Rujuta Diwekar isn’t the kind of celebrity nutritionist who peddles expensive supplements and hard-to-pronounce superfoods. She’s the kind of health expert who believes that the key to getting Kareena Kapoor Khan and Alia Bhatt into the best shape of their lives lies in eating homegrown foods that are the best for our genetic make-up. Not to mention, far more affordable than something flown in from half-way across the world.
But is any Indian diet complete without a daily glass of chai? Whether you’re partial to your 4 pm ‘cutting’ or swear by your grandmom’s special blend, chai is something that unites us as Indians. With dietary fads and trends dictating what your body needs and doesn’t, Rujuta spills the tea on, well… tea.
When to avoid drinking chai?
– The first things as you wake up
– Right before sleeping
– in place of a meal during the day
How many cups of chai should you consume in a day?
According to Rujuta, 2-3 cups are totally fine.
Is green tea or green coffee healthier than the alternative?
“Only for profits, not people,” insists Rujuta, adding that Indian masala chai (with milk and spices) is now being considered as an antioxidant-rich health drink to aid recovery.
Can I add sugar or should stick to sugarfree?
Sugar for sure. WHO and other global diabetes organizations say 6-9 tsp of sugar a day is acceptable. Add sugar to your chai, but avoid the invisible sugar from packaged food (breakfast cereals, fruit juice, biscuits, etc).
Alia Bhatt’s exact diet, as planned by Rujuta Diwekar
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