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News18
03-08-2025
- Health
- News18
Go For These Guilt-Free Snacks To Munch On This Monsoon Season
Here is a range of meticulously designed, diet-approved, guilt-free snacks that will satisfy your monsoon cravings without compromising your ultimate health goals As the cosy monsoon is here, the aroma of wet earth has started to fill the air. It's a call to indulge in delightful snacks to calm your cravings for some crunches and munches. While the traditional snacks such as pakodas, samosa and momos are undeniably tempting, they don't align well with the health-conscious consumers and their lifestyle. But there's no need to forfeit your favourite rainy-day treats. Here is a range of meticulously designed, diet-approved, guilt-free snacks that will satisfy your monsoon cravings without compromising your ultimate health goals. Each snack is crafted with nutritious ingredients, making them not only flavorful but also a healthy alternative to the classic fried favourites. Enjoy the pitter-patter of raindrops while munching on these wholesome creations, ensuring that your monsoon is filled with joy and health! To Be Honest (TBH) Crunchies Made from 100% real fruits and vegetables, To Be Honest is one of India's leading D2C Healthy Snack Brands, offering a range of healthy snacks with irresistibly unique flavours such as Okra, Beetroot, Sweet Potato and many more. Curated carefully using the innovative Vacuum Cooking process, it is one of the best snacks for your munchies cravings during monsoon. With no artificial additives or preservatives, these chips are a wholesome alternative to traditional fried snacks, providing a nutritious experience. Enjoy the taste of health and wellness with these vegan-friendly and guilt-free snacks even as the rains pour outside! It's your perfect companion to a healthier tomorrow. In a world increasingly focused on health and wellness, Eat Better Co's innovative snack line offers a delectable alternative to traditional fried and carb-heavy alternatives, tantalising taste buds while keeping fitness goals in sight. From crispy, satisfying bites to indulgent, chocolaty treats and zesty, spicy choices, Eat Better Co's diverse offerings are designed to enhance the snacking experience, perfect for those dreary rainy day cravings. Its flavorful dry-fruit laddoos offer a quick boost of energy and a delightful experience. Each product is crafted innovatively, blending ancient food wisdom with today's nutritional demands, ensuring that every snack not only delights but also improves gut health. RiteBite Max Protein Chips As the rains pour down this monsoon season, treat yourself to these guilt-free snacks that are perfect for munching! Swap out pakodas or unhealthy snacks with these delicious protein-packed chips that offer a burst of flavour while keeping your health in check. Each chip is loaded with 25g of protein and 10g of fibre, keeping you satisfied and energised throughout the day. Made from super grains like sorghum, quinoa, oats, and ragi, they're not only tasty but also packed with essential nutrients. Plus, they're low GI and gluten-free, making them a fantastic choice for stable blood sugar levels. Enjoy Max Protein Peri Peri Chips alongside a steaming cup of adrak chai while you cosy up during those rainy days, what a treat! Prolicious High Protein Traditional Khakhra These guilt-free treats are the perfect option to enjoy during the monsoon season if you are a fan of authentic, traditional snacks like khakhra! Prolicious high-protein khakhras are highly nutritious and a perfect alternative to heavier snacks. It is not only crispy and satisfying but also loaded with plant-based protein. With each khakhra offering 7 grams of protein, twice that of standard varieties, they are the perfect on-the-go option for all fitness enthusiasts. Made with wholesome ingredients and roasted in Rice Bran Oil, they contain no preservatives or palm oil. Its lower calorie count makes it an excellent choice for weight management. Indulge in its savoury flavours and let it transform your snack time during monsoon. Kickstart your rainy morning days with a bowl of Yogabar Protein Muesli, which delivers 40% of your daily protein requirements. This nutrient-rich alternative to oily and carb-loaded snacks features whey protein isolate, almonds, probiotics, dark chocolate, chia seeds, and pumpkin seeds. It is all natural and gluten-free, perfect for those with dietary restrictions. It can also be savoured as a delightful afternoon treat. It's not only delicious but also a nourishing choice for the monsoon! The News18 Lifestyle section brings you the latest on health, fashion, travel, food, and culture — with wellness tips, celebrity style, travel inspiration, and recipes. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated! view comments Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: August 03, 2025, 09:53 IST News lifestyle Go For These Guilt-Free Snacks To Munch On This Monsoon Season Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
7NEWS
13-07-2025
- Health
- 7NEWS
How to enjoy winter comfort foods without the crash
Malissa Fedele is a clinical nutritionist. She aims to inspire and empower individuals to achieve optimal health and happiness. Today, she will be talking about comfort foods without the crash (AKA How to enjoy winter comfort food without the bloating, fatigue, or sugar crashes.). Malissa is going to show how to make:Chickpea and sweet potato curry and Berry crumble. Recipe below: Sweet Potato and Chickpea Coconut Curry Ingredients: 1 tbsp coconut oil 1 brown onion 2-3 garlic cloves 1 knob of ginger 1 knob if butter or ghee 2 tins chickpeas 2 large sweet potato, diced 2 tsp curry powder 1 tsp turmeric powder 2 tsp garam masala 1 tsp chilli powder 1/2 tsp cumin 1 1/2 tins coconut milk 1 tin peeled tomatoes 1/2 tin polpa (or just 1 tbsp tomato paste) Chopped coriander leaves (optional) Salt and black pepper Method: SAUTÉ THE AROMATICS: Heat coconut oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, garlic, and grated ginger. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until fragrant and softened. ADD SPICES: Stir in the butter or ghee, then add the curry powder, turmeric, garam masala, chili powder, and cumin. Cook for 1–2 minutes until the spices are toasted and aromatic. COOK THE SWEET POTATO & CHICKPEAS Add the diced sweet potato and drained chickpeas to the pan, tossing to coat them in the spice mixture. CREATE THE SAUCE Pour in the coconut milk, peeled tomatoes, and polpa (or tomato paste). Stir well, ensuring everything is combined. Season with salt and black pepper. SIMMER TO PERFECTION Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potato is tender and the sauce has thickened. FINISH & SERVE Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh coriander leaves (optional) and serve warm with rice or naan. RASPBERRY & APPLE CRUMBLE Ingredients:4 large apples, peeled, cored, and sliced 1 punnet raspberries 1/4 cup coconut sugar 1 tsp cinnamon 1/4 tsp nutmeg, ground Zest of 1/4 orange Juice of 1/2 orange Pinch of sea salt 1 tbsp flour For the Crumble: 1 cup rolled oats 1 cup plain flour 1 cup desiccated coconut 1/2 cup melted butter 1/2 cup brown sugar 1 tsp cinnamon 1/2 tsp baking powder Pinch of sea salt Method:PREHEAT THE OVEN: reheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). PREPARE THE FILLING: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples, raspberries, caster sugar, cinnamon, ground nutmeg, orange zest, orange juice, sea salt, and flour. Mix well to coat the fruit evenly. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer. PREPARE THE CRUMBLE: In another mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, plain flour, desiccated coconut, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking powder, and sea salt. Pour the melted butter over the dry ingredients. Mix until the ingredients are well combined and the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. ASSEMBLE THE CRUMBLE: Evenly distribute the crumble mixture over the fruit filling in the baking dish, ensuring the fruit is completely covered. BAKE: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the fruit filling is bubbling.
Buzz Feed
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
Loaded Sweet Potato
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Daily Mirror
28-04-2025
- Health
- Daily Mirror
Parents who buy Ella's Kitchen, Heinz, Aldi, and Lidl baby food pouches issued major warning
The BBC commissioned a lab accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) to test a fruit, yoghurt and savoury pouch from some of the major players in the multi-million pound baby pouch market Parents across the UK who buy food pouches have been issued a major warning after an investigation found they are failing to meet the key nutritional needs of babies and toddlers. BBC's Panorama says that parents are being "misled" by marketing, as some of these products are dangerously high in sugar and low in vital vitimins and nutrients – in some cases exceeding the daily sugar recommendation for a child in just one pouch. The BBC commissioned a lab accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) to test a fruit, yoghurt and savoury pouch from some of the major players in the multi-million pound baby pouch market, such as Ella's Kitchen, Heinz, Piccolo, Little Freddie, Aldi and Lidl Laboratory testing of 18 pouches found that many were low in vitamin C and iron, and a quarter of all products were so high in sugar they would trigger a front-of-pack warning label under World Health Organisation guidelines. Children need 7.8mg of iron a day to help build a healthy immune system, growth and brain development The research found that savoury pouches contained less than 5% of iron, that an infant needs each day. Of the four pouches tested that contained meat, Heinz's Sweet Potato, Chicken and Veggies contained the lowest, with just over 0.3mg of iron. Piccolo's Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese contained just 0.1mg. Sign up to Mirror Money's newsletter for the latest advice and news Some of the UK's leading food pouch brands also failed to meet the requirements, with Little Freddie Butternut Squash, Red Lentil and Coconut containing just 1mg of iron, while Ella's Kitchen Spag Bol had 0.7mg and Aldi's Bangers and Mash had 0.5mg. BBC's Panorama noted that the sugar levels across these products were a major concern, with over 40% of main meals having high sugar levels, and over half of snacks containing added sugars. In fruit pouches, 71% of the calories came from sugar. Ella's Kitchen's Bananas and Apples found to be the worst offender, with 19.6g of sugar – equivalent to more than four teaspoons. According to the NHS, a one-year-old child should have no more than 10g of "free sugars" a day. Free sugars occur when fruit is pureed, as the sugar is released from inside the fruit cell walls and can be absorbed much more quickly. A recent British Dental Association (BDA) report, shared exclusively with the BBC, indicated that 37 of 60 fruit pouches found on supermarket shelves contained more free sugar than the 10g guideline. Ella's Kitchen - as well as Lidl, Aldi, Piccolo and Heinz - all label their products as containing "no added sugar". The investigation also found that almost all vitamin C nutrients in the pouches had been lost during the manufacturing process. The Pure Mango pouch from Piccolo had less than 0.1mg. This is despite the same amount of fresh mango (70g) containing 18.2mg of vitamin C. However, not all the pouches had low results. The investigation found that Heinz's Apple pouch - which has vitamin C added - and Ella's Kitchen's Bananas pouch tested high in vitamin C. Experts have come forward to say that the nutritional claims of baby food pouches are misleading. According to Dr Alison Tedstone - who spent nine years as chief nutritionist to the UK government - many of the biggest brands use "halo-marketing" which is when brands use health-coded words and phrases to market the product. Join Money Saving Club's specialist topics For all you savvy savers and bargain hunters out there, there's a golden opportunity to stretch your pounds further. The Money Saving Club newsletter, a favourite among thousands who thrive on catching the best deals, is stepping up its game. Simply follow the link and select one or more of the following topics to get all the latest deals and advice on: Travel; Property; Pets, family and home; Personal finance; Shopping and discounts; Utilities. Ella's Kitchen describes its savoury products as "perfectly balanced for growing babies", while Piccolo claims many pouches are "packed with goodness". Some Little Freddie pouches feature the tad line "Good for Brains" and Heinz claims some of its fruit products are "as nutritionally good as homemade". The BBC also found that the six companies had failed to implement some NHS, Public Health England and World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations. Piccolo, Aldi and Ella's Kitchen currently promote their fruit pouches to babies as young as four months, despite the NHS and WHO saying babies should not be given solid food until six months. Dr Kremlin Wickramasinghe from the WHO told the BBC that companies promoting foods to parents of four-month-olds were acting "against the best interest of the babies." Since the BBC started its investigation, some of the major food pouch companies are changing the age recommendations on their products to align with UK guidance. When approached by the BBC, all brands said their products were intended as a "complementary part of a child's varied weaning diet." The brands also told the BBC they were committed to infant health and provided quality, nutritional products that meet UK regulations. On the subject of sugar, Piccolo said it develops 'recipes that combine fruits with vegetables' to reduce sugar levels, while Ella's Kitchen said that, 'the sugar content would be the same if you pureed the ingredients yourself at home' and that it has 'a dedicated sugar reduction pathway for 2025'. Heinz, Aldi, Little Freddie and Lidl all said their products contained 'no added sugars'. Regarding marketing, Piccolo and Little Freddie told the BBC their packaging accurately represented the key ingredients and flavours contained in their products, while Ella's Kitchen said it "would never use" misleading claims. Heinz did not address the BBC's questions on marketing. On the low levels of iron, Little Freddie added that its products were not intended to be meal replacements for one-year-olds, and Ella's Kitchen said that its pouches should be used sparingly. Public health experts who contributed to the investigation told the BBC that no parent should feel guilty for using the products. BBC Panorama: The Truth about Baby Food Pouches is available on iPlayer now and airs Monday 28 April at 8pm.
Metro
28-04-2025
- Health
- Metro
What's really in the baby food pouches you're giving your child?
Baby food pouches have become ubiquitous with weaning, the colourful packages and promises of 'no nasties' luring in parents, like me, who need fast, healthy high chair dinners. But a new investigation by BBC Panorama has found pouches from six of the UK's leading brands are failing to meet key nutritional needs of babies and toddlers. One single pouch by brand leader Ella's Kitchen contained more sugar than a one-year-old should have in a day, while products by Heinz, Piccolo, Little Freddie, Aldi and Lidl also failed to meet nutritional recommendations. The episode makes for sobering viewing as the mother of a one-year-old, who used pouches several times a week in the early days of weaning. Like hundreds of thousands of households in the UK, the open-and-it's-ready convenience appealed to us in the depths of sleep deprivation, when cooking and blending separate meals (that would inevitably end up on the floor) felt futile. I was also nervous about choking, and pouches seemed like a great way to introduce new flavours to my little one before he developed teeth. Sure, I felt a little guilty, but as a fellow first-time mum said to me: 'They make them for babies, they can't be that bad…right?' The BBC commissioned a lab accredited by the United Kingdom Accreditation Service (UKAS) to test a fruit, yoghurt and savoury pouch from each of the big brands. The testing of 18 pouches found many to be low in vitamin C and iron, while some contained concerning amounts of sugar close to those in adult fizzy drinks. Savoury pouches are often used by parents as a main meal, but none of those tested came close to providing the 7.8mg of iron an infant requires in a day for a healthy immune system, growth and brain development Of the four pouches tested that contained meat – known to be a good source of iron – Heinz's Sweet Potato, Chicken and Veggies contained the lowest, with just over 0.3mg of iron. Piccolo's Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese contained just 0.1mg. Those at the top of the pack still failed to meet the requirements dramatically (Little Freddie Butternut Squash, Red Lentil and Coconut contained just 1mg of iron, while Ella's Kitchen Spag Bol had 0.7mg and Aldi's Banger's and Mash had 0.5mg). Sugar was a big concern across the board, with Ella's Kitchen's Bananas and Apples found to be the worst offender, with 19.6g of sugar – equivalent to more than four teaspoons. The NHS says an infant should have as little sugar as possible, and that a one-year-old child should have no more than 10g of free sugars a day. Free sugars occur when fruit is pureed, as is the case with the pouches. Unlike eating fresh fruit – which is much better for a child – pureeing releases sugar from inside fruit cell walls and can be absorbed much more quickly. The researchers also found that almost all beneficial vitamin C (important for the immune system) had been lost during the manufacturing process of fruit pouches. The Pure Mango pouch from Piccolo had, in effect, no vitamin C left – less than 0.1mg. This is despite the same amount of fresh mango (70g) containing 18.2mg of vitamin C. Let's be real, most parents would love to make their little ones homecooked food every day, but weaning is an intimidating prospect when your child reaches six months old, with very little official guidance available beyond a few NHS recipes. Historically, health visitors would have been on hand to walk first-time parents through the minefield of homemade purees, baby-led weaning and everything in between. But data from the Care Quality Commission shows the number of full-time health visitors in England has decreased by approximately 45% since 2015, the equivalent of 4,500 employees. The result is fewer, rushed appointments where – in my experience – you queue up to weigh your baby at the local community centre once a month and have a quick five-minute conversation about any concerns (if you're lucky). It can be hard to know which books are worth buying (and spending the time reading) when you're feeling up against it. I've personally found Joe Wick's Wean in 15 helpful and know it's also a hit with several NCT friends. Another pal also recommended following Solid Starts when I was nervous about choking. The account and app details how to portion different foods safely for the age and ability of your child. For quick recipes and no-nonsense weaning advice, follow child nutritionist Charlotte Stirling-Reed. Social media can be so valuable – just ensure the accounts you follow are created by reputable, qualified practitioners! For specific concerns, book a GP appointment if you're struggling to access support via your health visitor. At the same time, parents are working far more than they were in previous generations. In 2000, 66.2% of mothers with dependent children were employed, according to ONS Data. By 2021, this figure had risen to 75.6%, the highest level in 20 years. It's no wonder then, that baby food has morphed into a multimillion pound industry, carefully marketed to time-poor parents who want to do their best, but don't know where to start. Panorama found many of the biggest brands use 'halo-marketing', surrounding products with healthy words or phrases, which could potentially 'mislead' parents. Ella's Kitchen, for example, describes savoury products as 'perfectly balanced for growing babies', while Piccolo claims many pouches are 'packed with goodness'. Some Little Freddie pouches come branded as 'Good for Brains' and Heinz claims some of its fruit products are 'as nutritionally good as homemade'. Health experts have now called for updated mandatory legislation around baby food labelling and nutritional content, with several of the brands saying they would welcome government guidance. When the BBC put their research to the brands, all said their products were intended as a complementary part of a child's varied weaning diet. The brands also told the BBC they were committed to infant health, and they provided quality nutritional products that meet UK regulations. More Trending On the subject of sugar, Piccolo said it develops 'recipes that combine fruits with vegetables' to reduce sugar levels, while Ella's Kitchen said that, 'the sugar content would be the same if you pureed the ingredients yourself at home' and that it has 'a dedicated sugar reduction pathway for 2025'. Heinz, Aldi, Little Freddie and Lidl all said their products contained 'no added sugars'. When it comes to marketing, Piccolo and Little Freddie told the BBC their packaging accurately represented the key ingredients and flavours contained in their products, while Ella's Kitchen said it 'would never use' misleading claims. Heinz did not address the BBC's questions on marketing. Regarding iron (or lack of it), Little Freddie added that its products were not intended to be meal replacements for one-year-olds and Ella's Kitchen said that its pouches should be used sparingly. BBC Panorama: The Truth about Baby Food Pouches is available on iPlayer now and airs Monday 28 April at 8pm. MORE: Prescription charges frozen to keep them under a tenner MORE: What ultra-processed food does to your body after days, weeks and months MORE: Thousands of UK deaths could be linked to ultra-processed foods
