Makhana (Haldiram's) (1 Serving) and Black Tea (1 Mug (8 Fl Oz))

Drink black tea plain—avoid sugar, honey, syrups, sweetened milk, and biscuits alongside it.

Keep makhana to a small measured portion (about 1 cup popped) rather than grazing from a large packet or bowl.

Choose plain dry-roasted makhana instead of caramelized, jaggery-coated, chocolate-coated, or heavily sweetened flavored versions.

Have makhana with a protein-rich option such as plain Greek yogurt, paneer, tofu, or a boiled egg to slow the rise after the snack.

Add a small portion of nuts or seeds, such as almonds, walnuts, peanuts, pumpkin seeds, or chia seeds, rather than increasing the makhana serving.

Take a 10–15 minute easy walk after eating, and consider having the snack after a balanced meal instead of on an empty stomach.