Why bread prices have increased by Rs 5: 8 healthy breakfast alternatives for summer months

After the recent packaged milk price hike, the price shock has now reached our favourite bread basket too. According to the latest report, bread prices have increased by up to Rs 5 per pack in Mumbai and nearby areas. The price increase comes amid the Rs 3.9 hike in petrol and diesel prices within a week due to the ongoing Iran war.According to bakers in the market, the production and delivery costs for bread have increased due to the sudden spike in petrol prices and other inventories, hence, the increase is justified. On May 16, Modern Bread revised the prices of its basic variants. Trade observers say other large brands such as Britannia and Wibs may follow suit.According to market reports, the rise in bread prices is a chain reaction due to increased costs of fuel (raised twice within a week), higher transport and delivery costs, the cost of commercial LPG, prices of salt and preservatives, and more expensive plastic packaging due to costly imports and a weak rupee. According to reports, biscuit prices and other packaged foods could become costlier in the coming days. Besan Chilla: It is a savoury pancake made with besan, curd/buttermilk, veggies, salt, and pepper, best enjoyed with coriander chutney. Poha: It is one of the most famous breakfasts enjoyed across India, made with flattened rice, veggies, oil, mustard seeds, curry leaves, and peanuts.Upma: This South Indian delight is made with sooji, cooked in a tempering of oil, mustard seeds, curry leaves, and veggies, and seasoned with salt and pepper. Dhokla: It is a steamed breakfast staple of Gujarat, made with besan, curd, baking soda, salt, and tempered with oil, mustard seeds, and curry leaves. Overnight Oats: For this, simply soak oats in curd or milk overnight. Next morning, add protein powder and fresh cut fruits of your choice. For sweetness, add honey or maple syrup. Dahi Chura: This is a comforting breakfast dish of Bihar and UP, where you wash soaked flattened rice and then mix it with curd and sugar or jaggery and enjoy. Sprouts Salad: This one makes for a protein and fiber-rich breakfast dish. Simply soak green moong and chana overnight, then keep them in a dark space for 12 hours. Once the sprouts are ready, add onion, tomato, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and coriander leaves. Mix and enjoy. Idli: It is one of the easiest and gut-friendly breakfast dishes that you can make. For instant idli, soak sooji with curd and add veggies and salt. And right before pouring the batter in the mould, add a pinch of baking soda. Steam and your fluffy idlis are ready.