{"id":15383,"date":"2026-09-30T10:07:49","date_gmt":"2026-09-30T10:07:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/?p=15383"},"modified":"2026-09-30T10:07:51","modified_gmt":"2026-09-30T10:07:51","slug":"stress-eating-or-loss-of-appetite","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/stress-eating-or-loss-of-appetite\/","title":{"rendered":"Stress Eating or Loss of Appetite? Why Stress Affects Everyone Differently"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6abcf23abdc2b\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #4d948b;color:#4d948b\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #4d948b;color:#4d948b\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" 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href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/stress-eating-or-loss-of-appetite\/#Short-term_stress_vs_long-term_stress\" >Short-term stress vs long-term stress<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/stress-eating-or-loss-of-appetite\/#Can_stress_cause_loss_of_appetite\" >Can stress cause loss of appetite?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/stress-eating-or-loss-of-appetite\/#Why_do_I_eat_more_when_Im_stressed\" >Why do I eat more when I\u2019m stressed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/stress-eating-or-loss-of-appetite\/#Stress_eating_isnt_a_willpower_problem\" >Stress eating isn\u2019t a willpower problem<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/stress-eating-or-loss-of-appetite\/#What_to_eat_when_youre_stressed_meals_that_keep_you_grounded\" >What to eat when you\u2019re stressed: meals that keep you grounded<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/stress-eating-or-loss-of-appetite\/#Whats_your_stress-eating_style\" >What\u2019s your stress-eating style?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/stress-eating-or-loss-of-appetite\/#Try_this_for_the_next_two_weeks\" >Try this for the next two weeks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/stress-eating-or-loss-of-appetite\/#Ask_Happy_Tummy_GPT\" >Ask Happy Tummy GPT<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/stress-eating-or-loss-of-appetite\/#When_to_speak_to_a_doctor_about_appetite_changes\" >When to speak to a doctor about appetite changes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/stress-eating-or-loss-of-appetite\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/stress-eating-or-loss-of-appetite\/#Sources\" >Sources<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/stress-eating-or-loss-of-appetite\/#Disclaimer\" >Disclaimer<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stress can push your appetite in either direction. In the short term, the body\u2019s fight-or-flight response tends to put hunger on hold, which is why some people skip meals without noticing. When stress drags on for weeks, it is more often linked with a bigger appetite and cravings for sweet, salty or fried food, the pattern most people call stress eating. Plenty of people swing between the two, depending on how intense the stress is and how long it lasts. Neither reaction is a personal failing, and knowing which way you lean is the most useful place to start.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For some people, stress feels like someone has pressed a pause button on food. Breakfast is skipped, lunch is forgotten and dinner feels like a chore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For others, it works the other way round. A stressful email arrives, and the biscuit tin opens. Another meeting? Time for another cup of tea. By evening, half the snack drawer has mysteriously disappeared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So which reaction is normal? Both can be. There isn\u2019t one \u201ccorrect\u201d response to stress, and the same person may eat less during one difficult week and more during the next. What helps is recognising your own pattern, because once you can see it, it becomes much easier to build habits that look after both your mind and your gut.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>What is stress eating?<\/strong> <br><br>Stress eating, often called emotional eating, is eating in response to stress or other feelings rather than physical hunger. It is a common way of coping, not a medical diagnosis.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_stress_affects_appetite_your_gut_and_brain_are_always_talking\"><\/span><strong>How stress affects appetite: your gut and brain are always talking<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ever had butterflies in your stomach before an interview, or felt too nervous to eat before an exam? That is the gut-brain connection at work. Your gut has its own network of nerves, and it is <a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/body\/the-gut-brain-connection\">in constant two-way contact with your brain<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When life gets stressful, that conversation changes. Stress can speed up or slow down digestion and make the gut more sensitive to discomfort such as bloating. It can also shift hunger, fullness and cravings. That is why stress doesn\u2019t only affect your mood; it can change how, when and what you eat. There\u2019s more on this link in our piece on <a href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/the-benefits-of-mindful-eating-for-your-gut-brain-connection\/\">mindful eating and the gut-brain connection<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Short-term_stress_vs_long-term_stress\"><\/span><strong>Short-term stress vs long-term stress<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">How long the stress lasts matters more than most people realise. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/why-stress-causes-people-to-overeat\">Harvard Health Publishing<\/a> describes two broadly different responses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During short, sharp stress, such as a deadline tomorrow, a difficult phone call or a family member in hospital, the body releases adrenaline as part of its fight-or-flight response. Hunger is temporarily put on hold while the body concentrates on getting through the moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When stress stretches over weeks or months, the stress hormone cortisol stays raised for longer. Cortisol is linked with a bigger appetite, and ongoing stress is associated with a stronger pull towards foods high in sugar and fat. Those foods can briefly take the edge off stress, which is partly why reaching for them so easily becomes a habit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Responses still vary a great deal from person to person. But the difference helps explain why someone might barely eat during exam week, then find themselves snacking through a long, draining stretch at work.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_stress_cause_loss_of_appetite\"><\/span><strong>Can stress cause loss of appetite?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. For some people, stress makes food feel completely unappealing. They might notice that they are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>skipping meals without realising it<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>feeling full after only a few bites<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>forgetting to eat on busy days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>losing interest in their favourite foods<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This often happens around tight work deadlines, exams, family emergencies or big life changes. Appetite may come back as the stressful period settles. The catch is that repeatedly skipping meals can leave you tired, irritable and overly hungry later in the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One caution: loss of appetite and feeling full very quickly have other possible causes too. If either carries on after the stress has eased, don\u2019t put it down to stress alone. Get it checked by a doctor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_I_eat_more_when_Im_stressed\"><\/span><strong>Why do I eat more when I\u2019m stressed?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now imagine another person facing the exact same stressful day. Instead of forgetting food, they can\u2019t stop thinking about it. They aren\u2019t necessarily physically hungry, but eating feels comforting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is <a href=\"https:\/\/health.clevelandclinic.org\/emotional-eating\">emotional eating<\/a>: turning to food in response to stress, boredom, frustration or anxiety rather than physical hunger. You may recognise the pattern:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One biscuit becomes three.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>One handful of namkeen becomes half the packet.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You finish dinner but still go looking for something sweet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The food isn\u2019t solving the stress; it has simply become part of how you cope with it. If that constant pull towards food sounds familiar, our piece on <a href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/fitness-wellbeing\/what-is-food-noise-understanding-the-constant-thoughts-about-eating\/\">food noise<\/a> looks at why some people think about eating far more than others, and these <a href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/fitness-wellbeing\/the-best-way-to-reduce-sugar-cravings-simple-and-effective-tips\/\">tips for reducing sugar cravings<\/a> help with the sweet-tooth side of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Stress_eating_isnt_a_willpower_problem\"><\/span><strong>Stress eating isn\u2019t a willpower problem<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">People are often hard on themselves. \u201cWhy can\u2019t I control my eating?\u201d Or: \u201cWhy don\u2019t I feel hungry any more?\u201d But appetite changes during stressful periods aren\u2019t simply about discipline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stress rarely arrives alone. It tends to bring poor sleep, long gaps between meals, less movement, less water, and meals eaten in front of a laptop instead of at the table. Sleep matters in particular: <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18564298\/\">research has found<\/a> that a single night without sleep can leave people feeling hungrier the next day. Together, these make hunger and fullness cues much harder to read.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By the time dinner arrives, it\u2019s difficult to know whether you\u2019re eating because you\u2019re hungry, exhausted, distracted or emotionally drained. That\u2019s why looking at the whole day is usually more useful than judging a single meal, and why comparing yourself with someone else\u2019s eating habits rarely helps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_eat_when_youre_stressed_meals_that_keep_you_grounded\"><\/span><strong>What to eat when you\u2019re stressed: meals that keep you grounded<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether stress makes you eat less or snack more, regular meals can make your eating more predictable. You don\u2019t need a special \u201cstress diet\u201d. An everyday Indian thali already covers most of it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>a whole grain, such as roti, brown rice, dalia or a millet bhakri<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>some protein: dal, chana, paneer, curd or eggs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>a sabzi or a salad<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>fruit at some point in the day<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>enough water; the <a href=\"https:\/\/nin.res.in\/dietaryguidelines\/pdfjs\/locale\/DGI_2024.pdf\">ICMR-NIN Dietary Guidelines for Indians<\/a> suggest 6\u20138 glasses a day as a baseline<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whole grains bring fibre, which supports regular digestion. Aashirvaad Chakki 100% Khapli Atta, for example, provides about 11.4g of fibre per 100g, on a par with the figure for whole wheat atta in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nin.res.in\/ebooks\/IFCT2017.pdf\">Indian Food Composition Tables<\/a>, so two rotis made with it give you around 6.8g of fibre. Add dal and a sabzi, and you have a filling meal that is easy to repeat on a hectic day. If you\u2019re eating more fibre than usual, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/nutrition-and-healthy-eating\/in-depth\/fiber\/art-20043983\">build up gradually and drink a little more water alongside it<\/a>, so your gut has time to adjust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The aim isn\u2019t to eat perfectly during a stressful week. It\u2019s to give your body regular chances to nourish itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Whats_your_stress-eating_style\"><\/span><strong>What\u2019s your stress-eating style?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next time you\u2019re having a difficult week, pause and check which of these sounds most like you. There isn\u2019t a \u201cgood\u201d profile. The value lies in recognising your own pattern.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Profile A: The Meal Skipper<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>I lose interest in food when I\u2019m stressed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>I often forget to eat.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>I feel full quickly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>I sometimes realise I\u2019ve skipped an entire meal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What can help:<\/strong> set a gentle reminder for lunch, and eat something even if it\u2019s small. Keep low-effort options ready, such as curd rice, poha, leftover dal with a roti, or a banana with a handful of roasted chana. If a full plate feels like too much, try smaller meals more often.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Profile B: The Comfort Snacker<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>I crave snacks when I\u2019m stressed.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>I eat even when I\u2019m not physically hungry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sweet or salty foods become especially tempting.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>I often snack while working or watching screens.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What can help:<\/strong> before you reach for a snack, pause and ask whether you\u2019re hungry, tired, bored or stressed. Put snacks on a plate rather than eating from the packet, and step away from the screen to eat them, even for five minutes. Keep roasted chana, makhana, fruit or a small bowl of curd within reach; whole chana is one of the most fibre-rich everyday Indian foods. And when the urge hits mid-meeting, a few minutes of <a href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/en\/healthy-eating\/understanding-diaphragmatic-breathing-and-its-benefits\/\">diaphragmatic breathing<\/a> can take the edge off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Profile C: Somewhere in Between<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>My appetite changes depending on the situation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some stressful days reduce my appetite, while others increase it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>My eating habits become less predictable during busy periods.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What can help:<\/strong> anchor your day with regular meals, whatever your appetite is doing. Over time, notice which kinds of stress make you eat less and which make you eat more. Once you know your triggers, you can plan around them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Try_this_for_the_next_two_weeks\"><\/span><strong>Try this for the next two weeks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On any stressful day, note down whether you skipped, snacked or did a bit of both, and what was going on at the time. Add what you actually ate to <a href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/my-meal-plan\">My Meal Plan<\/a> to see how much fibre your day added up to, and get suggestions for balancing it out. Then come back to the profiles above in a few weeks and see whether yours has shifted as your routine changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ask_Happy_Tummy_GPT\"><\/span>Ask Happy Tummy GPT<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not sure which profile fits? <a href=\"https:\/\/happytummy.aashirvaad.com\/happy-tummy-gpt\">Happy Tummy GPT<\/a> can help you spot your pattern and plan simple meals around it. Try this prompt: <em>\u201cBased on my eating habits during stressful weeks, help me identify whether I\u2019m more likely to skip meals, comfort snack or switch between both. Suggest simple routines using everyday Indian foods that could help me maintain more balanced meals without adding extra stress to my day.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_speak_to_a_doctor_about_appetite_changes\"><\/span><strong>When to speak to a doctor about appetite changes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stress is one possible reason your appetite changes, but it isn\u2019t the only one. Low mood, anxiety, some medicines, pregnancy and a range of medical conditions can all affect how hungry you feel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If symptoms continue, are severe, or keep coming back, it\u2019s worth speaking to a doctor. Sudden weight loss, blood in stool, severe or persistent pain, or difficulty swallowing need prompt medical attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It\u2019s also worth talking to a doctor or mental-health professional if you often feel out of control around food, or if eating has started to cause you real distress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stress doesn\u2019t affect everyone\u2019s appetite in the same way. Some people lose interest in food, others reach for snacks, and many do both at different times. Neither is unusual. What matters is knowing your own pattern, so that a hard week doesn\u2019t quietly push balanced meals off your plate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sources\"><\/span><strong>Sources<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Harvard Health Publishing. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/why-stress-causes-people-to-overeat\">Why stress causes people to overeat<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cleveland Clinic. <a href=\"https:\/\/my.clevelandclinic.org\/health\/body\/the-gut-brain-connection\">The gut-brain connection<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cleveland Clinic. <a href=\"https:\/\/health.clevelandclinic.org\/emotional-eating\">What is emotional eating?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Schmid SM et al. (2008). <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/18564298\/\">A single night of sleep deprivation increases ghrelin levels and feelings of hunger in normal-weight healthy men<\/a>. <em>Journal of Sleep Research<\/em>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition (2024). <a href=\"https:\/\/nin.res.in\/dietaryguidelines\/pdfjs\/locale\/DGI_2024.pdf\">Dietary Guidelines for Indians<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition (2017). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nin.res.in\/ebooks\/IFCT2017.pdf\">Indian Food Composition Tables<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mayo Clinic. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/nutrition-and-healthy-eating\/in-depth\/fiber\/art-20043983\">Dietary fiber: Essential for a healthy diet<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fibre content of Aashirvaad Chakki 100% Khapli Atta: Aashirvaad product information.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Disclaimer\"><\/span><strong>Disclaimer<\/strong> <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This article is for general information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. 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