Grace’s Nutrition Guide: Continuing Your Health Goals in the Summer July 2026

Happy summer everyone! The warmer months we wait so long for are finally here. With that, we tend to get busier and let our health goals take the back burner until September. Yes, we want to enjoy the summer, but we don’t have to forget about our health goals while doing so. July’s nutrition guide will provide tips on how to continue your goals in a manageable way while also enjoying the many things summer brings. The goal is consistency, not perfection!

As mentioned in June’s Nutrition Guide, hydration is a key factor to staying healthy throughout the warm summer months. This is an important element to focus on since we tend to sweat more in the summer, and water also helps to regulate our appetite and body temperature. When travelling, attending gatherings, or heading to the beach, pack a large insulated water bottle to stay hydrated each day. If you have a water bottle with you at all times, this provides a visual cue to drink water consistently throughout the day.

Movement may also look different during the summer months, and that’s okay! If you’re not making it to the gym as often, look for opportunities to stay active in ways you genuinely enjoy. Go for evening walks, hike with friends, swim, bike, play a sport, or spend time gardening. You don’t have to stick to a perfect workout schedule, the goal is to keep your body moving regularly. Staying active in enjoyable ways often feels more sustainable and can help you stay consistent even when life is busier.

When it comes to nutrient timings, a balanced breakfast and a balanced afternoon snack are generally the two points in the day I recommend prioritizing. If we start our day off with a balanced breakfast (ex: 2 eggs, slice of whole wheat toast with peanut butter, and a piece of fruit) it helps to set us up for success for the rest of the day. In the afternoon when we’re on the go, we tend to “forget to eat”, and then end up eating whatever we can get our hands on by the time we get home in the evening. By bringing a convenient, balanced snack (ex: apple + Babybel) with us on-the-go, it reduces the chances of overeating processed carbohydrates when we get home later in the day. Since we tend to eat our lunch and supper regularly, these often don’t need to be

labeled as a “priority.”

If you are interested in learning more about your individual needs and personalized

recommendations, book in with me to chat!

Wishing you a happy and healthy month ahead,

Grace Anderson, RD, BSc AHN, BBA | Registered Dietitian