According to nutrition experts, adopting healthy eating habits not only helps protect your health but also supports effective weight control, especially during Tet. Let’s explore some simple yet highly effective tips.
Basic Principles for Eating on Tet Days
Experts recommend following this food consumption order: greens → proteins → carbohydrates. This sequence helps:
- Protect the stomach lining from excessive digestive juices needed to break down dry, hard foods
- Create a sense of fullness quickly, helping to control the amount of food consumed
- Regulate the intake of sugar and fat into the body
Additionally, chewing thoroughly and eating slowly is very important. This allows timely signals of satiety to reach the brain, preventing overeating.
Broccoli – an ideal food for Tet meals
Foods to Include in Your Diet
Broccoli – A Superfood for Weight Loss
Broccoli is highly valued because:
- It contains only 38 kcal/100g but is rich in protein (3.4g) and fiber (2.8g)
- Packed with vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants
- Contains sulforaphane which aids in antioxidant activity
A study in Japan showed that a woman successfully lost 10kg in 3 months thanks to a diet including broccoli combined with scientific exercise.
Cucumber – A Hydrating Food for the Body
Cucumbers are an excellent choice because:
- They contain up to 96% water, keeping the body hydrated
- High in fiber but low in calories
- A healthy and light snack
Experts at Nguyen Tri Phuong Hospital confirm that cucumbers are an effective food for weight loss.
Turmeric – The Golden Spice for Health
Curcumin in turmeric offers many benefits:
- Prevents fat tissue growth
- Reduces blood sugar levels
- Lowers triglycerides, fatty acids, and cholesterol
Cucumbers – an ideal light snack for Tet
Eggplant – A Fat-Busting Food
Research at Graz University (Austria) has shown that eggplants can:
- Remove fats from animal-based foods
- Prevent cholesterol buildup
- Support treatment for heart disease and high blood pressure
Tips for Tet Meals
To maintain health and figure during Tet, you should:
- Prioritize dark green vegetables rich in vitamin C
- Combine regular physical exercise
- Maintain a positive and cheerful mindset
- Follow healthy eating principles
Smart food choices and maintaining healthy eating habits will help you enjoy Tet fully without worrying about weight gain.
Source: Dan Tri Online
