Kareena Kapoor can eat this comfort food 5 times a week, here’s why you should too

Kareena Kapoor Khan is known for her love for ghar ka khana. From Rajma Chawal to Aloo Paratha with White Makhan, she loves all things simple and healthy. In a recent media interaction at the book launch of celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar’s new book, “The Common Sense Diet.” , the actress talked about her love for the popular comfort dish 'Khichdi'. Scroll down to read the details.

While discussing her comfort food, she mentioned that she loves khichdi so much that she can eat it at least 5 times a week. “I can’t sleep if I don’t eat Khichdi. Honestly, I can’t survive without it,” she humorously added, drawing smiles and laughter from the audience. The question is what makes khichdi so addictive and why you should also add it in your daily diet.

Khichdi is a simple yet nutritious dish made from rice, lentils, and spices, and is a staple in Indian households. It is light on the stomach, easy to digest, and packed with essential nutrients. Here are five key benefits of eating khichdi on a daily basis. As per Ayurveda, khichdi (also spelled kitchari) is esteemed as a nourishing and balancing dish, often utilized for its therapeutic benefits. It is said that this simple combination of rice and mung dal is considered tridoshic, meaning it can balance all three doshas—vata, pitta, and kapha—making it suitable for various constitutions.

It is gentle on the stomach and the combination of rice and lentils provides prebiotics, supporting good gut bacteria. As per Ayurveda, khichdi is often used in cleansing therapies like Panchakarma to help eliminate toxins (ama) from the body.

As per experts, the pairing of rice and moong dal creates a complete protein source, supplying all essential amino acids. This makes khichdi a wholesome meal that nourishes body tissues and supports overall health.

It is low in calories and fat, which makes it a lighter meal that aids weight loss. It keeps you full for longer and prevents unhealthy snacking. And the use of spices like turmeric and cumin enhance digestion.

No khichdi is complete without a dollop of ghee on top. In Ayurveda, ghee is considered a superfood that balances all three doshas (Vata, Pitta, and Kapha) and promotes longevity and vitality. It contains butyric acid, which nourishes the gut lining and reduces inflammation. It also helps reduce acidity and internal heat and keep the gut light. It slows down glucose absorption, preventing sugar spikes and the presence of omega-3 and omega-9 fatty acids support cognitive health.

Khichdi is a very versatile dish and one can play around the ingredients to suit the body needs. If you need more fiber, you can add fibrous vegetables in it. And if you are diabetic, you may use barley instead of rice for effective weight loss.

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