Feasting this Summer on the finest summer foods from Freshivores

The vacation season is here. Time to lounge in your summer clothes and savor some summer foods and summer drinks. Summer is the most awaited season of the year because we prepare ourselves for the fun days of warmth and adventure. There is always a sense of excitement, especially among children. But this year the summer has been particularly harsh. Extreme heat waves, water scarcity have exhausted people. We feel dehydrated and short on energy. All these situations have made this summer season a bit dislikable. But keeping the negative impact aside, it is time to welcome summer foods with open hands.

Cold water, smoothies, fresh juice etc. are some of the common summer drinks that are chosen by people to beat the heat for sure, but have you ever thought of the necessity to plan healthy summer meals that are essential to nourish our body during this hot weather. In this blog, we will delve into the world of healthy summer foods that freshivores bring to your life to stay fit this summer.

1) DRY FRUITS  for the win 

One should always keep dry fruits as a part of their diet. Many people consider dry fruits to be a part of winter diet because of their benefits in keeping the body warm from inside but that is not true. Dry fruits are as important and a must add to your summer foods. For example dates and raisins are rich in potassium, fiber and iron. Along with being a delicious summer foods option they are also good at improving metabolism and regulating the digestive system in this summer season. You could also make delicious summer drinks with dry fruits. Add Freshivores dry fruits to your summer foods diet and never compromise on health this summer. 

2) FRESHIVORES nuts as a healthy summer snack

A handful of nuts per day can provide you with many nutritional benefits. They have proteins, fiber and phytochemicals. Cashews, almonds and walnuts are some of the healthiest handpicks among your summer foods. Moreover, most of the fat present in nuts is good fat. They could be either added into cereal or yogurt for a healthy breakfast or you can have them as a snack to keep your energy levels up the whole day. Don’t miss out on health this summer, have freshivores nuts on a daily basis and keep your summer foods diet healthy. 

3) MILLETS for the rescue 

Millets have properties to keep us healthy with seasonal variations. They can be classified into two,

a) Cooling millets - they have high water content to keep the body hydrated and cool.

b) Heating millets- their heating properties to keep our body warm.

This summer season, add cooling millets such as ragi, jowar, foxtail millet, barnyard millet and kodo millet to your summer foods diet. Mill them right in front of your eyes from Freshivores stores or order them online and expect a doorstep delivery. Summer foods recipes like ragi soup, ragi dosa, jowar idli can add taste to your summer foods diet and also keep your body physically fit. 

4) FLOUR for summers 

Incorporating wheat flour, gram, flour, barley etc. into your summer foods meals is really important because it helps in cooling your stomach and deal with various digestive issues.

5) SPICE it up a bit 

Spices play a crucial role in the summer season, not only in terms of taste but also health benefits. They boost immunity and protects human body from many heat related illnesses. Adding certain spices such as cumin, fennel seeds, coriander, cardamom and mint in summer foods cooking helps to relieve the heat by preventing rise in body temperature.

6) FRESHIVORES OIL for your well being 

Just like the above-mentioned summer FOODS, cooking oils also shine in various seasons. Choose a healthy oil for cooking wisely to improve immunity and to fight the change in weather. Cold pressed coconut oil, mustard oil, sunflower oil, and groundnut oil are the options for summer.

Treating our body on hot summer days can be difficult at times, but with a good summer foods plan it could be made a little less difficult. This summer season don’t forget to beat the heat with summer drinks as they are refreshing and keeps you cool. Some of the refreshing summer DRINKS are,

A)Coconut water

 B)Buttermilk

 C)Lemonade

D) Seasonal fruit juices

Along with these summer drinks, drink a lot of water to keep you hydrated. Also try to add summer vegetables such as cucumber, tomatoes, ladies finger, brinjal, spinach etc. into your diet to keep your body cool and hydrated.

So this summer, let’s embrace the flavors of the season with Freshivores’ selection of wholegrains, millets, dry fruits, nuts, freshly produced oils and spices. From a salad to dessert, we want every bite of your meal to be healthy and tasty, and Freshivores never fail to inspire people for such a delight. Let's together form a healthy summer foods diet for you with Freshivores.