With the decrease in mercury level and most of us suffering from general cold during winters, we can have the warmth of dry fruits and nuts. Since ages, people consume dry fruits along with tea in very cold regions to get warmth. There are several benefits of consuming nuts and dry fruits in winters. When sitting next to bonfire or heater does not help in warming your body, a brandy drink can work out at that point of time. But consuming these nuts give you energy along with warmth from inside.
- They are known for providing our body with high levels of fats and proteins.
- They warm up our body.
- Boost our immunity to fight against common flu and other diseases.
- Works best with our skin. Instead of applying almonds and walnut face packs, try eating them.
- Many of these nuts help in weight loss.
Let’s discuss few of these nuts to be consumed. This year winters have broken records of rain and chill for decades. Still the weather is in bad shape, though it is more enjoyable than summers. Eating these nuts can build our immune against COVID 19 too.
- ALMONDS: Almonds are the most common form of nuts eaten in household. You can soak them in water and eat, add them to your crunchy salads or even we can add them to our porridges. They have multi fold benefits ranging from low cholesterol to boosting our immunity and providing warmth to our body.
- WALNUTS: Walnuts are rich in Omega 3 and have anti-inflammatory properties. They are best for cold winters and keeps our skin nourishing in this dry weather. You can eat them in breakfast or add to your salads.
- PEANUTS: Peanuts are time pass of every household in our country during winters. With coming of festivals like LOHRI, we enjoy it more with bonfire. They are full of various minerals and vitamins. Enjoy them raw or eat chikki made out of it and jaggery.
- CASHEW NUTS: KAJU KI BURFI brings smile to most of sweet lovers in India. Cashew nuts generate heat in our body, though eating them in excess can increase our cholesterol levels. Enjoy this winter delicacy to heat up your body.
- DATES: Dates are full of iron and potassium, provide you instant energy. Though sweet in taste, they have low glucose level. Eating them regularly help you fight against winter diarrhea.
These nuts can help you fight against cold winter harshness.
Written By Mrs. Ruchi Mehta
Health Blogger
