Digital Desk, New Delhi. Humans are becoming more aware of life, what they eat and how it affects them as the world becomes more health conscious. Every food has some inherent goodness, but some deliver it in great quantities. They contain so many nutrients that they almost function as a supplement. But, obviously, far better.
Check out these underrated items:
Fortified salt: Abruptly stopping the intake of salt in their diet unless indicated by their doctor is a bad idea. Instead one can switch to salt which is fortified with the right compounds. It can help contribute to the overall immunity in our body. Zinc also helps in faster healing of wounds and fights against respiratory infections.
Pumpkin seeds: Pumpkin seeds have a delicious nutty flavor and contain carotenoids, which help boost your immunity and keep your eyes super healthy.
Fox Nuts: These are a good source of protein and fiber, they are moderately high in calories. But since they are low GI (glycemic index) food, they get digested slowly in the body. These are gluten-free, and great for those who are gluten intolerant and pack in lots of anti-aging antioxidants as well.
Peanuts: There is no doubt that peanuts are an inexpensive source of good quality protein. Thirty grams give you about 160 calories and seven grams of protein, compared to almonds, which provide the same amount of calories and six grams of protein. By the way, peanuts are rich in resveratrol which also helps in reducing the risk of cancer and also delays aging.
Singhara: The first benefit of Singhara (water chestnut) is that they are free of fat, cholesterol and gluten, and are very low in sodium and calories and also have a good amount of fiber.
Sattu: Sattu (roasted gram flour) provides instant energy, and is an excellent source of vegetarian good quality protein (100 grams gives about 20 grams of protein).
Amla: Vitamin C is best for boosting immunity and keeping flu, cold and many other viruses away. And amla is the most concentrated plant source of vitamin C.