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the cooling foods and ice. So, while you Because it is the best panacea for almost
can still enjoy the curries and keep cool everything. Add a dash of rock salt (kala
by sweating it out, we also suggest high namak), mint leaves and enjoy a glass
hydrating foods and drinks that replenish everyday.
minerals and vitamins lost due to the heat.
During a heatwave, digestion slows down a 3. Chaas or spiced buttermilk
bit, so avoid heavy carbs and heavy foods,
which will make you feel sluggish. Give
yourself an edge by eating light, cool and
if you wish¬ to heed the advice of the study
— a dash of chilli inspired foods — like; a
Tom Yum soup. Eat plenty of raw, dark
green salads and vegetables. Treat yourself
to some delicious summer fruits like
mangoes.
Our 10 favourites are based on no sugar
(you can use sugar substitutes), and score Now you know why the spices in chaas are
high on nutrition: good for you!
1. Water
4. Coconut water

The numero uno hydrator like no other!
Drink up and avoid too much ice in your
water. Add some lemon, cucumber slices This bountiful gift from nature delivers
and mint to a jug of water and keeping minerals, vitamins and helps in weight
sipping it to keep you refreshed. loss.

2. Nimbu Pani 5. Kokum drink

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