Summer's Fresh Start

HEALTHIEST SUMMER FOODS

5. ICED GREEN TEA Green tea is known to be the ‘healthiest beverage in

the world.’ It can reduce the risk of diabetes, heart disease and cancer. It can also increase metabolism and improve physical performance.

4. WATERMELON Watermelons consists mainly of water, so they are excellent

for summer hydration. The fruit is also soaked in vitamins and antioxidants, and it’s also low in calories, making it great for weight loss.

3. CHERRIES Cherries are wellknown for having strong antioxidant

properties, but they are also capable of lowering blood pressure, speeding up recoveries after exercise, and improving sleeping schedules.

2. CORN Some of the chemicals in corn are capable of improving eyesight and aiding

in digestion. Corn is a healthy carbohydrate alternative, and has lots of Vitamin C,

Magnesium and Vitamin B.

1. TOMATOES Lycopene, an

antioxidant found in tomatoes, can actually protect your skin from sunburns, improve heart health, and lower the risk of certain types of cancer. Tomatoes are also a great source of Vitamin C, potassium and Vitamin K.

ACAI BERRY BOWL

Ingredients: - 1 frozen banana - 1/2 cup of frozen blueberries - 1 tablespoon of honey (or preferred sweetener) - 1 cup of frozen raspberries Toppings : - 3 tablespoons of granola - 2 tablespoons of pomegranate seeds - 1 tablespoon of unsweetened coconut flakes Total Time: 5 minutes Servings: 1 bowl

AVOCADO TOAST

- 1/2 avocado - 1 slice of toasted whole wheat bread - Pepper & salt - Cilantro - Lime Total time: 5 minutes Servings: 1

STRAWBERRY SALAD

Ingredients: - 7 cups of torn up romaine leaves - 2 cups of sliced fresh strawberries - 2 celery stalks (chopped) - 2 green onions (chopped) - 1/4 cup of canola oil - 2 tablespoons of sugar

- 2 tablespoons of cider vinegar (optional) -1/4 teaspoon of salt - 1/4 teaspoon of pepper - 1/2 cup of slivered almonds (toasted) - Feta Cheese (as desired) Total Time: 20 minutes Servings: About 8 Recipe inspired by: TasteOfHome

BANANA CRUNCH TOAST

Ingredients: - 1 banana - 1 slice of whole wheat bread - Peanut butter (as desired) - 2 graham crackers (crumbled) - Honey or syrup Total time: 5 minutes Servings: 1

BY EDITOR-IN-CHIEF SARAH WHEELER AND BUSINESS MANAGER ELLA PULIDO