A family has been served spicy chana bhature, dahi bhalla and mango pickle for lunch. Suggest four modifications in this meal to suit the nutritional requirements of a pregnant woman. Give four reasons for your suggestions.

Answer

Family	Modifications	Reasons
Chana	(i) Less spicy and add coriander leaves (ii) More quantity of chana	1. Folic acid, Vitamin A, Iron 2. Proteins
Bhature	1. Stuff with grated paneer 2. Knead dough with beetroot/green leafy vegetables	1. Calcium, Vitamin A, Protein 2. Iron
Dahi	Add pineapple pieces	Vitamin C (revised ICMR)
Bhalla	Stuff with raisins/ dates	Iron, Zinc
Mango Pickle	Replace mango pickle with amla chutney with less spices.	Vitamin C