Archive · 21 Aug 2025
Foods to Limit for Weight Loss: Common Indian Diet Culprits
Some healthy Indian foods can make it harder to lose weight if you eat too much of them or cook them in ways that add a lot of calories.
Foods like parathas with ghee, paneer in rich sauces, and sweets made with jaggery have good ingredients, but can make you gain weight if you eat them often.
Even eating too many healthy snacks like dry fruits, or enjoying fried foods like pooris too frequently can be a problem.
Eating smaller portions, choosing healthier ways of cooking and eating these foods less often are keys to success.
Certain 'desi' foods can hinder weight loss due to high calories.
Parathas with ghee and full-cream paneer are calorie-dense.
Excessive intake of dry fruits, jaggery, and mangoes can impede weight loss.
Deep-fried foods like pooris and oily dishes like chhole are problematic.
High-calorie accompaniments, such as coconut chutney, should be moderated.
- Who
- Health experts and NDTV.
- What
- Which 'desi' foods to avoid or moderate when trying to lose weight.
- When
- N/A
- Where
- N/A
- Why
- To guide weight loss efforts by advising on food choices.
Benefits
Drawbacks
Health Benefits vs. Calorie Content
Benefits
Desi foods often contain essential nutrients.
Drawbacks
Excessive consumption of certain foods can hinder weight loss.
- Problematic Foods
- Parathas with ghee, full-cream paneer, jaggery, pooris, masala chai with milk and sugar
- Foods High in Calories
- Dry fruits, mangoes, bananas
- Cooking Methods to Avoid
- Deep-frying, adding excessive ghee or cream
- Healthy Alternatives
- Low-fat curd, lighter side dishes