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  Rising Temperatures Are Changing Traditional Summer Diets in Europe: What It Means for Health and Nutrition Introduction Summer in Europe has always had a certain rhythm. Markets filled with fresh produce, long family lunches, and simple seasonal meals have long been part of daily life. In countries like Spain, Greece, and Italy, warm weather traditionally meant lighter, healthier meals—think chilled gazpacho, crisp Greek salads, fresh seafood, and vegetables drizzled with olive oil. But summers are starting to feel different. Across Europe, record-breaking heatwaves are no longer rare. Rising temperatures are changing how people live, work, and increasingly, how they eat. Cooking in a hot kitchen feels unbearable, grocery trips become less frequent, and many people are turning to quick, convenient foods instead of preparing traditional meals from scratch. This shift may seem small at first, but it carries real consequences for health and nutrition. As Europe continues to warm, s...