What food should you have on what day? Diet Schedule

We suggest ideal foods for different days of the week.

Sunday:
Apart from it being a weekly off for most people, this is also the best day to tuck into different kinds of foods including plants, meat and fruits as all of it radiate the Sun's vibrance.

Monday:
Since it's the day of the Moon, which signifies the element of water, it makes sense to consume things that have a high water content like watermelon, cucumbers and pumpkins.

Tuesday:
Mars is the planet that rules this day and it radiates heat. Try mangoes, dates and pineapples on Tuesday.

Wednesday:
This day belongs to Mercury, which is a dual planet. Hence you can consume all kinds of food on this day.

Thursday:
The day belongs to Jupiter. Consume food that are orange or yellow in colour like oranges, lemons and bananas.

Friday:
This day belongs to Mercury, which is a dual planet. Hence you can consume all kinds of food on this day.

Saturday:
On the day of Saturn you can gorge on junk and oily food as the planet rules oil. 

Ways to beat holiday weight gain

Just when you've finally managed to get your weight under control, boom comes the holiday season. We can't blame you for a li'l indulgence. We will tell you ways to get rid of the excess weight. All you have to have is focus and discipline. Happy Working Out!

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The few weeks filled with holiday feasting and no work-out regime become a dire threat to your increasing waistline. Wellness expert Namita Jain says, "Most people find it very difficult to get back into their strict exercise and diet right after the holidays. But it is crucial to motivate yourself to exercise to get back into shape."


The hardest part about exercise is getting started. So, make your fitness programme fail-proof with this simple DIY guide.


Go easy

It is important to start with a routine which is easier. Since getting back to strenuous working out is difficult, starting on a simpler one will boost your confidence. Start going to the gym four to five times a week and concentrate more on cardio than weights.


Innovate

Try and bring fun elements to your work-out regime. Include rope jumps or hula hoop in between your work-out to make it interesting. If you find it boring to do the same exercises every day, change your routine. Take a walk, cycle or go for a swim.


Stress buster

Stress plays a huge role in gaining weight during the holidays. Excess stress hormones in the body encourage the storage of fat. Find something that you enjoy doing. Practice yoga or meditation. If you find it difficult to gym for an hour or 45 minutes at a stretch, make your resolution more attainable by devoting just about half an hour daily.


Get enough sleep

Sleep is a must. Sleep deprivation leads to several hormonal problems, one of them being weight gain. When you are tired, unhappy or dissatisfied, you tend to eat more and exercise less. Experts say that when you are not well rested, you don't want to move and that essentially leads to fewer calories burnt.


Eat healthy

Foods that are loaded with carbohydrates are a major source of problem. Not only does it play havoc on your blood sugar level, but also produces insulin which triggers weight gain in your body. Jain says, "Include fibre in your diet. Fibre fills you up and helps you lose weight. Good choices are veggies, fruits, whole grain cereals, unpolished rice and whole grain bread."


Stay hydrated

Drink at least eight glasses of water every day. Also consume high water content fruits like watermelon, oranges, pineapples, tomatoes and cucumber which help in the reduction of weight.   

Foods that keep you hydrated

Listed are some of the food items that keep you hydrated if you are not much of a (water) drinker

We all know that our body is 70 per cent water. We need to keep ourselves hydrated in order to keep our body functioning properly.

There are mostly three types of food categories: fresh juicy fruits, green leafy vegetables and water based soups.

There are a variety of fruits that you can choose from if you do not drink water that much. The best pick is a watermelon which has the maximum water content in it.

Fresh fruits will give you the needed hydration to feel better and be healthier. Some more examples are: apples, kiwi, grapefruit, coconut, strawberries, and any type of berries.

The second food group is vegetables. The green fresh vegetables provide nutrients that help the body to stay hydrated and not get too heavy with other foods.

It is better to eat the vegetables raw. Cooking them will take out the natural moisture and hydration.

The third category is soup or a broth. They can give you some liquid that your body needs and will therefore hydrate you. A good soup to try is a vegetable chicken soup. If you don't like chicken, get vegetable soup. 

4 Comfort foods for the monsoon

In India, monsoons are much cherished and with the first rains comes an array food to welcome the rains. And this 'rain' comfort food differs from region to region.

For example, the Bengalis love to have their share of khichuri during the rains. As the popular saying goes, "Brishti manei khichuri aar elish maach bhaja!" This homemade one-pot dish khichuri is much loved across households in West Bengal. Along with the intoxicating smell of wet earth fresh from the falling raindrops, you can experience gourmet bliss when you savor a plate of khichuri with fried fish.


In Ahmedabad, the first rain is celebrated with a long queue at shops selling hot dal vadas. Most Amdavadis will swear by dal vadas with fried green chillies when the rains are pouring. Well, it's really comforting to sit at home with a cup of hot drinking chocolate and enjoy the lashing rain. Staying indoors during the rains and reveling in the beauty of falling raindrops might be a luxury for many. But then there are always comfort food which will add more warmth to your soul on a rainy day.

If you are still pondering over what to make, then you can still go ahead and indulge in some of these comfort food.

1. Soup - Sorry we are not going to talk about how healthy it is. When you are staying indoors during the rains, a bowl of piping hot soup can elevate your soul.


2. Kadak chai: On a rainy evening, a cup of adrak pudina chai (ginger mint tea) is perfect. If you love to be outdoors, go for a ride to soak in the rains and then stop at a roadside tea stall to have your share of cuppa.


3. Chips and Dip - Yes, easy to make and great to have on a rainy day. Curl up with a book and savor your chips with a cheesy dip. Or better still pick up your favourite DVD and then enjoy the movie with your fill of chips and dip. Well, this is not the time to think about dieting. But don't make it a daily affair.


4. Pakodas: Nothing can beat the joy of having pakodas during the rainy season. Choose from onion, potato, green chilly, paneer pakodas and enjoy the 'fried' fare. Once in a while you can definitely indulge. And if you are one of those persons who love their share of sweet fare, then go for a 'sizzling' brownie with chocolate sauce.