Winter and winter enjoyment go hand in hand. This season brings a variety of dishes to eat. From chikkis and gond ke ladoos to gajar ka halwa and lapsi – there are so many options, leaving us spoiled for choices. But have you ever wondered why we consume these things in winters? Is it just about the availability and accessibility of content? We don’t think so! In fact, if you look at the ingredients (used to make dishes), you’ll find that dishes are much more than just delicious. Each of these winter specials is made with ingredients that help nourish you from within during the season. Take gum laddus for example. Here we use gond (edible gum), dry fruits and many other ingredients which help us to keep warm from within and fight the cold weather outside. Then we have laddus, til barfi, til chikki and many more. Sesame (or sesame) is a common ingredient in our pantry. It has a unique nutty flavor and texture that adds a unique flavor to your palate. We use it extensively to garnish salads, make thick gravy and of course, to make delicious sweet dishes.
Considered a superfood, sesame seeds are a storehouse of nutrients. It is rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids and healthy fats like omega-6, dietary fiber, zinc, iron, calcium, magnesium, vitamin E and more. The rich nutrient-profile adds to the popularity of sesame seeds, which help keep you warm during the winter season.
5 reasons to include til (sesame) in winter diet:
1. Boost Energy
As discussed earlier, sesame is a storehouse of healthy fats, which are known to give you energy and warmth to give you relief from the winter chill.
2. Boost Digestion
The winter season brings along many stomach related problems – one of them being indigestion and acidity. This is where it comes to the rescue. According to experts, the oil found in sesame is known to lubricate your intestines, while the fiber present in it helps promote healthy digestion and smooth bowel movements.
3. Increase Immunity
Sesame seeds are loaded with several essential vitamins and minerals that are known to boost immunity. It further helps to nourish us from within and prevent seasonal diseases.
4. Promote Skin Health
Sesame oil is rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that are known to restore skin health and provide youthful skin. It also helps in preventing our skin from drying out during winters.
5. Promote Bone Health
Colds often bring problems related to bones and joints. It is said that the calcium in sesame seeds helps fight issues and reduce inflammation.
Now that you understand the properties of sesame seeds, you must be wondering how to include it in your daily diet. So, here we bring you a list of our favorite sesame based recipes. click here for recipes.
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