
 Wise Traditions 459: Dietary Propaganda In India
 Jan 29, 2024 
 Dr. Sylvia Karpagam discusses the anti-meat movement in India, societal biases against meat, challenges faced by meat eaters, and the promotion of a nutrient-poor diet. She highlights the impact of the caste system on food choices, extreme measures taken to discourage meat consumption, and myths surrounding nutrition in India. 
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 Introduction 
 00:00 • 2min 
 Unraveling the Dietary Caste System in India 
 01:49 • 10min 
 Extreme Measures in India and Nutrition Policy Implications 
 12:15 • 4min 
 Breakfast Cereal Influence on Behavior and Nutrition in India 
 15:47 • 6min 
 Rebutting Misconceptions about Height and Hemoglobin Standards in India 
 21:29 • 3min 
 Reclaiming Traditional Diets and Challenging Dietary Propaganda in India 
 24:00 • 13min 
