Women who find themselves "craving stodge over plates of salad" after exercising in their ladies fitness wear this winter should not deny themselves comfort food - but should instead make sure they opt for healthy options, according to Zest magazine.

Mandie Gower, editor of Zest magazine, said: "There's no need to deny yourself comfort food - and, in fact, many winter warmers are great ways to help you get your five-a-day."

She explained that homemade soups, stews and pasta sauces can all contain lots of vegetables and protein-rich pulses.

Ms Gower recommended starting the day with porridge to "provide you with slow release energy" and snacking on seeds and nuts to "give your mood and energy levels a kick-start".

Eating a varied and balanced diet with lots of fruit and vegetables is the key to maintaining a strong immune system, said Ms Gower.

Regular exercise in women's fitness wear, combined with a healthy diet, is the best way to improve general health and fitness, according to the NHS. ADNFCR-2569-ID-19443232-ADNFCR

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