A bride to be always has a concern to look slim and radiant on her D day. But experts suggests that they should stress on her immunity too as they have to go through all the shopping days. Sonia Narang, nutrition expert, Oriflame India, points out some superfoods that can help achieve good health with glowing complexion.
n Vitamin C rich food: Vitamin C helps boost immunity. The antioxidant properties of Vitamin C and its role in collagen synthesis makes it a vital molecule for skin health. It also helps prevent and treat UV induced photodamage. Vitamin C improves the absorption of Iron from plant based foods and hence strengthens the immune system. Drinking a glass of lemon water in the morning as the first thing should be a daily ritual.
Orange, kiwi, pomegranate and guava are goodsource of Vitamin C.n Sprouts: Sprouts are the powerhouse of the nutrients. It has loads of B Complex Vitamin, Vitamin C and fibre. When the grain is soaked in water and given some time to allow it to germinate thats where it gets its sprout. The process enlivens the grain (seed). So eating a live seed definitely gives you better nutrition. Opt for moong, kalachanna, moth, barley and Alfa for sprouting. Steam them a little, add to the salads.
n Vegetable juice: Drink a glass of vegetable juice every day. Add a rainbow of vegetables in it. Its rich in antioxidants. It makes the system alkaline and gives a dewy complexion. The greener the juice the better it is as it is rich in chlorophyll, a component that helps increase the hemoglobin too.
n Seeds: All seeds should be a vital part of our diet. Seeds are high in fiber, Vitamin E and mono-unsaturated fats, zinc, minerals, B6 and folate that can keep our heart healthy, bodies disease free and skin glowing. The seeds have myriad health benefits. They make for a great to-go snack when you are out shopping.They can be eaten as a pre workout too.
n Green tea: It is again rich in antioxidants and iso-flavonoids. They bond with the free radicals in the body and helps throw them out of the system. Drink two-three cups daily. Infuse it in water of different herbs/condiments/flowers.
n Vitamin A rich food: These are the precursor of Retinol-A, a skin friendly vitamin. It promotes good digestion also as rich in fiber and hence work as a laxative. These are low in calories' hence takes care of the weight too.
n Omega 3 rich food: Consume cold water fatty fish thrice a week. Eat two-three walnuts daily. Omega 3 gives good skin, shining hair, promotes anti-ageing, reduces belly fat, sets metabolism high, boosts memory and immunity. The list of the benefits is endless. Make it a mandatory part of your dietary regime.
n Vitamin C rich food: Vitamin C helps boost immunity. The antioxidant properties of Vitamin C and its role in collagen synthesis makes it a vital molecule for skin health. It also helps prevent and treat UV induced photodamage. Vitamin C improves the absorption of Iron from plant based foods and hence strengthens the immune system. Drinking a glass of lemon water in the morning as the first thing should be a daily ritual.
Orange, kiwi, pomegranate and guava are goodsource of Vitamin C.n Sprouts: Sprouts are the powerhouse of the nutrients. It has loads of B Complex Vitamin, Vitamin C and fibre. When the grain is soaked in water and given some time to allow it to germinate thats where it gets its sprout. The process enlivens the grain (seed). So eating a live seed definitely gives you better nutrition. Opt for moong, kalachanna, moth, barley and Alfa for sprouting. Steam them a little, add to the salads.
n Vegetable juice: Drink a glass of vegetable juice every day. Add a rainbow of vegetables in it. Its rich in antioxidants. It makes the system alkaline and gives a dewy complexion. The greener the juice the better it is as it is rich in chlorophyll, a component that helps increase the hemoglobin too.
n Seeds: All seeds should be a vital part of our diet. Seeds are high in fiber, Vitamin E and mono-unsaturated fats, zinc, minerals, B6 and folate that can keep our heart healthy, bodies disease free and skin glowing. The seeds have myriad health benefits. They make for a great to-go snack when you are out shopping.They can be eaten as a pre workout too.
n Green tea: It is again rich in antioxidants and iso-flavonoids. They bond with the free radicals in the body and helps throw them out of the system. Drink two-three cups daily. Infuse it in water of different herbs/condiments/flowers.
n Vitamin A rich food: These are the precursor of Retinol-A, a skin friendly vitamin. It promotes good digestion also as rich in fiber and hence work as a laxative. These are low in calories' hence takes care of the weight too.
n Omega 3 rich food: Consume cold water fatty fish thrice a week. Eat two-three walnuts daily. Omega 3 gives good skin, shining hair, promotes anti-ageing, reduces belly fat, sets metabolism high, boosts memory and immunity. The list of the benefits is endless. Make it a mandatory part of your dietary regime.
A bride to be always has a concern to look slim and radiant on her D day. But experts suggests that they should stress on her immunity too as they have to go through all the shopping days. Sonia Narang, nutrition expert, Oriflame India, points out some superfoods that can help achieve good health with glowing complexion.
n Vitamin C rich food: Vitamin C helps boost immunity. The antioxidant properties of Vitamin C and its role in collagen synthesis makes it a vital molecule for skin health. It also helps prevent and treat UV induced photodamage. Vitamin C improves the absorption of Iron from plant based foods and hence strengthens the immune system. Drinking a glass of lemon water in the morning as the first thing should be a daily ritual.
Orange, kiwi, pomegranate and guava are goodsource of Vitamin C.n Sprouts: Sprouts are the powerhouse of the nutrients. It has loads of B Complex Vitamin, Vitamin C and fibre. When the grain is soaked in water and given some time to allow it to germinate that's where it gets its sprout. The process enlivens the grain (seed). So eating a live seed definitely gives you better nutrition. Opt for moong, kalachanna, moth, barley and Alfa for sprouting. Steam them a little, add to the salads.
n Vegetable juice: Drink a glass of vegetable juice every day. Add a rainbow of vegetables in it. It's rich in antioxidants. It makes the system alkaline and gives a dewy complexion. The greener the juice the better it is as it is rich in chlorophyll, a component that helps increase the hemoglobin too.
n Seeds: All seeds should be a vital part of our diet. Seeds are high in fiber, Vitamin E and mono-unsaturated fats, zinc, minerals, B6 and folate that can keep our heart healthy, bodies disease free and skin glowing. The seeds have myriad health benefits. They make for a great to-go snack when you are out shopping.They can be eaten as a pre workout too.
n Green tea: It is again rich in antioxidants and iso-flavonoids. They bond with the free radicals in the body and helps throw them out of the system. Drink two-three cups daily. Infuse it in water of different herbs/condiments/flowers.
n Vitamin A rich food: These are the precursor of Retinol-A, a skin friendly vitamin. It promotes good digestion also as rich in fiber and hence work as a laxative. These are low in calories’ hence takes care of the weight too.
n Omega 3 rich food: Consume cold water fatty fish thrice a week. Eat two-three walnuts daily. Omega 3 gives good skin, shining hair, promotes anti-ageing, reduces belly fat, sets metabolism high, boosts memory and immunity. The list of the benefits is endless. Make it a mandatory part of your dietary regime.
n Vitamin C rich food: Vitamin C helps boost immunity. The antioxidant properties of Vitamin C and its role in collagen synthesis makes it a vital molecule for skin health. It also helps prevent and treat UV induced photodamage. Vitamin C improves the absorption of Iron from plant based foods and hence strengthens the immune system. Drinking a glass of lemon water in the morning as the first thing should be a daily ritual.
Orange, kiwi, pomegranate and guava are goodsource of Vitamin C.n Sprouts: Sprouts are the powerhouse of the nutrients. It has loads of B Complex Vitamin, Vitamin C and fibre. When the grain is soaked in water and given some time to allow it to germinate that's where it gets its sprout. The process enlivens the grain (seed). So eating a live seed definitely gives you better nutrition. Opt for moong, kalachanna, moth, barley and Alfa for sprouting. Steam them a little, add to the salads.
n Vegetable juice: Drink a glass of vegetable juice every day. Add a rainbow of vegetables in it. It's rich in antioxidants. It makes the system alkaline and gives a dewy complexion. The greener the juice the better it is as it is rich in chlorophyll, a component that helps increase the hemoglobin too.
n Seeds: All seeds should be a vital part of our diet. Seeds are high in fiber, Vitamin E and mono-unsaturated fats, zinc, minerals, B6 and folate that can keep our heart healthy, bodies disease free and skin glowing. The seeds have myriad health benefits. They make for a great to-go snack when you are out shopping.They can be eaten as a pre workout too.
n Green tea: It is again rich in antioxidants and iso-flavonoids. They bond with the free radicals in the body and helps throw them out of the system. Drink two-three cups daily. Infuse it in water of different herbs/condiments/flowers.
n Vitamin A rich food: These are the precursor of Retinol-A, a skin friendly vitamin. It promotes good digestion also as rich in fiber and hence work as a laxative. These are low in calories’ hence takes care of the weight too.
n Omega 3 rich food: Consume cold water fatty fish thrice a week. Eat two-three walnuts daily. Omega 3 gives good skin, shining hair, promotes anti-ageing, reduces belly fat, sets metabolism high, boosts memory and immunity. The list of the benefits is endless. Make it a mandatory part of your dietary regime.