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Summary: How well do you know your food? Did you think soaked almonds make you smarter or that men should not have Soya? Is Batata (potato) really a Marathi word? Are these true facts or just ‘chronic’ myths circulated for ages? Fittr Podcast looks at food through the lens of science, history, culture and its unrevealed impact on our bodies. Host Jitendra Chouksey will realign the facts and stories we claim to know about everyday foods and help you demystify delusions about how you eat. Each episode will look at the evolution of a specific food item from its origin to how we know it today.

Podcasts:

 Episode 13: Whey - World’s Oldest Diet Obsession | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

The world is divided into two camps - those who think whey protein is a steroid and those who think they can’t build muscle without it! The truth, as always, is something else. Whey is one of mankind’s oldest foods and was being consumed long before it made its way into your shaker. Join Jitendra Chouksey aka JC as he takes you on a journey through the fascinating history of one of the most cherished food supplements known to man.

 Episode 12: Olive Oil - Our Obsession with Virginity | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

What keeps the people of the Mediterranean healthy and oh-so-sexy? The secret, or so the urban legend goes, is Olive Oil. This exotic oil has adorned the dining tables of everyone from the Ancient Greeks to the modern healthy bunny. Those who love it swear by its magical properties. But do these claims stand or crumble under the gaze of science? Join Jitendra Chouksey aka JC as he examines the interesting history, legends and stories of yet another food.

 Episode 11: Beetroot - The Original Love Drug | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

A vegetable that has been associated with love, beetroots have been around for ages. Linked to Aphrodite, beets were part of ancient rituals before they made it to our plates. Now, it seems, the world may have found yet another use for this root vegetable - a sex drug and performance enhancer. Join Jitendra Chouksey aka JC as we explore the vegetable that’s been linked to virility and performance - both on and off the playing field.

 Episode 10: Ghee – An ancient Elixir? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Food that’s now taken the world by storm, ghee is one of those uniquely Indian foods that has been used for millennia in South Asia. Long used by our Indian grandmothers as a panacea for all kinds of ills, ghee is also considered an excellent food not just for the Gods but for anyone who wants good health. Join Jitendra Chouksey aka JC as he explores the ancient Indian origins and science-backed advice about Ghee.

 Episode 09: Nothing Ordinary About The Soya | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

High in protein and used as a vegetarian and lactose alternative for many foods, soya has transcended its Asian origins to become the most widely cultivated legume across the globe. That’s what we’re exploring in this episode of Fittr Podcast. Join Jitendra Chouksey aka JC as he takes you on a journey through the interesting world of Soya, and find out if Soya is a wonder food or not?

 Episode 08: Cheesy Tales! | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Pasta and pizza, wine and…mice? – No, we’re not talking about last Friday night’s misadventures but rather, the stuff that is associated with these things – cheese. We all know Cheddar, Mozarella, and Parmesan. But did you know that India has its very own varieties of local, home-grown cheese? That’s what we’re exploring in this episode of Fittr Podcast. Join Jitendra Chouksey aka JC as he takes you on a journey through the unknown yet interesting world of Indian Cheese.

 Episode 07: Eggs – The Perfect Food? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

What’s white on the outside, golden on the inside and totally misunderstood by everyone? Loved and hated in equal measure, eggs are often cast as the villain because they’re a storehouse of cholesterol. The truth is that they are one of the oldest and most culturally significant foods ever known to humans. Join host Jitendra Chouksey aka JC on a whirlwind journey through the ages as he examines this versatile yet humble food – The Egg!

 Episode 06: Avocado - Pre-historic Fruit That Just Won’t Quit | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

If there were a prize for ugliest fruit ever, then this week’s food would be the hands-down winner! Originally known as the Alligator Pear, it underwent a major makeover and is now known by a rather exotic name - AVOCADO. A pre-historic berry that now finds a place of pride in every well-heeled Indian’s pantry, the story of how the avocado became the darling of the Low Carb/Keto crowd is a fascinating one. Host Jitendra Chouksey aka JC digs deep into the history of this fruit and tackles the question that’s on everyone’s mind - is the avocado really a superfood?

 Episode 05: The Caffeine Buzz | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Do you know why the whole world craves their morning cup of Joe? It’s because of the caffeine. Everyone from shift workers to guys that work out wants that caffeine kick! But did you ever wonder what caffeine actually does? It’s time to find out in this latest episode of Fittr Podcast. Host Jitendra Chouksey aka JC discusses the fascinating history of caffeine and breaks down the science behind its potent powers. You’ll never want to go decaf again!

 Episode 04: Peanuts – The World’s Favourite Snack | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

The whole world is nuts over peanuts – it is, quite literally, the world’s favourite snack. Peanut Butter is as much a part of Americana as Bourbon and Halloween. But how did this humble food become so popular? From being treated as a poor man’s food, how did it make it into every home and almost every cuisine? That’s what we look at in this episode of Fittr Podcast. Join Jitendra Chouksey aka JC on a trip down memory lane as he tells us stories, anecdotes and little-known facts about this former pig’s food.

 Episode 03: The Sweetest Thing – Artificial Sweeteners | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Artificial sweeteners, sugar substitutes, low calorie sweeteners – are they a god sent for people with a sweet tooth or are they, as the alarmists claim, toxic agents of mass destruction? The stories of these little devils take us on a roller coaster ride through Ancient Rome where the first sugar substitutes were invented and hurl us into the modern-day laboratories when all our favourite artificial sweeteners were “discovered”. Listen to fascinating stories of scientists in lab coats and how they fought the system so that they could market their inventions as every dieter’s dream come true: a sin-free way to indulge themselves! Join host Jitendra Chouksey aka JC as he demystifies and debunks the fake news and tall claims about these innocuous-looking food additives.

 Episode 02: Potato- An Unlikely Royal Vegetable | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Aloo ki Sabzi, Mashed Potatoes and – everyone’s favourite – Batata Wada. One vegetable, so many different avatars! This starchy spud is so versatile and ubiquitous that you may think it’s always found favour with people. But the story of the potato is a long and chequered one! From being discovered by the Spanish to being labelled the spawn of the Devil himself, from being patronaged by royal households to being shunned when it was brought to India, the potato has had a very interesting journey indeed! And then, there’s the age-old question: can you eat potatoes on a diet? In this episode, host Jitendra Chouksey takes us through the long, often surprising journey of the “batata” and helps us figure out if this now-beloved vegetable should have a place in our diets.

 Episode 01: Rice – A Knight in a Golden Armour | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: Unknown

Based on all the myths, you would be excused for believing that rice causes obesity, arsenic-related problems, diabetes, and makes you fat overnight. On the contrary, rice is known to have a high satiety index – meaning it gives the feeling of fullness. Did you know the origin of the word rice? Well, it was derived from the Greek word ‘oruza’. A piece of recent genetic evidence shows that all forms of Asian rice, both Indica and Japonica, came from a single domestication event that occurred 8,200–13,500 years ago in the Pearl River valley region of China. In this episode, the host, Jitendra Chouksey will help us understand why and how the rice-myths were shaped and what happens in the body when we consume this ancient grain You can also listen to Fittr Podcast on our website: http://audiohoppodcasts.com

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