This Diwali, let’s celebrate with foods that not only taste great but also boost your mood!

Diwali is just around the corner, and we know you’ve already started planning for the celebrations- especially the food! But with the excitement, there’s a growing concern in the country. Increased sweets and junk food intake during Diwali leads to mental and physical stress, weight gain, and cholesterol spikes.

Some facts to share:

-Sugar consumption during Diwali 2023 hit an all-time high, soaring by 32%.
-Men craved more, with a 38% increase in sugar intake, compared to 25% in women.
-This excess sugar consumption and lack of exercise caused men to gain an average of 1.7 kg, while women gained 1.28 kg- all in just one week.

Here are 4 mood-boosting foods to keep you energized, fat-free and stress-free during the festivities:

-Dark Chocolate – For the endorphins. But don’t eat too much as it can be addictive.
-Almonds – Combat stress with this magnesium-rich snack.
-Saffron – A pinch of this golden spice can uplift your spirits!
-Bananas – Nature’s serotonin booster.

Quick Tips To Help You Look Your Best This Diwali and get that extra glow!
– Drink 10 glasses of water in a day.
– Include any two seasonal fruits.
– Light dinner before 8pm
– Incorporate leafy greens in diet everyday
– the ABC juice Apple, Beetroot Carrot everyday
Stay healthy, happy, positive, eat sweets but burn them by exercising this Diwali to look your best!