Produced by: Manoj Kumar
It’s the fitness world’s latest fixation—tracking, scooping, and sipping your way to “protein goals.” But coach Raj Ganpath says this obsession might be masking the real issue: what’s actually on your plate.
India’s beloved carbs—rice, rotis, dosas—dominate our meals, leaving protein a shy sidekick. With nearly 70% of calories coming from starch, most Indians are unknowingly running on low-protein fuel.
Ganpath doesn’t call for cutting culture; he calls for balance. The Indian plate, he says, isn’t broken—it’s just crowded. Shrink the starch a little, and suddenly, protein finds room to thrive.
Forget apps and powders. His rule is refreshingly human: halve your carbs, double your protein. Two idlis instead of four, add eggs or paneer—and watch how your energy quietly recalibrates.
Protein doesn’t just build muscle—it curbs cravings. When you start your day with protein, the body stays full longer, the mind steadier, and the urge to raid the snack drawer fades away.
This isn’t about ditching dosa or demonizing dal. Ganpath’s approach keeps tradition intact—only the proportions change. You still eat what you love, just in smarter amounts.
Extreme low-carb diets may drain your spark, but protein balance fuels endurance. A small shift in macronutrients can stabilize energy, blood sugar, and even mood—without feeling “on a diet.”
Sustainability is the secret sauce. Start with one meal, see how your body feels, then expand. No fads, no guilt—just a quiet, lasting reset that slowly transforms how you eat.
The future of Indian nutrition may not lie in supplements but in smarter servings. By letting protein reclaim its place beside rice and rotis, balance—and better health—return to the table.