Poha or rice flakes are basically breakfast food. The rice flakes are derived from the rice field, which is partially pre-cooked and converted into flat flakes. Rice flakes have a very good shelf life. It is a nutritious product since it is not polished in rice. It has a medium thickness and a clear texture. Poha is cheap and convenient breakfast food. It is becoming popular in other parts of the country besides western India. The rice flakes are consumed after frying them with ground nuts or directly in hotels and restaurants. The Poha-based diet can also be introduced into the government-administered midday meal program for school-age children.