Did you know that biryani and pizza topped the list of food orders in India on New Year’s Eve? While we enjoy carb-rich foods like rice, bread, and sugary snacks, we’re overlooking something crucial—protein and nutritious grains like millets.
Carbs provide a quick energy boost, but consuming them in excess can lead to health issues. Too many carbs convert into sugar in the blood, increasing the risk of diabetes and inflammation, especially in young people. In fact, even some diabetics in India struggle with carb-heavy diets, which only worsen their condition.
The problem isn’t limited to fast food—traditional meals are also heavy on carbs, a habit that has grown since the Green Revolution. While the movement helped increase food production, it also made us overly reliant on rice and wheat. Now, it’s time for a new food revolution to restore balance.
In many countries, meals are centered around protein—like eggs, chicken, or beans—important for muscle growth, tissue repair, and overall health. As incomes rise, more Indians are incorporating protein-rich foods into their diets, but we need to keep this trend going and ensure there's no stigma attached to choices, including meat consumption.
We also need to bring back grains like millets, which were once staples in India. Millets are low-GI, meaning they don’t cause rapid spikes in blood sugar, and they’re more sustainable to grow, needing less water and fertilizer. However, current farming policies make it difficult for farmers to cultivate millets, and that needs to change.
We can all start making healthier choices today—add more protein, incorporate millets into meals, and reduce processed foods. By eating more mindfully, we’ll feel better and have more energy for the celebrations ahead. Let’s make 2025 the year of healthier eating!
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