How to reset your diet after Diwali
Subscribe to enjoy similar stories. Each year, Diwali comes with the sweet promise of indulging in our favourite foods, be it decadent mithai, savoury snacks or fantastic cocktails. After the fun of festivities, most of us struggle to return to healthier routines but it is possible to reset and ease into clean eating after days of bingeing.
The first rule of thumb is to not be too hard on yourself because festivals are meant to be enjoyed with friends and family. Mumbai-based nutritionist Suman Agarwal, founder of SelfCare by Suman, which offers tailor-made health programmes, says the most important thing is to be mindful of what you consume after the festivities and focus on foods that will help reset your gut. She suggests avoiding ordering in or eating out for the next few days.
“Stick to simple, home-cooked meals as this will help you stay on track," she says. “If those sugar cravings kick in, opt for one-two dried dates, almonds or walnuts, and chia seeds for fibre, which helps manage your cravings." Gauravi Vinay, a Bengaluru-based clinical nutritionist, says there is no need to take extreme steps such as fasting or over-exercising after the festive season. While it might seem like a good idea to jump on to a low-calorie diet almost immediately after Diwali, that won’t help.
Slowly returning to one’s routine is the best way forward, she says. Her suggestion: Skip oily and fried foods. Instead, opt for one-pot pulaos, khichdis and light soups.
“You can start with eating nutrient-dense, balanced, home-cooked meals that are high in fibre and protein," she says. For those returning to work, some healthy ideas for packed lunches that are also healthy and clean include paneer rolls, moong rolls or rajma rolls. “These
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