The season of love is just around the corner. Yes, we are talking about Valentine’s Day. and before you run off buying chocolate and confetti for your partner, you might want to check out some healthier alternatives to express your love and, most importantly, show them that you care about their health and well-being. Utilizing my years of experience as a clinical dietician and hypnotherapist in Dubai, I am going to share some smart and healthy tips to have a healthy Valentine’s Day diet.
7 healthy diet tips for this Valentine’s Day
01/ Bring on the heat.
Add a dose of chili peppers to your pasta or soups. Pepper is known to have a positive impact on our hearts. The spiciness in them means they are filled with vitamin C which helps your immune system. Red pepper not only adds a kick to your dishes but also helps with inflammation by improving circulation.
02/ Choose Naturally Sweet ingredients.
Next, you can choose naturally sweet things like sweet potato for your romantic dinner. They are packed with antioxidants and beta-carotene. Sweet potatoes are like a powerhouse of nutrition as they are also high in fiber and potassium, which play an important role in reducing blood pressure. If not as your main dish, you can mash or roast sweet potato with herbs for a comfortable side dish. Their beautiful color is a must on your Valentine’s table.
03/ Beetroot for the red color.
Add red foods like beetroot not just because it’s Valentine’s, but also because they are good for your health. Beets can help protect healthy cells from free radical damage and can also help prevent cancer. Tip: For a playful presentation, cut them into heart shapes using a cookie cutter, or mix them into a goat cheese and walnut salad for a truly romantic dish.
Add red foods like beetroot not just because it’s Valentine’s, but also because they are good for your health. Beets can help protect healthy cells from free radical damage and can also help prevent cancer. Tip: For a playful presentation, cut them into heart shapes using a cookie cutter, or mix them into a goat cheese and walnut salad for a truly romantic dish.
