Tonight, satiate your hunger pangs with these nutritious snacks

 

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According to Batra, here are few foods that can help

Almonds

Almonds are a rich source of antioxidants, vitamin E, and magnesium, healthy fats, protein and fibre. Both protein and fibre are known to increase feelings of fullness. “Also, studies have found that consuming almonds reduced hunger and improved dietary vitamin E and monounsaturated fat,” she said.

Almonds are a great source of high quality fibre, proteins and healthy fats. “They are packed with B vitamins which helps the body to convert food into energy and rich in magnesium which helps fight muscle fatigue,” said Doli Baliyan, Clinical Head Dietician, Max Super Specialty Hospital, Dehradun.

Coconut

Coconut is a great snack that curbs those hunger pangs. The medium chain triglycerides (MCTs include capric, caprylic, caproic, and lauric acid) present in coconut are known to burn body fat faster and reduce appetite leading to a spontaneous decrease in calorie intake. Additionally, the high fibre content of coconut can boost fullness, which may help prevent overeating.

Packed with nutrients, almonds is rich in vitamin E (Source: Pixabay)

Chana sprouts

Chana sprouts are rich in protein and fibre that gives you a feeling of being full. Since protein takes longer to digest, it lowers hunger hormone levels, and potentially helps you eat less at your next meal. They are also rich in B-vitamins! One can also go in sattu made of roasted gram flour is extremally nutritious during these summer months, added Dt Ashish Rani, assistant manager (HOD) Nutrition and Dietetics, Aakash Healthcare, New Delhi.

Buttermilk

Try this when hungry and craving for a snack (Source: Getty/Thinkstock)

Buttermilk is a probiotic drink, high in whey protein and a great hydrator. “It is excellent for your appetite. Studies also suggest that the high calcium and protein contents of buttermilk influence appetite and energy intake,” said Batra.

Vegetable juice with flaxseeds

Vegetable juice is an easy way to get those antioxidants and fibre in your diet. It helps to keep you full and improves gut health. Add a dose of healthy fats with a tablespoon of roasted flaxseeds, she mentioned.

Dietitian Rani also picked steamed and cold savoury snacks like dhokla, khandvi, dahi vada as viable choices this summer as they are low in calories too!

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