Question
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.
Solution
| 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 |
