The Most Dangerous Food You're Eating Daily
If someone asked you what you think is the most dangerous food in general, “what would you answer?” You may answer fast food! or oily food! or junk food! or unhygienic street food. Yes, you are right, these are very dangerous to eat, but there is one silent killer that we consume often. It is nothing more than a biscuit that you often buy for your children. There are many biscuits available in the market in colorful packets and in a variety of flavors.
Why Biscuits Are More Dangerous Than You Realize
You might think this is rubbish. We have all eaten biscuits since we were little. Now we are fine. You all are saying “don’t eat this, don’t eat that”. I agree with your views, but I have few questions.
Why are women facing so many health problems now like obesity?
Why are children having ADHD problems ?
Why do people who don’t drink alcohol also have liver damage?
Why does diabetes increase?
I’m not trying to say that biscuits are the only cause of all these problems. I’m just trying to tell you that biscuits are also part of this problem.
The Silent Killer in Your Kitchen
If you think biscuit is a normal food, can you take it like a regular meal? If you try this you may suffer a lot with health issues. So why should I only talk about biscuits?
Unaware of the problems caused by biscuits, we have been eating them as a snack every day since we were young, either by dipping them in water or tea. Even parents give biscuits to babies if they refuse to take food. They think it is the best alternative. That’s why I call biscuits a silent killer.
Harmful Chemicals Hidden in Your Biscuits
Most parents don’t realize that common biscuits contain dangerous chemicals banned in many countries. The preservative TBHQ (E319), derived from petroleum, has been proven in studies to cause liver enlargement and vision problems in children – so dangerous that Japan and parts of Europe prohibit it in kids’ foods. Equally alarming are BHT/BHA preservatives, which research links to increased cancer risk with long-term consumption.
| Issue | Contents | Health Risks | Safer Alternatives | Additional Insights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biscuit Health Hazards & Solutions Analysis | ||||
| High Calories | Refined flour, sugar | Obesity, diabetes | Whole grain biscuits, oats | Maida has 0 fiber, spikes blood sugar faster |
| Preservatives | TBHQ, BHT (E321) | Liver damage, cancer risk | Choose natural / organic brands | TBHQ banned in Japan & EU for child foods |
| Artificial Colors | Tartrazine (E102) | ADHD in children | Color-free biscuits | Linked to hyperactivity in 65% of kids |
| Trans Fats | Hydrogenated oil | Heart disease, cholesterol | Palm oil-free options | Banned in US since 2018 |
| High Sugar | 30-40% sugar content | Tooth decay, insulin spikes | Jaggery / honey sweetened | 1 biscuit ≈ 2 tsp sugar |
The artificial color Tartrazine (E102), used in those appealing yellow “cream” biscuits, triggers hyperactivity in 79% of sensitive children according to the landmark Southampton Study. This synthetic dye also worsens asthma symptoms and remains banned in Norway and Austria for its proven health risks. These aren’t harmless food additives – they’re industrial chemicals with documented dangers, yet they continue to be used in biscuits marketed to children across India.
How Biscuit Companies Are Manipulating You
Behind those innocent-looking biscuit packets lies a ruthless ₹50,000 crore business empire built on addicting children to unhealthy snacks. The industry spends thousands of crores annually on psychological manipulation tactics designed to hook young consumers for life.
Their misleading ads portray biscuits as energy-giving” Healthy Snacks, often showing them being approved by mothers or doctors. The truth? These ads violate WHO guidelines on marketing junk food to children. Through clever “education programs” and school sponsorships, they position themselves as child-friendly brands while quietly normalizing daily biscuit consumption. Many schools unknowingly become distribution channels for these unhealthy products. They exploit busy parents’ guilt by positioning biscuits as convenient “tiffin solutions”, while downplaying the health risks. Limited-time offers and cartoon-branded packaging make them irresistible to children.
The Benefits of Quitting Biscuits
Quitting biscuits cuts sugar crashes, boosting steady energy. It leads weight loss by eliminating empty calories and unhealthy fats. Blood sugar stabilizes, reducing cravings. Dental health improves with less cavity-causing sugar. Skin may clear as inflammation drops. You save money and make space for more nutritious snacks, supporting overall health.
Try to stop eating biscuits. You will feel the changes: your children’s focus level will improve, your sugar level will control, digestive problems will be solved.
Healthy Snacks Alternatives to Biscuits:
- Ragi Cookies: 3x more calcium, 5x more fiber than regular biscuits.
- Sprouted Mung Snacks: 12g protein per 100g vs biscuits’ 5g.
- Date-nut Balls: Natural sweetness with 15 essential minerals.
What You Should Do Today:
- Remove all biscuits from your home today – don’t wait for the packet to finish.
- Replace them with natural alternatives like fruits, nuts, or homemade snacks.
- Educate other parents and share this crucial information.
- Complain to schools that serve biscuits as “healthy” snacks.
You may ask, we’ve all been eating biscuits since we were little, but we’re all good. But we don’t know our biological system has changed. And also we didn’t eat biscuits regularly but today’s generation eat biscuits like regular meals. Together, let’s create a healthier generation – it starts with this choice today.
