GEF India Hosts 1 Nutrition Meet Promoting Healthier Cooking Oils
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Updated · The Hans India · Jul 3
GEF India Hosts 1 Nutrition Meet Promoting Healthier Cooking Oils
1 articles · Updated · The Hans India · Jul 3
Summary
Hyderabad hosted a nutrition meet by GEF India and the IAPEN India Hyderabad Chapter focused on evidence-based nutrition and healthier cooking choices.
Dr Matheen Asrar told participants that fats should be chosen for quality rather than eliminated, citing rice bran oil as beneficial within a balanced diet and active lifestyle.
Experts used the session to challenge misconceptions about dietary fats and push informed food choices as a way to prevent lifestyle diseases.
Healthcare professionals, nutritionists and industry leaders joined the interactive event, which aimed to widen nutrition awareness and support science-backed dietary practices.