Dipika Kakar and Shoaib Ibrahim Discuss Sugar Moderation for Their Son Ruhaan
Dipika Kakar treats son Ruhaan to homemade gajar ka halwa, admits she and husband Shoaib Ibrahim only give him sugar in moderation: ‘He is in the growing age’
The Indian Express
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Actor Dipika Kakar shared her experience making gajar ka halwa for her son Ruhaan, emphasizing moderation in sugar intake. While she and her husband, Shoaib Ibrahim, allow some sugar in Ruhaan's diet, health experts warn against normalizing sugar for young children, advocating for balanced nutrition instead.
- 01Dipika Kakar made gajar ka halwa for her son Ruhaan, who enjoyed it.
- 02Shoaib Ibrahim emphasized moderation in sugar consumption for children.
- 03Health expert Dr. Rajiv Kovil cautioned against normalizing sugar in young children's diets.
- 04Early exposure to sugar can lead to unhealthy eating habits and metabolic issues.
- 05Balanced nutrition is essential for children's growth, not added sugar.
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Dipika Kakar (Indian actor) recently made gajar ka halwa at home for her son Ruhaan, who expressed a strong liking for the dish. In a YouTube vlog with her husband, Shoaib Ibrahim, they discussed their approach to Ruhaan's diet, stating they provide sugar in moderation, believing that children in their growing age need energy from various foods, including sweets. However, health expert Dr. Rajiv Kovil raised concerns about the normalization of sugar for young children, asserting that added sugar is not necessary for growth. He explained that early exposure to sugar can condition children's preferences for sweet foods, potentially leading to obesity and metabolic disorders later in life. Kovil emphasized the importance of balanced nutrition over sugar, warning that parents shape their children's future eating habits through their dietary choices.
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Parents should be mindful of their children's sugar intake to promote healthier eating habits and prevent future health issues.
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