To achieve a good fitness regime and start losing weight there is a clear mantra, 70% diet and 30% exercise. It is essential to ditch junk food and processed food and add healthy snacks, fruits, steamed or boiled veggies and a balance of all nutrients.
Most people wanting to lose weight end up indulging in eating fried or sweets and lose track of their calorie count. The idea is not to punish oneself but substitute certain harmful food items with healthier but tasty options.
Here is a list of munchies you can try for a healthier diet and your cravings –
Makhana or foxnuts
Makhana or foxnuts are the new most sought after weight loss snacks. They are low in calories and mostly use very little oil and you can also have them roasted. They are rich in sodium and very easy to roast at home and carry to work. Since they are high in carbs, you must snack in moderation.
Roasted chana
Roasted chana or plain ones are an excellent low carb snack that many people swear by. It is easy to grab and also a great source of protein and fibre. The chana can replace fried food and chips and help lose weight.
Roasted seeds
You can pick a mix of seeds like pumpkin, sunflower, flax and so on and include them in your diet either direct intake or in oats, milk or cornflakes. You can also roast them in a pan and have them. They are a good source of Vitamins and proteins but the best way is to soak and eat them as they can increase cholesterol level.