India stands at a crossroads, where traditional food wisdom meets modern-day health challenges. With lifestyle diseases on the rise and undernutrition still affecting vulnerable groups, the ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition (NIN) introduced a revised 17-point dietary guideline for Indians in 2024.
These guidelines are not based on trends or fads; they are born out of solid science, years of research, and the nutritional needs of a culturally diverse population. Here’s all we need to know about what these guidelines really say, and more importantly, what they actually mean on the plate.
