Gorging on sumptuous delicacies while watching our favourite series/movie in an air-conditioned room during the COVID-19 lockdown and not gaining a pound is a dream for so many of us. However, you cannot always eat unhealthy food only because it is okay to get out of shape and not exercise as you are stuck home.

Here are a few dishes that will help you satiate your cravings without burdening you with weight gain and lifting your mood.

1. Nuts :

Nuts are great to keep your cholestrol levels in check.

Nuts are a healthy food option that are densely packed with fibre, proteins and healthy carbs. They make a good snack if you are willing to maintain your shape. For long term benefits, it is advisable to munch on nuts rich in omega-3 fatty acids such as walnuts and almonds.

2. Fish : 

Did you know fish helps fight depression?

Well, fish is definitely  a tasty and healthy alternative to junk food and according to the American Journal Of Healthy Nutrition, fish helps patients fight depression. It is a part of several international diets a 3-ounce serving for 2-3 times a week is advisable for good health.

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3. Hot Cocoa:

Hot chocolate is  everyone’s all time favourite spirit booster.

The Journal of Psychopharmacology says that hot cocoa has time and again proven to have health benefits and in a research conducted on common man, it proved to have mood and cognitive benefits on those who consumed it regularly for a month.

Chocolate contains polyphenols which are said to lift the spirits immediately. If taken without high-calorie sugar, hot chocolate can be a great food for better health.

4. Vegetables :

Like it or not, veggies are must for better health.

Try replacing pizza with healthy vegetables for a week and you will see the difference. Research says that vegetables are a great cure for depression and believe or not, trying eating an orange carrot whenever you are blue and see the weariness go away.

It is said that a variety of vitamins and minerals in vegetables can help fight mental illness. Eat 2-3 cups of vegetables daily for a better state of mind.

5. Fruits: 

Fruits are a great alternative to keep you in shape this winter.

Well, just like vegetables, fruits are also said to have the same effect on a person’s mental health. Fruits are rich in vitamins, minerals and micro nutrients and a great way to keep your stomach full for a longer period of time. They can help to combat food cravings and satisfy your sweet tooth. A minimum of 2 cups is recommended for daily consumption for better health.