Indian food is discussed as if “healthy” means bland, steamed and modern. But many traditional kitchens were already built around pulses, vegetables, whole grains, spices and seasonal produce. This World Heart Day, celebrated on September 29, is a good time to look at those familiar dishes differently.
A heart-friendly diet does not depend on one magical food. WHO recommends diets rich in vegetables, fruits, legumes and whole grains, while limiting excess salt, saturated fat and trans fat. Here are five regional recipes that naturally contain several of those useful elements.