6 fruits under Rs 50 that can help you survive the heatwave
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Ice apple (Tadgola/Nungu)
Many people walk past ice apple vendors without realising how cooling this fruit actually is. Popular in South India and coastal regions, ice apple is full of water and feels incredibly refreshing during peak afternoon heat.
It is light on the stomach, naturally hydrating and perfect for people who feel exhausted after stepping out in the sun. In many cities, you can get 3–4 pieces for under Rs 50.
It is light on the stomach, naturally hydrating and perfect for people who feel exhausted after stepping out in the sun. In many cities, you can get 3–4 pieces for under Rs 50.
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Muskmelon
Watermelon gets all the attention during summer, but muskmelon is often cheaper and equally effective in helping the body stay cool.
It contains plenty of water and feels filling without being too heavy. Many Indian households already buy it from local fruit carts, making it an easy and budget-friendly heatwave fruit.
It contains plenty of water and feels filling without being too heavy. Many Indian households already buy it from local fruit carts, making it an easy and budget-friendly heatwave fruit.
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Bananas
People often avoid bananas during summer thinking they are “heavy,” but they are actually useful during heatwaves because they help maintain energy levels when the body feels drained.
They are cheap, easily available everywhere and especially useful for people travelling long distances in the heat or working outdoors.
They are cheap, easily available everywhere and especially useful for people travelling long distances in the heat or working outdoors.
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Papaya
Heatwaves often bring digestion problems because people eat outside food and drink less water. Papaya is one of the simplest fruits that helps the stomach stay comfortable during hot weather.
It is usually affordable throughout the year and a small cut portion from local vendors often costs less than Rs 50.
It is usually affordable throughout the year and a small cut portion from local vendors often costs less than Rs 50.
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Cucumber
Most Indians already eat cucumber with lunch, but during a heatwave, it deserves much more attention. It is packed with water and helps the body feel fresh almost instantly.
Roadside cucumber sellers are common across Indian cities during summer, and a full serving usually costs very little.
Roadside cucumber sellers are common across Indian cities during summer, and a full serving usually costs very little.
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Jamun
Jamun appears for only a short period every summer, but it is one of the best local fruits to eat during extreme heat. It feels refreshing, contains plenty of water and is easy to carry while travelling.
Small roadside packets are usually available within the Rs 30–50 range in many Indian cities.
(Disclaimer: This story is for educational purposes alone and should not be considered as professional medical advice and does not substitute any medical advice.)
Small roadside packets are usually available within the Rs 30–50 range in many Indian cities.
(Disclaimer: This story is for educational purposes alone and should not be considered as professional medical advice and does not substitute any medical advice.)