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Written by Tavishi Dogra | Updated : October 14, 2024 12:43 PM IST Today, with this fast world, the traditional model of three main meals is fast becoming a thing of the past and metamorphosing into a more flexible approach called "sanctification." People have started going for more frequent, small meals instead of sitting for a structured breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Pathik Patel, Athlete And Founder of Fit and Flex (NIVA Nutrifoods LLP/Basil Group), shares that this is not over convenience but a sign of a much more significant change in lifestyles wherein people have busier schedules, are more health conscious and want variety. It has proved very practical in dealing with modern life's time demands. With work, family, and other bundles of needs for attention, people are less likely to engage in preparing and consuming full meals. It's become more convenient to grab quick-and-easy or ready-to-eat food items because they are portable and devoid of cooking, such as nuts, yoghurt, protein bars, etc. This evolution from being merely snack foods such as potato chips or candies to healthy snacks puts the foot forward for snackification on the road to a more balanced diet. Health consciousness is the other main driver here. People are more conscious of what they eat and, hence, more reliant on this snacking trend as a steady fuel source throughout the day. More News It would prevent overeating and keep metabolism active. It is still based on the updated dietary recommendation that controls portions and eats with balanced nutrition. Sanctification thus translates to an attitude of people devouring food without feeling guilty or needing sanction over how heavy a meal might be. Responding to this, the food industry has unleashed many healthy, convenient products that can be snacked on. Choices range from protein bars and smoothies to plant-based snacks and nutrient-dense bites- endless. Most of them were framed based on specific dietary needs and are sold in packets that are easy to carry. Brands have been inventing innovation around this desire, creating convenient and healthy products. Of course, this has led to aisles full of single-serving, on-the-go snack items in grocery stores. Another significant reason behind sanctification is variety. People do not want to be confined to that debilitating straitjacket of a meal structure or the repeated cycling diet. Snackification allows them to indulge in whatever food they please during the day. Morning savoury or afternoon sweet sanctification opens up an infinite possibility of mixing flavours and textures to make eating less routine and more enjoyable. Don’t Miss Out on the Latest Updates. Subscribe to Our Newsletter Today! Enroll for our free updates Thank You for Subscribing Thanks for Updating Your Information None
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