Peanuts, dry fruits, carrots, amla, peas, mustard

- These foods protect health in winter

With the departure of summer, winter has already arrived. And with the changing of the seasons, our health invariably changes too. It is better to eat seasonally. By consuming seasonal fruits, vegetables regularly, we can avoid many health related problems. Today we will talk about healthy food for cold season.

Experts give information about it and say….

Some people have a very slow metabolism. As a result, they are prone to many diseases. But by taking care of certain things they can keep the metabolism running smoothly. For this, the first thing is to eat regularly. Apart from that, increase the amount of protein in the daily diet. Adequate protein intake keeps muscles strong. Peanuts are rich in protein. It also contains vitamin 'E' which prevents the skin from drying out. Moreover, the omega-3 contained in it helps to keep the brain functioning. Taking 200 grams of peanuts daily provides the body with 50-50 grams of protein, 80.6 grams of fat, 55.1 grams of carbohydrates, 80 grams of calories, 18 mg of calcium and 18.6 mg of calcium. A gram of iron is found.

Dry fruits like peanuts are also considered more beneficial in winter. You can also roast dry fruits if you want. By taking different types of dry fruits in the evening breakfast, the body gets enough protein, potassium, carbohydrates, calcium and fat.

Buckwheat is rich in vitamin B, potassium, magnesium, fiber. Increase consumption of pulses in winter instead of frequent mealy foods. It improves digestion, prevents heart disease, obesity and diabetes.

Amla is available in abundance in the cold season. Amla is considered the nectar of winter. Amla is useful in protecting against diseases caused by the change of season. Vitamin 'C' in it increases immunity. While the antioxidants present in it help to throw out the toxic substances produced in the body. Amla keeps blood sugar under control and also prevents anemia. Taking only two amla of 50-50 grams a day provides 0.5 grams of protein, 13.7 grams of carbohydrates, 58 grams of calories, 1.2 mg of iron.

Red carrots found in the cold season can make our health like Rati Rayan. Carrots are rich in vitamins A, B, C, D, K, B-1 and B-6. It also contains natural sugars. Consume carrots or carrot-based dishes to avoid problems like nose, ear, throat and sinuses in winter. 100 grams of carrot contains 0.9 protein, 10.6 calories, 80 mg calcium, 0.03 mg iron.

In winters, piles of peas can be seen in the vegetable market. Gujarati housewives are experts in making various types of dishes from peas. Peas actually reduce the risk of stomach cancer. Also, since there are only 60 calories in 100 grams of peas, there is no fear of gaining weight by consuming them.

Mustard is considered best in winter. Mustard leaves are rich in antioxidants, various vitamins, minerals. Eating mustard greens warms the body.

By eating different types of pulses, the body gets sufficient amount of fiber and vitamin B-9. Dal reduces the level of harmful cholesterol in our body. As a result the risk of heart disease, diabetes, obesity etc. is reduced. Lentils are rich in the mineral selenium. Selenium is rare in other foods. This substance helps to keep cancer at bay.

In the cold season, the pleasure of drinking hot tea is something different. However, instead of drinking ginger or spiced tea frequently, the properties of green tea give us great refreshment.

- Vaishali Thakkar