7 raita recipes for weight loss that you must try

01/8Raita recipes for weight loss Let’s accept the fact that losing weight is not at all easy. It requires determination, lots of stamina and consuming the right kind of food that’s nutrient-dense and low in calories. However, the one thing that we forget in the process of #weightloss is […]

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01/8Raita recipes for weight loss

Let’s accept the fact that losing weight is not at all easy. It requires determination, lots of stamina and consuming the right kind of food that’s nutrient-dense and low in calories. However, the one thing that we forget in the process of #weightloss is that one should hydrate themselves completely, Hydration plays a great role in the weight loss process and can also make your cravings go away. As we all know, the curd is one of the best probiotics that can be included in the daily diet. It not only keeps the body cool but boosts immunity while providing it with protein. So, today, we bring you some of the most common yet amazing raita recipes that will not only hydrate your body but help in accelerating the #weightloss process. Read more to find out… (Images courtesy: iStock)

Cucumber is known to be rich in water content and when it's combined with yoghurt, it’s a sure shot way to increase the chances of weight loss. With zero fat presents in this raita, it will help in hydrating the body. One can add black pepper and a little rock salt to increase the taste of this raita and help in stimulating the weight loss process.

Cumin is known to accelerate the weight loss process as it has a compound called thymol, which stimulates the enzymes that further promote loss in appetite that leads way to weight loss. Since ancient times, jeera or cumin is said to be a spice that can help cut belly fat and this is one of the reasons why many people call it a natural fat cutter.

Lauki or bottle gourd is known to be a nutritious vegetable as it has high fibre content, which promotes a feeling of fullness in the body. Of all the benefits this humble vegetable offers, lauki is said to promote digestion and weight loss. Take a large bowl of this raita along with salad and sabzi daily and see the difference in your body.

This raita is made with flax seeds, which are known to be super-rich in fibre, and if not added in the right amount, it can make the whole raita tasteless. All you need to do for making this delicious raita is combined grated & boiled lauki in a large bowl of curd with roasted flax seeds powder, cumin powder and rock salt to taste. Keep this raita in the fridge and enjoy it after an hour.

It is bright pink-coloured raita made with grated beetroot, carrots, curd and rock salt. This raita has a sweet & tangy taste and is one of the healthiest side dishes one can enjoy with roti, sabzi and biryani.

07/8Vegetable Raita

One of the best raita people can have on weight loss diets is vegetable raita. It is loaded with the goodness of all the vegetables like bell peppers, tomato, cucumber, etc and can be very filling. This raita is best enjoyed with biryani.

A classic raita made with crushed mint leaves or pudina, this one is very cooling and can calm your stomach in an instant. It’s a great weight loss raita and can be enjoyed with any dish. You can have a big bowl of this raita with sauteed/roasted vegetables to fill your stomach, while it makes you feel full as well.