Expert opinions on several popular food substitutes

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In our effort to provide you with some of the relevant strategies for nutritionally optimizing your diet, we research and identify reliable practices that have been approved by professionals.

While you shouldn’t mindlessly copy everything you see on social media, making a few dietary changes can improve your diet and help you reach your fitness objectives.

Recent posts from dietician Kiran Kukreja that advised healthy substitutions were one example of this.

What she listed on Instagram is shown here.

  • Quinoa pasta is superior to refined pasta because it is “gluten-free and higher in protein and fiber,” making it a healthier choice for anyone with dietary restrictions or who want to increase their nutrient intake.
  • The balance of natural sugars, good fats, and fiber in an apple with peanut butter makes it a healthier dessert option than other sweet sweets. This helps to regulate blood sugar levels and keep you feeling full.
  • Dates powder has more nutritional value than refined sugar because it is a natural sweetener that also includes fiber, vitamins, and minerals, whereas refined sugar only offers empty calories with no nutritional benefits.
  • Cacao powder is superior to other types of chocolate powder found in packets because it is created from raw cacao beans and undergoes less processing, preserving more antioxidants, minerals, and the true flavor of chocolate without the use of artificial sweeteners or flavors.
  • Cold-pressed cooking oil has less processing than refined oil and more of its original nutrients and flavor are retained. Additionally, because of its higher smoke point, it may be used for high-temperature cooking without creating any hazardous substances. 

Do these actions aid?

Making healthy decisions that promote your well-being is crucial, according to Shruti Bhardwaj, consultant clinical dietician at Narayana Multi-speciality Hospital in Ahmedabad.

“Replacing refined pasta with quinoa pasta or whole wheat pasta provides more fiber and essential nutrients, making it a nutritious option,” claimed Bhardwaj.

Bhardwaj asserts that apples with peanut butter are a better choice than other artificially sweetened snacks because they provide a filling combination of fiber, healthy fats, and protein.