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Srinivasa K. Rao, Ph.D.

Srinivasa K. Rao, Ph.D.

Biomedical Scientist in New York is interested in Nutrition, Metabolomics, Food as Medicine, STEM and AI. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sraonewyrok/

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Food for Health–Rhymes–Bay Leaf-174/365

2 min readSep 14, 2024

Harmonizing health & biodiversity, our melodic food for health rhymes initiative can ignite kids’ love for diverse foods in a fun and engaging way.

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Srinivasa K. Rao, Ph.D.

Recognizing that children’s limited diet impacts both their health and the planet’s biodiversity, we propose to foster a love for diverse foods through the universal language of music. We created nursery rhymes, each featuring a different food item, set to familiar tunes. We hope these rhymes will not only educate children about the nutritional benefits of various foods but also stimulate demand for diverse crops, ultimately contributing to biodiversity.

This initiative promises a fun, engaging way to cultivate healthier habits in children while safeguarding our planet.

Bay Leaf: Subtle and sweet, a fragrant treat, adding depth to every heat!

Tune: “Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star”

🎵Bay Leaf, Bay Leaf, small and green,

In my soup, you’re always seen.

Vitamins like A and C,

Help me grow so strong and free.🎵

🎵Fiber helps my tummy stay,

Healthy, strong in every way.

Antioxidants you provide,

Keeping health right by my side.🎵

🎵In the pot, you twirl around,

Spreading flavor, all so sound.

Bay Leaf, Bay Leaf, full of cheer,

Helping us throughout the year.🎵

🎵With your taste and all you bring,

You make every meal a thing.

Bay Leaf, Bay Leaf, what a treat,

Making every bite complete!🎵

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Srinivasa K. Rao, Ph.D.
Srinivasa K. Rao, Ph.D.

Written by Srinivasa K. Rao, Ph.D.

Biomedical Scientist in New York is interested in Nutrition, Metabolomics, Food as Medicine, STEM and AI. https://www.linkedin.com/in/sraonewyrok/