Kareena Kapoor Khan's nutritionist spills the secrets!

Sick of fat playing hideandseek with your body Enter the messiahs of the food world Indian Superfoods From ghee to coconut these exotic wonders promise miracles Well what truly makes them super They are the tried and tested legends of the food world rich in nutrients bursting with flavor locally grown versatile and ecofriendly ndash they have got it all With the expert guidance of Rujuta Diwekar a renowned nutrition expert and author of Indian Superfoods here are some excerpts from her audiobook on Audible that will help you embrace these foods and embark on a journey towards a healthier and happier youAlso Read From Kim K to Madonna glam queens adopt LED light skincare therapy herersquos whyGhee The Fat BurnerForget the diet fads and embrace the wonders of ghee ndash the true Indian superfood First off ghee reduces the glycemic index of your food making it a smart choice for those concerned about diabetes and weight management Sharing some interesting facts in her Audible title Rujuta mentions Do you know that every time you bake or use any other method of robbing your meal of essential fats like ghee the glycemic index of your meal stays high That means faster aging and predisposition to metabolic syndrome So much for the air fryer Even for all the expecting moms out there ghee has your back Packed with essential fatty acids it eases pregnancy and promotes a healthy delivery by supporting thyroid function Plus its a fatsoluble vitamin powerhouse so no more worrying about vitamin D deficiency Going forward donrsquot forget to stick to the goodness of ghee for a younger and healthier youKokum The Natural AntacidGear up for a wildtasting ride with kokum a powerhouse of benefits With kokum prioritise a harmonious gut and maintain vitamin B12 and D levels for heart health and better sleep With Garcinol kokum fights bacteria and inflammation while hydroxyl citric acid helps shed pounds Multiple studies have shown that garcinol from kokum suppresses carcinogenesis cancer growth by inhibiting the enzymes that cause its growth You can savor kokum in dal sabzis or raw with salt and masala Kokum sherbet is a refreshing weightloss drink loved by celebs With a fan base that ranges from Alia Bhatt to Anupam Kher itrsquos a drink that makes stylishly cool shots and leaves you feeling truly light For your skins delight try kokum butter in cosmetics and utilise this Indian superfood to brighten your plate and healthBanana The RechargerFruits are fantastic but first among all is undoubtedly the banana ldquoIt is the super fruit super for kids super for athletes and if you are a Karisma Kapoor fan or simply a fan of how fit she has looked through the years her secret is simply the bananardquo The magic of this fruit lies in its nutrientpacked goodness from potassium and vitamin B6 to its low glycemic index Its the ultimate onthego snack working wonders for your health Not only that it soothes your stomach strengthens bones and helps lift your spirits with vitamin B6 and magnesium And lets not forget the versatile ways to enjoy this powerhouse So remember dar ke aage banana hai and banana zaroor khana haiAmbadi The StomachSootherEver heard your grandma warn you about avoiding leafy greens during the monsoon Bet you thought it was just some old superstition but Ayurveda knows better Eating with the seasons is the way to go and during the monsoon its time to give up certain foods But wait theres one exception that steals the show the awesome ambadi ldquoAmbadi is the tribal womanrsquos source of folic acid and iron Easy to digest and cook it is also without the side effects of constipation that come with an iron pill Most importantly it is high in slowly digestible starch making it an excellent vegetable to sustain and nurture the gut ecosystemrdquo You can opt for low glycemic index meals with ambadi bhaji and fiberrich bhakris it is so cool that even the flowers can be boiled for stomach ailments or enjoyed as detox tea Herersquos to bringing ambadi back into the limelightCoconut The CalmerIn the land of myths and movie magic the coconut reigns supreme as the lsquokalpavriksharsquo which fulfills all wishes No wonder its the hero on film sets removing obstacles ldquoThe reason it is broken open at the beginning of not just a muhurat shot but basically at the start of any big project is that it gives the body endless physical stamina and the mind a sense of calm and reasonrdquo But beware of the health fads that fear coconuts cholesterol content The truth is its packed with magical mediumchain triglycerides MCT that boost endurance brain function and overall wellbeing ldquoThese MCTs get metabolised very differently in the human body compared to the other fats that we eat They get preferentially used up for fuel so you have more stamina or endurance Thatrsquos why MCT is also the preferred ergogenic aid nutritional supplement of endurance athletes runners and cyclists alikerdquo So go coconuts and let this divine superfood work wonders for you in every form tender coconut water for hydration malai for intestinal health ripe coconut for heart health and coconut oil for lustrous hair and heart strengthAlso Read Ringworm Eczema and Rosacea ndash Common monsoon skin rashes and expert curesThis story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed agencies Midday accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability trustworthiness reliability and data of the text Midday managementmiddaycom reserves the sole right to alter delete or remove without notice the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever