Nuts and Seeds for Glowing Skin: Easy Ways to Add Them to Indian Meals
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A small handful of nuts or a spoon of seeds is one of the easiest food habits to build. They are easy to carry, need no cooking and fit into Indian meals in many ways. No single food gives you glowing skin, and diet works together with sleep, water, sun protection and skincare. But nuts and seeds are a useful part of a varied, balanced plate.
Everyday nuts and seeds
| Food | Easy ways to eat it |
|---|---|
| Almonds (badam) | Soaked overnight and eaten in the morning |
| Walnuts (akhrot) | A few halves as a snack or in oats |
| Peanuts (moongphali) | Roasted, in poha, or as chikki in small amounts |
| Cashews (kaju) | A few as a snack, or in gravies |
| Flaxseeds (alsi) | Roasted and ground, sprinkled on rotis, curd or dal |
| Sesame seeds (til) | In chutneys, on salads, or as til laddoo in winter |
| Pumpkin and sunflower seeds | Roasted, as a crunchy topping |
| Chia seeds | Soaked in water or milk before eating |
How much is enough?
Nuts and seeds are rich foods, so a little goes a long way. Many people aim for a small handful of nuts a day, or one to two spoons of seeds. If you have a health condition or are watching your weight, ask your doctor or dietitian what portion suits you.
Easy ways to add them
- Morning: a few soaked almonds with breakfast. See breakfast for glowing skin.
- Mid-morning: a small box of mixed nuts at your desk.
- Lunch: roasted seeds on salad or raita.
- Evening: roasted peanuts or makhana instead of fried namkeen. See healthy snacks for glowing skin.
- Dinner: ground flaxseed mixed into atta for rotis.
Choosing and storing
- Pick plain or dry-roasted nuts over salted, fried or sugar-coated ones.
- Buy small packs so they stay fresh.
- Store in an airtight jar in a cool, dry place.
- Throw away nuts that smell stale or bitter.
Common mistakes
- Eating straight from a big packet, which makes portions hard to judge.
- Choosing masala or sugar-coated nuts every day.
- Relying on nuts alone and skipping fruit, vegetables and protein.
Build a balanced plate
Nuts and seeds work best as one part of a varied diet. Pair them with fruits for glowing skin, vegetables for glowing skin and protein for healthy skin, and drink water through the day. See how much water for healthy skin.
A note on allergies
Nut allergies can be serious. If you or your child has a known or suspected allergy, avoid those foods and follow your doctor's advice. Introduce new foods to young children carefully, and avoid giving whole nuts to small children because of the choking risk.
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Quick questions
Should almonds be soaked? Many families soak almonds overnight because they are softer and easier to eat. Both soaked and dry almonds are fine for most people.
Are nuts good for oily skin? There is no need to avoid nuts because of oily skin. Keep portions sensible and focus on a balanced diet overall.
Is peanut butter okay? Choose one without added sugar and keep the portion to a spoon or two.
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Glow Scan and this article give skincare and lifestyle guidance, not medical advice. For a skin or health condition, please see a doctor or dermatologist.