Healthy living on Valentine’s Day
Want to nibble on something more nutritious on 14 February? Read on.
February is the month of love and instead of the usual (and slightly boring by now) favourites such as flowers, chocolates and soft toys, why don’t you consider giving a gift that will really last… healthwise.
Nutritious food not only looks good and tastes delicious, but it will also ensure that you and your loved one are in it for the long run, giving you all the energy you need for living and loving with longevity. Consider taking dried fruit and nuts as your partner-in-love this year to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
Take a look at some of these good food suggestions from Montegu. which is perfect for Valentine’s Day and every day after that:
Mad about nuts
Nuts are more than merely a tasty snack: they fill you up when you’re hungry, pack a powerful punch of vitamins and minerals and help you keep weight off by steering clear of less healthy snacks.
Brazil nuts contain huge amounts of selenium, a mineral that boosts the immune system and helps the thyroid gland. Another great thing about nuts is that they’re the opposite of “empty calories.” So grab some cashews, pecans, almonds or mixed nuts, add dried fruit and you’ve got the perfect sweet-and-salty snack.
Oh, honey!
There’s more to honey than using it to sweeten your time or a quick sandwich filling. Honey, when used properly, or in combination with other types of foods, might promote the growth and regeneration of body tissue and strengthen a healthy physical body. It contains numerous substances such as zinc, and vitamin E, which promotes reproductive health.
Roses are red…
And so are strawberries and cranberries and guavas. Red is not only sexy and slinky, but these red foods are delicious and really good for you and the love of your life. Remember not to underestimate the love powers of strawberries dipped in chocolate or strawberries and cream! Guavas not only contain about four times more vitamin C per fruit than an
orange, but are also rich in dietary fibre and contain folic acid and other essential nutrients.
Dried cranberries are filled with fibre and antioxidants and contain no cholesterol, saturated or trans fats.This Valentine’s Day does not have to be all about chocolates and sweets. You can have it all by choosing the healthier path.
Tell the News what you plan to snack on this V-day in the comments section below? We would love to hear from you!
