Top Summer Foods

In summer, the market stalls fill up visibly. How to find your way among this profusion of colors and scents? here are the top summer foods to slip into your basket to stay healthy and in great shape while having fun…

top summer foods

There is nothing like fresh products to compose balanced, tasty and economical menus! Still need to know who are the stars of the beautiful season…

– Eggplant

Very low in calories (18 kcal/100 g) and yet very satiating, it contains a lot of minerals and fibers, hence its action on transit. It would even make it possible to slow down the appearance of cholesterol.

– Green beans

Its richness in fiber (easy to digest), vitamins (C, A, folic acid) and vegetable proteins (ideal for vegetarians). Also note its low energy intake: 30 kcal/100 g, which makes it the ally of beautiful plants…

– Fennel

Its great richness in vitamins (C in particular) and trace elements (calcium and iron), its recognized detox power and its incredible flavor, all for only 24 kcal/100 g!

– Corn

A vegetable with strong satiating power but whose glycemic index remains low. It is an interesting source of fibre, magnesium and vitamin B as well as essential fatty acids.

– Sardines

Rich in omega 3, it protects our cardiovascular system. The phosphorus, calcium, vitamin B3 it contains make it a perfect ally to have strong bones and fight against stress. Its energy value remains low (163 kcal/100 g) if you choose fresh sardines.

– Crab

It provides a lot of protein without too many calories (89 kcal/100g). Also full of minerals and trace elements. It is the perfect appetizer to the restaurant because the time to taste it allows you to better control your appetite.

– red fruits

They are full of powerful antioxidant flavonoids, are diuretic and low in calories and comfort all gourmands!

– Water melon

Composed of 88% water, the melon rehydrates when the thermometer flies away. It limits water retention phenomena. In addition to its diuretic action, it accelerates transit thanks to its fibers. Low in calories (48 kcal/100 g), it helps keep the line while having fun.

– Figs

Rich in fiber, vitamins and trace elements, it belongs to this category of health foods par excellence. And contrary to popular belief, if eaten fresh, it is no more caloric than an apple!

– apricot

Its richness in beta-carotene (ideal for a pretty complexion), its iron and potassium intake, its juicy flesh, its balance between sweetness and acidity.

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I hope you enjoyed this selection of the top summer foods to favor in this hot season and found it useful. Comment down below what you think, do you agree, or share with us your own selection.

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