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Abstract

The greatest disadvantage of fast food is the adverse effect that it has on one's health. It is a fact that fast food is more unhealthy than home-cooked meals, as they contain higher amounts of unwanted nutrients like salt, fat and various types of additives. Considering all types of professions and standard of living, fast food is becoming the popular trend between the people, whatever be the profession i.e. Engineers, Doctors, IT professionals, workers etc. They all are consuming the Diet containing high sodium, fats, protein which is not significantly needed to the human body. According to Ayurveda in Charaka Vimansthana 1, excessive use of Lavana creates Satmya Lakshana viz. Vali, Palita & Khalitya. A survey study was done on sample size of 200 volunteers who consume daily salt between the range of 5 to 12 gms. After data collection, conclusion was drawn.

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