A cold winter is taking place across the country, especially in the northern regions, where heavy snowfall is occurring. During this time of dropping temperature, the body is susceptible to infections and diseases. Thankfully, we have a wide variety of seasonal fruits and vegetables during the winter. These are foods that contain many essential nutrients for cold weather. For example Berries or Indian Jujubes are among the delicious fruits available in winter. Also known as Bor, this unpretentious winter fruit actually has many health benefits. Renowned nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar took to Instagram to share a post about this powerhouse Indian superfood. Watch:
(Read more: 7 best winter fruits for immunity that you must stock up on this season)
“Are you eating bor/ber (jujube) this season,” she asked in the post’s caption. Calling it a seasonal and delicious Indian superfood, Rujuta Diwekar adds, “It’s rich in Vit C (richer than oranges), which kills dandruff and the secret behind glowing skin. Also great for sick children.”
Berries are truly one of the healthy and low-calorie fruits to consume during winter. Fiber-rich pleasure is enriched with Vitamin C. According to the USDA, a 100-gram serving of Berries can meet up to 115% of your daily Vitamin C requirement. Furthermore, Berries are enriched with antioxidants and can also help regulate blood pressure levels due to their high Potassium content.
Recently, celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar has also suggested seasonal sweet potatoes or Shakarkandhi sweet potatoes for party season. She revealed that it is rich in fiber and helps with digestive problems. Click here to read more about her post.
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