EXPLORING THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF TRADITIONAL ETHNIC INDIAN FOODS: A NUTRITIONAL AND FUNCTIONAL PERSPECTIVE
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Traditional ethnic Indian foods represent a profound intersection of culture, nutrition, and health, deeply rooted in centuries of culinary wisdom and indigenous knowledge systems. This research article provides an extensive exploration of the nutritional composition and functional benefits of traditional Indian diets, emphasizing their role in promoting health, preventing chronic diseases, and supporting sustainable food systems. The study highlights the diversity of Indian cuisine across regions and examines how staple ingredients such as cereals, millets, pulses, spices, and fermented foods contribute to a balanced diet. Furthermore, the article investigates the bioactive compounds present in these foods and their therapeutic potential in addressing modern health challenges such as obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, and gut-related disorders. By integrating traditional dietary practices with contemporary nutritional science, this paper underscores the relevance of ethnic Indian foods in achieving long-term health and well-being.
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A, A. (2026). Exploring The Health Benefits of Traditional Ethnic Indian Foods: A Nutritional and Functional Perspective. International Journal of Science, Strategic Management and Technology, 02(04). https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsmt.v2i4.329
A, Arnold. "Exploring The Health Benefits of Traditional Ethnic Indian Foods: A Nutritional and Functional Perspective." International Journal of Science, Strategic Management and Technology, vol. 02, no. 04, 2026, pp. . doi:https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsmt.v2i4.329.
A, Arnold. "Exploring The Health Benefits of Traditional Ethnic Indian Foods: A Nutritional and Functional Perspective." International Journal of Science, Strategic Management and Technology 02, no. 04 (2026). https://doi.org/https://doi.org/10.55041/ijsmt.v2i4.329.
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