Fatma Turanlı, Nutrition and Diet Specialist at Acıbadem Maslak Hospital, said, “Soup is both delicious and beneficial for our health with the various foodstuffs put into it while it is being prepared. Therefore, it has an important place in our diet. Soups, which are generally preferred in cold weather in winter, can also be prepared cold on summer tables and consumed. Moreover, it is a good option to cool off and consume a light meal. Especially cold soups should be included in the summer tables, and it should be tried to be consumed at lunch and dinner.”
HELP LOSE WEIGHT
Starting the meal with soup prevents weight gain by providing easy access to satiety. Instead of fatty and carbohydrate foods, soups with high nutritional value help to lose weight as they will reduce the rate of calories consumed.
KEEPING TOUGH FOR A LONG TIME
Although the calorie content is not very high, the soups are very rich in nutritional content; It keeps you full for a long time and prevents unnecessary snacks.
STRENGTHENS IMMUNITY
Soups contribute to the strengthening of immunity and protection from diseases with the vitamins, minerals and fibers they contain.
WORKS THE BOOTS
Fiber, which is abundant in vegetables, benefits the regular functioning of the intestines. In addition, since most of the soup is liquid, it helps to meet the body’s water needs, especially in summer.
BALANCES BODY TEMPERATURE
Soup in hot weather; It takes its place as a light option instead of heavy meals rich in fat and carbohydrates. It helps the person feel more comfortable and cool.
INCREASES BODY RESISTANCE
Spices such as black pepper, chili pepper, turmeric, mint and thyme, which can be added to all soups, and garlic, parsley, dill, etc. vegetables; Thanks to the vitamins, minerals and antioxidant compounds they contain, they make the nutritional values of soups higher quality. It increases one’s body resistance.