The food you eat affects your body. When the temperature falls, your metabolism tends to slow down in order to conserve energy and keep your body warm. This is probably the reason why you feel lethargic and lazy during winters. Some foods help in regulating your metabolism and keeping you active and energized through the day by warming your belly and providing comfort.
1. Eggs
Eggs
Eggs are in huge demand in winters because they are not just powerhouses of energy but are also filled with proteins and vitamins that help body fight infection in winters. They contain zinc, a mineral which has properties that help in overcoming common winter illnesses like the cold or flu.
2. Tulsi
Tulsi
Tulsi is rich in vitamin A, C, calcium, zinc and iron. It helps body fight cold borne diseases like cough, cold, sinusitis, pneumonia and all respiratory disease. It is also an antiseptic and anti malarial agent. Taken with pepper and honey in empty stomach, it is an excellent remedy for cough and cold.
3. Ashvagandha
Ashvagandha
Ashvagandha has rejuvenating effect on body. Due to its warm properties its consumption is recommended in winters. It’s a popular ingredient of Ayurvedic tonics, it promotes sleep, prevents water retention in body and improves immunity.
4. Nutmeg
Nutmeg
Nutmeg is the warmest of all spices. It’s mixed in mother’s milk and given to babies to keep them warm from within. It should be added in foods during winter season.
5. Mustard
Mustard
Mustard not only improves the metabolism rate, but also has anti bacterial, anti inflammatory and anti septic properties. It’s rich in micronutrients like selenium, magnesium, zinc, manganese, calcium and Omega 3 and is good for skin and hair. Mustard oil can be applied all over the body before taking a bath as a cure for dry chapped skin and it keeps your body warm.