Popular Chennai eatery serves idli worth Rs 500: ‘Carefully designed for balanced blood sugar levels’; netizens react

The statement added that the idli, made with ingredients like olive oil, blueberries, flaxseeds, almonds, Shiitake mushroom extract, and ashwagandha among others, is “72 biomarkers approved and is a powerhouse of nutrients, promoting optimal health from the inside out”.

It added that the new vitamin-rich offering is also diabetic-friendly and “carefully designed for balanced blood sugar levels”. “No nut oils: A healthier alternative, free from inflammatory nut oils.” Bursting with antioxidants, imported blueberries have been added for a touch of luxury and flavour, making it healthy for all ages. “Nourishing goodness for everyone, from kids to grandparents,” they wrote.

Netizens were quick to take note of the new offering with one user writing, “We can do without this idli. Just for your profit don’t make a fool of people. By paying money to so-called food bloggers you can’t sell any waste items”. Another commented, “This is too much???? 500 rs idli with blueberry and almond; what a bad combo”. Yet another mentioned, “When you are interested in new age foods, you should be reasonable enough to tell it’s more than idly, but you failed.”

 

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We turned to an expert to understand the need for such foods.

Dt. Varsha Krishna Gade, consultant- dietitian and nutritionist, Motherhood Hospitals, Kharadi, Pune said that it is better to not experiment with your diet. “Instead, eat regular meals that include salad, dal, roti, sabzi, or a small portion of rice. Remember, each person’s body is unique, and what works for one may not work for another,” said Dr Gade.

It is better to follow good eating habits and live a more sustainable lifestyle than depending on one food to help you feel active.