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In today’s market, the label “organic” attracts a lot of attention. This is evident from the impressive growth in the organic food market, which is expected to be worth $320.43 billion by 2025. Over the next decade, it is projected to grow to around 1.02 trillion, with an annual growth rate of 13.70% from 2025 to 2035. As consumers, people are more concerned about their own lifestyle, diseases, and gut health. This has made them steer toward pickles that are organic - a healthier and a cleaner choice. And for this, people are also willing to pay a premium price...

Pickles are more than just sidekicks to your meal. For many of us, they are a taste of childhood, a spoonful of nostalgia, and a burst of flavor that turns a simple dal-chawal lunch into something memorable. But did you know that some Indian pickles also come packed with health benefits? From the earthy kick of turmeric pickle to the tangy bite of lemon pickle, Indian kitchens have long been crafting homemade pickles that are both delicious and good for you. In this article, we explore a few lesser-known but highly nutritious varieties that deserve space on your plate —...

Avocado, being of American and Mexican origin has successfully seeped in the diets of us Indians. It is rich in fibers, fats and proteins and has many health benefits too. It can be blended with some of the dishes that Indians include in their diet. But a big question that arises here is do we really need any western fruit if we have an equivalent alternative from India? Here Jackfruit, also known as Kathal, comes into the picture. Overview of Kathal Kathal, a superfood, is of Indian origin, rich in fibers, protein, vitamins and minerals which can be paired with...

Explore the varied world of mango pickles in India, where regional variations exist in preservation techniques. Conventional natural preservatives like salt, oil, spices, and condiments are frequently used, while some types also contain tiny amounts of artificial preservatives such as sulphur dioxide and benzoic acid. Preservatives play a crucial role in stability and increase the shelf life of the pickle. Use of the natural preservative improves shelf life without affecting the natural aroma of raw material while the chemical preservatives help to improve the shelf life but sometimes alter the natural aroma. They have fixed permissible limits, and exceeding them...

Pickles are more than just sidekicks to your meal. For many of us, they are a taste of childhood, a spoonful of nostalgia, and a burst of flavor that turns a simple dal-chawal lunch into something memorable. But did you know that some Indian pickles also come packed with health benefits? From the earthy kick of turmeric pickle to the tangy bite of lemon pickle, Indian kitchens have long been crafting homemade pickles that are both delicious and good for you. In this article, we explore a few lesser-known but highly nutritious varieties that deserve space on your plate —...

Is Pickles Good for Cholesterol? I am the Chief Didi and Co-founder of FarmDidi. My mission to empower 1 million rural women led me to start FarmDidi. We have always wanted to bring food products that can accelerate livelihoods for rural women; hence, we focused on pickles, which always tastes best when homemade. And who can do it better than our Rural Didis, aka FarmDidis, who carry traditional wisdom and recipes passed down through generations? While I have always been very busy with my work, I saw my mother, who is also growing old, facing health issues due to high...