Foods rich in protein and fat help not to suffer from the cold in winter, nutritionist Natalya Lazurenko said in an interview.
The specialist said that it is useful to eat fat in winter. This product contains saturated fats used by the body for work, energy production. That is, they are not deposited in fat reserves, due to which the figure becomes fat.
“Fat also contains arachidonic acid – it has a positive effect on the nervous system, participates in the transmission of impulses and helps protect against Alzheimer's disease,” – Lazurenko explained to Moscow 24.
Other winter-warming foods are saturated sources of protein in the form of eggs, meat, fish, and fermented milk products. Eating them strengthens muscle mass, which is important for protection from the cold.
The doctor advises eating fat to prevent coronavirus
In addition, Lazurenko advised including foods such as sauerkraut, pickles (strictly in moderation) in the winter diet. Their use provides the body with vitamins, fiber, and fermented components that contribute to the development of beneficial bacterial flora in the intestines, which is important for good immunity. ru wrote about how to eat dumplings without the risk of gaining weight.
Important! Information provided in reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and under no circumstances self-medicate. Seek medical attention at the first sign of illness.
Natalia Lazurenko healthy lifestyle dietitian, endocrinologist