I have written about summer nutrition before, but I wanted to quickly share some of my favorite snacks for summertime. These options keep me refreshed and provide me joy. This is not nutrition advice, always ask your own dietician for personalized nutrition advice.
Watermelon
Watermelon is a great fruit for summer. Not only is it nice and light on your stomach, but it is also packed with hydration and vitamins. It also freezes well and you can put in your water either frozen or fresh to add some natural flavoring. It’s also in-season and easily accessible depending on where you are in the world.
Drinks with Electrolytes
This is a hot weather must-have for me this summer. This is so important for me while I’m staying hydrated. It helps bring some variety into my drinks, as well. I like to use electrolyte packets, but I also like sports drinks, too. It’s totally up to you as far as what is more practical for you. I know this does not technically count as a snack, but this is my list and I make the rules.
Pineapple
I love pineapple, it tends to cool me down. I also like it for its vitamins and minerals. I always like to diversify those in my diet. And I just plain like pineapple, which is the joy part of my relationship with food that I was talking about earlier.
What are your favorite things to eat in the summer? Let us know in the comments!
Written by Brigid Stakelum
