The Indian concept of bread is very different from the concept of bread as prevalent in the other parts of the world. They are usually baked on direct flame, fried or deeply fried. It is usually used fresh and not meant for storing for a long period. It is the staple food in almost all parts of India and is eaten with subji or curry for lunch or dinner. Nutritionally, breads are much ahead than any other form of food. It is fit for almost all doshas except for some diseased conditions.

Chapati is the most common bread that is consumed all over India. It is tridoshic and can be consumed by everyone.

Plain puri is deep fried bread and person with high cholesterol, diabetes and heart diseases should avoid it.

Paratha is fried bread and therefore person with high cholesterol should avoid consuming mush parathas.