Perfect Diet Plan To Stay Fit In Winters

Weight gain during the winter season seems absolutely inevitable. During winter’s the intake of lip smacking delicacies seems to be on a rise while the physical activity schedule goes for a complete toss. Reason? During winter’s not only would you get to witness a lot of weddings but a bunch of parties which bring in Christmas and the new year. Not to forget the cold weather compels you to reach out for some hot and warming foods namely burger, pizza, fried chicken, fries so on and so forth. While it might satisfy your hunger and make you feel really good did you actually realize how many calories have been gobbled up in one go? You may or you may not but its actually leading to the winter weight gain. But fret not keep the following tips in mind and you would be able to overcome the fear of gaining weight.

* Fruits and Vegetables

Fruits and vegetables are a storehouse of fiber which can not only fill you up but would also provide you with a great dose of antioxidants and nutrients like Vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin K, copper, iron, magnesium, potassium and folic acid. Stock up on fruits rich in Vitamin C such as orange, sweet lime, grapefruit, guava which can also help in keeping cold and flu at bay.

* Herbal tea

Water is very necessary if you have to detoxify your body and maintain a healthy weight. It helps you in staying full for longer duration and avoid over eating during any of the meals. Drink at least 12-15 glasses of water per day and if you are bored of the idea of having normal water then throw in some cucumber slices, lemon wedges, mint leaves and ginger. Not only would it impart a great taste to the existing bottle of water but will also help you lose weight.

* Say NO To Packaged Food

While refined foods might look really tasty and tempting they are actually responsible in taking you away from your weight loss goals. Refined foods such as cookies, cakes, pastries, pasta, burgers, breads, doughnuts and pizza are loaded with refined flour our very own ''maida'' which can lead to spike in insulin levels and speed up the process of fat storage in the body. On the other hand packaged foods such as maggi, soups, gravies, sausages are loaded with preservatives and excessive amounts of sodium whose excessive consumption can predispose you to various health issues.

* Protein Rich Meal

Always aim at consuming a meal which is high on fiber, has moderate proteins and is low on fiber. Proteins can help in curbing sugar cravings aid in maintaining ones weight. It can also balance the blood sugar levels really well. It has also been seen that foods with high protein levels have a low GI and hence can help you in losing weight. Consume foods such as paneer, Greek yogurt, soy, lentils, beans, chicken, fish, eggs, sunflower seeds, chia seeds, almonds, milk, soymilk and walnuts to get a daily dose of protein. Protein is enough to give you a feeling of fullness and protect you from going overboard where food is concerned.

* Soup

Make it a habit to consume a bowl of veggie soup prior to your lunch or dinner. This practice would not only fill you up but will also make sure that you eat minimal food during lunch and dinner. This can also help you in managing your weight and increase your veggie consumption during the day. But make sure that you do not add butter and heavy cream to the soup. Prepare a fresh soup using carrots, tomato, cabbage, beetroot and add in some crushed ginger, garlic, black pepper and mixed herbs. This soup is excellent for weight loss and at the same time would protect you from cold and flu. You can also make a soup of your choice by adding kidney beans, sprouted moong, paneer or dal to the existing vegetable broth. Enjoy it warm! It shall soothe your throat and help you in managing the cold weather really well.