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A video is currently going viral on social media. In this video, the entire process of making rusk in the factory is shown, after watching which the people who eat rusk are shocked. A lot of flour, oil and preservatives are used to make rusks. At the same time, it is being rolled with the help of hands…that is, overall, the rusk is being made in a very unhygienic manner. Seeing this, only one question arises in the mind that is eating rusks harmful for health?
Actually, in Indian homes people often like to eat rusks with tea in the morning and evening. Although these snacks look light and crisp, they taste delicious. But according to the senior dietitian of Gangaram Hospital, it can prove to be harmful for health. Let us know what are the disadvantages of eating rusks.
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How are rusks made in a factory?
In the video that went viral on social media, it is shown that first of all a lot of flour is put in the dough kneading machine. After this, one tin of refined oil is being used in it. After this, the dough is prepared by kneading and then it is divided into different parts with the help of hands. After applying oil on top again, it is made into rolls and bread is made and baked. After this, it is taken out again, cut into the shape of rusk and baked again.
What do experts say?
Fareha Shanam, senior dietician of Gangaram Hospital, Delhi, says that generally packaged rusks are made from flour, which has very less fiber. Apart from this, refined oil, sugar and sometimes extra flavoring agents are also added to them. Due to the preservatives and refined oil, they can be harmful for health. Because refined oil is subjected to high temperatures and chemicals during processing, due to which some of its natural nutrients can be reduced. At the same time, consuming it with too many fried foods increases the risk of bad cholesterol in the body and heart related problems.
Experts say that consumption of food containing refined oil for a long time can increase inflammation in the body and can also affect the metabolism. Therefore, they should be consumed in limited quantities only.
What are the disadvantages of eating rusks daily?
If you eat rusks daily then it may cause weight gain problem. Actually, eating rusks increases hunger quickly, which leads to the problem of overeating. At the same time, blood sugar can increase rapidly and digestion problems can also occur. In such a situation, it is better to consume it less or occasionally.
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