By Adrija Dey
Published Aug 31, 2024

Hindustan Times
Lifestyle

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5 ways to sneak more nutrients into meals

A fast-paced lifestyle often makes you miss out on taking care the nutritional supplements. However, these nutrients are vital for your health. Here’s how you can easily sneak them into your regular meals.

Adding chia seeds, flax seeds and other super seeds to your breakfast oat meal or smoothie. This super seed strengthens and adds more value to your breakfast as you start your day. 

Avoid store-bought sauces, as they often contain preservatives. Instead, try preparing them at home for a healthier option.

Incorporate as many green, leafy vegetables into your meals as possible. They are a fantastic source of nutrients and provide comprehensive nutrition for your diet.

Yogurt contains probiotics that promote good gut health. Replacing mayonnaise with yogurt or using yogurt as a base for other fillings can be a healthier option.

Switch to brown bread, brown rice, and brown sugar as healthier alternatives to their white counterparts.