Fad diets and quick fixes are everywhere, but simple habits are having a moment. Natural choices such as coconut water and buttermilk help maintain hydration and balance without extremes. Gehna Sharma\u2019s experience highlights how small, sustainable changes in lifestyle can bring you long-term health while also promoting a healthy fitness style.<\/p>\n
In the world of diet and fitness, particularly with so many fad diets <\/a>in attention, it is regular dietary practices like drinking coconut water and buttermilk that have long-term benefits. Nutritionists say that these types of natural, hydrating options will not only aid digestion and keep energy levels up but help people continue to lead healthier lifestyles without extreme restrictions.<\/p>\n Also Read | 5 unexpected ways to use coconut oil for health and beauty<\/a><\/p>\n For Gehna Sharma, 27-year-old public relations professional who had to deal with a hectic and unpredictable schedule, the path to better health started two years ago at an extremely personal low. At 67 kilos, she often didn\u2019t have much energy, lacked the motivation and felt discouraged \u2014 especially when she was no longer able to fit into favourite clothes. Committing to change, she contacted a dietician for help and opted for gradual improvements rather than quick fixes.<\/p>\n Small changes, big impact<\/p>\n One of the first habits she incorporated was drinking water soaked overnight with saunf (fennel) every morning. A simple dietary change turned into a daily ritual and became an emotional anchor. \u201cIt was a reminder that I had made a promise to myself,\u201d she remembers.<\/p>\n From there her routine unfolded gradually. Prior to workout sessions, Sharma nourishes her body with soaked dry fruits paired with a banana\u2014offering an amalgamation of natural sugars, fiber and healthy fats that offers sustained energy. To help her body recover and rebuild, she prioritises protein-rich foods \u2014 sprouts or low-fat paneer for instance \u2014 after exercising.<\/p>\n Healthy meals<\/p>\n Her meals embody a balance that nutritionists frequently advise but many people find challenging to maintain. \u201cLunch normally has Daliya, green vegetables <\/a>and a good amount of salad \u2014 making sure that I am getting enough fiber, vitamins and complex carbohydrates,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n Also Read | 5 reasons to drink coconut water daily<\/a><\/p>\n Dinner consists of soup and salad to promote digestion and prevent heaviness in the late hour.<\/p>\n Staying hydrated<\/p>\n Hydration is central to Sharma\u2019s transformation. She believes coconut water<\/a> and buttermilk to be her refreshers and energy boosters as she pursues running as part of her lifestyle. These all-natural drinks are effective at rehydrating the body’s electrolytes and far better for you than sugary alternatives. She often accompanies them with makhana (fox nuts), a light and nutritious snack that goes well down her active lifestyle.<\/p>\n 10,000 steps per day<\/p>\n But her transformation went beyond the food. Movement became a non-negotiable part of Sharma\u2019s day. Her goal is 10,000 steps<\/a> per day; some days, she admits, she isn\u2019t there. What motivates her to keep going is a simple but potent mindset.<\/p>\n