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Fruit-based spreads
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) Fruit-based spreads like jam are favorites across all age groups, but it's important...
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May 10, 20241 min read
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Non-dairy milk
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) Soy milk is a standout among non-dairy milks like oat, almond, and millet due to its...
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Low carb/keto bars
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) Low-carb/keto bars are a popular choice for individuals pursuing specific health...
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May 10, 20241 min read
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Ghee/Clarified Butter
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) Ghee is ideal for Indian cooking due to its high smoke point, allowing it to be used...
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May 10, 20241 min read
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High fiber/protein bars
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) High fiber and protein bars are often marketed as healthy, but they can be loaded...
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May 10, 20241 min read
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Butter
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) Annatto, a natural dye derived from achiote tree seeds, is often added to butter to...
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May 10, 20241 min read
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Digestive supplements
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) Sweeteners are often added to digestive supplements to enhance their taste. However,...
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May 10, 20241 min read
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Plain Milk
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) Both packet milk (pasteurized) and UHT (Ultra-High Temperature) treated milk in...
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May 10, 20241 min read
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Instant Sweetened cereals
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) Instant cereals are considered as an healthy breakfast alternative over traditional...
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Supplemental Drinks
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) Flavors like chocolate, vanilla, and caramel are commonly added to supplemental...
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May 10, 20241 min read
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Packaged Drinking Water
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) Packaged drinking water, commonly sold in plastic bottles, raises concerns about...
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May 10, 20241 min read
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Supplemental Baby Foods
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) According to FSSAI guidelines, added sugars are not permitted in baby foods....
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May 10, 20241 min read
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Instant Quick Cooking Oats
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) Instant quick-cooking oats, whether plain or flavored, offer a convenient and...
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May 10, 20241 min read
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White Rice
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) Among the top five varieties of white rice used across India, Basmati rice typically...
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May 10, 20241 min read
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Fruit Juices (less than 100% juice)
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) Despite their healthy image, these products typically list water as their primary...
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May 10, 20241 min read
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Unsweetened RTE Cereals
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) These Ready to eat cereals provide essential nutrients such as dietary fiber,...
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May 10, 20241 min read
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Packaged Chips
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) Flavor enhancers like INS 627 and INS 635 often found in packaged chips. These...
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May 10, 20241 min read
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Sweetened RTE Cereals
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) Many products cleverly include ingredients like cereal extract, malt extract, corn...
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May 10, 20241 min read
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Fresh/frozen veggies & fruits
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) Frozen vegetables and fruits are often mistaken for being less nutritious than their...
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May 10, 20241 min read
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Regular carbonated drinks
Devi Gajendran (Lead Clinical Nutritionist @truthin) These beverages often contain between 15 to 26 grams of added sugar per 200ml...
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May 10, 20241 min read
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