Proteins are one of the essential components of a healthy diet and play a pivotal role in facilitating several functions within the body. According to a survey, 73 percent of Indians do not consume the recommended daily amount of protein, and over 90 percent are unaware of this necessity.
To educate consumers on the importance of including optimal amount of protein in the diet, the Almond Board of California, today, hosted a session around ‘A natural approach to mitigating India’s protein problem’.
The event held at Hotel Courtyard Marriot, with sessions featured by Commonwealth Gold Medallist (Karate), Supriya Jatav, as well as MBBS and Nutritionist, Dr Rohini Patil, and was moderated by RJ Harsha. The discussion at the event focused on the lack of understanding regarding the sources of protein among Indian households and the importance of adequate protein intake in maintaining health. India faces a concerning issue of protein deficiency, with many individuals not meeting the required daily intake. The recommended protein intake for an average adult in India is 0.8 gram per kilogram of body weight. However, the average consumption typically rests at about 0.6 grams per kilogram of body weight.Dr Rohini Patil, MBBS and Nutritionist said, “Everyone's body and fitness needs are different, influenced by things like how fast our metabolism is, how active we are, and what our personal goals are.