The winter season and its dry, moisture-sapping winds bring with them a range of health and beauty challenges, including bloating, digestive issues, dry skin, dandruff, and more. The period from November
to January often takes its toll on our bodies in various ways. But worry not!
You can mitigate and even overcome these problems by following these simple and yet effective tips suggested by celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar, who has worked with film stars like Kareena Kapoor.
In an insightful Instagram video shared with her followers on Wednesday, December 17, Diwekar came up with three food items that naturally tackle the winter struggles and nourish your body, protecting it from the multiple challenges people encounter.
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“If you’ve been experiencing regular winter issues, sleep loss, increased gas, bloating, hair fall, dandruff, dry skin, and cracked heels, then I have the perfect recipe for you,” said Diwekar, before sharing some influential seasonal foods that you must try in the ongoing winter.
Bajra (Pearl Millet)
First up, Diwekar suggested incorporating pearl millet in your dietary routines and highlighted its benefits. “Bajra is the millet of the winters. You can roll it into a roti, make laddus, or cook it into a rub; it’s delicious. It’s great for your bones and your brain, and it will help arrest hair fall quickly,” she said. “If you’ve been running low on haemoglobin or feeling a bit low on energy, bajra is perfect for you.”
Unia
Kareena’s nutritionist then advised consuming Unia, a seasonal vegetable medley commonly made in regions of Mumbai, Gujarat, and Maharashtra. “It’s a mix of tender pulses, wild and uncultivated vegetables, and root veggies. This is a must-have in winters,” she said. “Try to include it at least once a fortnight. It’s the ultimate prebiotic, a tradition passed down by our grandmothers in the form of this wholesome winter recipe. If you don’t have unia in your region, any medley of tender pulses, root veggies, and wild vegetables will do.”
Dry Coconut
Hailing it as a significant energy booster, the experienced nutritionist also listed dry coconut as an effective natural remedy for winter woes. “If you’ve been feeling lazy or finding it hard to get out of your rajai for a workout, this is the energy boost you need, not another caffeine drink,” Diwekar said.
“Dry coconut is packed with medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), the healthy fats that give you energy, help burn stubborn fat, smooth your skin, and leave you feeling calm and content. Make sure to include it this winter,” she shares
“These three foods are simple, traditional, and seasonal ways to stay healthy, energised, and glowing all winter long. Incorporate them into your diet and feel the difference,” she concluded
