Khaberni - With the intensification of heat waves in summer, the impact is not only limited to daily comfort, but also extends to include the way of eating and the quality of meals needed by the body to avoid heat exhaustion. In these conditions, choosing food becomes a key factor in maintaining health balance.
Nutrition specialists offer a set of dietary tips that help to cope with periods of intense heat without putting undue strain on the body or raising internal temperature.
Nutrition experts advise consuming light and easy-to-digest meals, and avoiding fatty and greasy foods that increase the sensation of heat and slow down the digestion process. It is preferable to rely on water-rich vegetables and fruits such as watermelon, cucumber, and oranges, as they help to hydrate the body naturally.
Nutritionist Antoine Laurent emphasizes that distributing meals throughout the day is better than eating one heavy meal, with the necessity of drinking water regularly even before feeling thirsty, to avoid dehydration which can escalate quickly during times of high heat.
The report also points to the importance of avoiding using the oven or cooking for long periods inside the home during the peak of heat, and replacing that with cold or uncooked meals as much as possible, such as salads and ready-made cold dishes.
The advice also strongly emphasizes reducing sugary and caffeinated beverages, as they may increase fluid loss instead of compensating it.
According to experts, these simple modifications in eating patterns can make a significant difference in the body's ability to withstand heat waves and reduce the risks of heat exhaustion on the hottest days.
