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Top 10 healthiest foods during the cold season
Last reviewed: 01.07.2025
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With the onset of cold weather, the desire to be athletic and fit disappears somewhere, and we increasingly experience an irresistible desire to settle down on the sofa, under a warm blanket and drink a cup of hot tea with delicious cookies... This is where you need to stop. A sofa and a warm blanket are still okay, but you should not eat sweets, because the extra weight gained over the winter will not be easy to lose. To feel great even in the most cloudy weather, it is very important to include in your diet foods that the body especially needs during the period of cold weather and vitamin deficiency.
Apples
This is not only a dietary product, but also a way to cleanse the body of toxins and waste. They contain potassium, vitamin A, lutein and fiber. It is also very healthy and tasty to eat baked apples, which are rich in pectin.
Seeds
Sunflower, sesame and pumpkin. They are rich in minerals, potassium, vitamin E and fiber. According to research, pumpkin seeds can reduce the risk of depression and ease anxiety.
Oatmeal
An excellent source of dietary fiber. It is better to refuse "instant" cereals in bags and cook natural oatmeal in milk with the addition of dried fruits. In addition, oatmeal for breakfast will provide a feeling of satiety for a long time, which is important for those who are worried about their weight.
Chicken meat
Contains a large amount of protein and tryptophan, which helps produce serotonin. The main thing is to stick to the norm and not overeat.
Kiwi
It has a very rich composition of useful properties. It is enough to eat one piece a day to get a daily dose of ascorbic acid, which is so necessary during the cold season. Moreover, eating fresh fruits and vegetables in autumn and winter helps to maintain slimness.
Dried fruits
Prunes, dried apricots, pears, apples and raisins retain a full range of vitamins and minerals. It is very useful to eat them with honey so that the body can receive a full range of nutrients.
Almond
Tasty nuts are a great addition to tea, as well as a way to strengthen the immune system and protect the nervous system from stress.
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Persimmon
Contains pectin, a useful substance that helps normalize digestion. Sucrose and fructose, also included in this fruit, will help maintain the normal functioning of the cardiovascular system.
Sauerkraut
It will help the body cope with protein food and will be a wonderful side dish for meat dishes. The nicotinic acid contained in cabbage strengthens the legs and adds shine to the hair.
Pomegranate
Vitamin B1, contained in pomegranates, improves brain function and has a positive effect on the memorization process. Eating this bright fruit reduces cholesterol levels in the blood and improves vision.