Harmattan is a season in the tropical region like Nigeria that is associated with dry air, cold weather, and low humidity all of which causes our body’s metabolism to slow down in order to conserve and keep our body warm. It’s important to keep our bodies warm to maintain good physical and mental health....CONTINUE READING
Since morning foods play important roles in energizing and keeping us active throughout the day. While choosing morning foods, it’s important especially in this harmattan season to choose foods that can help in regulating our metabolism and keeping our bodies warm.
1. Ginger tea
Ginger is known to have thermogenic properties that can keep the body warm and also boost metabolism (using shivering and non-shivering thermogenesis). Ginger tea warms the body by increasing blood circulation in the body.
2. Onions
Studies show that onions generate heat in the body and increase presentation, thereby giving you a warm feeling during the harmattan season. It can also boost immunity when consumed in onion soup.
3. Sesame seeds
Soaked sesame seeds and sesame seed oil are packed with iron and calcium that can keep your body warm and energized, especially when consumed during the harmattan season.
4. Banana
Banana is another good option as it contains magnesium and vitamin B that can help the thyroid and adrenal glands to function properly, especially in regulating body temperature during harmattan. It can help to keep shivering at bay.
5. Honey
Taking honey with warm water can produce body heat and increase the risk of stomach-related ailments. It can also boost your energy levels and improve your digestive system throughout the day.
6. Eggs and chickens
Eggs and chickens contain a high amount of protein, iron, and calcium which are hard to digest and hence, increasing the temperature of the body and keeping you warm.
