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10 surprising benefits of ghee-roasted dry fruits

<keyword id="6446946" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="Ghee" source="Orion">Ghee</keyword>, a quintessential ingredient in Indian cuisine, is more than just clarified butter; it’s a symbol of tradition, taste, and health. This golden elixir has transcended culinary boundaries, captivating taste buds globally. Known for its rich flavor, aromatic essence, and therapeutic properties, ghee holds a revered position in both kitchens and Ayurveda. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="What is Ghee?" comment="subhead" text="What is Ghee?">What is Ghee?</cmsannotation> Ghee, derived from simmering butter to remove milk solids, is a concentrated form of butterfat. This process renders it free from lactose and casein, making it suitable for those with lactose intolerance. Its nutty, caramelized taste and high smoke point make it a versatile cooking medium. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Nutritional Value:" comment="subhead" text="Nutritional Value:">Nutritional Value:</cmsannotation> Rich in fat-soluble vitamins like A, E, and K, ghee aids in boosting immunity, improving vision, and maintaining healthy skin. Additionally, it contains butyrate, a short-chain fatty acid known for its anti-inflammatory properties and gut health benefits. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Health Benefits:" comment="subhead" text="Health Benefits:">Health Benefits:</cmsannotation> The benefits of ghee extend beyond taste. It’s believed to promote digestion, support weight loss, enhance brain function, and nourish the body from within. Its unique composition and fatty acids may assist in reducing inflammation and aiding in nutrient absorption. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Indian Household Use:" comment="subhead" text="Indian Household Use:">Indian Household Use:</cmsannotation> In Indian households, ghee is more than a culinary ingredient; it’s a cultural emblem. Used in religious rituals, traditional medicine (Ayurveda), and daily cooking, it adds depth and richness to a plethora of dishes, from aromatic curries to delectable sweets. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Culinary Uses:" comment="subhead" text="Culinary Uses:">Culinary Uses:</cmsannotation> Ghee’s versatility shines in various cuisines worldwide. Its high smoke point makes it ideal for sautéing, frying, and baking. Its distinct flavor enhances the taste of dishes, be it drizzled over steamed rice or used as a base for flavorful sauces. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Ways to Store Ghee:" comment="subhead" text="Ways to Store Ghee:">Ways to Store Ghee:</cmsannotation> To preserve its freshness, store ghee in an airtight container away from direct sunlight. Its low moisture content allows it to be stored at room temperature for an extended period without spoilage. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Precautions and Potential Side Effects:" comment="subhead" text="Precautions and Potential Side Effects:">Precautions and Potential Side Effects:</cmsannotation> While ghee is considered healthy in moderation, excessive consumption may lead to weight gain due to its high calorie and fat content. Individuals with high cholesterol or heart conditions should consume it in moderation. Furthermore, some people may be allergic to milk proteins still present in traces in ghee, so caution is advised for those with severe dairy allergies. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="Five Frequently Asked Questions:" comment="subhead" text="Five Frequently Asked Questions:">Five Frequently Asked Questions:</cmsannotation> 1. Is ghee suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals? Yes, ghee is lactose-free as the milk solids are removed during the clarification process, making it suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals. 2. Can ghee be used for frying? Absolutely! Ghee's high smoke point makes it an excellent choice for frying and sautéing without burning or emitting harmful compounds. 3. What distinguishes ghee from butter? Ghee is clarified butter where the milk solids and water content have been removed, resulting in a pure, golden-colored fat with a nutty flavor and a higher smoke point than butter. 4. How can one identify good quality ghee? High-quality ghee is golden-yellow in color, has a rich aroma, and a slightly nutty taste. It should be free from any impurities or off smells. 5. Can ghee be consumed by individuals on a weight-loss diet? Moderation is key. While ghee is calorie-dense, its healthy fats may aid in weight loss when consumed in controlled portions as part of a balanced diet. Ghee, an ancient culinary treasure, continues to enchant palates while offering a myriad of health benefits. Its legacy as a sacred, flavorful, and nourishing ingredient persists, transcending borders and centuries. Remember, moderation is essential when incorporating ghee into your diet, allowing you to savor its richness without compromising on health. Note: The article is based on content generated by AI models like Bard and Chatgpt. 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Unveiling the golden elixir: The many facets of Ghee

The Income Tax department on Wednesday conducted search operations at around 40 premises belonging to <keyword id="14506298" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="madhusudan-ghee" source="Orion">Madhusudan Ghee</keyword> in <keyword id="6358070" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="mumbai" source="Orion">Mumbai</keyword> and other places in <keyword id="13126" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="maharashtra" source="Orion">Maharashtra</keyword> in connection with alleged tax evasion, sources said. According to information, the firm recently invested in the power and dairy industries in <keyword id="6357713" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="uttar-pradesh" source="Orion">Uttar Pradesh</keyword>. The income tax department hasn't given any official quote in this respect. Sources said that the I-T officials were scanning the last three-year transactions of the firm. They were also recording the testimonies of the employees of the firm. In coming months, the I-T department may summon the <keyword id="22871" type="General" weightage="50" keywordseo="chartered-accountants" source="Orion">Chartered Accountants</keyword> of the firm, if their statements are required in the case, sources said. The sources said that a few documents and incriminating materials were also seized. SEE ALSO: <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/cryptocurrency/news/singapore-to-to-act-tough-on-crypto-platforms-in-the-coming-months/articleshow/92994010.cms">Singapore to act tough on crypto platforms in the coming months</a> <a target="_blank" class="c-link c-message_attachment__title_link" href="https://www.businessinsider.in/finance/news/food-items-when-sold-loose-wont-attract-any-gst-says-nirmala-sitharaman/articleshow/92993947.cms">Food items when sold loose won't attract any GST, says Nirmala Sitharaman</a>

I-T officials raid 40 locations linked to Madhusudan Ghee in Mumbai

<ul><li>Nutrition expert Dr. <keyword id="4449519" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="nandita-iyer">Nandita Iyer</keyword> shares her views on what the term ‘<keyword id="1695225" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Superfood">superfood</keyword>’ actually means, and whether we need to indulge in the trend or not. </li><li>Any food that has a high proportion of one or more of these nutrients — such as vitamins, minerals or antioxidants — qualifies to be known as a superfood</li><li>"If you look at Indian superfoods, something like <keyword id="6400986" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="amla">amla</keyword> clearly tops the list because if blueberries are topping every international listicle on superfoods, amla has fifty times the antioxidant capacity of blueberries." - Dr. Nandita Iyer </li></ul> From <keyword id="55635" type="ORGANIZATION" weightage="20" keywordseo="Turmeric">turmeric</keyword> to <keyword id="6446946" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="ghee">ghee</keyword>, Indians often tend to undervalue their historic possessions, but the moment it starts making waves abroad, we are more than willing to embrace something that was available to us all along. And strangely enough, some also resort to splurging copious amounts of money on imported fruits, vegetables, seeds, oils and whatnot while ignoring the real gems our land provides us. Business Insider spoke to nutrition expert Dr. Nandita Iyer who, after her first book — The Everyday Healthy Vegetarian — is set to launch her next book Everyday Superfoods in March, this year. She shares her views on what the term ‘superfood’ actually means, and whether we need to indulge in the trend or not. <div type="Video" msid="81211869" hostid="261" title="Dr. Nandita Iyer weighs in on how Indian cuisine is and always has been packed with 'superfoods'" dataSource="BUSINESSINSIDER" thumbUrl="https://denmark.timesinternet.in/cmslite/api/app/images.jpg?msid=81211869"></div> In her book, she has a section on 'Superfood Compendium' in which she lists out 39 of the most potent superfoods grown in India. These include: <div type="image" title="Superfoods" msid="81242013" hostid="261"></div> <div type="image" title="Indian superfoods" msid="81241421" hostid="261"></div> Edited excerpts of the conversation with Dr. Nandita Iyer follow: What is your definition of a superfood? When I was researching my book Everyday Superfoods, the first question that came to my mind is, how did this word come into being? And what I discovered was quite funny. The first-ever recorded usage of this word was in a Jamaican newspaper, and it was actually a reference to a wine brand — they just got creative. And the second known instance was in 1949, where another Canadian newspaper was advertising a muffin using the word superfood. So I think that the whole thing of using this term for marketing is definitely not a new thing because even before the term started being used in its true sense of the word, it was actually being used by brands. The definition of a superfood is pretty simple — it is any food that is nutrient-dense. Any food that has a high proportion of one or more of these nutrients — such as vitamins, minerals or antioxidants — qualifies to be known as a superfood, which is the well-accepted definition in the scientific community. Some believe it is just a marketing gimmick. Would you say otherwise? A true superfood will definitely have health benefits that are good for general health and boosting immunity. But to loosely use this term for processed goods, packaged foods, is definitely, I would say, a marketing gimmick. In the pre-Covid times, I used to love walking around supermarkets and see what new products were there. And invariably, there would be a whole bunch of new products that called themselves superfood, which is pretty misleading. It is the worst possible way to mislead people who may not be aware of nutrition and who may not be having a scientific bent of mind, so they may believe what is written on the packet. It is just a way to jack up the price of any product — if a regular food item costs X, by calling it a superfood, you can easily charge 5X. Considering the environmental cost, what are your thoughts on imported food items like avocados, <keyword id="573117" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Quinoa">quinoa</keyword> etc. In my book Everyday Superfoods, I have a whole chapter on sustainability. Anything that gets the label of a superfood does benefit the farmers who are growing that particular superfood. However, it also leads to a whole bunch of other unpleasant side effects. Instead of focusing on what is local, instead of focusing on what is in season, everybody starts rushing towards buying that one thing because it is in trend, it is popular, and it is getting a lot of attention and likes on Instagram, and that is not a good way to eat at all. If a lot of farmers start growing turmeric alone because it is the next big thing it will lead to monocropping - where farmers, instead of growing a variety of foods, grow one kind of food in one place. And that means the soil gets depleted, so they are adding extra fertilisers, further polluting groundwater. So it is like a vicious cycle. When it comes to quinoa, I think it started getting popular in the 1980s in the US because it began getting imported from Central America etc. Then the United Nations (UN) declared 2013 "The International Year of Quinoa." That just led to prices going up, and every farmer in South America was growing quinoa, and they did not even want to eat it themselves because they said, 'I could sell it for so much more so why should I eat into my own earnings, right?' The locals themselves stopped eating their ancient grains, something they were so used to, and they started eating wheat and other grains. It just destroys the balance of things in nature. This is why the emphasis is on - what is local, what is in season, and what have your ancestors been eating? Michael Pollan is someone I really consider a guru, and he says, "Don't eat anything your great-great-grandmother wouldn't recognise as food." And did my great, great grandmother know about quinoa? That said, this is a complex issue. Quinoa is now well grown in Karnataka. That is why the prices have fallen from what used to be like Rs 1500 or kilo to now it is literally Rs 200 a kilo. The good thing is that the crop does not consume as much water as rice because it is a pseudo-grain and grows in slightly harsher conditions. So it is okay for me to buy quinoa, which is locally-grown and it has not travelled 10,000 miles to reach me. So there is no binary in this aspect, which is why this whole subject is so complex and so tough for people to decide what to eat, what not to eat. It takes a few extra seconds to see the back of the pack and see where it is grown because it will definitely be mentioned. <div type="image" title="Amla" msid="81241745" hostid="261"></div> Can you give us a bit of a primer on Indian superfoods? Since we talked about how it is not really a label that matters, the questions we need to ask are, is this a nutrient-dense food? Is this locally available? Is it readily available? Because anything you label as a superfood is usually costly, it is not available round the year and is often imported from far away. These will be very difficult to include in your daily diet, and like we already discussed, no superfood is a miracle pill that you eat once a year, and your life will be sorted. So, whatever it is, it needs to be consumed in a fairly regular way. It needs to be part of your lifestyle, and for that purpose, these can only be readily available and affordable foods. If you look at Indian superfoods, something like amla clearly tops the list because if blueberries are topping every international listicle on superfoods, amla has fifty times the antioxidant capacity of blueberries. And it is so cheap, local, and though it is seasonal, the beauty in Indian food and Indian cuisine is that there are at least five different ways in which amla is preserved - it is dried, it is made into a supari, it is preserved in honey, it is preserved as a sharbat, and of course, pickled. So while amla is available possibly for three months in a year, we can actually eat it round the year by just using our traditional preservation techniques. We do not need any factory or industry to be preserving it, these are all home-based preservation techniques. Fermented drinks like kombucha seem to be all the rage. What are the Indian alternatives to the same? So, we have our chaach, and there is a kaanji made in the North using mustard seeds and carrots fermented over two to three days. In the South, you have kanji, which is nothing but rice that is overcooked and soft and some buttermilk is added to that, and it is actually kept overnight to ferment. Sometimes it is also hard because when there was rice leftover the previous night and there was no refrigeration in the earlier days, so people would just add water to the rice and leave it outside on the counter. Next morning, it will be slightly fermented, and they will have it with some chopped onion or pickle. In Odisha, you have the pakhala bhata, which is again a similar thing where it is an overnight fermented rice gruel. This is a double dose of probiotics from fermenting the rice itself, and you are adding buttermilk, which is also a fermented drink. Do you believe that those who are not buying into this trend are destined for doom? I definitely think they are not doomed. But the superfoods I have mentioned in my book are so every day that invariably, people living in India are eating many of them in their standard diet. Like dark green leafy vegetables, tomatoes, lobia (black-eyed peas), green moong, these are all everyday ingredients but poor things — they do not come with this crown or this fancy label, but they are superfoods. Whether you buy into the trend or not, if you are eating Indian cuisine, you are already eating many of these things. We eat turmeric every single day, and black pepper is there in our masalas, plus our chai masala has so many ingredients. So Indian cuisine is so rich in superfoods by itself that even if someone is a non-believer in this trend, they are already eating it. I am sorry to disappoint them. However, it is definitely not true that they are doomed if they do not buy into the trend because, anything that we adapt, it has to be a gradual change in lifestyle itself, and that is what we need to believe and invest in it rather than just flipping from trend to trend because a trend is very temporary and a lifestyle is forever. In life, health and nutrition, there are absolutely no binaries. People want binary answers because it saves them from analysing their own life and health problems. They need to think for themselves and find out, 'Am I able to do this? Is this sustainable for me?' This is why I get quite frustrated when I see a YouTube video saying, 'drink this pink tea and you will lose 20 kilos'. Which is one of the reasons I wrote this book. It is not fancy, it is not clickbait, and it is not anything shocking. It is pretty much everyday knowledge, but definitely, that common knowledge and moderation seem to be somewhere lurking in the background. It is not convincing enough for people to follow a more moderate path. Also, our health is heavily dependent on our genetic lottery. I may abuse my health in every possible way, and I may still live to 100 with absolutely no problems. And someone who is so careful about their health does everything right and suffers a cardiac problem in their 40s. I am not saying follow the trend and go after every superfood you see, but try to take some baby steps towards a good lifestyle that you sustain for life. Not something you do because it is in the news today. 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Whether we like it or not, Indians are already partaking in the superfood ‘trend’

<ul class="summary-list"><li>NFL star <keyword id="12026044" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="aaron-rodgers" source="Orion">Aaron Rodgers</keyword> said he recently completed a 12-day Panchakarma <keyword id="13262460" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="cleanse" source="Orion">cleanse</keyword> for detoxification.</li><li>The Ayurvedic treatment includes laxatives, strict <keyword id="11892706" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="diet" source="Orion">diet</keyword>, and abstaining from exercise, sex, and sugar.</li></ul>Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, the NFL's reigning MVP, says he recently finished a 12-day cleanse involving butter, laxatives, and abstaining from sugar, sex, and alcohol. Rodgers said on the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3RgrKWDYdho">Pat McAfee Show</a> that he completed a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3RgrKWDYdho">Panchakarma</a>, a period of reflection meant for cleansing the mind and body. The Panchakarma is rooted in a traditional healing practice from India called Ayurvedic medicine, which promotes <keyword id="11894571" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="100" keywordseo="health" source="Orion">health</keyword> and wellbeing by balancing the elements or energies with lifestyle, diet, and meditation. It is intended to "lubricate" and cleanse the digestive system, and should be done only with a trained practitioner, according to the <a href="https://www.ayurveda.com/introduction-to-panchakarma/#">Ayurvedic Institute</a>. Rodgers said he felt a sense of gratitude after the cleanse and it helped him relieve stress. <h2>The cleanse typically includes a strict diet and avoidance of vigorous activity</h2>The exact process of the Panchakarma can vary, since different people are likely to have different needs based on their unique energy balance, according to the <a href="https://www.ayurveda.com/introduction-to-panchakarma/#">Ayurvedic Institute</a>. However, the basic recommendations for the cleanse include drinking two ounces of warm ghee (clarified butter) in the morning and herbal laxatives at night. Practitioners eat mainly mixture of rice, mung beans, and vegetables known as kichari, cooked with more ghee and seasonings like ginger, turmeric, and coriander. Foods to avoid during the cleanse include sugar, alcohol, caffeine, drugs, dairy, and cold food or beverages, according to the <a href="https://www.ayurveda.com/introduction-to-panchakarma/#">Ayurvedic Institute</a>. During the cleanse, practitioners should avoid any stimulating activities like exercise, music, television, or sex, and spend time resting and reflecting in a warm, quiet place. In some cases, the process may involve "therapeutic vomiting," enemas, and bloodletting.<h2>There's no evidence you can remove toxins with a cleanse, and risks include dehydration and digestive upset</h2>While there may be a spiritual side to the Panchakarma, there's no evidence-based health benefit to undertaking a cleanse diet, according to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bonnietaubdix/">Bonnie Taub-Dix</a>, <a href="https://bonnietaubdix.com">registered dietitian</a> and the author of "<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Read-Before-You-Eat-Taking/dp/1979739722/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1511824854&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=read+it+before+you+eat+it">Read It Before You Eat It - Taking You from Label to Table</a>." "We were given livers and kidneys to help with <keyword id="12549378" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="60" keywordseo="detox" source="Orion">detox</keyword>, we don't need to do something like this to make yourself healthier," she told Insider. One <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/labs/pmc/articles/mid/NIHMS116241/">2009 study</a> found that, while there was no evidence of major health benefits of Panchakarma itself, the cleanse may make people feel healthier. However, Taub-Dix said there's a risk of dehydration and electrolyte imbalance from consistent use of laxatives and ghee, which also has a laxative effect as a concentrated form of saturated fat. Instead of undertaking a rigorous detox process, Taub-Dix would recommend most people to try small, consistent changes that balance their diet."Cleanses are short term practices that bring unrealistic results. The focus is to lubricate your system and push foods out, when you should be focusing on what you're putting into your body," she said.

Aaron Rodgers said he did a 12-day Panchakarma cleanse, which involves drinking warm ghee in the morning and a laxative at night

<ul><li><keyword id="6359432" type="DOMAIN" weightage="20" keywordseo="britannia">Britannia</keyword>'s essentials products such as biscuits, cakes, rusk, croissants, milkshakes, wafers, ghee and dairy whitener will be sourced by <keyword id="3275685" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="dunzo">Dunzo</keyword> from its distribution centers.</li><li>Earlier two FMCG makers - ITC Foods and Marico - had announced such partnerships to get their products delivered at consumer's doorsteps by using the service of app-based aggregators.</li></ul>FMCG major <keyword id="146218" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Britannia-Industries">Britannia Industries</keyword> on Tuesday said it has partnered with Dunzo, an on-demand e-commerce platform, to deliver its range of products during the nationwide lockdown. Customers can get Britannia products at their doorsteps through the Dunzo app in less than an hour of ordering from the 'Britannia Essentials' store. The first store in Bengaluru will be operational from Tuesday onwards and would be extended to other cities such as Mumbai, Pune, Delhi, Gurgaon, Jaipur, Hyderabad and Chennai, a joint statement said. "During this unprecedented time, it is critical for us to maintain a continuous supply of our products which are daily staples in millions of Indian households. With a significant rise in demand for at-home delivery, we are happy to leverage Dunzo's innovative and most advanced technology platform, to enable seamless delivery of products every day," Britannia Industries Managing Director <keyword id="459296" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Varun-Berry">Varun Berry</keyword> said. Britannia's essentials products such as biscuits, cakes, rusk, croissants, milkshakes, wafers, ghee and dairy whitener will be sourced by Dunzo from its distribution centers. "Across the country, there is a demand for essentials and in these extraordinary times, companies need to rise to the occasion. We at Dunzo are committed to helping our cities fight the COVID-19 pandemic," Dunzo CEO and Co-Founder Kabeer Biswas said. Earlier two FMCG makers - ITC Foods and Marico - had announced such partnerships to get their products delivered at consumer's doorsteps by using the service of app-based aggregators. ITC Foods has announced partnership with Dominio's Pizaa and launched "Domino's Essentials" to deliver groceries and packaged foods to customers during the lockdown period. Marico has partnered online food ordering platform Swiggy and <keyword id="830092" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Zomato">Zomato</keyword> to deliver essential food items to consumers. Under this partnership, Swiggy and Zomato would deliver essential food items under the Marico portfolio which includes Saffola Oils, Saffola Plain Oats, Saffola Masala Oats and Coco Soul Virgin coconut oil, from their homes. India is presently going through an unprecedented complete lockdown of three weeks, ending on April 14, to prevent the spread of <keyword id="1754604" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="coronavirus">coronavirus</keyword>. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/business/startups/news/zomato-and-swiggy-both-get-raise-funds-but-swiggy-leads-with-a-higher-valuation/articleshow/75008445.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink">Zomato and Swiggy both raise funds – but Swiggy leads with a higher valuation</a>

Britannia started home delivery of biscuits, cakes, rusk, croissants, milkshakes, wafers, ghee and dairy products

His story is like many others. Weighing 92 kilos and ridiculed by friends for being <keyword id="21091" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="overweight">overweight</keyword> is not a story to be frowned at. This happens almost every day. But it depends on you, whether you the stones thrown at you to build a wall or a bridge. 
 
Meet <a href="https://web.facebook.com/rachitduafitness">Rachit Dua</a>, a PR professional as well as a certified sports nutritionist and an online <keyword id="18974" type="UNKNOWN" weightage="20" keywordseo="fitness">fitness</keyword> consultant. Being in media, his sedentary lifestyle could have made him lazy and <keyword id="6373166" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="fat">fat</keyword>. And that’s exactly what happened. With a height of 5 feet 6 inches, quite standard for most Indians, <keyword id="183947" type="PERSON" weightage="20" keywordseo="Rachit">Rachit</keyword> felt he is overweight. Feeling obese is completely a state of mind. Someone may be okay weighing 100 kilos and giving a ‘devil may care’ attitude to fitness. However Rachit isn’t someone who would sit and let cardiac diseases invade him. 
 “After 9 months of intense training and clean nutrition, today I am standing at 69 kilos bodyweight with just 11% body fat,” Rachit told <keyword id="824043" type="COMPANY" weightage="20" keywordseo="Business-Insider">Business Insider</keyword>. 
 
We analysed his diet and daily workout schedules. See the slideshow below how it looks like.

This guy lost 23 kilos in 9 months. His diet included cheese
omelette and paneer sabzi cooked in desi ghee!

No matter how many exotic dishes you taste, "Maa ke haath ka khaana" is something that can never be forgotten. Almost every Indian mom has that one special dish that makes the entire family want to eat to their heart's content. On the occasion of <keyword id="23565163" type="General" weightage="100" keywordseo="World-Food-Day" source="keywords">World Food Day</keyword> today, we connected with a few Indian moms and asked them their special yet nutritious dish that gets their families' attention. Read on to know some healthy yet tasty recipes and try them out yourself! <h2>Archana Singh recommends Rava potato bites</h2> Archana Singh, a homemaker hailing from New Delhi, recommends <keyword id="23570396" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Rava-bites" source="keywords">Rava bites</keyword> for a quick, healthy and delicious snack. All you need is 500 grams rava (a type of flour made from durum wheat), 50 grams cheese and 50 grams mashed potato. You also need some salt, oregano and chilly flakes, as per taste. Now, to make the potato bites, boil some water and put oregano, salt and chilli flakes. Now, lower the flame and start adding rava to this boiled water mixture. Add the rava gradually and keep mixing till it gets thicker and you get a dough. Now, remove this from the flame and let it cool. Once the dough cools down, make small bite-sized balls and add grated cheese and mashed potatoes to them. Take these bites and deep fry them. For a healthier recipe, you can opt for the air fryer. <h2>Meenakshi Sharma recommends home-made uttapam</h2> Who doesn't love the Indian version of pancakes, Uttapam? And they are really easy to make. Meenakshi Sharma, a teacher by profession, rarely gets time in the kitchen but when she does, her favourite go-to healthy snack is uttapam. You’ll need some idli batter prepared the previous day, along with a cup of chopped onions, tomatoes, spinach, and cilantro. You’ll also require half a cup of grated carrots and two tablespoons of vegetable oil. These simple ingredients will come together to create a nutritious and flavourful dish Start by combining the idli batter with the chopped vegetables in a bowl. Then, heat a non-stick pan with a little vegetable oil. Pour a ladle of the batter onto the pan, ensuring it remains thicker than a dosa. You will know that the batter is cooked when you notice little circles appear on it. Once you spot them, flip the uttapam and cook from the other side. Allow the uttapam to cook for about five minutes until the vegetables are slightly crisp. Serve hot, pairing it with coconut or groundnut chutney, or sambar for added flavour. <h2>Sumeeta Bindra recommends this <keyword id="23570397" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Veggie-rice-bowl" source="keywords">veggie rice bowl</keyword></h2> Sumeeta Bindra, another teacher hailing from New Delhi, swears by this veggie rice bowl recipe to satiate your hunger pangs in a quick and healthy way. For this Veggie Rice Bowl recipe, you’ll need one tablespoon of oil, about 6-7 garlic cloves, a bowl of your preferred vegetables, salt, oregano, a tablespoon each of chilli flakes and pizza pasta sauce, 1.5 cups of milk, and a slice of cheese. For the rice, gather another tablespoon of oil, 5-6 garlic cloves, some coriander leaves, and a bowl of boiled rice. Start by sautéing the vegetables with garlic, adding salt, chilli flakes, and cooking for a minute. Then, stir in the pizza pasta sauce, milk, and cheese, letting everything simmer until well combined. Set this aside. For the rice, sauté the chopped garlic and coriander leaves, seasoning with salt and pepper before mixing in the boiled rice. Finally, serve the sautéed veggies and rice together in a bowl for a hearty meal. <h2>Archana Kumar recommends roasted makhana </h2>Archana Kumar, a homemaker from New Delhi, feels nothing is better than some makhanas for those hunger cravings. To prepare roasted makhana, you’ll need two cups of makhana (fox nuts) and one tablespoon of cow ghee. Begin by heating a pan and adding the makhana along with the ghee. Roast them on a medium flame for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure they become crispy and evenly roasted. Once done, sprinkle one teaspoon of Himalayan pink salt over the roasted makhana, and they’re ready to be served as a crunchy, healthy snack.

World Food Day 2024: Healthy yet tasty recipes from Indian moms’ kitchens because home is where the health is

<keyword id="137842" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="Jaggery" source="Orion">Jaggery</keyword>, a natural sweetener crafted from sugarcane juice or date palm sap, is a wonderful alternative to regular sugar. Beyond its unique flavor, jaggery brings a heap of health benefits. Let's explore 10 delightful <keyword id="1391" type="General" weightage="20" keywordseo="sweets" source="Orion">sweets</keyword> that you can easily whip up using this natural sweetener, perfect for adding a healthier touch to your festive celebrations. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="1. Jaggery and Peanut Ladoo" comment="subhead" text="1. Jaggery and Peanut Ladoo">1. Jaggery and Peanut Ladoo</cmsannotation> Elevate your snacking game by roasting peanuts to perfection, blending them with grated jaggery, and crafting these delectable, protein-packed ladoos. A symphony of nutty bliss awaits! <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="2. Jaggery Rice Pudding (Gur ki Kheer)" comment="subhead" text="2. Jaggery Rice Pudding (Gur ki Kheer)">2. Jaggery Rice Pudding (Gur ki Kheer)</cmsannotation> Immerse yourself in the luxurious world of creamy elegance with this jaggery-infused rice pudding. Cooked in milk until it reaches a velvety texture, sweetened with jaggery, and adorned with cardamom and nuts, it's a dessert fit for royalty. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="3. Jaggery and Coconut Ladoo" comment="subhead" text="3. Jaggery and Coconut Ladoo">3. Jaggery and Coconut Ladoo</cmsannotation> Experience a taste of the tropics with these delightful jaggery and coconut ladoos. The marriage of grated coconut and melted jaggery, rolled into small, irresistible balls, promises a tropical paradise in every bite. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="4. Jaggery and Sesame Seeds Balls (Til Ladoo)" comment="subhead" text="4. Jaggery and Sesame Seeds Balls (Til Ladoo)">4. Jaggery and Sesame Seeds Balls (Til Ladoo)</cmsannotation> Revel in the harmony of sweet and nutty delight with these jaggery and sesame seeds balls. Roasted sesame seeds blended with jaggery create a crunchy goodness that's impossible to resist. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="5. Jaggery and Wheat Flour Halwa (Atta Halwa)" comment="subhead" text="5. Jaggery and Wheat Flour Halwa (Atta Halwa)">5. Jaggery and Wheat Flour Halwa (Atta Halwa)</cmsannotation> Transport yourself to a world of warm comfort with this wheat flour halwa. Roasted to perfection in ghee, sweetened with jaggery, and cooked until it forms a delightful halwa, it's a comforting embrace in every spoonful. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="6. Jaggery and Oats Cookies" comment="subhead" text="6. Jaggery and Oats Cookies">6. Jaggery and Oats Cookies</cmsannotation> Revamp your favorite oatmeal cookie recipe with a healthy twist. Replace sugar with grated jaggery for a guilt-free indulgence that doesn't compromise on flavor. It's a treat for your taste buds and your well-being. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="7. Jaggery and Flattened Rice Treat (Poha Ladoo)" comment="subhead" text="7. Jaggery and Flattened Rice Treat (Poha Ladoo)">7. Jaggery and Flattened Rice Treat (Poha Ladoo)</cmsannotation> Embrace the quick and tasty delight of these poha ladoos. A blend of flattened rice, grated jaggery, and cardamom creates a treat that's not just easy to make but also irresistibly delicious. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="8. Jaggery and Ghee Roasted Chana" comment="subhead" text="8. Jaggery and Ghee Roasted Chana">8. Jaggery and Ghee Roasted Chana</cmsannotation> Elevate your snack game with these protein-packed jaggery and ghee roasted chana. Crunchy chickpeas coated in ghee and sprinkled with powdered jaggery create a sweet and savory powerhouse. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="9. Jaggery and Semolina (Rava) Sheera" comment="subhead" text="9. Jaggery and Semolina (Rava) Sheera">9. Jaggery and Semolina (Rava) Sheera</cmsannotation> Find solace in the divine simplicity of this jaggery-infused semolina sheera. Cooked in ghee, sweetened with jaggery, and garnished with nuts, it's a comforting sweet dish that speaks to the soul. <cmsannotation type="cmsannotation" annotationid="10. Jaggery and Banana Pancakes" comment="subhead" text="10. Jaggery and Banana Pancakes">10. Jaggery and Banana Pancakes</cmsannotation> Elevate your breakfast or dessert with these banana pancakes sweetened with jaggery. A fruity flair adds a delightful twist to this healthy and delicious option, making every bite a celebration of flavors. These 10 jaggery-infused sweets not only bring joy to your taste buds but also offer a healthier twist to your festive celebrations. Embrace the goodness of natural sweetness and indulge in these delightful treats guilt-free! Note: The article is based on content generated by AI models like Bard and Chatgpt. SEE ALSO: <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/science/health/food/immunity-boosting-foods-you-can-easily-find-at-home/articleshow/104732353.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">6 Immunity-boosting foods you can easily find at home</a> <a href="https://www.businessinsider.in/science/health/food/webstories/famous-indian-dishes-that-are-not-originally-from-india/slidelist/104728773.cms" data-type="tilCustomLink" target="_blank">Famous Indian Dishes that are not originally Indian</a>

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