It will be indispensable for summer: A refreshing and healthy drink recipe from a dietician

Dietician Köleoğlu pointed out that high temperatures increase fluid and electrolyte (especially sodium, potassium, magnesium) loss through sweating and make the digestive system sensitive, and therefore, light, high-water-content and easily digestible foods should be preferred in the summer months.

DRINKS THAT CAN BE CONSUMED IN EXTREME HEAT

Dietician Köleoğlu, who pointed out that minerals also decrease with fluid loss in extreme heat, underlined that it may not be enough to compensate for these losses with just water and listed some supportive drinks as follows:

"Mineral water: Contains sodium and magnesium.

Low-salt ayran: Provides both liquid and sodium and calcium.

Fresh fruit juices: Especially beneficial for potassium.

Decaffeinated herbal teas: Offer a refreshing alternative.

These drinks help balance the mineral losses caused by sweating."

'VEGETABLE AND FRUIT CONSUMPTION SHOULD BE BALANCED'

Dietician Köleoğlu emphasized that consumption of vegetables and fruits should be balanced during the summer months and said:

"Vegetables and fruits with high water content contribute to both fluid balance and vitamin-mineral needs. Seasonal products such as watermelon, cucumber, tomato, zucchini, purslane, peach and melon are prominent. However, diabetic patients should pay attention to portion control in fruit consumption."

Dietician Köleoğlu stated that energy needs may decrease in hot weather, and therefore portions should be reviewed and whole grain, high fiber carbohydrate sources should be preferred instead of white flour products, especially for individuals with diabetes and insulin resistance.

A THIRST QUENCHING DRINK RECIPE IN HOT WEATHER

Dyt. Köleoğlu explained a practical mixture recipe that can be easily prepared at home for those who want to provide both fluid and mineral support in hot weather:

"Half a glass of yoghurt + 1 glass of cold water + half a tea glass of plain mineral water + a pinch of salt. Mix well and consume during the day."