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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Diet
Are you looking to beat the heat naturally? Try these underrated yet powerful seeds that refresh, hydrate, and nourish your body.
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Summer heat drains your body fluids fast. Hydrating seeds provide natural electrolytes, antioxidants, and cooling compounds, perfect for staying energised and healthy.
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Tiny but mighty, soaked sabja seeds swell up with water, offering instant hydration and cooling. Add to lemon water or milk for a refreshing twist.
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Often discarded, but a real summer gem, watermelon seeds are loaded with magnesium and amino acids. Soak overnight and eat roasted or blend into smoothies.
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Chia absorbs 10 times its weight in water; soaked chia helps retain hydration, supports digestion, and boosts energy. Stir in coconut water or cold milk.
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Cooling by nature and rich in healthy fats. Khus-khus milk is an age-old summer remedy for body heat and insomnia. Soak, grind, and simmer with cardamom.
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A hidden treasure for immunity and hydration, halim seeds are mucilaginous; they swell when soaked and lock moisture in. Mix with buttermilk or aam panna.
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Always soak before use. It is best enjoyed mid-morning or early evening, and excess consumption should be avoided to prevent bloating. Hydration with nutrition is a win-win.
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Blend sabja with chia in coconut water or halim with poppy in chilled milk. Create your hydrating drink combos with a twist of traditional wellness.
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Don’t wait for dehydration; include these lesser-known hydrating seeds in your daily summer routine for a healthier, more energetic you.
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