After the cold winter months and heavy meals, the light foods of summer become one of the main supporters of our health.
As the seasons change, naturally our kitchen habits also change, which in turn affects our shopping at markets and supermarkets. We tend to buy more fruits and vegetables. One of the best aspects of summer is the abundance of affordable prices in the fruits and vegetables section of discount catalogs.
When buying fruits and vegetables, the most important factor to pay attention to is not only the price, but also freshness, quality, and seasonality. Among the seasonal summer produce, we can highlight watermelon, melon, eggplant, cherry, sweet cherry, fig, grape, peach, green beans, and blackberry.
Today, we will talk about the benefits of several summer fruits and vegetables.
Watermelon – Among the foods most missed during the winter months, watermelon takes one of the top spots. In summer, it usually decorates the table alongside cheese and warm tandoor bread. Rich in antioxidants such as carotenoids, lycopene, and cucurbocitrin, watermelon helps fight free radicals. It stabilizes blood pressure, improves skin, strengthens muscles, and is also rich in vitamin B6, which boosts immunity. Despite its many benefits, as with any food, moderation is important.
Eggplant – As one of the main ingredients of our national dish “three sisters dolma” and other summer meals, eggplant is an irreplaceable vegetable in our cuisine. That is why during supermarket visits, our eyes always search for it in the produce section. At the same time, it’s worth noting that eggplant is among the most affordable vegetables.
Packed with vitamins C, B1, B2, and A, eggplant is particularly beneficial for hair health, hemorrhoids, and skin health. Its high fiber content also helps regulate digestion.
Cherry – Not only cherries themselves, but also their stems are highly beneficial for the human body. Rich in potassium, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, iron, and zinc, cherries and cherry stems provide the following benefits:
With all these benefits, you can enjoy different varieties of cherries by purchasing them from your nearest Araz supermarket.
Tomato – Although tomatoes are consumed all year round, in summer their taste and affordability are unmatched. Tomatoes find their place in almost every daily menu, from main dishes to salads. In summer, varieties such as “pink lady,” mucho, cherry, Zira, and Shamkir appear on Araz supermarket shelves, offering a wide selection. As a source of vitamin C, tomatoes are good for heart health and are among the main vegetables that help reduce cancer risk.
Peach – With its wide variety, peach adorns supermarket shelves in summer and plays an important role in intestinal health. In addition, it helps stabilize iron levels in the body, is a valuable fruit during diets, and is very beneficial for the skin.
Just as we give ourselves rest and peace of mind during summer, we can also lighten our diet with such beneficial fruits and vegetables, helping our body recover from heavy foods. Therefore, when shopping, we recommend prioritizing fruits and vegetables in your food list. Stay always energetic and healthy!
