Keep a check on ghee-laden sweets this festive season
Indulging in traditional sweets are integral to our festive celebrations. Sadly, most of them are high on calories and saturated fats that topple our dieting regime.
Signs of a little tummy, the weighing scale revealing a not-so-happy figure and acidity and indigestion are some of the after-effects. But the good news is that you may save yourself most of the trouble just by keeping a watch on what you eat.
Since most sweets are deep fried, they are high on calories. Swati Bhushan, a clinical nutritionist, said, “Avoid indulging in too many sweets and oily snacks as they can upset your digestion and might lead to hyper acidity.”
Bhushan advises that small amounts of high-calorie sweets and snacks can be an ideal solution, especially since we are tempted to gorge on them. She suggests replacing ghee and butter with refined oil.
“Go for steamed and roasted snacks and workout diligently. Even half an hour of brisk walking will ensure that you burn those extra calories,” she says.
Diwali delicacies made with nutritious ingredients not only keep your blood sugar levels stable, but also keep cholesterol problems at bay. Several Borivli-Virar residents say that it’s very difficult to resist sweets during this festvie and wedding period.
“In spite of being cautious about over-eating, we inevitably end up eating more than what is required,” says Anuja Karlekar.
Another resident Madhuri Somani who is also a nutritionist believes that traditional sweets like groundnut chikkis are a good option. “Choose sweets like rosogullas which are high on fat, but low on calories. Snacks like poha chivda cooked in little oil or simply roasted can be served,” she said.
She strongly recommends ditching traditional sweets for dry fruits like raisins, dates and anjeer for gift purposes.
Maintaining the balancing is crucial. “If you have indulged in excesses the previous night, try cutting down on a roti and working out on the following day,” Somani added.
So be a wise eater this Diwali. That way you wouldn’t be cursing your mirror image or crib about your bloated middle.
Indulging in traditional sweets are integral to our festive celebrations. Sadly, most of them are high on calories and saturated fats that topple our dieting regime.
Signs of a little tummy, the weighing scale revealing a not-so-happy figure and acidity and indigestion are some of the after-effects. But the good news is that you may save yourself most of the trouble just by keeping a watch on what you eat.
Since most sweets are deep fried, they are high on calories. Swati Bhushan, a clinical nutritionist, said, “Avoid indulging in too many sweets and oily snacks as they can upset your digestion and might lead to hyper acidity.”
Bhushan advises that small amounts of high-calorie sweets and snacks can be an ideal solution, especially since we are tempted to gorge on them. She suggests replacing ghee and butter with refined oil.
“Go for steamed and roasted snacks and workout diligently. Even half an hour of brisk walking will ensure that you burn those extra calories,” she says.
Diwali delicacies made with nutritious ingredients not only keep your blood sugar levels stable, but also keep cholesterol problems at bay. Several Borivli-Virar residents say that it’s very difficult to resist sweets during this festvie and wedding period.
“In spite of being cautious about over-eating, we inevitably end up eating more than what is required,” says Anuja Karlekar.
Another resident Madhuri Somani who is also a nutritionist believes that traditional sweets like groundnut chikkis are a good option. “Choose sweets like rosogullas which are high on fat, but low on calories. Snacks like poha chivda cooked in little oil or simply roasted can be served,” she said.
She strongly recommends ditching traditional sweets for dry fruits like raisins, dates and anjeer for gift purposes.
Maintaining the balancing is crucial. “If you have indulged in excesses the previous night, try cutting down on a roti and working out on the following day,” Somani added.
So be a wise eater this Diwali. That way you wouldn’t be cursing your mirror image or crib about your bloated middle.
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