# Popular Summer Fruits and How to Use Them - Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2022/08/popular-summer-fruits-and-how-to-use-them/ - Published: 2022-08-02T10:32:39-04:00 - Author: greenlivingguy When the summer season comes, so do its accompanying fruits. With the warm weather and humidity, we get some of the most refreshing, thirst-quenching fruits to beat the heat. Fruits are a great way to cool down in hot weather, and there’s no better time to enjoy them than during summer.  Fruit is naturally sweet and can help you manage your sugar intake and prevent you from overeating other [sweets like cakes](https://greenlivingguy.com/2011/05/navitas-naturals-acai-cake-a-chocolate-delight/) or ice cream. Eating them as snacks or as part of your main meals can give you more vitamins and minerals in your [diet](https://greenlivingguy.com/2021/02/why-decluttering-your-home-can-help-you-live-healthier/). Here are some of the most popular summer fruits with their [benefits](https://greenlivingguy.com/2022/05/the-top-3-diets-that-have-been-scientifically-supported-in-2022/): ![Popular summer fruits and how to use them](https://i0.wp.com/greenlivingguy.com/ wp-content/uploads/2022/08/jonas-kakaroto-5JQH9Iqnm9o-unsplash.jpg?resize=420%2C280& quality=52&ssl=1 "Popular Summer Fruits and How to Use Them - The Green Living Guy") ## 1. Blueberries Summer is the perfect time for blueberries. Many kinds of berries are eaten during summer. [Blueberries](https://greenlivingguy.com/2009/08/my-organic-blueberries-are-almost-done-for-this-season/) are one of the most popular ones, and they have a lot of health benefits too. They can help you lose weight and give you more energy. This fruit is rich in antioxidants which can help lower your risk of getting cancer or heart diseases. Blueberries are good for your brain, and they can improve your memory. These berries can also make delicious wine, such as [blueberry sparkle wine](https://www.juicywines.com/shop-juicy/blueberry-sparkle). Blueberries are also good to eat because they contain vitamins A, C, and E, as well as manganese, fiber, and phosphorus which are essential for the growth and development of the body system. ## 2. Peaches Peaches are one of the most popular summer fruits available because they taste so good when they’re perfectly ripe but not too soft or mushy that you can’t enjoy them anymore. They’re also a good source of fiber and antioxidants that help prevent some forms of cancer like breast, prostate, and colon cancer. Peaches are best eaten fresh as it’s the only way to get all the nutrients in them, but you can also add them to smoothies or eat them with yogurt for a healthy meal. Peaches are great for hot summer days, especially if you want something sweet to quench your thirst. It’s one of the best summer fruits available because it doesn’t just taste good; they have lots of nutrients that can help improve our overall health. ## 3. Watermelon Watermelons are very refreshing in hot weather and are a great source of vitamins A, C, and B6. They contain lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that helps prevent cancer and heart disease. Watermelons also contain an enzyme called lycopene cyclase that aids in the production of an important hormone called cortisol. Cortisol is a stress hormone that increases blood sugar and energy levels during times of physical or mental stress.  Watermelons are high in fiber and help to reduce cholesterol, prevent constipation, and lower blood pressure. They can be used to make a number of refreshing summer drinks and desserts. ## 4. Strawberries Strawberries are one of the most versatile fruits you can have in summer. You can have them as desserts, snacks, or even as drinks with milk. They are great antioxidants and they help to lower cholesterol levels by preventing bad cholesterol from oxidizing. With a high water content, strawberries help to keep you hydrated during hot days. ## 5. Mangoes Another summer favorite, mangoes are a sweet and delicious tropical fruit. They are a rich source of vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium, and fiber. Because of their high fiber content, mangoes can help to lower cholesterol levels. They also have anti-inflammatory properties that can help to reduce pain and swelling in the body. Mangoes are great for pre-workout snacks because they provide your body with energy and keep you hydrated during physical activity. You can have them on their own or [try them with some yogurt](http://www.forbes.com/sites/brianfreedman/2021/10/12/drink-your-fruits-and-vegetables-how-unexpected-components-are-impacting-todays-cocktails/?sh=6ca145a61585) or milk for added protein. ## 6. Pineapples Pineapples are another tropical fruit that is very popular in the summertime. They are a good source of vitamin C which helps to strengthen your immune system against bacteria and viruses. Vitamin C also helps to prevent skin infections like acne by promoting healthy skin growth and repairing damaged tissues in the body.  Pineapple is high in bromelain which is an enzyme that has anti-inflammatory properties as well as anti-microbial properties that can help fight infections caused by bacteria or fungi. Summer fruits are a great way to have a healthy and refreshing summer and it’s also a good way to include more fruits in your diet. Summer is the perfect time for fruits because they’re in season, so you don’t need to worry about the quality of the fruit that you buy. ![author avatar](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/df91669667126e1290c21ee0342c386e2da19d588d4d9ca6560bd82ed59a9641? s=300&d=monsterid&r=g) greenlivingguy The Green Living Guy, Seth Leitman is an independent power producer, a green living expert, and Editor of the McGraw-Hill, TAB Green Guru Guides. Seth is also an Author, Radio Host, Reporter, Writer and an Environmental Consultant on green living. The Green Living Guy writes about green living, green lighting, the green guru guides and more. 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