News India Live, Digital Desk: As soon as the winter season arrives, our mind starts running towards hot samosas, pakodas and fried foods. But in the name of taste, we often compromise our health. In such a situation, ‘roasted gram’ present in the kitchen of our house is such a superfood, which is not only amazing in taste, but also gives tremendous strength to fight winter diseases. It is often called ‘poor man’s almond’, but believe me, its benefits are no less than any expensive dry fruit. Just the way of eating it should be right. Why roasted gram in winter? Our body needs more energy and heat during cold days. Roasted gram is hot in nature and contains plenty of protein and fiber. Chewing it and eating it speeds up the body’s metabolism, which makes you feel active throughout the day. A pairing that increases blood and drives away cold. In olden times, grandparents often advised eating gram and jaggery in winters. There is a deep science behind this. Gram contains iron and jaggery helps in digesting it and increasing blood in the body. If you suffer from cold hands and feet in winter or feel tired frequently, then consume some roasted gram and jaggery every day in the afternoon. It will also make your bones as strong as iron. The ‘secret weapon’ of weight loss. If you are troubled by increasing weight during winters, then roasted gram can be your best friend. After eating this, you do not feel hungry for a long time, due to which you are saved from eating unhealthy things again and again. It is low in calories but full of energy, which is also perfect for those who work out. What is the best way to eat it? Often people make the mistake of eating gram by removing its peel. Keep in mind, the real strength and fiber is in the peel itself. Eating roasted gram without removing the peel is very good for the digestive system. Take care of water: One should avoid drinking a lot of water immediately after eating roasted gram, otherwise there may be a complaint of hoarseness or digestive upset. It is better to drink water after about 20-30 minutes. Right time: It is most beneficial to eat it as a snack during morning breakfast or evening tea. On the go… In today’s era when we are running after foreign ‘oats’ or ‘quinoa’, we should not forget these indigenous and affordable treasures of ours. This winter of 2026, keep a handful of roasted gram in your bag or pocket and increase your immunity in a natural way instead of medicines.