You may find yourself moving slower, consuming less, and sleeping more during the summer. In Summer digestion or metabolism, the body’s natural “furnace” dims as the temperature increases.

In fact, the temperature outside and the temperature inside the body have an inverse correlation. When temperatures drop in the winter, the body’s inner furnace increases to keep the balance. This allows for the breakdown of heavier foods in larger quantities. 

Ayurveda is based on the belief that the food we eat has a direct impact on our total health. Summer is called the Pitta Dosha season because it is hot, bright, and sharp. As a result, Ayurveda advises everyone, especially those whose Prakruti is largely Pitta Dosha, to be calm and avoid aggravating it. The appropriate foods taken at the right time of year can assist in promoting sattva (purity) cleanse and rejuvenation, which leads to an overall boost in immunity, physical and mental vigor, and digestion.

Here are 6 Tips for Better Summer Digestion:

Hot water

Sipping warm water throughout the day can help your Summer digestion, not only first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. Warm water, taken at least 30 minutes before a substantial meal, is thought to assist in cleansing the digestive tract and increasing the release of gastric juice in the stomach. Instead of gulping down unhealthy, cold fizzy drinks, keep sipping warm water to help your digestion and overall health.

Select cool-down exercises.

Daily exercise is necessary to keep the digestive and elimination systems running smoothly. You don’t want to become too hot, though. Take a chilly evening walk in the moonlight or get up early to work out when the sun’s healing power is highest, and its heat is lowest. Swimming is a great summer sport, but it stays out of the sun in the afternoon. In Pitta season, the Ayurveda maxim of staying within 50% of your capability and avoiding exhaustion is even more vital.

Increase your water intake.

Increase your daily consumption of clean water and other liquids to keep your body hydrated. Fruit liquids, particularly freshly squeezed juices, replenish electrolytes while also cooling you down.

Keeping your digestive tract hydrated by drinking enough fluids and water can help keep everything running smoothly.

Focus on Meals

Breakfast should be light and healthy to help jumpstart your digestion and enhance your metabolism. Breakfast should never be skipped, according to Ayurveda, to keep the digestive system on track. A healthy breakfast choice is warm cooked dishes like boiled vegetables and fresh fruit.

As per Ayurveda, eating three meals a day, is excellent for good digestion and proper nutritional absorption. It was proposed that people have their main meals of the day around 12 and 2 p.m., and their last meal of each day, or dinner, two hours before going to bed. Dinner should be light, and you should eat at the same time every day.

Ayurveda recommends including the following summer foods in your daily diet: 

1.  Sattu is traditionally made of Bengal gram and is claimed to provide immediate body cooling. It has a lot of insoluble fiber, which is healthy for your intestines, and it has a low glycemic index, which is beneficial for diabetes. You must include sattu in your diet as a cooling agent and a powerful energizer.
2.  Amla, also known as Indian gooseberry, is a popular and healthy fruit with several nutritional benefits. This sour-bitter fruit is a great way to stay cool on hot days.
3. Alkaline Vegetables: During digestion, our stomach produces gastric acids, which aid in the breakdown of food. Acidity and acid reflux can occur when the body’s acidic level rises as a result of a bad lifestyle and eating habits. Alkaline foods such as green leafy vegetables and root vegetables such as sweet potatoes, beetroots, carrots, almonds, onions, garlic, and others must be consumed in large quantities to prevent the risk of increasing acid levels.
4. Ashwagandha, Brahmi, and Tulsi are examples of herbs. These three cooling herbs aid in body cooling. Ashwagandha is used to treat illnesses like asthma and arthritis by reducing inflammation in the body. Brahmi has the ability to calm nerves and relieve stress. Tulsi, often known as holy basil, is a detoxifying and cleansing herb. It’s also proven to keep your body cool in hot weather. Herbal teas might help you achieve your goals.

 Sleep

Get adequate sleep every night, but don’t go to bed right after dinner. Even if you’re exhausted, go for a brisk stroll to help your digestion. Going to bed shortly after a meal might sabotage your digestion and lead to other health problems, including acidity and excess weight. Always remember this and never go to bed immediately after eating.