YouTuber & social media influencer Revant Himatsingka aka foodpharmer has come at loggerheads with India's commercial flight carrier IndiGO. Revant Himatsingka aka foodpharmer on April 17 uploaded his video on his official X handle accusing IndiGo of serving certain pre-packaged meals that contain 'high sodium'. However, after Revant's video went viral on social media, IndiGo hit back at the food-influencer saying it, "serves fresh and pre-packaged food only from the most reputed vendors. All food served on board IndiGo flights carries details on ingredients and nutritional information as per FSSAI norms. Passengers have the choice of choosing from freshly prepared pre-booked meals or purchase pre-packaged food products on board." As a result, Revant Himatsingka aka foodpharmer vs IndiGo controversy is getting intensified. Keeping the controversy aside, the question arises who is Revant Himatsingka aka foodpharmer? Below is everything you need to know about Revant Himatsingka aka foodpharmer-
Who is Revant Himatsingka aka foodpharmer?
Hailing from Kolkata, Revant Himatsingka aka foodpharmer is famous for taking on FMCG companies. Revant Himatsingka aka foodpharmer has been featured in Forbes for exposing top FMCG companies who are selling food items and labeling them healthy. Revant Himatsingka aka foodpharmer first rose to fame after he highlighted high sugar in Cadbury Bournevita. While Cadbury clapped back saying that Bournevita is safe to drink, Revant Himatsingka aka foodpharmer maintained his stance. Interestingly, India's Central Government a few days back barred the E-commerce website from leveling Bournevita an energy drink.
Going by LinkedIn Profile, Revant Himatsingka says, "I have 3 main goals for the next few years- 1. Stop FMCGS from marketing junk food as healthy food..2. Promote clean businesses..3. Teach Indians how to read food labels"
"I create thoughtful often funny videos to educate Indians about health, social issues, and life as a whole! A few other interesting things to know about me- I'm a Wharton MBA (though I'm not too interested in Finance), a certified Health Coach, and an author of the book Selfienomics!"
Revant Himatsingka enjoys a massive fan base on social media. On Instagram, Revant Himatsingka has 2 million followers, while on YouTube, Revant Himatsingka enjoys 426K subscribers.
Revant Himatsingka on Indigo's Pre-packaged food
Revant Himatsingka shared the video on X with the caption, "Shocking video about the food served at Indigo airlines! Most of us already know that Maggi is a high sodium food! What most of don’t know is that Indigo’s Magic Upma has 50% more sodium than Maggi, Indigo’s Poha has ~83% more sodium than Maggi, and Daal Chawal has as much sodium as Maggi. Just because “Upma”, “Poha”, “Daal chawal” sound healthy, does not mean they are healthy. Always remember junk food pretending to be healthy, is even more dangerous than junk food. Indian’s already consume too much sodium and consuming excess sodium on a regular basis raises our blood pressure and can result in hypertension, heart issues and kidney issues.
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