Hello everyone, hope all of you are doing good and are keeping healthy and happy. Healthy and nutritious snacks are an integral part of any weight loss plan. These can help you stay full and limit your cravings for unhealthy food. It is important that you keep some of these healthy snacks in your kitchen. All these snacks require zero or minimal cooking so these are best for those who rely on ready to eat food to lose weight
Fresh Fruits
- Fresh fruits are great for daily detoxification
- These are very good for your digestive system as well
- Gives instant energy
- They boost immunity and metabolism
- Fruits are loaded with all essential nutrients
- They enhance your mood
- Calories : 70-100
- Serving size : 80-100 grams
Seasonal Vegetables
- Raw or slightly cooked
- These are high in fibre
- Low in calories
- These help keep you full
- Vegetables are high in vitamins and minerals
- Rich in antioxidants
- Good for skin and hair
- Good for bone health and digestive health
- Calories : 15-45
- Serving : 80-100 grams
- Best time : 1000-2000 hours
Nuts and Seeds
- These are rich in healthy fat and are an excellent source of omega 3 fatty acids
- High in protein
- Rich in fiber and antioxidants
- Good for heart health
- These help prevent anemia
- Good for bone health
- Prevents inflammation and indigestion
- Nuts and seeds are power house of nutrients
- Calories : 120-160
- Serving size : 20-30 grams
- Best time : morning / bedtime
Homemade Pinni / Panjiri
- These have warming properties
- Gives opportunity to combine many healthy ingredients
- Loaded with nutrients
- Gives energy and boosts immunity
- Rich in healthy fat
- Good for skin and hair
- Great for joint health
- Boosts immunity and is filling
- Amazing for digestive health
- Calories : 90-140
- Serving size : 25-30 grams
- Best time as evening snack
Jaggery and chana
- Helps treat respiratory disorders
- Loaded with antioxidants
- Great source of iron
- Improves blood circulation
- High in protein
- Good for brain and metabolism
- Gives you instant energy
- Prevents constipation
- Improves heart health
- Calories : 87-140
- Serving size : 25-35 grams
- This is a any time snack
Phool Makhana
- High in calcium and iron
- Rich in antioxidants
- Improves hormonal balance in the body
- Is very good for digestive system
- Has anto ageing properties
- Low in calories, high in fiber and protein
- Reduces stress and insomnia
- Improves female fertility
- Calories : 92-95
- Recommended serving : 30 grams
Puffed and Pressed Grains
- Light on stomach
- Low in calories yet filling
- Low in fat
- High in vitamins and minerals
- Great for busy people
- Adds variety to diet
Sweet Potato
- Minimises sugar absorption in the body
- Rich source of iron, magnesium, potassium and vitamin D
- Improves digestion
- Boosts immunity
- Is very good for eyes and bones
- Prevents dehydration
- Enhances brain functioning
- High in antioxidants
- Calories : 30
- Serving size : 35-40 grams
- Best time : morning / evenings
Sprouts
- High in protein
- Remedy for anemia
- High in fiber and is a power house for enzymes
- Improves digestion
- Great for weight loss and management
- Improves blood circulation
- Good for heart and bones
- Calories : 72
- Serving size : 25 grams
Eggs, Panner or Tofu
- These are high protein options for those who indulge in heavy workout or strength training
- Meant for people who are generally more active
- One egg : 75 calories and 7 grams protein
- Panner, 20-30 grams : 87 calories and 6 grams protein
- Tofu 20-30 grams : 25 calories, 3.5 grams protein
Fennel Seeds
- Chew on sounf whenever you’re feeling hungry
- These are highly nutritious and very good for the digestive system
- 1-2 tsp per day
- Roast it slightly before storing