A food researcher is challenging the habit of labeling entire cuisines as dietary villains, arguing that public anxiety often targets the wrong meals.
Krish Ashok contends that rice, ghee and regional staples absorb blame while ultra-processed snacks and sweetened beverages receive far less scrutiny.
Nutrition specialists who reviewed his framing said demonizing familiar home cooking can push consumers toward packaged substitutes marketed as healthier.
Dietitians instead emphasize portion balance, cooking methods and the share of calories coming from heavily refined products.
The debate arrives as Indian households navigate rising grocery costs and conflicting wellness advice on social media.
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https://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/health/food-researcher-krish-ashok-on-why-we-blame-certain-foods-villain-10677046/