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As Diwali lights up homes across India, the season of gifting, feasting, and indulgence returns in full swing. From golden laddoos to flaky soan papdi, it’s nearly impossible to resist the lure of festive sweets. But while your heart may say yes, your heart health might be saying, ‘Please don’t.’

Cardiologist and functional medicine expert Dr Alok Chopra recently took to Instagram to share a much-needed reality check and some surprisingly tasty swaps. His message was clear: enjoying Diwali doesn’t mean cutting out joy; it means choosing better joy.

Why Traditional Festive Sweets Deserve A Rethink

Dr Chopra points out that many of the mass-produced sweets we buy during Diwali are loaded with refined sugar, low-quality oils, and artificial colours, making it a d

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