It's the time of year when birds' joyful songs, the delicate rustle of leaves in the breeze, and the beautiful hues of blooming flowers paint the landscape in pink, purple, and gold. These sounds and colors reawaken the dormant ground. Summer is also the season when you feel intense heat and your body is drenched. When we hear the word summer, we immediately think of high temperatures, burning heat, and lengthy days.
Summer in subcontinents such as India, where temperatures reach their highest, our bodies work harder to keep up with the heat. To combat the summer heat, we must discover effective strategies to rehydrate ourselves and maximize our fluid intake. There's nothing better than enjoying a cold beverage in the blazing heat.
It's important to stay hydrated, particularly in the sweltering summer months when dehydration is more likely to occur. Electrolytes are minerals that are necessary for maintaining adequate fluid balance in our body. While sports drinks and other traditional electrolyte sources are well-known, several healthier options can also aid in maintaining proper hydration.
Buttermilk
Replace carbonated soft drinks with buttermilk during the unexpected heatwave season to help balance the body's electrolytes. Buttermilk is a cooling elixir that can help you get through hot summer days. It is a popular summertime drink that can be savored plain or seasoned with herbs and spices. Even on the hottest days, this simple yet tasty treat helps to alleviate and cool off.
Coconut Water
Coconut water is one of the nicest drinks to enjoy throughout the heat. It contains more than just the body's required electrolytes. They replenish us with potassium and magnesium, which are lost through sweating. To enhance the taste and fulfill your cravings, you can add more flavor to any fruit-coconut smoothie.
Lemonade
Lemon water, which contains antioxidants such as vitamin C, is a good source of hydration during a heat wave. According to the Union Health Ministry's warning, consumers should avoid liquids that induce dehydration and inflammation, such as tea and coffee. Lemon water is an excellent substitute for hot beverages such as tea and coffee because it can also increase immunity. Sipping a glass of freshly squeezed lemonade on a hot summer's day is soothing. Pour water into freshly squeezed lemon juice, taste, and adjust (without adding sugar) with honey or any other natural sweetener. To give it a little additional twist, add some crushed mint leaves or a splash of sparkling water for more fizz.
Melon Juices
We notice a wave of green and red as we drive or shop at the supermarket—watermelon. Watermelon is known to have the highest water content, which is very important. Because of this, watermelon becomes an indispensable shield that constantly revives us. Whether eaten alone or combined with ice, it cools the body.
Ragi Ambali
Ragi Ambali is a traditional, now-forgotten, yet beloved beverage from the Indian states of Karnataka, Telangana, and Andhra Pradesh. The components include finger millet flour, buttermilk, and water. It's a nutritious drink with a lot of calcium and cooling properties. This drink is also perfect for quenching thirst during the hot summer months.
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