These food are some of the best to start your day for weight loss. When you wake up in the morning the internal organs and other bodily processes need time to kick start. Health experts advice that it is best to start your day with some warm water or a small snack to get the metabolism going. Here are some of the food / drinks that you can eat before your first meal. These food help improve your digestion and maximize absorption of some key ingredients in the body
Ghee in warm water
- Ghee enhances the absorption of nutrients in the small intestine
- Why is ghee useful
- It decreases the acidic pH of our gastro intestinal tract
- Cow’s ghee is a natural source of antioxidant
- The butyric acid and medium chain triglycerides in ghee help in mobilizing body fats
- It increases good cholesterol
- It naturally lubricates the joints and promotes the formation of lubricants in bone joints
- It acts as a natural moisturizer and helps the skin to glow from within
- The presence of omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids help lose body fat
- How to consume ghee
- In a glass of warm water, add 1 tsp desi cow ghee
- You may add pinch of turmeric to boost immunity, black pepper powder and Himalayan or rock salt
Fresh seasonal fruits
- Fruits like papaya, apple, watermelon and banana
- Eating fruit empty stomach is an excellent way to improve overall health
- Fruits are a excellent source of essential vitamins and minerals
- They are very high in fibre and water content
- Eating fresh seasonal fruits in the morning gives you instant energy, helps boost digestion and metabolism
- Avoid very citrus fruits and avoid juicing
Soaked nuts
- Almonds are a rich source of manganese, vitamin E, protein, fibre, omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids
- It helps improve brain health and digestion
- Always soak them overnight and then eat them in the morning after removing the skin
- Almonds peel contains tannin that prevents nutrients absorption
- Limit the consumption to 6-12 soaked almonds
Soaked raisins
- Soaked raisins have a high concentration of potassium, calcium and iron
- They help improve digestion and good for bone health
- Like almonds soak raisins in water overnight to increase the nutrient absorption
- They boost your energy in the morning and prepare you for the rest of the day
- Raisins can neutralize acids that have harmful effect on your body
- However, consume these in moderation
Other dry fruits
- Soaked fig, apricot, dates and prunes are excellent
- They have low glycemic index and are loaded with concentrated amount of essential vitamins and minerals
Healthy drinks
- Green drinks like wheat grass juice and barley juice are very good for consumption in the morning hours
- Amla and aloevera juice are equally good as well
Soaked methi dana
- Soaked methi dana is great for hormonal balance, PCOD, PCOS and has great laxative properties
Bitter ghee
- Tikta Chrita is translated as bitter ghee
- This ghee is infused with the most powerful bitter herbs that ayurveda has to offer
- This purifies blood, reduces heat, detoxs the liver and helps maintain hormonal balance
Honey warm water
- People with high blood sugar levels can add pinch of cinnamon in warm water