The summers are finally here. We’ve already turned on the air conditioning and resorted to comfortable, airy clothing to deal with the scorching heat. It’s also the time to tweak our diet and include everything cool, moisturizing, and stomach-friendly. In doing so, we often miss the healthy nutrients that our body needs for general nutrition. This further leads to dehydration and exhaustion. An essential nutrient that is needed for our body to function optimally is calcium. In addition to strengthening bones and supporting our skeletal structure, calcium is also needed for the expansion and contraction of blood vessels and muscles. A lack of calcium in our body can also lead to dental problems, extreme fatigue, etc.
With that in mind, we have selected some recipes that not only define summer for us, but are also rich in calcium.
Calcium-rich foods: 5 special summer recipes for you:
Musk melon milkshake:
We have known since childhood that milk is synonymous with calcium. So we’re bringing a delicious milkshake recipe that contains a refreshing musk melon (kharbooja) to add to the summer mood. Click here for the recipe.
Mango lassi:
Another powerful source of calcium is yogurt. and what could be nicer than lassi to enjoy yoghurt in summer? To make the simple lassi a bit more appetizing, we bring a recipe that contains the “king of fruits” – mangoes. Have you already sipped? Here we have the recipe for you.
Masala Chaas:
The next popular dahi-based drink in summer is masala chaas. It’s cool, refreshing, and fills you with every health-promoting nutrient. Click here for the classic recipe.
Pineapple Raita:
If you are anything like us then you are sure to be eagerly awaiting the summers to indulge yourself with sweet and juicy pineapples. Not only does pineapple add the seasonal vibe to your diet, it also contains a good amount of calcium. Hence, we bring you a recipe to help you get the most out of pineapple – it’s called pineapple raita. The best part is that the raita contains dahi, which in turn is high in calcium and other nutrients. Click here for the recipe.
Strawberry smoothie:
We understand if you don’t want to eat anything in the summer. The blazing heat makes us tired and dehydrated, leading to loss of appetite. But skipping meals is not an option we would ever suggest. Instead, load up on light foods that are easy to prepare and consume. One such example is smoothie. To make the smoothie healthy and rich in calcium for you, we’re bringing a recipe that contains nutrient-rich strawberries. Click here for the recipe.
Try these recipes and seamlessly add healthy nutrients to your summer diet.
About Somdatta SahaExplorer – that’s what Somdatta likes to call himself. Be it in terms of food, people, or places, all she craves is knowing the unknown. A simple Aglio Olio Pasta or Daal-Chawal and a good movie can make your day.
