Healthy Winter Snacks

The dropping temperatures and the chilly new years eve are an indication of winters in India. Whether it’s as chilly as it is in the northern Himalayas or it’s Mumbai winters, the need to keep your body warm remains constant. During winters, our metabolism rate goes down and our body tries to conserve heat. During such times, it becomes imperative to eat all the right things. You cannot let go of your diet or give up your healthy dietary habits. So here’s a list of healthy weight loss snacks that you can consume during winters -

 

1. Chikki

Chikki is usually made of jaggery and ground peanuts. Peanuts are a source of good carbs and good fats that our body needs, especially during winters. Jaggery is a healthy alternative to sugar too. It satisfies your sweet cravings.

 

2. An orange, or a carrot

Winters is the time when these seasonal fruits and vegetables are flooded in the market. You should rely on fruit as a snack when no other healthier alternatives are available. You may have noticed that there has been a rise in popularity of berry-flavoured or orange flavoured desserts and protein bars india as well.

 

3. Dry fruits

Dry fruits are loaded with protein and micronutrients that your body needs. They also have good fats that help your body stay warm during winters. Keep a handful of mixed nuts handy and pop them wherever you are. It satiates your hunger too.

 

4. Gond ke laddu

If you’ve never heard of gond before, immediately call your grandmother or your aunt. You’ll come to know that it is a substance produced from the bark of the tree and very warm – making it fit for consumption during winters. Look up for recipes of gond ke laddu and you’ll like them better than your chocolate protein bars.

 

 

Til laddu, cinnamon cookies, and gajar ka halwa are some of the other snacks you can binge on during winters.