Beat the Heat with Summer Fruit

Summer fruit contains a lot of healthy nutrients that promote good health.

Summer is high season for peaches, which are popular for their sweet and tangy flavor and juicy flesh.

Peaches are low in calories but still very sweet. Amygdalin in peaches has calming and relaxing effects that help with a good night's sleep. Aspartic acid, glutamine and citric acid help relieve stress.

Watermelons have potassium, which reduces blood pressure. Lycopene and citrulline in watermelons have anti-aging properties.

Tomatoes are also summer staples with lots of nutrients. They contain high levels of antioxidants such as lycopene, beta-carotene and lutein, which lower blood pressure.

Tomatoes, rich in vitamin C, also help relieve fatigue, lower cholesterol and prevent fat accumulation.