About Balanced Bento
Balanced Bento stands out as a beacon of nutritional clarity. With a commitment to demystifying nutrient labels, the platform provides users with accessible insights and guidance, transforming the daunting task of label reading into an empowering experience. By unravelling the complexities of nutritional information, Balanced Bento equips individuals to make informed decisions, fostering a balanced and mindful approach to their diet. As a trusted resource, the platform aims to empower users on their journey toward a healthier and happier lifestyle through knowledge and informed choices.
Meet Founder: Sara Tiwari
Welcome to Balanced Bento, where we believe knowledge can nourish both the mind and body.
Growing up attending an international school as an immigrant in Japan, I noticed the variety of foods eaten by my peers, each from different backgrounds. I would bring in my homecooked Indian food and silently analyse everyone’s lunch boxes, or 弁当 (bentos), to see if they met the ideal ratio of macronutrients that I and many others were taught in elementary school. It was a habit I grew out of, however. As time passed and the time available to prepare meals got shorter, I found myself in small but frequent quandaries when I stopped at the convenience store, or コンビニ (combini), for a snack.
On one such occasion, I picked up the packet of 50 g chips as it was right at the entrance and ran out to make it in time for my train. When I finally had the time, though, I read the nutrition information for this bag of chips and realised that this was an indulgence rather than a sustainable snack. It was this small thought — the extra 2 minutes I was able to spare — that led me to wonder the power of the mere act of reading nutrition labels before consuming a processed food.
Hence, the mission of Balanced Bento is to educate consumers about the significance of nutrition labels and provide practical guidance for making healthier food choices in one’s daily life. This project is dedicated to the continuous learning and updating of information; we strive to provide the most accurate and relevant resources to our audience.
The impact of Balanced Bento extends beyond individuals to the community at large. By increasing nutritional literacy and promoting healthier eating habits, we envision a future where everyone has access to the knowledge and resources needed to lead healthier lives.
We invite you to explore the Balanced Bento website and blog, where you will find valuable insights on nutrition labels, frequent updates on healthy eating tips, and other relevant helpful information. It’s time to take control of our health and well-being.
