01/7 Here’s how drinking jeera water can help you shed kilos!
01/7 Jeera is undoubtedly the most humble of ingredients found in Indian kitchens and used in a number of ways to spice up the basic dishes. It also carries great therapeutic benefits. Another additional purpose it serves is for weight loss.
Cumin or jeera as it is known to us is hailed for its rich health benefits which is great for your digestion, eliminates toxins and also equally purposeful for your skin health. And, if you are looking to lose weight, there’s nothing better than having jeera water!
Scroll down to know more about the benefits of having jeera water for weight loss, and the best ways to add it to your diet.
02/7 Why should you have jeera for weight loss?
Cumin seeds have been hailed as a flab-cutting ingredient for a long time. The health benefits of adding jeera to your diet is also worthy of mention in Ayurveda.
According to experts, jeera plays a crucial role in aiding digestion and removing away unwanted toxins from your system. A good digestive system, clean of any kind of toxins is key to optimal weight management and fat loss. Hence, regular consumption of jeera could help you manage factors related to weight gain in the first place.
There are also additional benefits to having jeera. Cumin nutritionally is said to accelerate the fat burning process, which may make it easier for a person to lose weight. When consumed regularly, it can also help you process food better.
03/7 What happens when you soak jeera in water?
Now, a reason why many people recommend adding jeera water to your diet apart from the regular intake is the benefits of the drink.
Soaking jeera seeds in water results in osmosis, the natural process through which the seeds retain water, and instead, let out nutrients into the water which can then be consumed. The nutrient released add a tinge of yellow to the drink as well.
04/7 How many calories does it have?
Jeera only contains 7 calories and in this minimal number, does you a whole lot of good. It’s also the reason why it’s considered beneficial to have it as a detox drink multiple times over.
In fact, you will be surprised to learn that despite being such a low-calorie drink, it also fills you up for good, and gets you closer to achieving satiety. Drinking jeera water before meals, or when your hunger pangs strike can fill you up and stop you from eating something unhealthy.
05/7 How many times should you have it?
Since it’s a great detoxifying agent full of nutritive health benefits, it can be had multiple times.
However, the number of times you should have the drink also depends on what your goal is and needs are. If you are well-suited to the taste, consuming multiple drinks won’t do you much harm.
For speedy weight loss, stick to having jeera water 3-4 times a day- in the morning when you wake up (as a detoxifying drink), before a heavy meal such as lunch (to induce satiety) and after dinner (to aid digestion).
You can also prepare a huge quantity and drink it regularly.
06/7 We tell you the best ways to have it
It can get boring for some to have the same simple fat-cutting drink every day. However, that shouldn’t stop you from getting to your goals. With the help of simple infusions and additions, you can ensure that you do not get bored with the taste, and additionally, do your bit to accelerate weight loss.
Adding cinnamon powder to your jeera water is one great addition. Cinnamon, known to be a weight gain fighter provides anti-inflammatory properties which work to stabilize glucose levels and eliminate free radicals (that lead to fat accumulation) from the body.
Let jeera seeds soak overnight in a glass of water. Right before having it, add a spoon of cinnamon powder to it. The same can be tried with ginger powder/root. However, you may need to add something sweet to minimize the bitter taste.
Adding the juice of one lime to the jeera infused water can also help you regulate fat. This is because lime juice contains citric acid, which boosts your metabolism and in a way, helps you burn more calories. Jeera infused lime water can make for a pre-workout drink if you follow basic or moderate exercise forms.
Apart from this, you can also try combining the benefits of methidana (fenugreek seeds) and cumin seeds. Boil the seeds in water and strain them well, before sipping it slowly. Together, they can do a great deal of good if you are suffering from hormonal imbalance issues, digestive trouble or just want to go the extra mile for weight loss.
07/7 A word of caution
It’s important to note that cumin alone won’t do the job of making you lose weight.
It’s equally important to follow a good weight loss strategy as a whole- from adopting the right diet to physical exercises which will help in calorie burning and promote deficit, that will help you achieve your desired weight loss goal.
If you do plan to make this a part of your diet, do consult a nutritionist’s advice beforehand and make sure to consume moderated quantities for the best benefits.
