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Fighting the chill with nutrition: Advantages of diet and seasonal fruit intake

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Fighting the chill with nutrition: Advantages of diet and seasonal fruit intake

As the chilly winds of winter embrace us, our dietary needs require changes to adapt to the colder weather. The cold weather reduces outdoor activity, and the prevalence of cold and flu and skin dryness can have a detrimental effect on one’s health. To address these issues and maintain optimal health during the winter season, it is essential to maintain a balanced diet and incorporate seasonal fruits into one's diet. Seasonal fruits improve our metabolism, digestion, immunity, and overall health during the winter season.


 In the winter season, inadequate dietary intake can lead to various health problems, including cardiovascular diseases (CVD) like hypertension, angina, and arrhythmia, gastrointestinal infections like constipation, abdominal discomfort, lower abdominal infections, depression, anxiety,  as well as respiratory conditions like asthma and bronchitis, in addition to joint pain and other issues.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) reported that consuming an appropriate amount of fruit and vegetables daily (at least 400 g) can help reduce the risk of non-communicable diseases and provide sufficient amounts of dietary fibre.

According to experts, fruits such as apples, kiwis, and amla have anti-oxidative properties and are abundant in vitamin C. Vegetables such as broccoli, spinach, and sweet potatoes, as well as ginger, are also beneficial for increasing immunity during the winter season.

 Speaking to the Drug Today Medical Times, Dr Anand Sapre, a senior surgeon at Sumati Memorial Hospital, said, "It is important to maintain a balanced diet during the winter season, as our body needs additional support to overcome the problems related to the cold weather. A balanced diet typically consists of a variety of foods that are rich in carbohydrates, fibres, vitamins, minerals, protein, and fats. Including green vegetables like spinach, beetroot, tomatoes, corn, carrots, sprouts, cereals, and cereal products like Dalia, rawa, bajra, jowar, etc. in daily diet plans can help boost immunity and combat the health issues associated with winter."

 An Ayurvedic healthcare professional on the condition of anonymity said, "Citrus fruits and berries such as oranges, grapes, lemons, and amla are the healthiest winter fruits. Fruits high in vitamin C have antioxidant, antimicrobial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, and cardioprotective properties." 

A study published in the Iranian Journal of Public Health also demonstrated the positive effects of fruits and vegetables on human health. Fruits and vegetables have been proposed as a potential factor in the prevention of osteoporosis in adults, primarily due to their high levels of calcium and vitamins, which are essential for bone health. Additionally, a higher intake of fruit and vegetables lowers the risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and respiratory symptoms. 

 Fruits and vegetables that are available during the colder months offer a unique blend of vitamins, antioxidants, and other beneficial nutrients, making them an essential component of any winter diet. These fruits and vegetables can help to prevent diseases, maintain energy, and improve immunity. Therefore, it is important to recognise the benefits of a well-balanced diet and to appreciate the advantages the seasonal winter fruits and vegetables provide for one's health and well-being.



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