Alaya F refuses Farah Khan’s special roast chicken, says she has turned vegetarian for a month; know what happens when you stop eating meat for 30 days | Food-wine News

Farah Khan and her cook Dilip, who has become an internet sensation, recently visited Alaya F‘s Mumbai home with the choreographer’s special roast chicken. However, the starlet couldn’t enjoy the meal. Farah said, “Sorry, Alaya! I know you are a vegetarian…”, to which Alaya replied, “I am a vegetarian for this month. Yes, I can have roast chicken next month.”
Meanwhile, Alaya’s mother and actor Pooja Bedi expressed her admiration for Farah’s cooking skills and the flavourful dish, saying: “It smells amazing”.
Previously, Farah shared her 7-ingredient roast chicken recipe on her food blog. Take a look at it below:
Ingredients
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1. Whole chicken2. Salt3. Olive oil4. Red Chilli Flakes5. Crushed Peppercorn6. Chopped Garlic7. Mustard Paste
Optional: Lemon juice
Method
*Marinate: Mix olive oil, salt, red chili flakes, mustard paste, crushed peppercorns, chopped garlic, and lemon juice. Coat the whole chicken evenly with the marinade.*Cook: Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken.*Simmer: Add water, cover the pan, and cook on a low flame for 30 minutes.*Treat: Flip the chicken and cook until the water dries up.

Taking a cue from this exchange, let’s understand what happens to the body if one stops eating meat for a month or 30 days.
If you switch from a heavy non-vegetarian diet to a vegetarian one for a month, you’ll “likely notice some interesting changes” in your body.Story continues below this ad
As a clinical dietitian and diabetes educator, Kanikka Malhotra said she sees many individuals make this transition, and the first thing most people report is feeling “lighter” and more energetic. “This is often due to increased fibre from fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes, which helps regulate digestion and can lead to more regular bowel movements,” said Malhotra.
Should you make the switch? (Photo: Freepik)
According to her, one might also see improvements in their cholesterol levels and blood pressure, since plant-based foods are naturally lower in saturated fats. “Some people even lose a bit of weight simply because vegetarian meals are less calorie-dense and more filling,” said Malhotra.
On the flip side, it’s common to experience a bit of bloating or gas at first as the digestive system is just getting used to all that extra fibre, said Malhotra. “It’s also important to pay attention to nutrients that are more abundant in animal foods, like vitamin B12, iron, and omega-3s,” said Malhotra.

While a month isn’t long enough to cause deficiencies, Malhotra recommended including fortified foods or supplements if you plan to stick with it. “Even a month of vegetarian eating can be a great reset for your body- just be mindful to keep your meals balanced and varied,” said Malhotra.Story continues below this ad
DISCLAIMER: This article is based on information from the public domain and/or the experts we spoke to. Always consult your health practitioner before starting any routine.