In the cold months, hot samosas, vadas, pakodas and kachoris are some of the most tempting foods. Â These foods also result in weight and waist gain. Â If you wish to avoid weight gain in winter, practice the following -
- Balanced diet is important even in winter, if you want to avoid weight gain. Â Eat hot or warm meals as far as possible.
- Have warm soups or stews (low fat varieties) in between meals if you feel hungry.
- Drink hot green tea or hot lemon tea or herbal tea (with less / no sugar) during break time.
- Use spices like ginger, garlic and pepper that give a little extra warmth.
- Roasted nuts, hot boiled corn, grilled sandwich or hot idli can make good snacks in the evening.
- Walk, jog, run or hit the gym to increase your body temperature and metabolism. Â This will also burn off extra calories.
Keep yourself warm and healthy in winter!