Summer comes with intense heat. Kids are under great health risks while playing under the scorching sun for extended periods: dehydration, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke to mention a few. They even suffer a loss of energy too. Feeding with the right food will keep them energized. Here are five summer foods that can keep your kids energized during the summer.

Watermelon

Watermelons are made up of at least 92% of water. They are great for hydration and will keep your kids energized as long as you get them to eat. Try to get the red ones because they are usually sweet and your kids would love them.

Tomatoes

These fruits are also great for keeping your kids energized. You could serve them as snacks, as part of a salad or as juice. They could also serve as a natural sunscreen for your kids.

Cucumber

Eating enough cucumbers will help cool your kids the body cool during the summer months. It will also keep them energized, so you want to keep them readily available for your kids to munch on them. 

Onions

This food may not be popular among kids because of its ability to bring tears to the eyes, its taste, and the effects on the breath. However, when eaten raw or in any other form, they can cool their temperatures and keep them energized.

Coconut Water

Coconut water is something of a restorative drink that is full of potassium, electrolytes, and loads of nutrients. Making your kids drink lots of coconut water will keep them hydrated, energized, and healthy. Thankfully, coconuts have a great taste so you can easily encourage them to drink it as long as it is fresh.

Takeaway

If you read up to this point, then you now know how to keep your kids energized during the hot summer months.