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5 Food Options to Try Out this Winter that will Keep You Warm and Cozy
Desi Ghee - It is packed with vitamin A and omega-3 fatty acids, which support digestion, enhance vision, strengthen muscles, and aid in eliminating toxins from the body. Ghee also helps prevent dryness of skin, soothes roughness, and keeps the skin soft and hydrated.
Spices - Spices like Ginger, Mulethi, Tulsi, and turmeric are highly anti-inflammatory. Add these to your soups and curries to give it a distinct warm flavor during cold weather.
Eggs and Chicken - Meat and eggs are the best diet for non-vegetarians to stay warm. Moreover, red meat is a good source of protein and iron, and beneficial for people with low iron levels, who tend to get cold hands and feet during winter.
Dry Fruits - Almonds, walnuts, cashews, pistachios, sesame, and sunflower seeds are nutrient-rich and high in healthy fats and antioxidants, which help you to stay warmer for longer. They also provide a good source of energy.
Root Vegetables - Dark green and root vegetables like sweet potatoes, spinach, carrots, parsnips, and turnips are rich in carbohydrates and a good energy source to keep you warmer for a long day.