only taste good but they're

also loaded with the nutrients that your body

craves to stay strong and give you energy.

 

Be sure to pick fruits and vegetables

that are fresh and blemish free.

At home wash or wisk them thoroughly in cold water

to remove dirty areas.

 

Stock up on quick eats like bananas, peaches,

nectarines, celery and carrot sticks.

They are healthy and satisfying snacks that

can be eaten on the run as the perfect substitute

to junk food.

 

Are you sick of slaving in the kitchen over a hot stove?

Take advantage of the nice weather by treating

yourself to a dining experience at a nice restaurant

with an outdoor patio.

Remember, just because you're eating out doesn't

mean you can't eat healthy.

Be wise in your decision-making when eyeing

the menu and choose good-for-you entree dishes

that are baked, broiled, roasted, grilled, stir-fried

or steamed.

And don't be tempted by the heavy desserts

that you may regret eating later.

As an alternative to those try a fruity bowl of sorbet

with mixed berries.

The calories are fewer and you won't feel guilty

after taking that last bite.

 

When the heat rise, so does your body's temperature.

Keep yourself cool and prevent dehydration

by increasing your fluid intake.

Sports drinks and sodas are good for replenishing

an overheated body, but keep in mind that they

are loaded with sugar, which can gradually add

on the pounds.

 

Drink plenty of water.

This means drinking at least 64 ounces per day

for most adults.

If you're going to be outside in the heat

and brutal sun, prevent the symptoms of dehydration

which include dry mouth, fatigue, headache,

dizzyness, breathing difficulties and in extreme cases,

kidney failure; from occurring by sipping water

through the entire day.

 

--Jet Magazine

 

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