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Diwali 2025: Which sweets should you definitely skip this year?

By Lakshana N Palat

Diwali 2025: Which sweets should you definitely skip this year?

Cardiologist and functional medicine expert Dr. Alok Chopra had explained in an Instagram post that says, "This Diwali, redefine indulgence. Health isn't about cutting joy -- it's about choosing better joy. From A2 ghee laddus to antioxidant-packed bites, let your celebrations reflect true abundance -- inside and out." Translation: you can enjoy sweets without fueling a sugar hangover.

Market boondi laddu? No, go for Homemade besan laddu.

Skip the sugar-packed, colour-drenched store laddus (~700g sugar per kg!). Go for homemade besan laddus made with A2 ghee and organic jaggery. Tasty and guilt-free.

Soan papdi and barfi boxes? Pistachio and rose coconut bites

Trade in those sugar bombs for date-puree-based treats with nuts and rose -- sweet, aromatic, and less likely to spike your blood sugar.

Deep-fried namkeen? No. Roasted nut and seed mix.

Your guests will thank you for skipping fried, preservative-heavy snacks. Roasted nuts and seeds are crunchy, satisfying, and keep energy steady.

Wafers and chocolate hampers? No. Curated wellness baskets

Instead of store-bought sugary hampers, gift berries, dragon fruit, avocado, and dark chocolate (85%). Chic, indulgent, and surprisingly healthy.

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