Indians consume less protein, prone to diseases: Report
HYDERABAD: Hyderabad-based National Institute of Nutrition in its report ‘What India Eats’ has brought out some stark findings on food consumption pattern of Indians, giving an idea as to why the prevalence of hypertension and diabetes is high in the country. The report highlights that while Indians consume carbohydrate-rich cereals in large quantities, the consumption […]
FSSAI recommends these four simple tips to avoid iron deficiency
Iron deficiency in the body can lead to abnormally low levels of red blood cells as iron is needed to make haemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells. Without enough haemoglobin, the tissues and muscles are unable to get the required amount of oxygen and work effectively, leading to anaemia. Food Safety and Standards Authority […]