5 healthy snacks for a guilt-free Lohri celebration

Written by: Deepa Sarkar Reviewed by: Dr. Swati Mishra

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Roasted Makhana (Fox Nuts)

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Whole Wheat Pinni

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Nuts

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Flaxseed Ladoo

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Gajak (Sesame Bars)

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SHOW US SOME

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