Benefits of Drinking Soup in Summer

Benefits of Drinking Soup in Summer Would you not like to benefit from the power of soups that usually find a place on our tables during winter's cold weather, even in the summer months? Rather than saying "soup in summer?", we should take advantage of the power of soup, whose origins go back centuries, by using plenty of summer vegetables. Acıbadem Maslak Hastanesi Nutrition and Dietetics Specialist Fatma Turanlı explained: "Soup is both delicious and beneficial to our health thanks to the various food items added during its preparation. For this reason, it holds an important place in our diet. Soups, which are generally preferred during winter's cold weather, can also be consumed cold on summer tables. Moreover, it is a good choice for cooling down and consuming a light meal. Summer tables should especially feature cold soups, and they should be consumed during lunch and dinner." Noting that soups are a highly beneficial type of food due to the nutrients they contain, Fatma Turanlı listed 6 benefits of soup in summer, explained 5 cold soups you can drink in cold form against summer heat and their benefits.

Helps with weight loss

Starting a meal with soup allows you to reach satiety easily, preventing weight gain. By consuming nutritious soups instead of fatty and carbohydrate-rich foods, the ratio of calories consumed will also decrease, helping with weight loss.

Keeps you full

Although not very high in calories, soups are quite rich in nutritional content; keeping you full for a long time and preventing unnecessary snacking.

Immunity

Soups, through the vitamins, minerals and fiber they contain, contribute to strengthening immunity and protection from disease.

Intestines

The fiber found in abundance in vegetables benefits the regular functioning of the intestines. Moreover, since soup is largely liquid, it provides significant support in meeting the body's water needs, especially during summer months. Body temperature Soup consumed in hot weather; takes the place of a light option instead of heavy meals rich in fat and carbohydrates. It helps the person feel more comfortable and cool.

Body resistance

Spices such as black pepper, chili flakes, turmeric, mint and thyme that can be added to all soups, as well as vegetables such as garlic, parsley and dill; thanks to the vitamins, minerals and antioxidant compounds they contain, make the nutritional value of soups more quality. It increases the person's body resistance.  

5 Summer Soups: Both Refreshing and Nutritious

Nutrition and Dietetics Specialist Fatma Turanlı explained 5 summer soups that you can consume cold in hot summer weather, both refreshing and nutritious, and their benefits as follows:   Tomato soup This soup, prepared with tomato, cucumber, onion, green pepper, 1 slice of bread crumb, vinegar, garlic and olive oil, is a complete antioxidant and vitamin source. Tomato, thanks to its vitamin C, potassium, iron, lycopene, vitamin A, and fiber content, provides important contributions to heart health, intestinal health, skin beauty and eye health. It helps reduce the damage cigarette smoking causes to the body. The fiber it contains facilitates intestinal function. It also supports fighting free radicals that play a role in cancer formation thanks to its antioxidant content. Yogurt soup This very practical and equally beneficial soup, prepared using strained yogurt, chickpeas, wheat, olive oil and mint, deserves to be the crown jewel of summer tables. Yogurt is a rich source of calcium and, thanks to its B vitamins, vitamin D, protein, iodine, vitamin A and vitamin E content, it is necessary for bone health and nervous system function. As it is a fermented product, it has a positive effect on intestinal microbiota, thus playing an important role in protecting intestinal health and the immune system. Purslane soup This soup, prepared with purslane, onion, rice and garlic; cooked with yogurt and egg sauce and consumed cold, is a nutritionally strong summer soup. Purslane is a wonderful summer vegetable that contains abundant amounts of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, B vitamins, vitamins C and E, beta carotene, potassium, iron, magnesium and zinc. It is also a good source of omega 3. Therefore, it has important benefits for the body such as strengthening the immune system, regulating intestinal function and protecting cardiovascular health. Moreover, as it is very low in calories, it helps with weight loss. Beet soup This is a delicious summer soup prepared using red beet, yogurt, garlic and olive oil. Beet, thanks to many vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, folate, phosphate, manganese, calcium and potassium, plays an important role in strengthening the immune system and helps the brain and cognitive functions operate optimally. The conversion of the nitrate it contains into nitric oxide has a positive effect on blood vessels, helping to lower blood pressure and increase physical performance. Its glutamine content, an amino acid very important for intestinal health, is also high, and it has a fiber-rich structure. Pea soup This is a beautiful summer soup option that is a complete health source, prepared with peas, dry onion, fresh mint, yogurt, garlic, curry, black pepper and chicken broth. Peas are a good source of protein and fiber. Thanks to the rich folic acid it contains, it is a valuable vegetable for mothers-to-be preparing for pregnancy. Moreover, thanks to its vitamin C, polyphenols and alpha carotene content, it helps improve skin, accelerate metabolism and reduce stomach complaints.