Debunking Indian Food Myths: Cooking methods, Spices, MSG & Indian Diet with @krishashok

Get ready to explore fascinating insights on food, nutrition, and the science behind what we eat. Krish Ashok breaks down common misconceptions and offers a fresh perspective on traditional diets, modern cooking and MSG conspiracy, revealing what they want you to know about this controversial ingredient. Tune in for the truth!

👇 About the Guest
Krish Ashok is not your typical chef or scientist, yet he excels in both fields. As a software engineer by profession, he brings his analytical mindset to the kitchen, where he learned to cook from the women in his family. His approach to cooking and nutrition is grounded in the scientific method, but without the elitism often associated with it. Instead, Krish embraces curiosity and experimentation, always ready to say, "I don't know, let me test it for myself.

👇 Key Takeaways
✅ Misconceptions about traditional Indian diets: Krish Ashok emphasizes that many Indians are suffering from protein malnutrition and diabetes, not due to Western foods, but because of imbalances in traditional diets. There's a need to adapt eating habits based on scientific evidence rather than blindly following ancient traditions.
✅ The importance of home-cooked meals: He introduces a new classification of foods, suggesting that all home-cooked meals should be considered "satvic" (beneficial), regardless of ingredients. This encourages people to prioritize cooking at home over restaurant meals or processed foods.
✅ Debunking MSG myths: In this conversation addresses the misconceptions surrounding MSG, explaining its natural presence in many foods like tomatoes and cheese. Krish Ashok argues that the fear of MSG is often baseless and rooted in cultural biases.
✅ The role of fermented foods in gut health: The podcast highlights the importance of fermented foods for maintaining a healthy gut microbiome. It explains how traditional Indian fermented foods like yogurt (dahi) can be beneficial for overall health.
✅ Genetic factors in health and nutrition: Krish emphasizes that a significant portion of our health is determined by genetics, not just diet. This perspective encourages a more balanced approach to nutrition, focusing on overall dietary patterns rather than obsessing over individual ingredients or "superfoods".

👇 Timestamps
00:00- Introduction
01:02- Misconceptions about food and health in India
02:32- Protein deficiency and diabetes in India
03:43- Lack of trust in scientific institutions in India
05:43- Myths about cooking methods and appliances
07:34- Common misconceptions about protein consumption
09:25- The role of media in spreading food misinformation
11:15- Principles for navigating food decisions
13:35- The history of food processing
15:40- Food additives and preservatives
18:44- The importance of salt in the Indian diet
21:17- Extracting more flavor in Indian cooking
24:11- The three layers of spice flavor in Indian cooking
27:34- The origins and misconceptions about MSG
31:51- Biryani
37:28- Fermented foods for gut health
42:07- Fermented foods in the diet
46:04- Cooking tips for better chicken dishes
49:31- Using alcohol to enhance flavors in Indian cooking
54:40- Natural sources of MSG in everyday foods
58:12- The pros and cons of simplified food rules
01:06:06- Sattvic, Rajasic, and Tamasic foods
01:09:52- Key takeaways about food choices and health
01:11:27- The role of genetics in health and diet

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[arunbharadwaj]

Rare uninterruptive host n he just asks what is necessary.. really appreciate you brother..

[FL-GOP]

Those watching Krish Ashok for the first time and is impressed, should also read his book "Masala Lab"

[gspkri]

Eating less is EXTREMELY UNDERRATED. We have an abundance of food. Overeating is too easy. In fact, it's nearly unavoidable. It takes effort to eat less. This is key. What is missing then? DISCIPLINE.

[meenalpandit]

I'm regularly watching Krish Ashok and I'm his fan.... Today came across your channel and find it very interesting .. now watching all the other videos too... Subscribed 👍 All the best

[girltraveller]

Loved the interview. I'm fan of Krish Ashok, but how this interviewer let Krish Ashok talk and just ask the correct questions was amazing. I've seen loads of interviews where the interviewer talks more than the guest

[debodatta]

krish ashok‬ is one of the smartest people i've seen in modern food. One of the best exports of Tamil Nadu

[vr]

Fantastic flow of discussion. Nicely composed, both host and guest conversation is well complemented. And ofcourse the content of discussion gives pleasure.thank you!

[ManpreetSingh-ewgw]

Truly enriching and appropriate food conversation I pay my internet bills for .❤

[friendlypriya]

This was an AWESOME conversation! We want part 2!
Krish Ashok is truly inspiring...

[vidyashastry]

There is a great truth in all of Mr Krish Ashok’s debunking arguments and premises - it’s more an eating more problem than the problem of the contents such as MSG or use of pesticide or protein etc. Also we vegetarians might have plenty of veggies and lentils to dairy on our plate, but have you seen the pile of rice and number of rotis that’s on the plate, one course after course, a little more, a little more, offerings!! Never short of seconds and thirds in most Indian households.

[riya_beautifulchaos]

Loved the detailing in the description. Many podcasters don't do that. And we don't exactly get to know the guest or the purpose of inviting them to the podcast.

[bikeshmehta]

Indian parents would downright deny all these even if you show evidence in their face.

[sharanyasanilkumar]

Krish Ashok is an amazing food expert! The only guy i’ll follow for facts!

[jaybolt]

❤❤❤Krish Ashok - the man, the legend, the myth

[riya_beautifulchaos]

I have heard other podcasts of Krish Ashok. This one is the most interesting so far.

[Subuhi]

A very good interviewer unlike the many I've seen in India who over talk and want to demonstrate themselves to be a smart clever cookie in competition with the guest !😂

[anujachidambareswarn]

I have not seen/ listened to a more pleasant host!

[sanatansivanandaofficial]

satvic vegetarianism (important to understand concept of gunas), using proper cooking techniques like ayurvedic, avoiding over-eating, using matching ingredients & spices which aid digestion, absorption & elimination, eating in a proper mental state & at proper regular timings, avoiding food after sunset, avoiding regular snacking between meals, avoiding synthetic additives, having light meals on new & full moon days all help to have a sound health. also regular panchakarma treatments to balance doshas are all wonderful natural yogic & ayurvedic remedies. eating for enjoyment is sin. no need to obsess over food that much.

[Aloevera]

I have heard from doctors and health professionals when there is discomfort in stomach with some food it means that the food is not digest well because bad bacteria has more than good 46:42

[harshsingh]

Its so funny, i have been living in France for 10 years, and here the narrative is completely different from what this guy is saying. After multiple decades of living with supermarkets, machines, heavy industrialisation and "science" and seeing its impact on soulless lifestyles, people are now moving towards eastern ways.