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Written By: Editorial Team | Published : December 22, 2014 5:07 PM IST
The winter months are here and in order to make sure you stay in the pink of health, you need to eat right. Dr Anu Gupta, a US-trained weight loss/management expert from New Delhi, lists 5 healthy superfoods that can help you stay fit this winter season.
A handful of almonds - Almonds provide the body with the minerals like magnesium and also regulate blood sugar levels. A stable blood sugar level is key in preventing cravings that can lead to overeating. (Read: 6 reasons eating soaked almonds are great for your health)
Hard boiled eggs - Eggs are a great source of protein and contain essential amino acids that the body needs to build everything from muscle fibres to brain chemicals. It is the perfect breakfast food ensuring you feel less hungry during the day and reduces that urge to snack. (Read: An egg a day can keep health problems away!)
Green tea - It reduces the blood fat while detoxifying the body and suppressing untimely food cravings. It has a multitude of health and wellbeing benefits. If you are into fitness, it makes the perfect pre-workout drink. Drinking green tea regularly has been shown to help suppress appetite and increase metabolism both of which can help you burn a few calories while you celebrate this season. (Read: 10 types of flavoured green tea that have 20 health benefits)
Green salad - Eating a low-calorie salad before main meals can help in filling you up and ensure that you get the recommended daily intake of veggies. But you need to make sure that you don't drown it in a fatty dressing though a little olive oil and balsamic vinegar makes the perfect healthy accompaniment to a fresh salad. (Read: Why eating salads is healthy)
Sliced apples - Apple burns more calories than it adds to the body, while being digested; making for a great, tasty snack that does nothing to add to body fat. (Read: An apple a day keeps the doctor away! Health benefits of apples in pics)
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