Ah, summer. The season of sweat mustaches, rogue tan lines, and that eternal struggle of “Do I want to wear shorts or do I want to sit on a leather car seat without third-degree burns?” But summer isn’t all UV rays and bug spray—it’s also peak season for some of the juiciest, most delicious fruits Mother Nature has ever produced!
Let’s talk about summer fruits, why they’re the real MVPs of the season, and how to eat them.
🍓 Strawberries
You can’t talk summer without mentioning strawberries. These ruby-red gems are basically nature’s candy with a nutrition label that slaps.
Nutrition flex:
- Packed with Vitamin C (more than oranges, yes really)
- High in antioxidants
- Low in calories (around 50 per cup)
How to use them:
- Slice them into salads and pretend you’re fancy
- Add to yogurt and granola for aesthetics
- Blend into smoothies.
🍉 Watermelon: Basically Summer in Fruit Form
Let’s be real—if you’ve never had watermelon juice run down your arms in July, are you even living?
Nutrition flex:
- 92% water (hydration station!)
- Contains lycopene (good for your skin and maybe your dating life, who knows)
- Only 46 calories per cup
How to use it:
- Just eat it straight—spitting the seeds out is part of the joy
- Cube and toss with feta, mint, and lime juice for a salad that screams I have my life together
- Freeze chunks for smoothie cubes or use them as DIY popsicles
Relatable tip:
Cutting a watermelon is a full upper-body workout. Consider it fruit prep and arm day.
🍒 Cherries: Tiny, Sassy, and Full of Surprises
Cherries are like the drama queens of the fruit world—small, bold, and will definitely stain your fingers and your white T-shirt.
Nutrition flex:
- Rich in melatonin (hello, better sleep!)
- Anti-inflammatory properties (your joints will thank you)
- Good source of potassium
How to use them:
- Snack on them while watching trash TV
- Pit and toss into oatmeal or muffins
- Mix into salads or serve with goat cheese for ultimate brunch vibes
🫐 Blueberries: Small But Mighty
Blueberries are the overachievers of the fruit bowl. They’re sweet, they’re smart (brain-boosting antioxidants), and they look great in a smoothie.
Nutrition flex:
- High in fiber and Vitamin K
- Top-tier antioxidant content
- Brain-boosting benefits (so you can remember where you left your sunglasses)
How to use them:
- Bake into muffins (or eat straight from the container like a raccoon)
- Toss in cereal, pancakes, or even summer pasta salad
- Smash into a mocktail or cocktail.
🍑 Peaches: Summer’s Flirt
Nothing screams summer like biting into a ripe peach and immediately needing a napkin, a shower, and possibly a change of clothes.
Nutrition flex:
- Great source of Vitamin A and C
- Skin-healthy antioxidants
- About 60 calories per medium peach
How to use them:
- Grill them (seriously, try it)
- Add to cottage cheese or yogurt bowls
- Use in pies, crisps, or galettes if you’re feeling fancy and channeling your inner Great British Bake Off contestant
Final Thoughts:
Summer fruits are basically sunshine in edible form—juicy, sweet, and packed with health perks that make your body and taste buds high-five. Whether you’re blending them, grilling them, or just stress-eating them in the car after a grocery run, they’re doing great things for you.
So next time someone tells you to “eat healthy,” just smile, grab a bowl of fruit, and tell them you’re in your seasonal produce era.
Bonus Pro Tip:
Pair your summer fruits with a protein or fat (think Greek yogurt, nut butter, cheese) to keep your blood sugar stable and your mood less… dramatic.
Now go forth, eat fruit, and try not to stain your shirt.
🍓🍉🫐🍒🍑 #FruitGoals #SnackSmart #SummerVibes
Bye Besties,
Julianne
Full on Faith 
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