Long before nutrition became a modern science, Indian festive foods were designed around seasonal needs and til (sesame) and peanut chikkis made with pure ghee are among the most enduring examples of this wisdom
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Why Til And Peanut Chikkis With Pure Ghee Are Your Winter Wellness Essential

  • Traditional Indian chikkis, made with sesame (til), peanuts, and pure ghee, are highlighted as essential winter foods for warmth, energy, and digestive comfort.
  • Akshali Shah (Parag Milk Foods) emphasizes that these chikkis provide steady energy and internal warmth, with ghee aiding digestion and nutrient absorption, countering winter dryness.
  • Anshul Singh (Artemis Hospitals) notes chikkis align with winter dietary needs, offering healthy fats, plant-based protein, and jaggery for natural fuel and mineral absorption.
  • Sesame seeds provide calcium, iron, and magnesium for bone health, while peanuts offer satiety and sustained energy, and jaggery supports gut health.
  • Deepak Agrawal (Proventus Agrocom Ltd) stresses their role in culturally rooted seasonal nutrition, with fats and fiber improving digestion and nutrient absorption during seasonal shifts.

Why It Matters: Til and peanut chikkis with pure ghee are a winter essential, offering warmth, energy, and digestive benefits.

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