Ditch those chocolate bars, oily samosas and soggy potato chips. Melissa D'costa found a bagful of healthy, delicious goodies that promise to pack in an extra punch for your next monsoon trek
Ditch those chocolate bars, oily samosas and soggy potato chips. Melissa D'costa found a bagfulu00a0of healthy, delicious goodies that promise to pack in an extra punch for your next monsoon trekRaise the barHealth bars (Rs 15 onwards) are available in different flavours including Mixed Fruits, Roasted Almonds, Apple, Vanilla and Chocolate. They are a good source of instant energy, while bars made with honey are okay, it's best to avoid those rich in sugar, chocolate and malts.
at Hypercity outlets at Thane, Malad and Vashi.
Tank up treatsEnergy drinks like Gatorade (Rs 85) and Soccerade (Rs 75) contain sugars and other energy compounds that help feed the muscles and delay fatigue.
at Godrej Nature's Basket outlets across the city.
Barley good newsBarley Malt Powder (Rs 45) and ready-to-eat Barley Porridge (Rs 20 to Rs 40) are recommended for an overnight trek as they release energy, gradually into the body. They can be consumed with hot or cold milk and are instant energy boosters.
at GreenFields, Army Navy Building (back entrance), Kala Ghoda.
No better than noodlesInstant noodles (Rs 85) are a convenient and hassle-free option for trekkers. Apart from regular flavours like Masala, you can also pick up Seafood, Chicken and Corn and Mushroom flavours.
at Hypercity outlets at Thane, Malad and Vashi.
Crunchy mattersPeanuts Chikki (Rs 100) made with jaggery are a good source of energy, glucose and protein as they contain peanuts. This helps you build muscle and fight fatigue.
at Godrej Nature's Basket outlets across the city.
Nuts over 'emPeanuts (Rs 100) are a good source of protein, and are especially recommended for longer treks as the body needs proteins to maintain and build muscles.
at Godrej Nature's Basket outlets across the city.
