Indian Diet Exposed: Vegetarian & Vegan Vs Nonveg Diet Debate with Sangeetha Aiyer, Top Nutritionist

[@DrPal]

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[@Shajahan6]

Hi Dr My question was some kind of personal not may be related to this ,that my mom age 46,with 35 kg has a blood percentage of 6% that leads to increase of "ESR stands for Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate" to 55mm that lead infection in her lungs that leads to feel her inflammation on her back and front of her body and so weak and sudden air blocks in middle of sleep , here doctor's says to inject blood but some says blood for emergency cases that blood shows valid disease after 6 months, so we haven't inject blood but trying to get consume fruits type a lot and proper eating timing with medicines for blood improvement and for infection, but all of this she's having affects on medicines that feeling fatigue and weak k please give me a advice on this dr

[@krishnamotepalli6275]

Thank you so much for your time in providing the very valuable information, Dr. Pal and Sangeetha. I feel this is a very useful video for enhancing the good health if people can grasp the exact content with the intentions you talked about. I have three doubts and please provide your inputs. 1. If some one is going for a long fast like 36 hours or 2 days or 3 days assuming his body is already used to 1 day fasting, then just taking "FRESH LIME SODA WITH SALT/ Lemon Water with Salt" is enough ? Or any other Electrolytes to be taken to avoid the dizziness etc....like Magnesium supplements or 1 Multi-vitamin per day ? 2. We know exclusive Fat foods and Exclusive Protein foods but what about Fiber foods ? When we try to increase the Fiber, along with the Fiber, Carbohydrates are creeping in. Are there any exclusive Fiber foods with no or less Carbs ? Or any Supplements you suggest in this scenario like Inula type ? 3. I'm concerned about WHEY protein due to Chemicals in it. Can you share any WHEY Protein Isolate which is really Clean and sold in India and I am good if the Cost is high. Thank you in advance for answering my questions.

[@shashnksharma2840]

What about the ethical and ecological question? For all the non-vegetarians, U guys are killing a sentient creature for your taste buds or health... both are selfish reasons. And moreover, for producing 1 kilo of meat hundreds of kilos of plants are fed to animals... to fatten them...which is not only cruel but anti-environment as well... so little bit of health benefits, if any, * (THOUGH MOST SCIENTISTS AND DOCTORS MAY DISAGREE... COZ MEAT DIET IS SINGLE BIGGEST CAUSE OF COLON CANCER), make no sense whatsoever.

[@POONAMY16]

How can i get rid of intermittent fever

[@rockyrak123]

She says strain off the water from the curd using muslin cloth to get quality protein. That cuddling water contains a lot of protein, isn't it? Please clarify to avoid misinformation

[@RajasekharTatavarthi]

My Key Takeaways 1. You need at least 1 gram protein per one kg of your body weight.EGG is bestest 2. Ghee is good. Coconut Oil is good too, avoid sunflower / canola types. 3. Vegetarians should eat vegetables on their own, not always with rice or roti. 4. Target 12 hour empty stomach. 7pm to 7am or 9pm to 9am. it's up to you. 5. Avoid eating out or food delivery at your door, as much as possible 6. Watch your Omega 3 vs Omega 6 ratio. Eat more Omega 3, primary sources are seafood 7. Include physical activity, in whatever form possible 8. Pulses & Legumes are not your primary source of protein, they have a lot of carb 9. Don't confuse thirst with hunger 10. Vegetarians will benefit a lot from Whey protein supplement.

[@RajasekharTatavarthi]

Important Note Protein from animal sources is of better quality, quantity, and is readily bioavailable for human absorption- in comparison to any plant based protein sources Example. An egg contains 6.3 grams of protein, and NO carbohydrates An Idly contains only 2.0 grams, and a lot of carbohydrates

[@sumianly16]

Thankyou

[@dsd535]

Good summation.

[@maheshnawani5957]

Some folks cannot consume ghee due to severe lactose intolerance. In that case, replace that with oil such as coconut oil or avocado oil

[@JustMe54328]

@@maheshnawani5957there is no Lactose in ghee, ghee is just fat. Lactose is a sugar It’s highest in milk, Lesser in curds and kefir Bcz of digestion by lactobacilli Least in butter Nil in ghee

[@persona8208]

All the triggered Vegan and Vegetarian people please understand these two people are working with a bigger sample size with various people of different ages, genders, food habits... Your case is an individual case, if you are healthy that's great but they are talking about their challenges

[@ajaykisshan5995]

Seems like you are triggered 😅

[@persona8208]

@ajaykisshan5995 ofcourse I am

[@Wazlonestar]

I’m a Guyanese of Indian descent. South America. I did enjoy your podcast while driving a semi truck across America. Our diet is similar to the Indian diet where everything goes with roti and rice 🍚. I have changed my diet and started exercising regularly. And i have realized the Indian diet is not the way to go. And everyone in my family who eats like a Guyanese is sick. So I have been preaching to my family and friends to give up the Indian Guyanese diet but the people find it very difficult. I also enjoy your guest, she is very beautiful have a great sense of humor and very funny. I have learned a lot and enjoyed your podcast.

[@kausalyabahadur7667]

I'm a Guyanese too. We have to look at our history. Our ancestors were not the cream of Indian society. They were poor ate to fill their bellies. They did not have the luxury of eating a balanced diet. Now that we know and can do better, we should. It's very hard to convince people.

[@fefejustblazin]

Same here

[@TinaShanbhag]

@@kausalyabahadur7667wow … really nice mindset … it’s like we know it now so let’s start that now 🎉🎉

[@AsifSaifuddinAuvipy]

​@@kausalyabahadur7667great mindset bro

[@ramshankar8749]

If this lady,you think,is your guru then you follow but don't become adviser of your fellow gayanese citizen.Remember this lady even not a specialist doctor...

[@aneenapaul9530]

A very important reason for Indians eating grain as the main part of a meal is that it is a lot cheaper. Most ordinary people cannot afford to fill their stomachs with protein and vegetable. You have ignored this very real problem.

[@raghavgahtori7963]

What can they do about that though, it's an economic problem they are doctors, work hard and try to earn more.

[@usharetnaganthan302]

@@raghavgahtori7963 These people's target is the community who are the first generation who are making excess income than they deserve, mainly from IT sector and media people.

[@Momojobo]

They don't have that problem they're playing the vegan game with you 😂😂😂😂

[@ajaydasani6567]

Very good scientific advice though there my be some variations from person to person , but it's broadly true , and the evidence is in our burgeoning population of diabetics and heart patients . We. Indians definitely need to rethink our dietary habits and more so in the changed environment of sedentary lifestyle and the office chair ork style .

[@mpunekar]

They are too dumb to study any such issue in detail!

[@mehak72000]

Notes: Indians should be BMI

[@premgodfredo4631]

Why Greek yoghurt and not Indian yoghurt??

[@mehak72000]

@@premgodfredo4631 kzbin.info6XVQmutJiq4?feature=shared

[@mariomenezes1153]

​@@premgodfredo4631Basically, they are saying that the thicker yogurt has more protein per serving. Greek yogurt is thick yogurt with the liquid drained out (and not yogurt from Greece). You can make yogurt at home, tie it in a muslin towel and hang, allow the water to drain for a couple of hours and it becomes Greek yogurt.

[@anncai3655]

Good points, thanks

[@tiger1995grvr]

You guys stilll believe in bmi haha joke is on you 😂

[@maheswari2008]

The take away message I took from the podcast is DONT TAKE CARBOHYDRATES AS A DELIVERY PARTNER FOR PROTEIN.... Wonderful Dr Pal for the initiative....

[@aravindnxmusic]

@@maheswari2008 why are carbs too demonized by modern health experts? They can be neutralized when combined with a nutritious grain like brown rice or whole wheat.

[@venkateswarluk5133]

In fact, it is the other way. If you take carbohydrates with protein, it doesn't raise blood glucose levels as quickly as if you take carbohydrates on their own. So, plain rice is not good but rice with sambar is fine.

[@jontyrhodes4155]

​@@aravindnxmusic do you eat any of those ? You just be judge mental whole life Talk with evidence kiddo

[@sunset2.00]

Also take protein powder.

[@eswaribalan164]

What a lot of crap.

[@madhusudanlm]

This episode isn't about influencing vegetarians to switch to non-vegetarian foods. The nutritionist clearly stated that, and she has many vegetarian and vegan clients. The challenges of meeting protein requirements on a vegetarian diet were discussed, but this shouldn't be misinterpreted as promoting a non-vegetarian diet. Now, some of you who follow a strict vegetarian diet may argue that meeting protein needs is not a challenge-citing personal experiences or ancestral health stories. However, it's important to remember that the world is diverse, both economically and intellectually. Not everyone has the same access to knowledge or resources. Some people may understand nutrition but can't afford the necessary foods, while others who can afford it might lack nutritional knowledge. The oldest people who lived healthy lives inherited knowledge from their ancestors-knowing when to eat, how much to eat, when to work, and when to rest. They avoided the stress of modern-day competition and jealousy, embracing a 'live and let live' philosophy, which is crucial for mental health. When these elders advise certain foods on certain days, or suggest applying oil, or avoiding certain foods, many dismiss it as unscientific. Yet, these same people often boast about their grandparents living to 100 years old. Those elders lived by their ancestors' wisdom, and if you follow in their footsteps, you might too. These elders didn't rely on white sugar, cars, motorbikes, food delivery apps, grinders, mixers, washing machines, dishwashers, or cable TV. Their calorie intake matched their energy expenditure, supported by good habits. Even 50 years ago, Indian science books taught about proteins, carbs, and fats, though they didn't specify exact quantities. Today, based on extensive research, scientists provide guidelines on protein, fat, and carb intake tailored to different goals and body conditions. Don't dismiss this as merely 'Western' influence. In conclusion, whether you believe it or not, protein requirements are real, and they can be met from any source-vegetarian or non-vegetarian. Eat well, work well, sleep well, and learn to enjoy life without spreading hate.

[@Sang1977able]

Well said and summarised

[@preethiramasamy2990]

Clear explanation

[@thewanderingrustic]

Great explanation..

[@RajasekharTatavarthi]

wonderfully articulated👌

[@tarunyas8960]

What clarity! Wish people get this hard blow and wake up to reality 😑

[@NandanKumar-re2it]

Oh please ! A person in my neighbourhood died at the age of 102. No sugar, no BP and he was no protein calculator either. Just pure vegetarian and he ate only traditional meals.

[@mpunekar]

They just ignore such stuff as otherwise they can't push their agenda!

[@jugalsalunke4894]

Gone are those times.. People then used to go Hunting and travel kms.. eat less processed food.. not ultra processed.. sugary packed.

[@ultimatum236]

Bro agree, but it's not a clinical evidence to start with. Genetics also play an important role. Great investor Warren Buffett daily eats McDonald's Burger and drinks coke and still living beyond 90s. Just because he is living beyond 90s with burger and coke, can we do it?

[@ultimatum236]

@@NandanKumar-re2it a person in my neighborhood drinks daily and he is 85.

[@rameez1986]

We can give so many such examples of random people but it's about the total statistics. There will always be exceptions. This is the same example a smoker or a drinker gives, saying that I know a guy who smoked since 20 and lived 100 years. It's not about about the odd exceptions.. You have to see the percentage of smokers having health problems. It's like saying I know a person who drives very fast and rash and doesn't wear seatbelts while driving but he has not yet had an accident.. Same applies to diet also. You have to see the rise of diabetes, cancer and other chronic diseases in the whole population. One of the main factors they can be attributed is the diet pattern. So please respect their points as they are trying to help all of us.

[@gururajkumaresan1473]

I really enjoyed this episode of 'Gut Feeling with Dr. Pal'! As someone who practices intermittent fasting (from 7:00 PM to 11:00 AM, for 16 hours), I can totally relate to the importance of mindful eating. This approach has significantly improved my well-being. Not only has it helped me sustain healthier eating habits and manage hunger better, but it’s also given my gut and insulin the much-needed rest. Hydrating with ample fluids throughout the fasting period and incorporating 45-minute workouts 4 days a week has made a huge difference in my life! I’ve seen my weight return to normal levels, and my prediabetic condition reversed to normal fasting sugar levels with an improved lipid profile. It’s amazing how a balanced lifestyle can have such a profound impact!

[@mohammednoumaan3056]

What she said about soya chaap is completely accurate. People often think it's a good source of protein, but in reality, it's just junk food.

[@EntendedoresEntenderaooo]

I disagree. I'm a crossfit athlete and I'm Vegan! there are thousands of vegan athletes and lots of other people thriving here in the western world as vegan..... Stop generalizing.

[@mayak2676]

I make steamed soya bean badis at home & make a yummy soya cauliflower curry. No processing & tastes way better than packaged soya chunks

[@mohammednoumaan3056]

@@mayak2676 Intresting

[@mohammednoumaan3056]

What do you disagree with, and What did I Generalize? I was specifically referring to soya chaap, which is commonly believed to be a good protein source but is actually a junk food.

[@mayak2676]

@@mohammednoumaan3056 Absolutely correct. Packaged soya chunks is ultra processed

[@drpandya]

Point of watching this video or lesson from this video is not to change your religion or beliefs but to change lifestyle and habits. Do you have to eat meat or eggs to be healthy? No but also understand that dal and Chana doesn’t have enough protein for your body and you need nutrients to fix your body. If you have problems with your body, lot of reasons are mentioned in this video. Don’t change your beliefs but change your habits, that’s the take away from this video.

[@srich4048]

These are small suggestions from vegetarian mom with 2 kids. Not everyone can afford costly oils like olive or avacodo oil. Not everyone can buy whey protein,tofu or tempeh. May be these small changes in diet can help Indian vegetarians with better health. 1.Breakfast.. Normal idli and dosa--- instead of polished white urad dhal switch to whole black urad with any of the millets., whole green moong dosa is good protein. 2. Include Horsegram chutney,( more protein) sesameseed powder,(more calcium) moringa,& curryleaf powder coconut,peanut chutneys, 3.We can switch to wheat ravva for upma With some added veggies and peanuts. 4. We can mix different dhals Thoordhal, masoordhal,green moong dhal, to make good sambhar or dhal curry with green leaf vegetables. We can try taking a bowl full of it with very less rice. 5. Try to soak rajma,chickpeas,oneeyepeas, One for each day ..cook and give little tadka.. and can be taken a cup of them along with some carrots,green chillies,cucumber ,so they can be mixed with curd to make more protein.kids will like to eat. 6. A good mixer jar is enough for making Abc juice, or any other juice. 7. Ragi Java or ambali , jonna Java are very good for health. 8 .seasonal fruits are always good to eat. Papaya, guava are less in cost and good in nutrition 9.enjoy having coconutwater and sugarcane juices in between. 10.buttermilk with curryleaves, moringapowder is very good for health. 11.try to reduce outside junk food as much as possible. 12. Nuts with jaggery is good option for kids as they don't eat proper food. Try to mix nuts in oats with milk,poha ( use ragi poha)with milk and nuts , some dates in them. 13. Other than normal store bought wheat flour chapathi opt for multigrain pulka with no oil .. 1 or 2 tips can be helpful for someone... Thankyou.

[@urlic896]

Pure vegetariansm is still a big lie

[@indianf6302]

You have more knowledge than this madam in video

[@mauing]

Thank you madam can you tell me what I can substitute for milk

[@Gigachad-fq2rg]

Don't spend on expensive sarees, clothes, marriage ect

[@indianf6302]

@@mauing plant based milk and also being an adult why do you even need milk lolllll be a man not a baby

[@abdulvkv]

1. Our elders had survival bias and there genes were chosen one amidst myriads of death. They would have lived longer even if they ate fried food all three times. The average life expectancy during those days was 35 to 40 years. 2. Most of our parents have lifestyle diseases because of eating too much carb with less protein and vegetables. 3. A vegetarian can get their animal protein which is readily bio available from paneer, cheese or whey protein isolate. My wife being a vegetarian is able get her protein from the above. So don’t sweat. 4. For vegans, it’s tough and you have supplement with protein powders and soya. 5. Divide your plate in to three with vegetables, proteins(whichever source you are comfortable with) and complex carbs. Be happy and move more. You are all set for a healthy lifestyle. 6. Remember, none of us are our grandparents. If we ignore science and have biases cloud our judgement. You are in for lifestyle diseases which brings lots of complications over a period of time. Although we will cross 70 with modern medicine, the quality of life will be poor.

[@anthoneymahateva5851]

It is far tougher for those who consume animals. The main disaster for vegetarians is eating highly processed foods. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXq6fZejl5iGgtU

[@dandevil1891]

Well said bro!

[@Vikramshah86]

I am Vegan for last 7 years and vegetarian since 2010. I feel lot better than my non vegans friends. I go for run 10k every now and then. Have not been to doctor for more than a decade. And this lady is nutritionist not even dietician (anyone can become a nutritionist by doing a 6 months crash course). No one has ever died of protein deficiency.

[@KAN443]

@@Vikramshah86 Wait For 40s to Feel Knee Problems If Vegan Diet is Best Then Why India Has Low Life Expectancy (67) Than Predominantly Non Vegetarian Countries

[@mohba01]

Not to mention that she calls walking an exercise. 😂😂 While basic Google search will tell you that walking is Non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) activity. Also, she hardly looks like someone in prime health to talk about this topic.

[@KAN443]

@@mohba01 I have Seen Many Vegetarians With Pot Belly Fat

[@mohba01]

@@KAN443 and I have seen many PPL who eat meat get heart attacks and die , anecdotal evidences mean nothing.

[@mohba01]

@@KAN443 yeah. I have seen meat eaters get heart attacks. So what ? Anecdotal evidences are useless

[@food4healthtoday972]

Thank you so much Dr Pal and Sangeetha, it has been a pleasure listening to your conversation. I am a human nutrtionist originally from India but curently working in an UK university with research interest in molecular nutrition, bioactives, gut health and chrononutrition. It would have really helped if you could highlight the point as to why omnivore Indians living in India or settled in the Western world and consuming sufficient high quality protein in their diet and still >70% have some form of chronic diseses? If we have to accept the argument that a low protein intake lead to high calorie intake through carb as a compensatory mechanism, those eating a protein rich omnivore diet must be metabolically healthy which is not the case in reality! Secondly, the genetic adaptation of the Asian Indian favours consuming grain and carb as the main source of metabolic energy, the dietary protein in mid age or late adulthood is required only to meet the bodies turnover requirement and meet loss through feces and urine. Protein is not a prefered choice of producing metabolic energy. We have seen plant based vegan body builder have still manage to sustained protein nutrition by consuming whole grain and pulses!

[@shekharrama]

Everytime Dr. Pal says, "There is a patient" my mind completes it as "Named Arogyaswamy"😂😂😂

[@geethabennet6936]

Tha same here too😂😂

[@Kgk_erf.]

💯💯

[@kiranp6436]

Same here 😂

[@zaphbrox8239]

😂 the oxymoronic name is so apt. Arogyaswamy who is not at the peak of his arogyam.

[@prithalove]

well I thought Saravanakumar

[@varsun23]

Inspite of a person who was not a very poor eater, I suffered from IBS-Constipation almost 10 yrs back. It was extremely bad as I was a vegetarian and fodmap diet completely put out of options. I was given medication which infact gave me cramps and nothing improved. I was going through some personal challenges and I believe part of the ibs was due to stress. Somehow thevibs episodes triggered me to hit the gym. A good 6mo workout with just treadmill, elliptical and homemade food I reversed the ibs. I slowly got back to eating non fodmap food. I strongly believe exercises and food will help us stay healthy for the most part of it. Love your podcasts and the invitees. Bring on more!

[@s.adams239]

Yes exercise helps IBS a lot!

[@drkapilpianist2792]

Can you help by sharing your diet plan?

[@mauing]

Can you please tell how you cured it i have same problem

[@nancynahnigoh5508]

How about fruits juices as breakfast like I do , lemon plus ginger for metabolism

[@arvyarvy4242]

I'm not indian I'm african but we also have a very high carb focused diet . vegetables or protein aren't eaten on their own the are always accompanied with carbs . the majority of the plate is a carb be plantains , rice cassava ,colocasia etc,then vegetables and a piece of protein like the cherry on top. I'm 30 now until 3 yrs ago , ive suffered from IBS-constipation, gastritis , acid reflux the list of digestitive issues s long. I was hospitalised many times for these problems during bad episodes i would drink only water cause my stomach couldnt handle anything else. so when i started living on my own in mid twenties i started experimenting with food i went standard keto with focus on plants it was horrible lost abit off weight but my acid reflux was at an all time worst . i had to sleep in a sitting position to find a bit of relief. Then I went pescovegetarian finally ended up no oil or added fat vegan well that landed me in the hospital after 6months only.pain, bloating acid reflux and nutritient defeciencies and leaky gut it was crazy i thought i would die. my doctor was like change your diet asap. so i went the other extreme carnivore did for a year lost 25kgs stomach felt bettter what worsened was constipation i could go an entire week without using the toilet no matter how much i ate, when it finally cameit was so hard left me bleeding. so it was not sustainable . i gave up started eating junk and alot of it gain back all the weight and some more. became prediabetic, my skin was breaking out face and back, feeling lethargic, depression was horrible I even thought of ending it all cause how bad i was feeling.finally my psychiatrist asked me to see a nutrionist who is my is now my life saver. so my nutritionist suggested a trial and elimination protocol. after this process we came to the discovery that alot of fibre was the source of my problems. for example i cant handle alot of fibrous vegetables like cauliflower, brocolli and most legumes. so i now follow a modified ketogenic diet low in fibre no seed oils and my health is so much better im losing weight , regular number 2 , off antidepressant and antipsychotic medications, blood sugar under control. for the first time in my life ive gone 2yrs without a visit to the doctor. I eat twice a day because thats were my hunger is at. example of what i eat breakfast around midday ; 3eggs cooked in butter or ghee or olive oil or coconut oil, 3 big cherry tomatoes quatered 1 mid sized cucumber sliced few cubes of cheese usually cheddar , mozarella or halloumi cup of coffee with a little milk about 2tbsp lunch/dinner between 6-8pm ; chicken fajita( i like chicken thighs its fatty so i dont add anymore fats. 2 or 3 different coloured bell peppers with lots of onions) usually made in the airfryer. I dont snack much but if i do my favourite is a cup of greek yoghurt topped with berries. i also eat alot of seafoods i also supplement with omega 3 and melatonin for brain health and sleep'. im not yet into exercise but hoping to get there . nutrition alone will make a big difference. i hope this helps someone cause i know what its like to suffer your entire life. my mom now follow a similar way of eating and she says her arthritis has improved alot . shes always on and off though cause shes scared of losing too much weight. she thinks at a certain age some chubbiness is good , i don't understand her logic lol

[@prakashmungekar3119]

Canola oil and Soya oil did hit me hard . The shelf life of soya oil is five years . Something to contemplate on.Brilliant discussion. Thanks for sharing .

[@isahbiazhar]

I am a vegan and I consume a lot of Tofu and tempeh.I eat only two meals, a litter of green tea and a litter of water a day.I feel good.

[@motowings4030]

Vegan people 😂😂 stop ur shit

[@viijayc]

Litter in English are new borns of animals like cats etc.. get urself wren and martin 😢🙏🏼

[@TheRedPandaTales]

Yep, I am a vegan and a marathon runner. I eat 2 meals a day. I love consuming loads of greens, steamed veggies and lentils. Huge impact on my skin and health 🙂

[@heerohith]

You might feel good. But your body is not healthy. 😢 Vegan food might be giving you delusions. 😢😢

[@amitasharma4273]

​@@viijayc Are we here to learn English?

[@Jaysv216]

one of the problem I understood with my food is the quality of milk that we get these days is very poor , so I moved to non homogenous milk which solved most of the problem in my skin , body & hormones . I wish more people talk about the damage that a homogenous milk does and the whole non homogenous milk's advantage

[@rajkumarntpc]

Pl read the book "How not to die" by Dr. Michael Greger" for the latest scientific research in Nutrition

[@jenniferibarra7737]

Good input

[@cksuccess]

This lady says she is Not trying to convert vegtarians but she is directly targeting vegtarians not by saying thag they do not get enough protein but by talking about vegtarians in a condescending manner. Okay you changed to being non vegetarian. If you are going down, go down alone dont take the whole community with you. She is doing the same thing as Smokers do with non smokers.

[@rajasekhar7951]

I don't know what our nutritionists read. They don't advise whole foods plant based diet (only diet shown reversing chronic diseases) to anyone and keep saying protein deficiency which is non existent. Dal and brown rice combo is better than any animal protein. I am gaining muscle only eating grains and beans and lentle. This misinformation should stop!

[@maheshA1316]

She is clearly manipulating facts....

[@rikishi555]

jains and hindus are allergic to protein, but addicted to refined carbs

[@littlebubbles2751]

She's not giving solutions. Only criticism

[@rikishi555]

@@cksuccess how is eating beef going down? Eating beef is healthy.

[@kohilavanirmmuthurajah1907]

My mother inlaw is a Vegetarian she will turn 100 this November.

[@ABJ_007]

What your mother in law ate 90 years ago vs what we eat today is completely different. She would have had unprocessed foods high in fibre. This is true of meat eaters as well. Our food choices have changed in 100 years

[@anthoneymahateva5851]

Amen.

[@urlic896]

Still vegetariansm is a lie .Living in a fairy tale bubble won't work ..Besides physical health ,there is something called mental health and mental health is not not that good for vegetarians and Vegans after a period of time .

[@arunj.gnanarathinam1412]

My maternal grandfather never had a meal without fish, meat or egg & lived to a 100 as well.

[@samratvchakraborty5157]

What is her height

[@leekshikapinnamneni4835]

If you go to the Indian store or any store, try to avoid the snack section. It’s very hard but once you eat filling meals with good quality, protein and vegetables, it gets easier. The amount of refined carbohydrates and refined oils that have been introduced into all of our diets is ridiculous.

[@LaMa-t2q]

As someone who was a lifelong vegetarian before transitioning to a vegan lifestyle a year ago, I feel compelled to address some misconceptions that are frequently shared regarding plant-based diets. While I can understand the approach some take when discussing the potential downsides of grain-heavy diets, it’s important that we stick to the facts rather than perpetuate half-truths. One common misconception is regarding food allergies. While soy is often cited as a top allergen, it’s worth noting that most other common allergens are all non plant based such as beef and chicken, which rank as the top two allergens. Soy, when organic and minimally processed, such as in tofu, is actually a complete protein source and is not inherently harmful. Demonizing soy and other plant-based proteins without considering their benefits is misleading. Another crucial point to consider is digestibility. A healthy gut is essential for digesting any food, and the best way to diversify gut bacteria is through an increase in both soluble and insoluble fiber-nutrients primarily available in plant-based foods. The fiber content of a vegan or vegetarian diet can improve gut health and digestion over time. Conversely, animals raised for consumption are often fed unnatural diets and pumped with hormones, while fish are increasingly contaminated with mercury. Who’s discussing the toxic overload this causes and its impact on people’s health? Since adopting a vegan lifestyle, I have experienced a significant improvement in my overall health. Gut issues are most likely exacerbated by poor diet and lifestyle choices, such as leaky gut and small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO). The root of many digestive issues often lies in food allergies and poor food quality and lifestyle. In fact, my own dog suffered from inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and severe skin issues while on a meat-based diet. The solution? A vegan diet. It turns out that he is allergic to animal proteins. Does the quality of protein even matter if your body rejects it? It’s also important to stop vilifying vegetarian and vegan diets and instead focus on educating people about achieving balance within these diets. No diet, vegan or otherwise, will be effective if someone isn’t leading a healthy lifestyle overall, which includes exercise, proper sleep, and minimizing or eliminating harmful habits like alcohol consumption. With the right information and guidance, people can live happily and healthily on a plant-based diet. Scaring them away by claiming animal protein is the “purest form” of protein is not helpful-especially when people with food allergies or poor digestion might suffer from it. Legumes and lentils, for example, aren’t inherently difficult to digest. The body simply needs time to adjust to the increased fiber. And beyond nutrition, we also can’t ignore the ethical considerations involved in choosing a plant-based lifestyle, which only adds another dimension to the decision. As a dietician, your goal should be to stress the importance of a balanced diet without bashing dietary choices that have worked for generations. There’s always a way to work around specific concerns, and your role should be to guide people toward leading a healthy life, regardless of their diet preferences. I’ve always appreciated Dr. PAL’s videos, but recently, the edits and tidbits I’ve seen have been misleading, to say the least. It’s disappointing to see such valuable information being diluted by bias.

[@rajkumarntpc]

Pl read the book "How not to die" by Dr. Michael Greger" for the latest scientific research in Nutrition

[@swati7267]

I don't think this lady is a qualified nutritionist. Good marketing skills though.

[@Kavita2304]

True​@@swati7267

[@maltheerampersad3534]

My story is similar. I'm 54 and vegan since 10 years old. I feel younger now than I felt in my thirties. In the last six years I've given up gluten. All my pains and symptoms disappeared and I dropped many meds from my chronic list.

[@ankitalodhavia8169]

Hi guys! Looking to go vegan but I'm also wanting to be grain free and gluten free! Would you mind sharing your day to day meal plan? For my condition, I have been told to move into a total protein +fat plus extremely low carb diet (40gm per day) Any insight here would be super helpful!

[@rajeshwarsingh5178]

You could see skinny people with big pot bellies only in India due to starch heavy and protein deficient diet.😢😢

[@rajeshwarsingh5178]

😂

[@KAN443]

Highest No of Malnourished Population Behind African Countries

[@madhuripanigrahi1420]

American people are suffering from obesity and even kids over there.....same in UK. Obesity is the national concern.

[@KAN443]

@@madhuripanigrahi1420 India No 2 in Diabates Highest No of Malnourished Population Behind African Countries Increasing Obesity (Due to Carbs and Sugar Intake) Life Expectancy of India is Lesser Than USA (Beef Eating Country) 50% of Indian Women are Suffering From Iron Deficiency Look at The Performance of India in Paris Olympics 2024 (#71) Reason:Protien Deficiency Indians are Not Even Consuming Atleast 0.2 Grams to Thier Body Weight (While WHO Recommending 0.8 Grams Per Day) FYI Grip of Polish Women is Stronger Than Indian Men Animal Based Protien is Essential For Healthy Function of Body

[@KAN443]

@@madhuripanigrahi1420 Have You Ever Seen Normal Physique of USA Guy (With Compared To Indian's Physique) 😂🤣 Grip of a Polish Women is Stronger Than Indian Men's Grip Strength NO 2 IN Diabates Highest No of Malnourished Population (Behind African Countries) Increasing Obesity Rates 105th in Life Expectancy Pathetic Performance in Olympic games (#71 in Paris Olympics 2024)

[@shitalneck9819]

I love this! Finally, two Indians sharing fantastic and accurate information. We need more people like you two.

[@garimakumar5495]

For IBS PATIENTS: IBS was really bad for me too. I lost lot if muscle mass and weight due to ibs. The medicines helped me to clear off the cramps but just to understand what FOOD suits me took me a very long time because during the process my IBS would trigger and again I had to resort to medicine for 15-20 days. The main foods that triggered IBS were high protein foods like Red meat, chick peas, mushroom, cow milk, buffalo milk, eggs, Rajma, Soya bean, etc. I avoided all of them for 6-7 months. I downloaded an app that would track my symptoms as I did my daily food entries. 4 months later I was able to identify the foods that suited me and that didn't. Then after watching KZbin videos, I started with exercises... Especially the band exercises focussing on stretching. It would help with food absorption and digestion. And keep me away from my stomach cramps. Eat the three meals of the day at proper time. This is very important (do not skip meals) Breakfast- 7am Lunch- 12noon. Snacks - 4pm Dinner 7.30pm. Eat yogurt at lunch time always. Include the fibres( Green beans) and lots of veggies as they are easy to digest. Try eating boiled egg ( only the egg white) Remember after eating food you must do some sort of exercise. And eat dinner before 7.30pm. after that No food . Take a 10min walk, do some stretching exercises and band work out for 15min. It will keep you from getting cramps.

[@kakarott545]

What i would suggest people to do is to reduce their blood sugar is mainly reduce processed food. Get about 0.8g -1g per lb of body weight or 1.5-2g per kg. Just maintain a calorie deficient until you get to like 15% body fat. Protein for meat eaters focus on anything like chicken, beef, turkey or seafood and eggs. Take healthy fats like 1 avocado a day reduce oil and replace it with like olive oil. If you crave fried foods use an air fryer. And take fruits with a lot of fiber. And even get prebiotics for a healthy gut like pickles or kimchi. Craving sweets get low calorie ice cream or use low calorie sweetener which wont spike your blood sugar. Workout at least 3-4 times a week and compulsory do cardio every day for 1 hr. If cant meet it get an under desk threadmill so you can hit steps while working or watching tv helps a lot. These are my tips and my a1c was 10. Something reduced to 5 in 6 months without any medication. Just lose weight and get all the nutrients. I did take carbs but very limited

[@vidhyashre2850]

How much carbs per day you took.. ?

[@kakarott545]

My carbs comes from 2 slices of bread in the morning and rest of my carbs throughout the day comes from fruit and honey. Sometimes I get protein ice cream from Target since I live in the US.

[@mayak2676]

1st step to better eating habits is to learn basic cooking. Biggest problem in our culture of overburdening women leads to unhealthy eating habits in most families. Ideally every single member should know basic cooking & pitch in at different meal times. Then ppl will move more, eat less & eat healthier. Most boys/ men don't even know what ingredients & their quantity involved in making a dish & thus continue to eat unhealthy & overeating & to cater to these men, women find it easier to cook tasty, unhealthy meals for entire family

[@arjunkrishna4006]

Many men proudly say they only know to make Maggi & their mothers are proud that the sons don’t even know to boil water, awful

[@mayak2676]

@@arjunkrishna4006 Exactly....biggest problem is with our cultural upbringing! Indian mom's are completely to blame for this "Raja beta syndrome"

[@btsarmyforever3816]

@@mayak2676 It's shameful we are in the 21st century and still men in India cannot cook. They are hired to cook and clean in hotel industry hospital etc. Can never see female cooks there. But at home? Suddenly they don't have arms and legs. "It's a woman's job to cook clean and raise kids" No wonder more and more women don't want to marry. In India they are stuck with in-laws too. Even other Asian societies have moved on and in-laws don't stay with their DIL invading their privacy. If hey are good ppl it's fine to stay with them and look after them. But there are terrible in-laws too.

[@sujathats1244]

What nonsense

[@saimounikasudula1747]

Absolutely true

[@Vanajaschannel]

One of the best nutritional podcast with Indian food context. Many bad comments from people giving anecdotal evidence “my vegetarian grandmother lived…..”. Indian meals are carbs heavy so the importance of proteins have to be stressed in coming years. If our meals are fine, why are we the “diabetic capital of the world” and obesity is at all time high. Our ancestors ate much less rice, sweets were a treat only during festive season, eating out was a special occasion, walked and did more manual labour, versus now, we eat a lot due to availability, we can order every food so easily, fast food, our sedentary work style, our late night eating etc. Sangeeta is giving good tips on making changes to increase protein in vegetarian context. She is not asking vegetarians to convert to non-vegetarians. Protein becomes essential as you age for retaining the muscle mass. It is not how long we live, it is how well we live with mobility, disease free and pain free.

[@kavanacm4375]

Fasting is equal to meditation Suppressing the symptoms is not the solution....treat the root cause Have patience, nothing will change over night Proportion of omega 3:6 20gm of protein and 10 gram of fiber per meal Reduce snacking in between meals Have dinner within 7pm

[@Chuckruu]

Sangeeta Aiyer madam you rock! Well spoken ,well experienced ,thorough and up to date and in keeping with Drs Bikman Lustig Jason Fung Jamnada Unwin principles . Dr Pal you picked a winner in nutrition this time!

[@Zerocookies7]

Lot of people who are advertising false claims of healthy diets are themselves not healthy . The kind of diet they are suggesting is literally for celebrities who dont do any work at home but workout at gym . Their life is about preserving looks and body . For lower earning groups primary concern is survival and taking care of family responsibilities.

[@GoFitByMamta]

Love this conversation, some great ideas👏 Let's make healthy eating practical and accessible for everyone. As Indians, we can't suddenly switch from our traditional breakfasts like poha, upma, and idlis, but we can definitely give them a nutritious twist. Here are some easy tips: Add veggies and protein sources like peas, peanuts, paneer, or sprouts to your dishes Make colorful vegetable rotis instead of plain wheat ones Mix millets into your rotis for added nutrition Always pair rice or pulao with a variety of veggies, peas, paneer, soya, eggs, or chicken Embrace Indian roots while making small, sustainable changes for a healthier lifestyle!

[@sriram1744]

The invisible “elephant” in the room is the conglomerate of - artificial dyes/coloring, pesticides, growth hormones, PFAS chemicals, microplastics, other endocrine disruptors, which collectively contribute to immune dysfunction, in its many forms.

[@mustafashaban]

Yup and the second elephant is seed oils

[@harisomakantan6168]

Lots of elephants in the room till there is no space!

[@ravikiranved]

That dietician who ever she is.. is the visible elephant

[@Chuckruu]

And sugar!

[@kumaresh5962]

it's the overall quality of foods and calories that you eat matters. you won't get spoiled by having a pack of noodles with all chemicals

[@hasdechehre520]

For viewers FODMAP at 26:50 FODMAP means fermentable oligosaccharides disachharides monosachharides and polyols

[@rb483]

Mindblowing podcast... Hats off Sangeetha.... That was an eye opener for me reg indian diet... Thankyou so much Dr. Pal for inviting such a great person .... 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@deepalir.s6419]

Mind-blowing podcast by Dr Paul and Dr Sangeeta Aiyer thank you for guiding us for better lifestyle

[@hirenshah9247]

@Pal i have reduced 30 KG of weight, you are my inspiration.

[@appujosephjose6129]

vow

[@rahaan365]

Congratulation! You have deleted the word Impossible from your dictionary. Readers and Dr. Pal's followers will be benefitted if you can Summarize the Menu with quantity and timings. Thanks in advance!

[@francisnl3550]

Wonderful experience I am 73 year old diabetic patient Thank you both for the information given

[@neetigaribe9830]

In old days,all vegetarian people are perfectly healthy with their traditional way of eating.In my opinion not only the eating practice but your mental health is equally important for your great health. Now modern science is also support this theory. I saw many vegetarians are perfectly healthy with normal traditional food.

[@mpunekar]

Very well said, my grand mother was perfectly healthy & active till 85 and was complete vegetarian with moderate food intake. She never faced any major health issue & frankly speaking most ppl here her age who followed similar lifestyle were quite healthy. Of course we need to moderate intake of some foods and specially new fades like soya chaap, processed sugar & processed oils but these whole conversation is mostly junk & agenda driven!

[@abhishekkushwaha2455]

this is what we call rigidity. and indian people are as rigid as it can gets. did your grandmother eat junk food? did your mother sit in from of system for 8-10 hours? did they have stress as much as today’s people have? did they had food with low nutritional value? were they used chemical fertilisers which plays with your hormones ? the majority of the answers will be no. Their era was different, so was their food and lifestyle, ours is different and we have to adapt if you want to live a long and healthy life( otherwise you are free to live with a pot belly and knee pain)

[@aj_actuarial_ca]

This is called hindsight bias. You cannot draw a general conclusion based on the observation of a small sample size

[@amrtapathak5884]

Many westerners too, have turned vegetarian.

[@UltimateGamer-vg3nh]

"Healthy" is performance based, not visual. The human body literally thrives on animal protein. Sure, people can barely survive on a grain diet, but if you lift weights, study hard, work hard or want your quality of life to be higher, you need animal protein - eggs are fine if you don't eat meat, but don't just eat 1-2 eggs per day, eat 5-8 eggs or more, and never throw the yolk. Old school bodybuilders used to consume upto 36 whole eggs a day, everyday and were the pinnacle of healthy, while most urban dwellers throw away the egg yolk while eating Dominos Pizza and McD burgers. Ask these so called "healthy" vegetarian people to do a few bicep curls, sprint, pushups or ask them to lift some heavy objects for a good distance, then you'll know if they are healthy or not. Looking "healthy" from the outside and being healthy are completely different. My dad was extremely sick a few years ago because of fatty liver and other diseases even though he looked thin from the outside. I made him eat 15 whole eggs everyday, all his diseases went away and now he runs marathons, does 500 pushups everyday and is extremely muscular.

[@SabarinathanSundaresan]

Vegetarians can get plenty of protein, but they need to be more mindful of their food choices compared to non-vegetarians. While meat is a rich source of complete protein, vegetarians can obtain sufficient protein from a variety of plant-based sources. Some excellent vegetarian protein sources include: - **Legumes**: Lentils, chickpeas, and beans are high in protein. - **Nuts and Seeds**: Almonds, chia seeds, flaxseeds, and sunflower seeds provide a good amount of protein. - **Tofu and Tempeh**: These soy-based products are excellent sources of complete protein. - **Whole Grains**: Quinoa, buckwheat, and farro contain significant protein amounts. - **Dairy Products**: Milk, cheese, and yogurt are high in protein for vegetarians who consume dairy. - **Eggs**: For ovo-vegetarians, eggs are a great protein source. By eating a variety of these foods, vegetarians can easily meet their protein needs. In some cases, they might need to combine different sources of protein to ensure they're getting all the essential amino acids, but with a balanced diet, this is entirely achievable.

[@bestever1505]

Your comment is clearly generated by AI and oversimplifies the protein situation for vegetarians. Except for tofu and tempeh, none of the plant-based sources you mentioned are complete proteins, and many have lower bioavailability compared to animal proteins. Legumes and beans are not as high in protein as you suggest, and whole grains, while nutritious, are primarily high in carbs and low in protein.

[@miteshsingh1183]

Add amaranth/ramdana in the list

[@konchady]

Sensible comment. But too many vegetarians are either in deep cognitive dissonance or play the religion/higher moral ground card to justify their choices.

[@AVyt28]

Dairy and eggs are not vegetarian

[@jaionutube1]

​@@AVyt28Well... Actually, they are - VEGETARIAN means no meat or seafood. What milk and eggs aren't is VEGAN.

[@GrumpyFrogQrio]

Both of them were so in sync, it looked like they could read each other's minds...!

[@pt8531]

Dr pal I learnt that whey protein concentrate has Lactoferrin. I eat a good protein vegetarian diet naturally was border line on ferritin. I workout everyday and added whey and my ferritin increased nicely in 4 months. Just wanted to share

[@jnags9016]

I feel whatever you want to eat, eat in small quantities. Reduce or exclude white sugar. Eat before 6 pm, atleast by 7pm. Plenty of water. Moderate walk or physical work. Guess this is enof , if u r not into snacking...

[@shefalithanawala9063]

Very insightful indeed! I think we are not lacto-vegiterians, we are lacto-grainiterians!

[@u_me_n_shopping]

Both r talking out of serious empathy and pain... Hope the society changes for good❤❤❤❤

[@vaishalihardikar6069]

No problem with our traditional diet. It's the junk food, sedentary lifestyle and frequent visits to restaurants which is the main reason behind obesity and related health issues. Nobody in our earlier generation had pot bellies or diabetes or any other health problems. They lived long and healthy life. And they used seed oils for cooking, too.

[@gh0sT2018]

They used ghee

[@gh0sT2018]

Also we have a very protein deficient diet

[@adityaji2001]

Average indian 60 years ago wold hardly live past 50s . Nobody in older generation had these diseases because they died befor reaching the age of getting them . Infectious diseases like Colra , maleriya , smallpox killed thousands of people in those days hence other issues where no highlited . Secondly there where no modern medicine practitioners to examine the people in first place . They would simply can't know what they had .

[@ngghnkmhvdhnibvccbnktrusfa5376]

U have to accept the truth, traditional food such as excessive rice and very little vegetables , excess oil, and timing of meals are a huge reason too, stop blaming westerners for our shortcomings this is not a blame game this is the time to rectify , why are old ppl getting diabetes then? They did not have junk food growing up either? Think?

[@Fish-ey9lt]

Not true at all. Tons of old generation people have pot bellies and health problems

[@balajic3823]

We always love Dr.Pal. This time our Love got Extended to Nutritionist and Expert Dietician Sangeetha Aiyer as well🙏🙂 Amazing program particularly for those like me who are suffering from fbd😢🙏 The problem is how to find The Nutritionist. I am residing in Bangalore, kumaraswamy layout near JP NAGAR. Please suggest a good Nutritionist🙏🙏 I am a lacto vegetarian and I have stopped drinking milk also for the past 4/5 years as I do not tolerate it anymore. I am 55 years old.

[@HasinaBegum-wk1ob]

Inspiring Podcast.Thank you Dr Pal and Sangeeta Ma'am.Would like to hear more on Indian food and how to achieve maximum benefits...What to avoid and Why? keeping in mind our sedentary lifestyle.God bless!🤗🙏

[@geethasundaram5496]

Yeah too many dietitians given their opinions mostly in their run of treating patients. Just eat what ur body adjust to and also in moderate. We are southindian vegetarians and The cardiologist treating my parents had advised to just eat what we were used to from the beginning with little changes with age. Keep an active lifestyle which includes moderation in our stress levels. This is my personal opinion.

[@rukminigopalakrishnan2227]

Very true. My dietician advised that you eat anything we were used to from childhood and that is grown within 25 kms of our area in a moderate amount as you age. First of all, majority cannot afford what you suggest. Just be happy.

[@anthoneymahateva5851]

This is an eye opener. Just add vitamin B12 and Omega 3 and you should be fine. kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXq6fZejl5iGgtU

[@raghukpara7907]

@@rukminigopalakrishnan2227you’re missing the point. Things are changing these days in that the food quality is not what we had in our childhood.

[@rukminigopalakrishnan2227]

@@raghukpara7907 I understand. But olives and avocados and those oils are out of reach for ordinary people.

[@nancysayad9960]

What Ayurveda said centuries ago is being accepted now..... that's good 👍

[@KAN443]

@@nancysayad9960 Ayurveda Only Focused on Gut Health

[@tumpadas6302]

INDIA : We are not rich enough to eat healthy food 😅

[@KAN443]

@@tumpadas6302 True

[@ayushkanekar5698]

False

[@ayushkanekar5698]

Eggs, chicken are cheaper than any dairy products like cheese

[@konchady]

It's a challenge. But we have to be creative with our choices. And have to shed insular beliefs.

[@Chuckruu]

Not true, rich enough to order too frequently and eat lotsa chaat made you all nutrition poor! Eat like your grandma: real food , less frequently, cut the carbs , increase protein

[@MadhuvanthiAnanthapadmanabhan]

Hi sangeetha. It was a great podcast. Can you please specify what supplements to take for omega 3? Dr pal! You rock!

[@GomesDavid69]

Sangeetha talks so much like Konkona Sen, very similar style. I could listen to her all day. Not only is she giving a wealth of precious information, she's funny and entertaining as well. She really covers nutrition in a very comprehensive approach. Awesome! We can drive change in Indian eating habits with such forward thinking personalities.

[@Sang1977able]

Thanks so much. You are kind😊

[@anirudhdeshpande5941]

What an excellent program. It underscores the imperative of lowering the overall intake of carbs of ALL kinds and increasing the intake of first class protein. I have often seen Indian vegetarians suffering the consequences of their aversion to animal proteins. Anecdotal evidence does not contradict this because everyone who smokes does not get cancer. Vegetarian Indians have high BP, diabetes, gastritis, arthritis, mid section obesity and many other illnesses. Most of my vegetarian friends don't even know how to eat vegetables. I follow Dr. Pal regularly and his advice, which made me change my diet, has helped me. I also follow other renowned research oriented doctors on KZbin regularly. Such programs are boons to those battling diabetes and general insulin resistance.

[@Suderson_raaju]

I wish this episode is in Tamil so that i could show to some of my relatives.. so formative ❤..

[@vijayphoneix2115]

Dei mental 😂😂 Inga vandhum tamil tamilnu yen da kuvuringa

[@Suderson_raaju]

@@vijayphoneix2115 Ur comment doesnt make any sence, i just wised it could be in tamil so that my grandmother who knows only tamil could be benefited from it or If u r intentsion is to make me fell bad sorry u didn't achieve ..🤗

[@ushavr]

I was cracking up when I was listening to it! "When do I go to normal way of eating?" was so funny! I experienced the same thing. When you just ask for Channa or Chicken in an Indian restaurant, I get looks and I laugh to myself! Very useful information. I think this should be translated to regional Indian languages and in shorter clips / reels, so people across India atleast get a chance to be aware at the grass-roots level. Great stuff Dr.Pal! Scientific info yet very easy to process. Diabetes is a national problem in India. The government should use your channel to drive awareness.

[@joynavalkar777]

The best podcast until date regarding metabolic syndrome and healthy eating habits.. Thanks Dr Pal🙏

[@EntendedoresEntenderaooo]

I disagree with a lot of the things thay they saidon this podcast. There are plenty Olympians and athletes that are thriving as Vegans and vegetarians. Although I disagree with these people I still have a great respect for India and Indians. ❤ Lots of love from Brazil 🇧🇷

[@kiosk6196]

Thanks bro! Love to Brazil as well.

[@Sang1977able]

Elite athletes, actors and celebrities have a lot of privilege and resources with a vegan diet. Unfortunately the middle class Indian can't afford that privilege😊 😊😊😊

[@vedantgholap2375]

They all started by eating non veg since birth and turned into vegan just recently

[@KAN443]

@@EntendedoresEntenderaooo Good Comedy 😂🤣 Check The Meat Intake of Top 10 Countries in Paris Olympics 2024

[@sannickdey6160]

The tech animal based protein supplements... They are completely dependent on supplements..

[@parthi2929]

real convo starts at 2:55

[@jagalikatte5797]

You have to be Vegan because The dairy industry can't exist without the beef industry. The dairy industry is cruel towards cows. Even the dairy industry is bad for the environment. You may get less protein but you can compensate for that using plant based protein isolates. We will pay high price in near if our food habits won't change. Please watch the documentary 'Maa Ka Doodh' which is available on youtube. You will realize how cruel the dairy industry is.

[@yuggohel6375]

Agreed Vegan since 4 months

[@Rakeshsharma32q]

😂😂😂 as if we care me toh piyuga doodh koi kuch nhi ukhad skta 🗿🗿

[@yuggohel6375]

@@Rakeshsharma32q You can do whatever you want See you after 10 years

[@Rakeshsharma32q]

@@yuggohel6375 my grandfather was 73 when he died grandma was 68 chacha is 52 and healthy 😂😂😂 and I don't even wanna live above 60

[@yuggohel6375]

@@Rakeshsharma32q as your wish, I hope you don't produce your child as well

[@jaybolt100]

I agree with her points✅. And each body is different… I feel satiated with my vegetarian diet alone. But I eat 5 meals a day. But it’s not practical for most working adults. So people who can follow vegetarian diet Can still achieve protein RDA. But people who don’t have time can choose minimal amounts of meat.

[@Neptunecloud]

Ok but have you checked your fasting Insulin and HBA1C?

[@jaybolt100]

@@NeptunecloudI’m 27, my hba1c is 4.5. I haven’t checked my insulin levels… But my fasting glucose levels on average is 75 & my father, mother too has similar lab values (age 57, 52).we mainly eat millets, legumes, veggies & greens. And I’m physically active.

[@JV-oi6ch]

When you eat 5 meals a day, you are spiking your insulin 5 times a day. Keep in mind, Indian vegetarian meals are high in carbohydrates. Frequent spiking of insulin will eventually lead to insulin resistance which will then lead to diabetes, dementia, coronary issues, kidney issues etc.

[@jaybolt100]

@@JV-oi6ch 😂❌carbohydrates in vegetarian diet is not an issue if we consume whole grains, vegetables, fruits… they are complex carbohydrates, which do not spike glucose like simple carbs in refined grains, sugars, processed foods. Diabetes, coronary heart diseases are more prevalent in meat eaters. Non-veg also increases inflammation in body, leading to chronic diseases (metabolic syndrome). Whole food plant based diet increases longevity based on research by multiple scientific bodies. My grandparents were vegetarians & they didn’t have any diseases u mentioned & two of them lived 95+ & two lived 102+ years. I don’t have an objection about u eating meat, but don’t spread wrong info with ur biased views😂

[@itzakky16]

Great episode. The nutritionist shared great insights 👍

[@Mrspadma]

Calling a spade a spade - that dhal is a complex carb which also contains protein.

[@debanandanrout6393]

Less protein is acceptable. But hurting a animal for my protein intake is not acceptable...for me

[@ganesansankaran8306]

But you are ok to hurt a plant everyday, sucking milk from cows meant to be for their calves..

[@sagarkochar]

Good 👍

[@tagorerahul]

Hurting an animal for milk based products surely we shouldn’t do it

[@amaljose1704]

How do u think humans lived before they started farming. Its basic rule of nature. Eat and get eaten. There's no animal that doesn't eat another life. Humans aren't anything special.

[@neerajiyer2152]

​@@amaljose1704 Well said!! To those who are blabbering about hurting animals!! We have plant based protein available in the market.. consume that.. the point here is to have protein rich foods not the source of protein.

[@Snowdrop-88]

This conversation was so interesting to me that I started off at 1.5x speed as the video suggested in the beginning but brought it down to normal speed so I could listen to every word carefully. Thank you so much. Pls make more such videos.

[@Aarya_Sufiana]

Thanks a lot for this podcast to wake up Indian people about their diet because they think that they are diet is perfect because they are not eating hot dogs like americans..... I have suffered from chronic illness all my life, I have bloating since 29 years and therefore also chronic fatigue syndrome which has now today culminated into ovarian cancer. But I'm healing myself 100% naturally with diet and supplements only, I am on very highly alkalizing diet mostly juices and salads and some soups. My body these days likes only fruits and vegetables. What most Indians don't realize is that can start with something as small as constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, acid reflux, bloating etc. I fully agree with everything that you say and I am also right now currently vegan but want to start add some seeds as soon as my digestive system is able to handle it and until then I am managing with some high quality protein powder in small amounts. I love this speaker and I would like to listen to her some more❤❤

[@GR-cf9bu]

I like this podcast out of all I ever heard.. she knows the real struggle why we can’t maintain specific times of eating dinner due to our work times

[@vanajanarendra]

Very nicely explained 👏 i am following 75% of what is explained by sangeethaji. Thanks a lot for this video. Very encouraging 🙏🏼

[@Sang1977able]

Thank you 🙏

[@gaurikanan]

@@Sang1977able what are your thoughts on Monk fruit sweetener in coffee?

[@btsarmyforever3816]

Basically, you can be vegetarian and still get enough protein in your diet. Just need whey protein supplements. They are sold in so many stores these days. Lactose intolerance: I am pretty sure the Indian diaspora is unable to handle milk in foreign countries because of the breed of cows, the feed they eat, the water they drink, and the weather it's all different. Plus our ancestors drank pure desi cow milk and made all dairy products with it. Desi cow (The cow with the long droopy ears and the hump) has the best milk. It is very light and people who are even lactose intolerant in India can handle it. It is very low in fat so you don't need to fear for your arteries. The food our ancestors ate is also a part of our genetics. In foreign countries, the milk is extremely thick. The whole milk is full of cream. But the Desi cow whole milk is not that thick. It is why things like French Butter are so creamy and have much more fat content. You can safely be a vegetarian as long as you eat a good healthy meal and take supplements.

[@betadevb]

You will simply be malnutritioned if you are a vego. Indian "ancestors" were Vedic - they were all meat eaters. Which is why they had great achievements. Vegetarians cannot have great achievements, as your brain is not functioning properly without all the good stuff in meat.

[@KAN443]

@@btsarmyforever3816 Still Vegans Will Suffer From Vitamin Deficiency Like B12

[@bestever1505]

@@btsarmyforever3816 almost 70% of South Indians are Lactose Intolerant... Breed of Cows Doenst Matter...

[@ramyasharma2008]

Yeah thats called A2 milk, its easy to digest

[@bestever1505]

70% of South Indians are Lactose Intolerant Dude, no matter what type of Cow breed is used for milk

[@Nsesh]

@Dr Pal and Sangeetha ma’am- I have a couple of queries. 1. Can you please clarify the sources of omega 3 for vegetarians? 2. Regarding oils for cooking. Routine use of seed oils like sesame/mustard for daily Indian cooking is okay or not okay? If not, what oil source should I be using? Following a cardiac event in the family we were given a diet chart that divided oils into oils to be included and those to be excluded. Included- olive, rice bran, sesame, soybean, sunflower, corn. Excluded- coconut, palm, groundnut. I found some points discussed here contradictory to this, so would appreciate a response. Thanks for the truly illuminating podcast. Made me realise all the small things that I do habitually, that need mending. Heartfelt gratitude to the team 😊

[@omifamily4542]

Algae

[@sankun7970]

Pure good alagae do we have those farming here in Asia

[@ashishgautam3679]

Monkey’s observation - “we are lucky we did not evolve as Humams who have lost sense of eating. They do extensive researches and in the end bang their heads against each other on what to eat”

[@mkkm1974]

I appreciate the content, but I'm concerned that some of the suggestions here aren't realistic for many viewers. For example, recommending tofu fry for breakfast daily at 100/- per serving isn't feasible for most middle-class households. While the podcast offers interesting ideas, it's important to keep in mind that a large portion of the audience may not have the income to implement these expensive daily practices. Perhaps it would be helpful to include more budget-friendly alternatives or acknowledge when certain suggestions are meant as occasional treats rather than everyday habits. This way, the content can remain relevant and practical for a wider range of listeners.

[@anupamaramesh3545]

Yes as much as reducing the habit of eating outside is right, but I believe that our traditional food patterns were actually designed very well for us according to the amount of physical work that we do every day. "Pasithu pusi" is the term we use in thamizh and said by yogis. So it is as simple as eating only if you feel the hunger, unnecessary mid time snacks and unwanted food to be prohibited makes the point easy for people. But now all the dietary chart and measuring the protein and carbs may not work for a common man in a daily basis. We must relish and enjoy food, eat all the variety of food patterns designed by our elders is my point. Thanks for this podcast.

[@dip-tree]

It is so important to not be 'stressed' out and to learn how to be happy with simple things in life. The calculator-type diet is an elite notion (unless you are an athlete). Often you feel stressed doing these dietary arithmetic and you land up being more sick (even with the greatest of diets) out of stress to create a 'perfect diet'. Eating less is probably the best health tip.

[@hannahjames4823]

Our culture affects who we are Our parents gave us what they knew But the meat industry has tons of antibiotics added to their feeds The antibiotics we ingest through our meats affects our microbiome, the gut Enjoyed listening to diversity of opinions and a desire to take control of what we can Ty very much for your interview Well done🙋🏽

[@KAN443]

@@hannahjames4823 Source:Half Baked Vegetarian 🤣😂

[@keziapaulose7316]

What about all the pesticides sprayed on plants and genetically modifying to get high yield verities of crops/fruits/ vegetables???

[@konchady]

Pesticides on plants, questionable storage practices and worst of all GMO.

[@konchady]

And worst of all the sprayed pesticides later get washed off into water bodies.

[@adityaji2001]

Antibiotics are denatured in your stomach completely. Your stomach acid is extremely strong for compounds to exist as it is .( That's why doctor give you antibiotics in special pill casing or in injection ) . All antibiotics ( except steroids ) are species specific that is antibiotic for one animal can't effect other . More importantly , Think about it why will farmer use hundereds of rupees worth of antibiotics on chicken and then sell it for 200 a kg ? Why would he spend on medicines for animal he is growing for business ?

[@ShoukatAli-jr5zj]

It is a very informative discussion. I am a nonvegetarian 85 years old retired person. I start my day by having breakfast of one boiled egg on multigrain toast with Mayonnaise at 7 am with coffee and milk. Then I have lunch at 12 noon and dinner at 6 pm. My problem is snacking in between Breakfast and Lunch and between Lunch and dinner. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and various suggestions.

[@msenthilkumaran6069]

Absolutely wonderful of you both to have come up with this. Definitely an eye-opener towards our eating habits.

[@rpb4865]

28:50 that drip drip drip she is talking about (which is being thrown away) is basically whey. So you are throwing away whey from your hung curd

[@bestever1505]

When the liquid whey is removed to make hung curd, the volume decreases, but the protein becomes more concentrated in the remaining curd. While some protein is lost with the whey, hung curd has a higher protein density per serving than regular curd, making it a richer source of protein.

[@shankarmg9835]

Lol true tats whey people read half baked and do pod cast and. Confuse people it seems

[@mateenbushra6438]

My meals are non veg n veg together since my childhood, it absolutely fine, filling and satisfying. I ate my meals in good amount all my life n now I m 40, still I m eating same food with little decreased amount n I m healthy.. Only I avoid 90% of processed foods.. I m morning person n i use to be active whole day ..

[@Sang1977able]

Great strategy. We are omnivores and that's best suited to the human body😊

[@MuraliKrishnaE]

​@@Sang1977ablesoo true. Vegan and omnivorous diet is 2 extreme only suitable for specific people.

[@tomorrow.]

Absolutely!! Eat what makes you and your body happy

[@CyressCypress]

Very informative video.....very well explained and presented..

[@valerianpereira1259]

Its time ; To Globalise and popularise INDIAN VEGETERIAN DIET; VEGETERIAN FOOD. Vegetarian cuisine. export ..

[@yes-yogaearthstories1404]

A lunch thali should have 60% proteins, veggies and only 10% Kefir is better than packed greek yogurt because you will have no clue of the additives. You can make kefir on your own. Original greek yogurt is made out goat or sheep milk and it is difficult to find that quality even in Greece. I do not therefore think thatsuch quality will be available in India and if so expensive that only celebrities and the rich can afford it. Milk should be A2 desi. Buy kefir grains from a good source - e.g. my brother in Bombay. The milk here in Europe and US is horrible unless grass-fed organic milk is probably closer to our desi cow but still not comparable. And still I would never advise drinking it pure but only fermented. I use the kefir grains from my brother too. My Japanese friend is vegan and is super strong and healthy. One needs to change their lifestyle. Our Indian bodies have a different makeup and we can digest our food if made it in the original organic way that our grandmothers made. Only adopting junk food and not exercising has led to all this. My father was pure vegetarian and was healthier . We need to go back to our roots!

[@KAN443]

@@yes-yogaearthstories1404 What Roots 🤣😂 Indian Society Is Known For Bigger Hunting Activities (Before Agricultural Revolution)

[@yashisrivastava9250]

@yes-yogaearthstories1404 you are absolutely correct

[@sagarkochar]

Milk in Europe is horrible, I'll have to disagree on that......milk is amazing here ! And there is hardly lactose intolerance issue despite the amount of cheese and milk products people have here

[@udaykumara.j.3034]

Very nice discussion in a friendly atmosphere and wonderful information. Thank you both

[@jyotivyas9286]

😂😂these sheer talkers get lots of funding. To demotivate vegetarianism or ayurved or jyotish. Boycott such poor people

[@eatprotein-m7d]

Vegetarians destroyed everything Bharat had by loosing war to meat eaters dont repeat history again. There is no vegan army.

[@savithric139]

Dr. Pal lot of points not acceptable We are following you only Please don't confuse us😮

[@hOoPonoponocHanz]

the approach of discussion is excellent ... keep it up Dr.Pal

[@Chuckruu]

This is NOT a debate of veg vs non veg. It is about challenge of getting protein right and reducing carb

[@doyourbesteveryday6535]

Yes but it's not based on complete research. It looks as if she is against vegetarians

[@s.adams239]

She's stating facts. How much research and practical experience do you have? You should just accept that you're making a sacrifice with your nutrition for your religious/ethical beliefs.​@@doyourbesteveryday6535

[@Gigachad-fq2rg]

She was a vegetarian before you are stupid

[@GTR4CRM]

One of the best videos I have watched! Sangeetha is excellent- what a knowledge she brings to us .. 🙏

[@jessicalim4596]

I am Indian. This debate of veg vs non-veg diet for indians will never die down. Basically a Veg diet will never fulfil your nutritional requirements as per Western health standards. However, many Indians are veg for religious purposes. Eating non-veg makes you more agitated according to Sadhguru of Isha Yoga. Also veg view killing of an animal as sinful and hence are happily vegetarian for life even if they know they might run into some deficiencies at some point in life. Conclusion: pick your poison. be a veg and encounter some deficiencies or be carnivorous and be content that your needs are met without feeling guilty about killing animals. It is one or the other. You can never have both types of satisfaction. In fact, my grandma and aunt were vegetarians for life and led relatively stress free lives. They had home cooked meals all the time and my grandma was in pink of health until 2 or 3 years before she passed way (which was at a ripe old age). My aunt is relatively healthy too. Let's put this debate to rest once and for all and stop guilt tripping or trying to convert poor vegetarians! I eat meat occasionally by the way but never force myself to include it for the sake of meeting western standards.

[@KAN443]

@@jessicalim4596 Actually Who is Imposing Vegetarian Diet??? It's a Half Baked Vegetarians If That So Why India Has Poor Life Expectancy (67) When Compared to Beef Eating Countries Plant Based Protien Sources are not Powerful Than Meat Based Protien Sources

[@s.adams239]

You started off well then your biases creeped up :/

[@KAN443]

@@s.adams239 😂🤣 Let Him Suffer From Vitamin Deficiency

[@ganeshnh]

Yours too😂​@@s.adams239

[@MuraliKrishnaE]

The problem is that cooking methods of non veg.

[@kanchanak5708]

Dr. Pal and Dr. Aiyer I really enjoyed listening to your podcast. U have struggled with pre diabetes weight gain and have tried multiple diets. The only time I lost weight was when I fasted for 72 hours and I lost 18 pounds and plateaud. Then my cardiologist said that maybe I have the famous thrift gene and need to eat more. I went back to 3 meals and 16:8 and over a year put on 15 pounds then for 6 months they tried Mounjaro and ozempic and I must be the only person who puts on weight eating nothing and feeling nauseated. Right now I have begun fasting 2 days of 24 hours and feel good. What you said at the end made so much sense. I teach meditation and to observe sensations and do nothing is the best teacher to deal with hunger. The mind and gut are closely related. I’m so glad you are talking to our particular south Asian problems. 🙏

[@Ayesha_11122]

Lady seems overconfident and isn't being honest about plant based diet. There are tons of vegan nutritionists and doctors as well. So we do need alternative perspectives. A lot of our habits are cultural. Indians diet definitely has it's problems but those problems do not need to be rectified through consumption of animal products. Also here is one anectodal evidence from my personal experience- When i became a vegan two and a half years ago, it was indeed difficult for me to digest beans and legumes because my body wasn't used to consuming it. I learnt how to cook it properly and kept on consuming it in manageable quantities. And now i eat so much of daal and beans. Every day I eat and i digest it very easily. It has so much to do with our other habits and the quality of our gut microbiome. It took time but i have personally lived this transition. In general also we don't even eat that much of fiber so of course we will struggle digesting high fibre food. But it doesn't mean it is an absolute fact that cannot change with change in diet.

[@KAN443]

@@Ayesha_11122 It's a Propaganda To Bring Back Untouchability and Cruelty Against SC and ST

[@Ayesha_11122]

@@bestever1505 I am not making assertions and I am not the expert here. I specifically said 'anecdotal evidence'. I am not equating my clearly stated anecdote with 'years of scientific research'. Where in the comment am i 'dismissing' years of scientific research'?And there is a huge body of scientific research in favour of a plant based diet as well. I am vegan for ethical reasons. I am not claiming plant based eating is a silver bullet for everything. I am specifically referring to THIS person's claims in THIS video. Also, why are you under literally every comment on this video? I take a b12 supplement, just like a lot of farm animals are fed these days btw. It is a fact that b12 is not made by animals, it is made by bacteria. I don't take any other supplement except b12 and d3, which i take because i am not out in the sun.

[@bestever1505]

@@Ayesha_11122 Labelling and Expert as Overconfident for Quoting Scientific Understanding is Dismissing the Science

[@Ayesha_11122]

@@bestever1505 She is not the only expert in the world, ok. There are EXPERTS who wouldn't agree with her. And we are allowed to QUESTION even the experts. Now have a good day and find something better to do.

[@bestever1505]

@@Ayesha_11122 you too !!

[@balajitj]

The moment she portrayed Hot Chips restaurant chain as a chips outlet, I was like enough is enough and moved on to the next video

[@rajalakshmisanthanam6340]

Hi சங்கீதா and Pal, great podcast❤

[@nithisham3533]

@DrPal Hi Doc, I don't agree with her, totally commercial. If eating legumes, grains causes us bloating, Its because of our chnaging eating habits, So we have to adapt our bodies to that, Instead Sangeetha tells to take whey/ high protein food. How is that right?

[@Sang1977able]

I gave 6 options other than whey and requested the usage of lentils and legumes as support proteins. Did you miss that😊?

[@kavisiddu]

This lady triggered vegetarians really bad..

[@tomorrow.]

It's her research a fact she has found in the people she has worked on. It's not something anyone can agree or disagree because we feel like it.

[@AaronMetallion]

I ate meat my whole life, but have been vegan for 8 years, and eat 70-100g protein / day depending if it's a workout day or recovery. The best knowledge I've learned is from western "vegan whole foods diets", and here are my tips: - Soy / Tofu must become a daily staple! ("Extra firm tofu!" not the slimy "Silken tofu" she mentioned) It's one of the highest plant protein sources, with one of the best plant BCAA / amino acid profiles, with around 36g - 46g per block of extra firm tofu (depending on size). It is also low calorie & has 0.00mg cholesterol. - Extra firm tofu can be turned into "tofu scramble" (like scrambled egg using spices and sulphur rich Kala Namak), it can be used as a paneer alternative, turned into tacos, many delicious Chinese / Thai / Hakka dishes, put into momos, etc. - Silken tofu, the soft variety can also be snuck into dough, or made into puddings. - Soy milk has equal protein profiles to milk. - Edamame & Soy beans can also be used whole. - There's a free tool call "Cronometer" where you can track every single thing you eat, and you'll get a full real time report of all protein, fats, carbs, vitamins & minerals you've consumed with around 99.9% accuracy. No no "Daily" deficiencies / issues go unchecked. - Here's an example of one of my meals tracked on cronometer: 1/2 cup black beans, 1/2 cup mung beans, 1/2 cup of rajma, and top it with 2 tbsp of hemp seeds, and make a dressing with: 2 tbsp tahini (sesame butter) + salt + lemon + garlic and blend. This will give you a total of 32.6g of protein. - All bodybuilders supplement protein powder. You get vegan protein powder made with pea, hemp, soy isolates, with 30g / scoop, combine this with 1.5 cup of soy milk and you'll get 30+12g = 42g of protein post workout. - Peanut butter, cashew butter, sesame butter, almond butter, are all very good sources of protein. However balance it with chia seeds, hemp seeds, walnuts, flax seeds to help balance Omega 3 & 6. - People have mentioned legumes would cause bloating, but I don't have this issue! It passes through my system well and smoothly. I eat a lot of fermented foods / pro-biotic foods, like traditional brine pickles, kimchi, Gochujang, vegan yogurt which you can buy or make at home using plant milk and "bacteria culture", kombucha, raw apple cider vinegar... etc. If you have bloating, continue, and wait for your gut micro-biome to evolve. - If you're worried about your Omega 3:6 ratio, you can supplement "Algae Oil" (DHA), which is explicitly the only true source of Omega-3 DHA that comes from algae in the ocean. Bottom feeders eat this, and it accumulates up the chain in marine life, and this is what "Fish oil" is...Algae Oil is just like olive oil, but it's grown in biotanks, doesn't complete with sea life, and has no heavy metals / toxins, and you can get DHA right from the source. - Finally instead of having a heaped plate of rice and small portion of dal, learn to have 1 cup of rice with 2 cups of dal (23.5g), or turn it into a kichidi. Learn to have big batches of lentils & legumes. I make it in a electric pressure cooker, so it's easy to just soak, press a button, and it's done. Great talk, and she's absolutely right. I had to change my mindset when I quit all meat & animal products. I am healthy, my blood work is perfect, and my meals are cruelty free. I only have to supplement chewable B12 weekly (which are fed to factory farmed animals anyway).

[@blueskythinking8312]

Very helpful! What about vitamin D? I struggle with mine

[@archie73in]

Very impressive! I’ve learned a bunch from your approach. As a vegan for 5 years now I think I can do better with an overall balanced diet that includes more protein.

[@TheTejasKotecha]

Amazing conversation @DrPal and Sangeetha ji. I moved to Keto diet a couple of years ago as an effort to loose weight. Successfully lost 70 lbs but as a Lacto Vegetarian I routinely face some of the challenges mentioned in the conversation such as carb to protein ratio or not feeling "normal" without rotis and I came up with creative solutions for these. I now eat coconut rotis with curry to keep my keto. Same way make almond crackers and almond flour + protein powder buns for my "Pau Bhaji" and whey protein + tea is my chai. What you guys discussed is so true and relatable. I can also tell you from personal experience, there are pretty good solutions, however they are time consuming and we have to prioritize ourselves to make them work.

[@sagarodisha]

Dr. You are interrupting too often, you must act like a proper host. We know you are Expert but certainly it breaks the flow continuity of the guest. Hopefully you take it as suggestion rather than criticism.

[@madonnarocks4478]

It’s always a confusing debate … A balanced diet is the best!!

[@Chuckruu]

And carb heavy is not balance

[@tomorrow.]

Yesss!!!

[@suryajosephine5066]

Brilliant Conversation. Got answers to a lot of questions and doubts. Thank you so much Dr.Pal & Nutritionist Sangeetha. Great inputs😊🎉🎉🎉