The Economic Times

Your Onam Sadya may be hiding 2,500 calories: Nutritionist suggests what to cut from your traditional festive meal

Onam Sadya is a festive highlight, but the traditional Kerala feast can contain 1,500 to 2,500 calories, according to Dr Veena Choodamani. She recommends reducing rice and payasam while adding more protein, aviyal and thoran. Dietitian Neethu suggests smaller portions of rice and fried foods, choosing red rice, drinking water or buttermilk and trying lighter payasam options. These simple swaps can make the festive feast more balanced without giving up its traditional flavours.