The countdown to Diwali has begun, and after two years of Covid restrictions, people are excited to celebrate the celebration with all of their loved ones. While it is the ideal time to attend several get-togethers and eat to one's heart's content, it is also critical to choose festive food with caution if one wants to avoid health problems and unexpected weight gain. The good news is that there is no shortage of healthy Indian sweets that can be consumed without feeling guilty. Sugar and maida are two components that might induce inflammation in the body, increasing your risk of developing chronic diseases. Enjoy high-protein, high-fibre mithais, and sweeten your Diwali treats with natural alternatives. Also, never overdo it. Everything should be consumed in moderation.
Who can resist sweets when the holiday season arrives? However, the struggle between sticking to your fitness goals and enjoying a little fun can depress your mood. But not if you choose the proper kind of sweets and stick to meal planning guidelines. You may still have fun without going crazy this way. The fundamental issue is that most sweets include a lot of sugar and maida, are high in simple carbohydrates, and have a high glycemic index. Here's how to stay mindful and choose the perfect treats.
Eat Fibre-Rich Sweets
Millets and besan are both high in fibre. Besan ladoo with ragi sweets and atta ladoo Besan contains the most fibre, followed by ragi and atta. Having fibre-rich sweets will keep you filled longer than other sweets, minimising your overall sweet intake during the festival.
Choose Sweets With Natural Sugar
Fresh dates are safe to eat in moderation since they include fructose and fibre, which are healthier than artificial sweeteners. Recent studies have also shown artificial sweeteners to be rather unhealthy, therefore it is preferable to stay away from them and choose treats that contain natural sugar instead.
Opt For Sweets With A Milk Base
Milk contains both protein and fat. Even if the sweets are made with cream, the glycemic index will be lower. So choose chena (milk protein) over rasmalai (milk fat) and cookies or cakes that contain both sugar and maida. Chena contains the highest protein, followed by rasmalai and then cookies.
Moderation Is The Most Important Aspect
Eating in small quantities is the most crucial aspect as it determines how much sugar, maida, and other components you are ingesting. You can have your favourite sweets but only in moderation as overdoing it will take you far from your health goals and may cause serious problems later. Therefore, it is always advised to pick healthy sweets and consume them in moderation.
