1. Tomatoes. Lycopene contained in tomatoes is a bioactive substance with strong antioxidant and radiation resistance, which can effectively prevent the damage of free radicals, ultraviolet rays and various external radiation to skin cells and prevent melanin production.

2. Bitter gourd. Momordica charantia is beneficial to cool down and reduce fire, and the momordicin and picrosin contained in it can strengthen the spleen and stimulate appetite; Quinine, an alkaloid substance contained in it, has the effects of promoting diuresis and blood circulation, diminishing inflammation and reducing fever, clearing away heart fire and improving eyesight; Bitter gourd has a high content of vitamin C, which can prevent scurvy and improve the body's resistance. Bitter gourd is the coldest of common melons and fruits, so pregnant women and people with deficiency of spleen and stomach should eat less.

3. Andrographis paniculata. Andrographis paniculata can effectively relieve summer heat, cool blood and reduce swelling. It has different degrees of curative effect on acute bacillary dysentery, acute gastroenteritis, urinary tract infection, common cold, tracheitis, pneumonia, cholecystitis, swelling and pain of oropharynx, scald and poisonous insect bite. Need to be reminded that andrographis paniculata is cool, and people who are weak, prone to diarrhea and cold are best to eat less.

4. chrysanthemum morifolium. Chrysanthemum morifolium has a very special fragrance, and its taste is crisp and easy to cook. It is rich in aromatic volatile oil. Chinese medicine says that aromatic plants can enlighten people, regulate qi, stimulate appetite and promote digestion, which is what we often say can enhance appetite and promote digestion. Chrysanthemum morifolium also contains more minerals such as potassium, which can regulate body fluid metabolism and eliminate edema.

5.asparagus. Asparagus is rich in a variety of nutrients, sweet and cold in nature, and has the effect of clearing away heat. Asparagus can be eaten in the case of dry mouth in midsummer, thirst after exercise, fever and polydipsia. In addition, asparagus is also a super food to prevent flatulence, because asparagus has diuretic effect, which can help the human body discharge excess water, thus alleviating abdominal distension and discomfort.

6. Amaranth. Amaranth has the effects of clearing away heat and toxic materials, eliminating dampness and stopping dysentery, and promoting defecation. It's hot every day in summer, so it's good to eat some cold food. Amaranth is also rich in magnesium, potassium, vitamin K and other nutrients that can help calcium absorption, and it is a good food for supplementing calcium and strengthening bones.

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