We all get a little lazy when the temperature drops. This is something that most people would agree with. Winter reduces our physical activity level and forces us to eat more frequently which becomes a challenge for those trying to stay fit or lose weight.
If this problem suits you perfectly, then we have the secrets for you.
In winter, you can reduce your weight even by being a little lazy. All you have to do is use a little smartness. Winter can work wonders on your body without any effort on your part if you know which tips to follow.
Here are 3 Ayurvedic tips that will help you lose weight during winter in just 3 weeks. Are you researching ways to lose weight in 3 weeks? It is certainly not necessary that you spend a lot of money to achieve your weight loss goal.
You can do the same by trying some simple tips at home. This information has been shared by Ayurvedic expert DrDeekshaBhavsar on Instagram.
1. Herbal hot water
Drink warm water boiled with dry ginger throughout the day. Drink this warm and soothing water during cold weather (winter and rain).
Method to prepare and use
- Take 1 litre of water, and add only half a teaspoon of dry ginger to it.
- Boil it till it reduces to 750 ml (250 ml should be boiled).
- Then drink it sip by sip throughout the day on cold days.
- In Ayurveda, dry ginger is known as Shunthi.
- It is lighter (easier) to digest than fresh ginger.
- It is bowel binding in nature, unlike fresh ginger.
It is an excellent stimulant and expectorant to reduce Kapha and increase Agni. That's why dry ginger can be used as a spice or medicine in every season.
Important
This water is hot, so people who have excessive pitta (bleeding/heat) disorders can add 1 coarsely crushed cardamom to it. Also, those to whom ginger does not suit should skip dry ginger and use 5 basil leaves instead.
Advantages
- It helps in improving digestion.
- Helps in managing weight.
- Keeps you away from a cold/cough.
- Improves your immunity.
- Reduces bloating/gas/abdominal pain.
- Do these exercises daily
Kapalbhati Pranayama – for 10-15 minutes
- It helps in improving metabolism.
- Strengthens the abdominal muscles.
- Digestion remains healthy and weight is reduced.
- Purifies all the nerves of your body.
- Corrects blood circulation in the body and this increases the shine of the face.
Suryanamaskar - 12 rounds (start with 2)
- Helps in weight loss.
- Strengthens muscles and joints.
- There is a glow on the face.
- Corrects the digestive system.
- Helps fight insomnia.
- Regulates periods.
- Useful in treating frozen shoulder.
- There is a stretch in the spinal cord and abdominal muscles.
Walking - 40-50 minutes (in the morning and at night)
- Maintain a healthy weight and reduce body fat.
- Manages a variety of conditions including heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, cancer and type 2 diabetes.
- Improve cardiovascular fitness.
- Strengthens your bones and muscles.
- Increases energy level.
1. Follow a circadian intermittent fasting
This is similar to intermittent fasting but occurs in sync with the circadian rhythm.
Intermittent Fasting: You can eat for 8-10 hours and have periods of fasting for 14-16 hours (depending on what works for you).
Circadian Fast: You have your breakfast after sunrise and your dinner before sunset.
Circadian Intermittent Fasting: You can eat only when the sun is up. Like you can keep your eating window anytime from 9-10-11 am to 5-6-7 pm.
Start practising it from tomorrow.
Share with your friends and family members who also want to lose weight.
Pro-tip
It is best to avoid deep-fried, sugary and packaged food during these 3 weeks.
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DISCLAIMER
Your skin and body are as different as you are. We endeavour to bring you correct, safe and expert-verified information through our articles and social media handles, but still, you must consult your doctor before trying any home remedy, hack or fitness tip.
