Label Reading

Superfoods: What They Really Are and Which Ones Deserve the Hype
Superfoods: What They Really Are and Which Ones Deserve the Hype
|By Shailja Dubey
The term “superfood” sounds scientific, but it actually has no formal scientific definition. It is generally used for foods that are particularly rich in nutrients or bioactive compounds and may offer... Read more...
7 Healthy Chips & Snack Products Worth Swapping To Today
7 Healthy Chips & Snack Products Worth Swapping To Today
|By Shailja Dubey
Walk into any supermarket today and you'll notice one thing there are more healthy snacks products than ever before. Every packet claims to be healthier than the next.  "Baked." "Air Fried." "Kettle Cooked." "Made with Better Oil." "Multigrain."  But do... Read more...
Multigrain Noodles: Are They Actually Healthier or Just Smart Marketing?
Multigrain Noodles: Are They Actually Healthier or Just Smart Marketing?
|By Shailja Dubey
Walk into any supermarket or quick-commerce app today and you'll find shelves filled with multigrain noodles promising better nutrition, more fibre, and a healthier alternative to regular instant noodles. Many consumers willingly pay... Read more...
No Preservatives Doesn't Always Mean Healthier: The Truth Behind Clean Label Foods
No Preservatives Doesn't Always Mean Healthier: The Truth Behind Clean Label Foods
|By Shailja Dubey
 Walk through any supermarket today and you'll see products proudly displaying claims like "No Preservatives," "Clean Label," and "100% Natural."  For many consumers, these labels feel reassured. After all, if preservatives are missing, the product... Read more...
Is High-Protein Paneer Really Healthy or Just Clever Marketing?
Is High-Protein Paneer Really Healthy or Just Clever Marketing?
|By Shailja Dubey
Walk into any supermarket today and you'll notice a growing trend: high-protein paneer. With fitness culture booming and more Indians actively looking for protein-rich foods, paneer has become one of the most marketed... Read more...
Multigrain Noodles: Are They Actually Healthier or Just Smart Marketing?
Multigrain Noodles: Are They Actually Healthier or Just Smart Marketing?
|By Shailja Dubey
Walk into any supermarket or quick-commerce app today and you'll find shelves filled with multigrain noodles promising better nutrition, more fibre, and a healthier alternative to regular instant noodles. Many consumers willingly pay... Read more...
Homemade Snack vs Packaged Snack: Which Keeps You Fuller?
Homemade Snack vs Packaged Snack: Which Keeps You Fuller?
|By Shailja Dubey
Most of us don't snack because we're hungry. We snack because it's convenient.  Whether it's a packet of chips during a work break, biscuits with chai, or a handful of namkeen while watching TV, snacking has become deeply... Read more...
Wheat Noodles vs Regular Noodles: Is the Switch Actually Worth It?
Wheat Noodles vs Regular Noodles: Is the Switch Actually Worth It?
|By Shailja Dubey
We've all been there.  It's raining outside, you're craving something comforting, and a packet of instant noodles feels like the perfect solution. Then comes the guilt.  "Should I really be eating this?"  For many... Read more...
Types of Chips Explained: From Potato to Protein-Which Chips Should You Choose?
Types of Chips Explained: From Potato to Protein-Which Chips Should You Choose?
|By Shailja Dubey
Walk into any supermarket, kirana store, or quick-commerce app today and you'll find dozens of types of chips competing for your attention. From classic potato chips and banana chips to multigrain, vegetable,... Read more...
Processed Food vs  Highly Processed Food: The Truth About Modern Eating 
Processed Food vs  Highly Processed Food: The Truth About Modern Eating 
|By Dr. Malathy Venkatesan
Processed food has become one of the most misunderstood topics in nutrition. Today, many people believe all processed foods are unhealthy, fattening, or harmful. But the truth is far more... Read more...
What Are E-Numbers in Food? Are They Safe or Harmful?
What Are E-Numbers in Food? Are They Safe or Harmful?
|By Dr. Malathy Venkatesan
If you’ve ever flipped a packaged food label and seen something like “E300” or “E160,” you’ve probably wondered: what are these e-numbers in food, and are they safe?  For many people, these codes instantly feel suspicious, almost... Read more...
Clean Label Foods: Are You Really Eating Better?
Clean Label Foods: Are You Really Eating Better?
|By Dr. Malathy Venkatesan
“Clean label foods” are everywhere today. You see them on snack packs, health products, even everyday staples. But what does clean label actually mean, and more importantly, does it really... Read more...
No-Sugar High-Protein Meal Plan for Weight Loss
No-Sugar High-Protein Meal Plan for Weight Loss
|By Mantasha Inamdar
Hidden sugars in everyday Indian foods like biscuits, cereals, packaged snacks, flavored yogurt, and sugary chai can quietly contribute to weight gain and poor metabolic health. A no-sugar, high-protein diet... Read more...