Kareena Kapoor Khan is a foodie; but at the behest of her nutritionist, swears by eating Ghar ka khaana. In a recent conversation with Vicky Kaushal on The Hollywood Reporter Indiathe 44-year-old discussed her all-time favourite breakfast. When Vicky mentioned that there is always room for some biryani even on a diet, the 3 Idiots confessed that for her safed makkhan or white butter is irreplaceable.
“I think we Punjabis don’t get affected by white butter anymore,” the Uri: The Surgical Strike actor said, to which Khan replied, “Haina? Main toh bol bol ke thak gayi (I am tired of saying it). I can’t function without it. I need aloo paratha every 2-3 days with white makkhan. That is a given.”
She even admitted to having eaten paratha and white makhan while shooting for Consult, in which she sported a size-zero body shape. “I used to eat paratha and white makkhan for breakfast during ‘Tashan’ also. I was never on this orange juice, size zero diet. You can taper down what you eat during the day, but in the morning, you can have a good breakfast.”
Taking a cue from her candid confession, let’s understand why a good breakfast is a must.
Consultant dietitian and health educator Kanikka Malhotra highlighted that embracing traditional foods like aloo paratha with white butter can certainly fit into a balanced dietespecially when enjoyed mindfully and in moderation.
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“Contrary to the myth that all fats are harmful, traditional fats — such as white butter (makkhan) — contain short-chain fatty acids and fat-soluble vitamins that may offer health benefits when consumed as part of a diverse, whole-foods diet,” Malhotra said.
What to consider?
For optimal metabolic health and sustained energy, pairing such foods with protein-rich ingredients (like curd or paneer/tofu/eggs) and fibre (such as cucumber or tomato) can help stabilise blood sugar and prolong satiety, continued Malhotra.
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“Celebrity diets often emphasise personal preference and cultural comfortbut the cornerstone of good nutrition is variety, portion control, and listening to your body’s hunger and fullness cues — not demonising specific foods or following rigid trends. A flexible, balanced approach is more sustainable and effective for long-term health than restrictive or fad diets,” said Malhotra.
DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.