Click here for more articles by Kormedi.com. Friday marked the final of the traditional three hottest days of summer, known as "sambok." As the heat of summer wears you down and your appetite and energy levels decline, a bowl of nourishing food is a welcome way to replenish your strength. While "samgyetang" (chicken soup with ginseng) and grilled eel are favorites during the summer, those looking for something different might want to try octopus or duck. "Yeonpotang" is a clear soup made with octopus, Korean radish, napa cabbage and water parsley. The chewy octopus and fragrant water parsley add flavor, while the light broth can help revive an appetite dulled by the summer heat. "Baeksuk," meanwhile, is made by slowly simmering duck or other fowl with medicinal herbs, resulting in a rich broth and tender meat. A hearty serving can leave you feeling full and satisfied. Here is a look at the nutritional profiles of the two summer dishes, as well as what to watch out for when managing blood sugar. Yeonpotang: Watch sodium levels Octopus, the main ingredient in yeonpotang, is rich in protein