India, Sept. 12 -- One of the most common questions I hear as a member of the Physicians Association for Nutrition (PAN) is simple but important: what is the best diet for good health? Every year, new diets come into the spotlight - keto, low-carb, high-protein, intermittent fasting - but most of these are hard to maintain over the long term. When experts look at diets carefully, considering safety, nutrition, ease of diet, and overall health outcomes, one approach stands out: eating a plant-rich, balanced diet.

Plant-based foods are very important for staying healthy and preventing diseases. Eating more vegetables, fruits, grains, pulses, and nuts gives our body the vitamins, minerals, and fibre it needs to stay strong. Studies show tha...