Students living in hostels love to snack! But if you do that too often and if your snacks lack nutrients, you might put on weight. However, if you eat healthy and nutrient-rich alternatives, you can be fitter and healthier. Feeling full and bloated often puts you off your studies and makes you sleepy!
Here, we’re going to discuss 5 nutrient-rich foods that you can take resort to in your hostel accommodation whenever you are feeling hungry but not ready to go for a full meal.
Beans and Lentils
Lentils and beans are among the healthiest foods that one can find. Also, canned beans and lentils have a very long shelf-life that makes them a top choice at any student living facility. You may not believe but canned beans and lentils can be stored for 2-5 years whereas dried beans can be stored for a decade or so. Well, don’t wait till that long and check out the expiry date before you eat any packaged food.
Seeds and Nuts
Seeds and nuts are powerhouses of nutrition and provide you with healthy fats as well omega 3 fatty acids that promote healthier skin and brain – a good choice for the hostelworld. You can get a wide range of minerals and vitamins from them. Moreover, most of the nuts and seeds are non-perishable and you can store them at room temperature for about 4 months or so.
They are a quick and satisfying snack.
Multi-Grains
Grains are excellent sources of fiber and micronutrients. They contain manganese, magnesium, Vitamin B, etc. You should keep grains like spelt brown rice, bulgur, oats, and quinoa handy in your hostel room. These grains can be kept safely at room temperature for months together, making them a smart choice for any student hostel.
Fermented Foods
Fermented foods like kimchi, pickles, and sauerkraut are delicious and offer many health benefits. Research has shown that they improve gut health also, can reduce inflammation, and lower sugar levels also. Also, these foods are longer-lasting and you can stock them up without worrying about any wastage. They can be added to salads or other dishes. They promise to make your everyday community living more spicy and delicious!
Frozen Foods
High-protein food items are easily perishable but you can store their frozen versions for a long time at the right temperature. Fresh chicken and meat can stay safe for up to a year or so. Fishes like haddock and cod etc. can be stored in a freezer for 5 months or so. If you have frozen poultry you can prepare healthy and protein-rich meals easily anytime. A premier student housing facility will have facilities to keep your frozen foods safe.
Living in a student hostel can be without fun even in the best hostel in India if you’re not keeping some nutrient-dense and tasty foods handy. In this post, we have mentioned 5 common choices of such foods. You can add to this list and make it a powerful list of great foods with great nutritional value. It will keep you in good stead beyond the hostelworld.