We’re nicely and really into summer season now so I feel one other mocktail may be as a way to preserve that vacation vibe going! Who’s with me? And what higher ingredient to make use of than THE quintessential summer season fruit that’s watermelon?
Summertime feels filled with contradictions, we’re inspired to social gathering and stay ‘carefree’ while concurrently warned to be ‘seaside physique prepared’. The strain is actual! Although I feel the argument has been settled and we’re all seaside physique prepared on a regular basis as a result of each physique is FAB, I personally prefer to really feel as if I can take pleasure in myself with out counting energy while nonetheless sustaining a glance that feels most ‘me’, particularly throughout the hotter summer season months.
Since getting into peri-menopause that has meant being a bit of extra considerate about what I eat and drink as a way to enable joyous consuming AND holding my physique in form to coexist concurrently! In order that begs the query, how can indulgence and optimum well being go hand in hand? The key for me this summer season lies in having fun with extra meals like watermelon!
Wait what?! Hear me out!
Watermelon is understood for its refreshing qualities; it’s the final word cool-down snack and considered one of the greatest methods to remain hydrated whereas satisfying my candy tooth too (and if me, you KNOW I’ve a horrible candy tooth!). BUT, there may be a lot extra to it than that!
Dietary worth OF WATERMELON
Nutritionally talking, watermelon has loads to supply. Nutritional vitamins A, C and B6, potassium, beta carotene, antioxidants and amino acids comparable to citrulline and lycopene are all discovered on this scrumptious summer season deal with. As well as, watermelon is low in energy and most significantly it has a low glycemic load which suggests it doesn’t trigger main blood glucose spikes, in comparison with a cookie or bar of chocolate, while nonetheless feeling like a particular summer season deal with! As about 90% of watermelon – because the title suggests – is water, it’s additionally a snack that retains me fuller for longer which means I don’t really feel inclined to succeed in for an additional candy deal with straight afterwards!
On account of its vitamins this tremendous wholesome fruit has been linked to potential enchancment in:
How superior is that?
