By Niveditha Kalyanaraman
October 28th, 2023
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Winter has arrived and the chilling weather can only be beaten by consuming warm and tasty foods. These four months starting from November and ending with February are indeed the coldest months of the whole year. While you enjoy the chilly breeze, it is equally important to keep yourself protected in this cold weather. Here are 7 foods to keep your body warm in winter.
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Dry fruits are considered as one of the best foods to be consumed in the winter months. Dry fruits such as apricots, dried figs, dates, almonds, and cashews will give you warmth and also enhance your immunity to fight against the diseases and warmth.
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It helps in improving your digestion and also keeps you warm during the cold winters. It also has numerous health benefits such as it cures constipation, boosts metabolism. It can be consumed in a small amount after having food.
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Cinnamon is full of antioxidants, has anti-inflammatory properties. It also aids in reducing the risk of heart diseases and lowers blood sugar levels in your body. It enhances the body's metabolism and thus helps in keeping you warm in harsh chilly weathers.
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Sesame seeds are great for keeping your body warm in winters. They are consumed in different forms like halwas and chikkis. These tiny seeds are filled with calcium and iron. You can consume sesame seeds by making ladoos of jaggery and sesame seeds.
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A bowl of hot soup is delicious for your taste buds as well as soothing for your body. You can prepare a tasty bowl of hot soup on a chilly winter evening by taking a vegetable of your choice. It will provide you with quick relaxation and warmth on a cold day.
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Root vegetables such as turnip, radish, sweet potatoes are the delights of the winter season. These vegetables also provide the much-needed energy and also keep the body warmth intact.
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Onions have been used as a 'Chi' or an 'energizing tonic' in traditional Chinese medicine as they keep your body warm to beat the cold weather. You can add them to your daily meals or in a soup, or a salad, etc.
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