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Most people find their appetites increase during the winter months. Here's what to eat at this time of year, what to avoid
When the temperatures drop, appetites increase. You could even say that a craving for stodgy foods during the winter is merely our bodies' way of telling us we need to eat more to keep out the cold.
These days, however, most of us live and work in buildings that are centrally heated. So we don't really need the extra calories, even though we feel as if we do. But many winter foods can be very nutritious, and may help boost your immunity against winter colds and flu, including:
- Garlic A tasty addition to food in any season, garlic has antifungal, antibacterial and antiviral properties.
- Pumpkin Rich in beta carotene and vitamin C, add chunks to casseroles and stews to help protect against infections.
- Onions High in sulphur, onions are thought to help protect against cold and flu viruses.
- Brazil nuts If you can stand the sight of them after Christmas, Brazils are a great source of an immune-boosting mineral called selenium, as well as omega fatty acids. Go easy though, as Brazils are high in fat (which means they're loaded with calories).
- Ginger A great spice for helping to keep you warm, ginger also helps if you get travel sickness, indigestion and headaches
- Cranberries Whereas most other berries are in season during the summer, cranberries come out during the winter and are full of vitamin C and beta carotene.
- Kale This dark green member of the cabbage family is one of the most nutritious plant foods available, and high in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Add some to winter soups and stews.
And the foods to avoid...
Starbucks Grande Latte (whole milk): 223 calories
Big Mac: 496 calories
Krispy Kreme doughnut (original, glazed): 217 calories
Pizza Hut Cheese Feast Stuffed Crust pizza: 361 calories per slice
Subway Mega Breakfast sub: 569 calories
The good news for those who like a tipple is that is a glass of wine contains approximately 80 calories - but bear in mind that's a small glass (120ml), as opposed to than the large glasses served in most pubs and restaurants these days.
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