Actor Mallika Sherawat recently shared her ideal breakfast routine in an interview with Mashable India. “Start with fresh fruit in the morning and after half an hour, idli,” she said. She also spoke about her love for dal chawal, a staple in many Indian households.

But does eating fruit first and waiting 30 minutes before having idli offer any health benefits? According to Kanikka Malhotra, Consultant Dietician and Certified Diabetes Educator, the combination can be part of a balanced breakfast, but the time gap itself offers no proven digestive advantage. What matters more is the meal’s nutritional composition, particularly its fibre and protein content.

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