Written By: Bhavyajyoti Chilukoti | Updated : May 23, 2015 10:51 AM IST
The 2-minute Maggi Masala noodles are in the news for the past few days. And everyone on earth is still figuring out what to do with their stash of Maggi noodles. But if you feel that you can live on other varieties like Maggi oats, Maggi atta noodles, curry noodles or masala noodles, better beware. Here s what you need to know.
High in sodium
One bowl of Maggi (90 mg) provides you around 1090 mg of sodium, which makes up for 50% of your required daily dose of sodium. This means you have to cook the rest of your food - lunch and dinner and snack- with just half a spoon of salt. Also, people suffering from hypertension and those at risk of heart disease should try to avoid eating it. Here are all your questions on Maggi answered by experts.
High in fats and carbohydrates
The basic ingredient of Maggi is Maida (refined flour) which is a complex carbohydrate. Also, every variety of Maggi is high in saturated fats. Maggi Atta noodles contain 84.2% atta and Maggi Oats noodles have 78.4% of multigrain flour of which only 52% is oat flour. Every variety of Maggi that you eat contains similar ingredients.
Low in nutrients, fiber and proteins
If you feel the desiccated vegetables in the noodles makes it healthier, you are wrong. In reality, Maggi is low in nutrient value, low in fibre content and also has comparatively less amount of proteins. Don t believe? Check out the nutrient information at the bottom/back of the pack. Move over Maggi There are other 2-minute healthy snacks.
Not easy-to-digest
As Maggi is rich in complex carbohydrate, it is heavy on the stomach and not easily digestible. So if you are wondering why you experience stomach pain every day, watch your Maggi intake!
High in preservatives
Are you aware of the fact that the preservatives present in Maggi are not good for health? They are high in sodium which in turn increases your risk of other health complications like hypertension, heart disease and even kidney disease.
So are you going to eat more Maggi Vote YES or NO.
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