The Nutritional Benefits of Consuming a Variety of Dals: An Expert's Insight

While giving a tour of their home, Meezaan Jafri and his father, actor Jaaved Jaaferi, also shared the lunch menu. Meezaan, 30, shared that his all-time favourite is dal made at home. “This house makes 7-8 different kinds of dal. This is yellowmasoordal,” he said. Jaaved, 63, added that, unlike many other households, they make dry dals with whole spices. “We have twosookhior dry dals with urad and masoor jo khade masalon me banti hai…(with whole spices). It also has curry leaves, ginger, and green chillies,” Jaaved toldCurly Tales, while admitting to being a foodie who is mindful about his portions, unlike his son. Taking a cue from their fascinating insight into a variety of dals at home, we asked an expert about the benefits of consuming a variety of dals. Consultant dietitian Garima Goyal shared that having a variety of dals can offer many nutritional benefits. “Dals are rich sources of plant protein, fibre, complex carbohydrates and important minerals like iron and folate. Including different varieties across the day or week helps you get a broader spectrum of nutrients and supports muscle health, good energy levels, andbetter digestion,”said Goyal.