In winter, when the thermometer drops below 0 degrees, the feeling of hunger is constantly present. This is not surprising - after all, hunger and cold are interconnected. What and how to eat in the cold season, in order to receive benefits and maintain a figure?
To keep warm, most people eat a lot of hearty, fatty foods. However, frequent consumption of such food can negatively affect the figure and health in general. There are several ways to fight hunger during the winter.
Breakfast
You need to have breakfast every day, despite the rush and lack of appetite. Otherwise, metabolic processes are disrupted in the body, which means that chronic fatigue, a feeling of dissatisfaction will appear, and irritability will increase. An ideal breakfast is oatmeal with nuts and dried fruits.
Hot soups
An irreplaceable dish at any time of the year. With the first courses, the body receives a lot of vitamins and minerals, which are found in cereals and vegetables. Plus, a large bowl of soup is much healthier than the smallest sandwich.
Seasonal root vegetables
Do not forget that carrots, beets, radishes, etc. retain useful substances and vitamins for a long time. The fiber they contain quickly satisfies hunger and keeps you feeling full for a long time. Vegetables can be boiled or steamed, although prolonged cooking should be avoided.
Sea fish
Sea fish contains a large amount of fatty acids, which are vital for the body in winter. Omega - acids stimulate the brain, strengthen the nervous system, and help fight depression.
Spices and condiments
When preparing food, do not forget about seasonings and spices: ginger, cloves, various types of pepper. Spicy and spicy food helps to invigorate and warm up. Ginger is a powerful immune-boosting agent and can be added to tea or first courses.
Warm water
Water is a good substitute for tea and coffee. Drinking often and plentifully has a beneficial effect on the condition of the skin, prevents it from drying out and perfectly cleanses the stomach.
Controlling your appetite is possible and necessary. To do this, you need to drink plain warm water, use nuts or foods rich in fiber for snacks, replace fast food with a whole grain bread sandwich with cheese.
