HEALTHY AND BEAUTIFUL DIWALI 2017

All set for DIWALI?? With too many things done in less time – like cleaning the houses, shopping, preparing delicacies, buying gifts for friends and relatives and much more. Though there are many ways to gift someone during Diwali, however something done in a healthy way brings health, joy & happiness in their lives. Moreover it motivates others to adopt healthy eating habits J. So, this Diwali let us spend some money in healthy food items. It also saves time from preparing deep fried stuff, farsan, etc.

DRY FRUITS – Are the healthiest, easiest, and a wonderful way to gift friends and relatives. Isn’t it? The health benefits of these WONDER NUTS are many. These not only do an amazing job to keep us healthy, fit, and active. But at the same time, keeps our skin BEAUTIFUL. Let us have a look to some of those…

1. ALMONDS

• High in monounsaturated fats – Lowers LDL cholesterol, keeps heart healthy
• Rich source of vitamin E – Antioxidant property, good for skin and hair
• Good source of magnesium and potassium – Improves the flow of oxygen and nutrients in the body
• Manganese and copper – helps in energy production
• Fibre and Protein – helps in losing and maintaining weight

      2. WALNUTS

• Good source of Omega-3 fatty acids – lowers LDL and increases HDL, the DHA nourishes the brain and promotes brain health
• Fibre and Protein – feeling of satiety, promote weight loss
• Contain a compound melatonin – helps in getting good sleep
• Rich in B-vitamins – good for skin
• Antioxidant property – boosts immune system

     3. PISTACHIOS

• Rich source of vitamins A and E – Antioxidant effect which strengthens immune system
• B-vitamins – healthy skin and hair, anti-ageing effect
• Healthy Fats – Lower LDL and increase HDL
• Fibre and Protein – Can prevent Diabetes

     4. RAISINS

• Rich source of Vitamin A and Beta carotene – Good for eyesight
• Contain simple sugars like Fructose and Glucose – Energy booster
• High Fibre – Feeling of satiety, helps in weight loss
• Rich in potassium and Magnesium – reduces Hypertension and fights acidity
• Relieves Constipation specially in Children
• Beautifies the skin

      5. CASHEWNUTS

• Healthy Fats – maintain heart health
• Antioxidant Property and Flavanoids – Fight some types of Cancer
• Eating them in Moderation – maintain good cholesterol and promote weight loss
• Benefits Women post-menopause
• Contains high levels of Calcium and Magnesium – Good for teeth and gums
• Keeps the skin supple and soft

      6. DRIED APRICOTS

• Rich source of Iron and Copper – Help to fight Anemia, absorption of Iron
• Contain Pectin and Cellulose – promote smooth bowel movements, stimulate digestion when taken before meals
• Relieve Acidity
• Antioxidant Property – Good for skin in sun-burn, acne, exfoliating factor in apricot scrubs

Wow!!! So many benefits of these Wonder Nuts, and they are easily available too… Let us celebrate Diwali 2017 in a beautiful way.

GIFT A FRIEND WITH A BOX OF DRY FRUITS AND HELP THEM STAY HEALTHY TOO….

Enjoy the FESTIVITIES being HEALTHY and FIT - 2017

HEALTHY NEW YEAR 2017

So what’s different in 2017?

Is it the same old resolution to eat healthy? Lose weight? Hit the gym? ....

Or something NEW??

A New Year always brings so many resolutions... but it is important to stick to those resolutions.

How about keeping realistic goals this New Year, so to follow it easily ...

Some Realistic Resolutions one can keep to remain FIT for a longer time throughout the year :

1.       Keep smaller goals instead of targeting huge... for example - instead of keeping a goal of 20kg weight loss, lets keep it say 1kg a week or 5kg a month. Keeping smaller goals is easier to reach.

2.       Focus on Speeding up of Metabolic rate ... lead a healthy lifestyle by eating everything in moderation, and not discarding something completely.

3.       Keep yourself always hydrated ... so before feeling that THIRST, Fuel up your bodies with Water. This will also speed up the Metabolism.

4.       Complete NO to processed foods ... so basically focussing more on Natural Foods like seasonal Fruits and Fresh Veggies throughout the year.

5.       Snack smartly – The In-between meals are as important as the 3 main meals... choosing the right type of mid-morning and evening meals definitely makes a lot of difference in boosting metabolic rate thus creating inch loss.

6.       Add on to more fluids – This definitely cannot replace plain water, but including lot of fluids can bring that habit of drinking more water.. so initially start with more liquids like soups, green tea, buttermilk....

7.       Say NO to Crash Diets – No starving throughout the year, make this RESOLUTION

8.       Eating any Fruit of your choice on DAILY basis.

9.       Take a Walk – So, even if miss out on gym any day ... determine on doing that BRISK WALK daily atleast for 20 minutes.

10.   Being POSITIVE, and loving your bodies – It doesn’t matter how one look, but feeling good about oneself always keep us motivating to lose and become Fit.

Hope these guidelines help ...

Eat Better, Be Wise! Live a Healthier 2017!!