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Want to lose weight? Eat fruits. Dull skin? Eat fruits. Weak immune system? Eat fruits. It is crazy how almost all your health-related concerns have the same response of eating fruits. And why not? Fruits are nature’s candy rich in umpteen vitamins, minerals, flavonoids, and antioxidants- our best companion for myriad health benefits. But is it okay to eat a bunch of tasty fruits any random hour of the day, or is there a specific time when we can get the most of the nutrition from them? The answer is an absolute ‘Yes’! Read on to learn the best times to eat fruits for maximum benefits: 1. When you wake up Eating fruits as one of the first meals in the morning on an empty stomach is the best time to reap maximum benefits. Fruits are believed to be the healthiest way to kick-start your day as they give a quick boost to your body. 2. In between meals Consuming fruits in between your meals is a great habit to have plenty of nutrition because, during this time, your body digests the food quickly releases different enzymes to digest the fruits easily. 3. Pre and Post workout Eating fruits before a workout lends the body a slush of energy to carry out a vigorous workout session. And it refills the emptied energy levels post-workout. Here are some fruits you should have regularly- Apples, kiwis, bananas, guavas, strawberries, oranges, and watermelons. However, if you have diabetes, pairing fruits with other protein, fiber, and fat foods may be risky as it can cause a slight rise in blood sugar levels. So, consult your healthcare specialist before consuming fruits. Since you know the best times to eat fruits, you are on your way to living a more enjoyable, healthy life. So, what are you waiting for? Go, grab some fruits and stay fit. Happy eating!

We are a generation that is always in a hurry. So, we look for options that are easily available and convenient. For instance, when we run out of rotis to eat with the curry, we get our hands on the brown bread, thinking that it’s the next best option. While bread is handy and available in varieties, Rotis take time to make and therefore bread takes the front seat. However, the big question is, is this easily available convenient option healthier for weight loss? Let’s take a look at some of the facts that will help you make the right choice in the end. 1. Rotis are made of whole wheat flour which is full of dietary fiber. Whereas, on the other hand, breads are believed to be made of refined flour (maida), which makes it an unhealthy option. 2. For roti, there is no fermentation, processing, or adding preservatives is required, which means the nutrient content of the roti remains intact. Whereas, the breads go through a lot of processing with added emulsifiers which mars the nutrition that it could offer otherwise. 3. Talking about the shelf life of both roti and bread, the rotis can become stale easily, whereas the breads stay fresh for about a week. The rotis are made and consumed fresh. While the preservatives in the bread make it fresh for weeks. 4. Another interesting fact is the yeast in bread makes it fluffy which may not be a good idea for the digestive system. So, it is clear that Roti wins as it is way more nutritious than bread. We are not asking you to completely give up on bread. But, be careful what kind of bread you are choosing and don’t use it as a replacement for freshly cooked rotis.