Gut Feeling: Why Multigrain Rotis and Chaas Are Diwali's Hottest Staples

As Diwali spreads joy and indulgence across India, a quiet health revolution is brewing in the kitchen. Multigrain flours and chaas are gaining traction as festive staples, offering digestive ease and nutritional depth amid rich sweets and fried snacks. Experts and brands alike are encouraging families to embrace these gut-friendly options without sacrificing flavor.

Key highlights from the trend:

- Multigrain flours combine whole grains like jowar, bajra, ragi, oats, and wheat  
  These blends deliver higher fibre, plant-based protein, and essential micronutrients—supporting digestion, sustained energy, and heart health.

- Popular picks include Aashirvaad Multigrain Atta and Manna Multi Millet Atta  
  These flours are seeing a surge in demand on platforms like Amazon and Flipkart, with buyers opting for 5kg and 10kg packs for daily use.

- Chaas, India’s traditional buttermilk, is making a comeback as a probiotic powerhouse  
  Rich in lactic acid bacteria, chaas aids digestion, cools the gut, and balances the heaviness of festive meals. Nutritionists recommend spicing it with jeera, mint, or hing for added benefits.

- Dieticians endorse the duo for festive balance  
  Shivangi Jamwal, writing for Hindustan Times, notes that multigrain flours help offset the nutrient loss from refined flours, while chaas supports gut flora and hydration.

- Easy integration into festive menus  
  Multigrain rotis, millet-based snacks, and chaas-based drinks are being featured in health-conscious Diwali recipes across food blogs and wellness platforms.

Why it matters:  
With rising awareness around gut health and lifestyle diseases, these simple swaps offer a way to celebrate without compromise. Multigrain flours and chaas blend tradition with science—making them not just festive-friendly, but future-ready.

Sources: Hindustan Times, Amazon India, Flipkart