{
  "id": 4224401,
  "title": "‘Raisins, figs, dates…’: Mountaineer cautions trekkers against eating too many nuts at high altitudes",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/raisins-figs-dates-mountaineer-cautions-trekkers-against-eating-too",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-29T15:30:30.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/lifestyle/health/raisins-figs-dates-mountaineer-cautions-trekkers-against-eating-too-many-nuts-at-high-altitudes-10847659/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Mountaineer Premlata Agrawal, the first Indian woman to conquer all Seven Summits, has cautioned trekkers against consuming excessive nuts at high altitudes. She distinguished between dried fruits, like raisins, figs, and dates, and nuts, which include almonds, cashews, pistachios, and walnuts. Agrawal advised that nuts are harder to digest in the mountains, and hydration is key after consuming them.\n\nDr. Sarang Deshpande, an expert in orthopedics and joint replacement, weighed in on the matter. He explained that nuts take longer to digest than foods rich in simple carbohydrates due to their high fat, protein, and fiber content. This, combined with the reduced oxygen availability, changes in routine, and potential dehydration at high altitudes, can lead to feelings of fullness, bloating, or digestive discomfort after eating large amounts of nuts. However, this doesn't mean trekkers should avoid nuts altogether.\n\nDr. Deshpande emphasized the importance of portion control, suggesting a small handful of nuts mixed with other foods would be more manageable than consuming a large quantity when energy demands are high. He also clarified that nuts and dried fruits serve different purposes, with dried fruits being high in carbohydrates for quick energy, and nuts providing longer-lasting satisfaction and aiding recovery due to their fats, protein, and minerals.\n\nAgrawal's advice regarding nuts and dried fruits' role in hydration needs clarification. Neither should be considered a replacement for water. While nuts contain minimal water, they also do not aid hydration like dried fruits do. Trekkers must remember to consume adequate fluids and electrolytes, especially at high altitudes where exertion and dehydration can significantly impact their performance and well-being.",
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        "outlet": "The Indian Express - Lifestyle",
        "title": "‘Raisins, figs, dates…’: Mountaineer cautions trekkers against eating too many nuts at high altitudes",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/29/raisins-figs-dates-mountaineer-cautions-trekkers-against-eating-too-4225925",
        "published": "2026-08-29T15:30:30.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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