Four Health Trends That Nailed It

    • Pallavi.shankar@timesgroup.com
    • Publish Date: Feb 16 2017 1:29PM
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    • Updated Date: Feb 17 2017 4:24PM
Four Health Trends That Nailed It

A recent health report has indicated that dark brown foods like potatoes and bread roasted on high heat are carcinogenic in nature. The latest buzzword is “Go for gold”, meaning sauteed, grilled or lightly roasted food is good for health; while crispy dark brown foods contain acrylamide –  a harmful chemical formed at high temperatures. The checklist for this warning includes many delicious snacks like extra-crispy chicken, French fries, etc. Take a look at more of such health initiatives that have redefined what we perceive as healthy... 

Let’s Move

When the former first lady of the US, Michelle Obama, created a kitchen garden in the White House, in 2009, to start a movement based on health, it was seen as just another step by a head of state’s well-meaning wife. By 2010, it became a full-fledged campaign on healthy eating and a fight against childhood obesity. It also led to new nutrition-related acts. One of the biggest achievements was providing healthy foods in schools and the reduction of junk foods. This campaign had a positive spillover effect in the world. And after an ongoing debate on the need to check childhood obesity in India, many schools in the country introduced healthy foods in school canteens, along with greater focus on exercise and outdoor sports. 

Indian superfoods crowd shop shelves in west 

While India is enjoying healthy goodies from the west, the world is noticing nutrient-rich Indian foods like ragi (millet from south India), turmeric, tamarind, saffron, amla (Indian gooseberry) and other Indian grains and spices. “Indian herbs and spices are popular across the world. So we need to focus more on what is locally available,” says Isaac Mathai, holistic healing expert. 

The probiotic craze

Probiotics – the live bacteria and yeasts that are good for our gut health (digestive system) – became the star attraction in the world of nutrition. Found in yogurt and other fermented foods such as kimchi, kefir, buttermilk and miso soup, these foods, already popular with some cultures, got a new lease of life. “Probiotics are present in our bodies but by adding them to certain probiotic-rich foods you can help ensure your body and gut stays healthy,” advised nutritionist Ritika Samaddar. 


The return of ghee

Ghee was ignored by fitness lovers for the longest time for its supposed connect with gaining weight. But new research and advice by popular nutritionists has turned the tide in its favour. Now ghee, albeit in moderation, is considered good for health and people are adding it to their roti, rice or ‘gunpowder’ masala. A paper published in the Indian Journal of Medical Research in 2012, stated that cow ghee decreases the activation of cancer-causing carcinogens in the liver. 


Western superfoods sashay in supermarkets

Exotic foods such as chia seeds, blueberries, gojiberries, tempeh, quinoa, avocado, etc, have become a household name in Indian homes. Local stores stock up these superfoods and celebrity chefs whip up delicacies made with these ingredients on popular TV shows. Their exotic-ness along with much talked about health benefits have the health conscious Indian buying and storing these foods more than ever. “Earlier only olive oil had that exotic value. Now you have everything from wild rice to super berries in your backyard. Because there are many takers, some of these, like avocados, are also being cultivated in India,” informs Samaddar. 

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Himanshi Dhawan Saffron Public School

Whether its food or clothing, change is the new world-order. We need to improve our diet.

Aman.kumar Sree Narayana Vidya Bhavan

Don''t use machine to cook food. it is a request.

R.Lokeshwaran Bethel Mat Hr Sec School

Well that''s great

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