SARA NUTRITION

EAT OR DELETE - AH CHOO!!! It doesn't matter whether you have been naughty or nice ­ sometimes winter can leave you out in the cold. In more ways than one. AH-CHOO. Even as science is discovering newer and faster cures for other, deadlier, diseases, there is no known cure for the humble common cold. The best way to combat the common cold is to prevent it from entering your system. And the only way you can do that is by building your immunity. Nutritionally, this can be done by just tweaking your diet so that your body can put up a fight. GET MORE PROTEIN Protein is one of the key building blocks for antibodies that help resist infection. Raise your intake of protein during seasons where you are prone to the `flu'. For vegetarians, good protein sources include dhal, soya bean, quinoa and tofu, and non vegetarians can incorporate more eggs, fish, chicken, seafood and lean white meats in their diet. GET MORE ZINC Minerals like selenium and zinc improve immunity.Whi...

WAYS TO AVOID FESTIVE BINGING   Festive seasons are all about food and during this time of the year, it does not take much to let your diet slip. Here are a few tips that will help you get a grip on your love-hate relationship with food. Keep your kitchen clean of junk food Make sure your kitchen has healthy snacks like carrots, fruits, veggies that you can stir fry in a jiffy when hungry and multi grain bread to make a quick sandwich with. Boost your metabolism Eat every three hours, so that your sugar levels remain normal and your body continues the metabolism process. Choose food wisely Don't get overwhelmed by the sheer number of choices on offer during festive times. Pick foods that are filling and comparatively healthier than the rest. When snacking, go for the spicy stuff Studies have found that spicy food can curb cravings and also encourage your metabolism to work better.