{
  "id": 5694762,
  "title": "Janmashtami 2026: You Can Enjoy Dahi, Makhan And More Without Derailing Your Weight-Loss Goals",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/janmashtami-2026-you-can-enjoy-dahi-makhan-and-more-without-derailing",
  "topic": "health",
  "section": "Health & Medicine",
  "published": "2026-09-04T10:01:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/lifestyle/janmashtami-2026-you-can-enjoy-dahi-makhan-and-more-without-derailing-your-weight-loss-goals"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "During Krishna Janmashtami celebrations, dishes like dahi, makhan, and misri are popular. Health experts advise against eliminating these traditional foods, but instead focus on portion control and mindful eating. Dahi, or unsweetened curd, is a protein-rich and calcium-packed option that can help with satiety. Adding fresh fruits, honey, seeds, or nuts can make it even more nutritious without adding sugar. However, avoid sweetening dahi excessively. Makhan, associated with Lord Krishna, should also be enjoyed in moderation, as an ingredient rather than a large serving. The key is not to eliminate makhan entirely but keep its portion small. Misri, a traditional rock sugar, is essentially sugar and should be consumed in small amounts. The main advice is to enjoy the festive foods, but avoid overeating by focusing on smaller portions and staying hydrated throughout the celebrations.",
  "summary": "Festivals and food have always gone hand in hand, and Krishna Janmashtami is certainly no exception. With celebrations underway, plates and prasad are likely to feature familiar favourites like dahi, makhan and misri. But if you are also trying to stay mindful of your weight, there is no need to treat the festive spread like an all-or-nothing situation. According to health experts, the trick is…",
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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."
}