Authors: Dr. Arati Basumatary
Abstract: The food culture of a community is intrinsically linked to its history, lifestyle, geographical environment, and social customs. Each community and ethnic group possesses a unique and distinct food culture. Among the northeastern regions of India, the food culture of Assam is particularly notable for its rich flavours and medicinal value. Assamese food culture extends beyond nourishment, as it is deeply associated with indigenous beliefs, Ayurvedic knowledge, and a close relationship with nature. Food and immunity are closely interconnected, and traditional Assamese dietary practices, being nature-oriented, are enriched with numerous medicinal properties. Assam’s food traditions are distinctive not only for their taste but also for their use of natural ingredients, digestion-friendly cooking methods, and their inherent potential to enhance immune resistance. The present research paper aims to provide a comprehensive overview of Assam’s food culture and to examine the role of its traditional dietary practices in strengthening immunity. The proposed research paper attempts to present comprehensive knowledge of Assam's food culture and discuss the immune resistance inherent within it.
DOI: http://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18033471
