Stay Warm and Healthy: 10 Best Winter Foods

Arundhati Nautiyal

Soup (spinach, peas or tomatoes)

Soups made with fresh vegetables in winter are ideal for warming up the body. Spinach, peas or tomato soup are rich in vitamins

Carrot

Carrots are especially available in winters and are rich in beta-carotene, fiber and antioxidants, which help strengthen the immune system

Garlic

Garlic has antibiotic properties, which help in preventing flu and colds in winter. You can put it in various dishes

Nuts (almonds, walnuts)

In winter, nuts like almonds, walnuts and cashews help to keep the body warm. They are a source of good fats and proteins

Mustard greens and makki ki roti

It is a traditional winter food that is not only tasty but also nutritious. Mustard greens are a good source of iron and fibre

Pumpkin Seeds

Pumpkin seeds contain zinc, magnesium and omega-3 fatty acids, which help to keep the body warm from inside in winter

Winter fruits (orange, seasonal, gooseberry)

In winter, fresh fruits such as oranges, limes and amla are rich in vitamin C, which helps boost the immune system

Barley

Barley is rich in fiber and protein, which keeps the body warm and full of energy in winter

Jaggery and sesame seeds

Eating jaggery and sesame seeds in winter is very beneficial for health. It keeps the body warm from the inside