Diet Tips in Winter

The change of season also has an impact on your nutritional requirements, and some foods are better for you during this time.The changing weather also seeks it due in terms of dietary changes in winter.

* Protein needs tend to be higher and diet must reflect this change by the addition of nuts, peas, beans and lean meat.

* Dairy products are also a good source of protein at this time and provide the required amounts of protein and calcium if incorporated into diet.

* Extra vitamins are necessary to fight the onslaughts on the Immune System in winter as body resistance to infection tends to fall in winter.

* Dark-green, leafy vegetables are excellent at preventing skin dryness and cracking and also provide essential micronutrients to help fight infection.