Diet Plan As Per Indian Food Habits

Understanding the basics of diet before dieting –

It is never a bad idea to open your mind to accept a new habit, but to adapt blindly without giving a second thought is!

Indian society is influenced by western culture in every manner, and food habits are not far behind.

In the midst of it all, what we tend to forget is understand where to draw the line. Feasting upon a cuisine on a particular occasion and making it a part of your daily routine are two completely different processes.

Every individual has a different set of body type that is heavily dependent on the geography and genetics of that individual. The diet that helped your neighbor lost weight may even harm your body type on a longer run, let alone a diet plan of a foreigner.

 

It is explained in the Healthcrum webinar by Ms Preeti Kumari.

 

India has a rich history of vibrant spices, nourishing herbs, and fresh fruits and vegetables. An Indian diet already offers a variety of nutritious food in terms of protein, fiber, good carbs, healthy fat, and dairy items.

Having said that, excess of everything is terrible. Before practicing any diet plan, one must consider these essential points.

 

• Basal Metabolic Rate of the individual.
• Calories intake as per height, weight, age, and metabolic rate of the individual.
• Allergies if any.

 

Necessary generic ingredients to include in your diet –

 

• Fruits – Any seasonal fruits can be included in your meal, especially in breakfast.

 

 

• Vegetables – Aside from cooked vegetables, the intake of raw veggies as a salad in the morning can help aide fatigue.
  

 

 

• Nuts and seeds – Nuts and seeds are a vibrant and smooth source of protein, healthy fats, fibers, vitamins, and more.
  

 

 

• Legumes – Legumes are typically low in cholesterol, contain no fat, and are a good source of potassium, iron, and magnesium.
  

 

 

• Whole grains – Grains are rich sources of many nutrients, including fiber, vitamin B, and minerals like iron, magnesium, and selenium. Regular consumption of the same can lower the risk of many chronic diseases.
  

 

 

• Healthy fats – Not all fat is bad for health. Good fat such as coconut milk, avocado, coconut oil, mustard oil, olive oil, peanut oil, sesame oil, home-made ghee can be added to your diet.
  

 

 

• Water – Consumption of 2 to 3 lit of water every day is the basic requirement for a healthy body.
  

 

 

In short, the above mentioned dietary plan is only suited to a certain section of the society that is free from any lifestyle or otherwise diseases. Thus, it is essential to consult a nutritionist or a specialty doctor for cases such as diabetes, thyroid, etc.