Samosas, jalebis are bad? These 8 foods too need health warning

Samosa, jalebi are bad? These 8 foods too need health warning

By Namita S Kalla | July 19, 2025 |  Image: Canva

Fat and sugar alerts

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India will soon display cigarette  like health warnings on samosas and jalebis to highlight harmful fat and  sugar. Here are some more snacks  that need attention:

Fried samosas and pakoras

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These monsoon snacks are deep  fried and loaded with trans fat and  empty calories. They may raise bad cholesterol, clog arteries, and risk heart diseases, just like smoking

Sweet jalebi and gulab jamun

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Soaked in sweet syrup, these  sweets possess unhealthy fats. Overindulging can cause sugar spike  and inflammation overload

Loaded pizzas, burgers

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You may love these takeaway foods, but they are high in saturated fats, salt, and refined carbs. They lead to weight gain, type 2 diabetes, heart issues and more

Sodas and sweetened juices

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Sodas and packed juices give sugar shocks that make your liver work extra hard. They may cause insulin resistance, tooth decay, and also fatigue

Potato chips and namkeens

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Crunchy snacks always at hand, but  the high salt levels spike blood pressure and strain your kidneys. Frequent snacking on these can put your heart  on a dangerous loop

Processed meats, sausages, hot dogs

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These tasty hotdogs and sausages are typically full of preservatives and salt. Research links frequent consumption with a higher risk of cancer,especially bowel cancer, and heart issues.

Creamy coffee, packaged creamers

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That frothy coffee might taste good, but the hidden sugars adn artificial fats in it can wreak havoc on your cholesterol and blood sugar

Instant noodles and ready meals

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They seem easy to cook but are high  on salt and unhealthy fats. Besides,  they also lack in nutrients. Avoid  them, as these harm your metabolism and may damage your heart

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