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What to Eat to Cool Down Your Body in Hot Weather?

What to Eat to Cool Down Your Body in Hot Weather?

Knowing how to cool down your body through food is essential during summer. The right diet not only reduces internal heat but also supports liver health and hydration.

Symptoms of Excessive Body Heat

“Internal heat” refers to the rise in internal body temperature despite normal external temperature. Common signs include:

  • Fatigue, acne, skin rashes

  • Dry mouth, flushed skin

  • Dark yellow urine, constipation

  • Poor appetite, nosebleeds

  • Insomnia, night discomfort

Ignoring these signs can weaken the immune system and harm the liver and nervous system.

Best Foods to Cool Down Your Body

Here are the top foods to cool down your body and improve your summer wellness:

1. Citrus fruits (oranges, grapefruits)

Rich in vitamin C. Help detoxify the liver and strengthen immunity.

2. Centella asiatica (Gotu kola)

Cool in nature. Supports detox, reduces skin problems like rashes or acne.

3. Cucumbers

Contain 95% water. Hydrate, control blood sugar, and support weight loss.

4. Tomatoes

Help eliminate toxins, reduce internal heat. Lycopene also lowers cancer risk.

5. Watermelon

Hydrating, cooling, and rich in antioxidants. Ideal for summer days.

6. Winter melon

Sweet and cool. Promotes urination, reduces body fat, and detoxifies the liver.

7. Bitter melon

Boosts immunity, helps cool the body, and treats skin eruptions caused by heat.

Foods to Avoid in Hot Weather

  • Greasy or fried foods

  • High-carb snacks (cakes, refined flour)

  • Sugary and salty items

  • Alcohol and beer – overloads the liver and increases heat

Final Thoughts

To effectively cool down your body, eating the right foods is just as important as drinking water. A diet full of cooling fruits and vegetables will help you stay balanced, refreshed, and healthy throughout summer.

Akita Mamoru
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