When it comes to eating vegetables, it can be easy to stick to a few tried and true. However, by eating the same few fruits and vegetables on rotation, you are missing out on the many nutrients found in the ones you’re not eating. The phrase “eat the rainbow” is a simplified way of encouraging […]
One of the main ingredients you’ll see listed on the back of our Rice Lentil Chips is bengal gram. Although you may have never heard of it, it’s what helps our chips to be nutrition-packed and filled with authentic Indian flavor. Keep reading to learn about its many forms, and why it’s so awesome! Gram […]
About Tamarind Tamarind trees, although indigenous to tropical Africa, have grown on Indian soil for many centuries and have deep roots in Indian folklore. The trees bear fruit with a date-like consistency and an explosive, tart flavor, encased by a hard shell similar to that of a peanut. The fruit itself was nicknamed “Indian date”, […]
Trader Joe’s is famous for their considerably large freezer section, filled with a diverse assortment of cuisines. Shopping in the frozen aisle at TJ’s is a great option for saving money without sacrificing taste, although many of the dishes can be hit or miss (see Delish’s article ranking each one!). Additionally, many of the items […]
If you take a look at the ingredients on the back of a bag of Sasya chips, you’ll see sorghum on the list. You may not have heard of it before, but chances are you’ve consumed it in more than just our chips, as it’s commonly used as a substitute for grains containing gluten. Keep […]
In case you didn’t already know, our products are made in DC, and we have a lot of pride for it! We love being located in DC for all of the creative minds, entrepreneurial spirits, and people with a shared passion for their city. Whether you are from out of town, are new to DC, […]
In recent years, coconuts have become quite popular due to their versatility and health benefits. Although commonly used today in our food and beauty regimens, coconuts used to have a bad reputation for being high in saturated and cholesterol. Coconuts are actually highly nutritious – rich in fiber, packed with micronutrients, and rich with antioxidants. […]
Due to the continuing advancement of modern agriculture and food preservation techniques, it is easy to forget that not all foods are naturally accessible to us at all times of the year. For example, just because we see tomatoes in grocery stores year round doesn’t mean we should be consuming them year round. There are […]
At Sasya, we believe in creating our products in a sustainable and eco-friendly way. We pay close attention to the entire lifecycle of our products, from how they are produced, how they are retailed, to how they are consumed and then, ultimately, how they are discarded. In our experience, living sustainably does not have to […]
Many people in the health and fitness community today are taking notes from ancient hunter gatherers to practice something called intermittent fasting (IF). Back when humans did not have supermarkets, fridges, or a constant food source, it was common for us to go for long periods of time without eating. As a result, humans evolved […]
Natural sugars, added sugars, refined sugars, processed sugars… what, exactly, do these mean? What’s the difference between them, and how can you differentiate between them? We’re here to clear up any confusion. The Basics Sugar is a simple carbohydrate used by our bodies for energy, but the effect sugar has on your body depends […]
If you follow any food accounts on Instagram or are a foodie yourself, you’ve probably seen or heard of Whole30 – a 30-day elimination diet designed by sports nutritionist Melissa Hartwig intended to change your relationship with food. The program requires those who dare to try it to remove anything from their diet commonly linked […]
