17thย June is Fatherโs Day, a day that brings those fond memories flooding back to your mind. Wondering how to outdo your last Fatherโs Day surprise? Simple! Prepare a healthy meal with a combination of the healthiest ingredients, cooked with lots of love!
Here are some awesome ideas that will make your father wish every day was Fatherโs Day!
A Word on Nutrition
The nutritional needs of men are different from that of women and children. Hence, a thoughtful consideration of your fatherโs specific dietary needs would be a good place to begin.
Choose ingredients that would provide carbohydrates, proteins and lower unhealthy fat. Research shows that men are more prone to cholesterol and heart ailments. Think ofย ways to reduce cholesterolย by using the right ingredients. It is an essential part of aย heart-healthy diet. Replace white bread with whole-wheat or multigrain bread. Also, swap the regular butter with Nutralite. It has essentialย omega 3 fatty acidsย and has zero cholesterol.
Wholesome Breakfast
With the morning alarm buzzing, itโs time for your father to get back to the grind. It is essential for men to consume healthy proteins in the morning for the energy required to sustain themselves throughout the day, which will also aid in post-workout muscle revival.
Think proteins, think oats, mushrooms andย different ways of cooking eggs.ย Eggs are a healthy source of essential fats as well. Some ideas for a filling breakfast โ A bowl of oats with nuts and a banana for the extra energy mushroom and eggs on toast, with Nutralite and a fresh green juice or smoothie to top it off.
Healthy Lunch
A balanced lunch should include a healthy mix of carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins and fibre. Rice, a bowl of salad, whole grains and vegetables are healthy options. Experts suggest a serving of at least five different vegetables per day. Potatoes and rice are considered good starchy carbs for lunch.
Go for a whole-wheat bread sandwich with a variety of vegetables. Pasta with veggies or seafood would make for a perfect meal. If youโre looking for Indian vegetarian recipes,ย aloo methi parathaย or aย mixed vegetable uttapamย can bring a smile on your fatherโs face. Top up these recipes with a healthy & delicious dollop of Nutralite.
Delectable Dinner
A healthy and tasty dinner can do wonders after a long day. Includeย pav bhaji recipe,ย steamed rice,ย dal makhani/butter chickenย for a feel-good and relaxing effect, fulfilling the essential carbs that will help the body revitalize through the night. Cook this dinner spread with Nutralite Classic or the Garlic and Oregano variant and add a healthy twist to your fatherโs treat. Along with this, a healthy salad, mixed pulses and vegetable raita makes for a delectable dinner spread.
Delicious Dessert:
Round up the day with something sweet. How about someย homemade fruit cakesย /dry-fruit cakes!
Isnโt this a healthy inspiration โ a gift that will last far beyond Fatherโs Day? Do you have other such amazing meal ideas for Fatherโs Day? Weโre all ears…