05th November 2019
My friend could not enjoy Diwali as he was not keeping well…. In last 2 months, he suffered from cough and cold infections thrice….. His doctor uncle has prescribed some medicines to boost his immunity & advised to eat a healthy balanced diet…. So, I too have decided to start a healthy diet now onwards.
06th November 2019
Today my Mum met a dietitian madam who has advised some healthy changes in my schedule. In the evening, I noticed that my refrigerator is loaded with different colored veggies & fruit basket with seasonal fruits. I am eager to follow the healthy routine.
07th November 2019
I started my day with a glass of water. This is the first positive change I made today. It helped me detox my body. Breakfast was steaming hot, fluffy Idlis with chutney & a cup of warm milk. I really enjoyed it a lot. Dietitian madam has advised to consume freshly prepared homemade dishes like poha / upma / chilas / idli- dosas / parathas / eggs etc. in the breakfast. If I consume such a breakfast daily, it will keep me alert throughout the day & will improve my concentration in the studies.
08th November 2019
Short recess bell rang & I opened my snacks tiffin….Ohh…!!! To my surprise, it had fresh fruits with some dry fruits. So, am going to relish this as I don’t want to fall sick frequently…. In the evening, after so many days, I enjoyed 20 mins of cycling in the society’s garden area. It will be a daily routine for me now. Gradually, am planning to increase my physical activity for an hr.
09th November 2019
Today, my meal plate had foods from at least 3 different food groups & different colors. Different food groups will provide me different nutrients & different colored foods will add antioxidants to my diet. Antioxidants are necessary to beat ill effects of environmental pollution. Also, I have increased my fluid intake to 8 glasses a day.
10th November 2019
Learning for the day was to get good quality proteins, vegetarians should consume a combination of cereals & pulses like Rice Moong Daal Khichdi, Idli, Dosa, Thalipeeth (a Maharashtrian dish etc..). Pulses, legumes, milk & milk products like curds, paneer, tofu & eggs are required to keep my daily protein content under control. These foods are necessary for my growth & wear & tear of my body.
11th November 2019
I have started eating a cup of seasonal vegetables & salad in different forms. Veggies & fruits provide me some amount fiber, vitamins & minerals. Thrice a week, I am planning to eat leafy vegetables as well.. For Choti bhuk, I am consuming peanut laddoo, rajgeera chikki, dryfruits & nuts since last 3 days.
12th November 2019
Milk & milk products in the form of kheer, milkshake, porridge (less in sugar), smoothie, yummy paneer preparation, dark green leafy veggies (added in paratha & chila, as soups), til, rajgeera, ragi in the routine will add calcium to my diet which is needed for strong bones & teeth. I must not miss carrots, berries, walnuts, curds, drumsticks, citrus fruits (oranges/ sweet lime / lemons), broccoli and bell peppers as they are immunity boosters.
13th November 2019
Its 7th day today… & I can feel a good change….Less intake of wafers & junk, cakes & chocolates….more energetic, alert & active you are….!!! Foods in my daily diet will based on season as well. Am eager to know about foods to be consumed in winters…. Are you??