Lifestyle Desk- Keeping distance from food and drinks during the festive season is no less than a challenge. Especially on the occasion of Diwali, various types of dishes, sweets and namkeens are prepared at home. At the same time, a series of feasts continue at the homes of friends and relatives. In such a situation, it becomes difficult to stop oneself from eating delicious food. Many times, for the sake of taste, people eat more than their appetite. This not only affects the digestion but also causes the worry of weight gain.
However, striking a balance between taste and health on Diwali is not at all difficult. For this, you do not need to stay away from your favorite dishes or completely stop eating sweets. Just have to be a little careful about the way and quantity of food. If you also want to enjoy your favorite dishes without any guilt this Diwali, then you can include these easy tips in your daily routine.
Don't make the mistake of being hungry before eating.
Often people do not eat anything throughout the day to eat lavishly during Diwali parties or feasts. They think that by doing this they will be able to eat more things in the party and the calorie balance will also be maintained. But this habit can backfire. Being hungry for a long time leads to excessive hunger and as soon as food comes in front of you, the person starts eating more than required.
To avoid this, eat food on time throughout the day. Do not skip breakfast and lunch at all. If you have to go to a party in the evening, then before that you can eat fruits, curd, salad or a handful of nuts. This will control your appetite and you will be able to choose your food wisely even in a party.
Take the food of your choice in a small plate
On Diwali, many types of dishes are kept on the dining table. In such a situation, people fill big plates to taste everything. Many times, even after the hunger is over, we keep eating the food kept in the plate to complete it. Due to this, more calories reach the body unknowingly than required. To change this habit, use a smaller plate. Eat small amounts of the dishes of your choice. With this you will be able to taste different things and will also have control over the quantity of food. If you like the taste of a dish, instead of trying it again immediately, wait for a while and see if you are really hungry.
Do not distance yourself from sweets, keep an eye on the quantity.
The relationship between Diwali and sweets is very old. There is a different pleasure in eating sweets like laddu, barfi, kaju katli, gulab jamun and rasgulla on this festival. But due to fear of gaining weight, many people give up sweets completely. At the same time, some people eat many sweets one after the other for the sake of taste. It is better to avoid both the situations. There is no need to completely remove sweets from your diet. Choose the sweet of your choice and enjoy it in small quantities. Instead of eating many types of sweets at once, give priority to one or two favorite options. Also, avoid eating sweets again and again after eating sweets. This will also give you the pleasure of taste and will also help you avoid consuming extra calories.
Make a habit of walking and drinking water after eating
During the festive season, it is important to take care of physical activities along with eating habits. Amidst Diwali preparations and parties, people often stop exercising. Many times, the daily routine gets disturbed due to staying awake till late night and eating heavy food. In such a situation, it can be difficult to control weight due to less body activity.
Therefore, even during festivals, take out some time every day for physical activities. After eating food, you can take a light walk for 10-15 minutes. Apart from this, keep drinking enough water throughout the day. Many times people mistake thirst for hunger and keep eating something unnecessarily. Drinking water keeps the body hydrated and also helps in digestion. However, avoid vigorous exercise immediately after meals.
Take care of health along with taste on Diwali
Diwali is a festival of happiness, togetherness and delicious food. In such a situation, it is not necessary to completely avoid eating your favorite things due to fear of gaining weight. All that is needed is a balanced diet and some caution. Pay attention to the quantity you eat, do not skip meals, enjoy sweets in moderation and do some physical activity daily.
Keep in mind that change in weight is not determined by just one day's eating habits, but long-term eating habits, physical activity, sleep and lifestyle contribute to it. So enjoy Diwali, but eat understanding your body's hunger and needs. In this way you will be able to enjoy the festival and also take care of your health.