Hypothyroidism is incredibly common in India — and yet most patients get a prescription for levothyroxine and very little else. The result? Millions of Indians on thyroid medication who still feel exhausted, gain weight, and lose hair — because they do not know that what they eat significantly affects how well their thyroid functions and how effectively their medication works. The Most Important Rule: Your Thyroid Medication and Food Take levothyroxine (Thyrox, Eltroxin) on a

You eat home-cooked food. You avoid fast food. You exercise occasionally. And still — the scale does not move. As a dietitian in Mumbai, this is the most common story I hear from new clients. The frustration is real. And the problem is almost never laziness or lack of willpower. It is usually one of a handful of very specific, very fixable mistakes. Mistake 1: Eating Healthy Food in Unhealthy Quantities Ghee is healthy. Roti is fine. Dal is excellent. But a calorie surplus is

If you have been diagnosed with PCOS, there is a good chance your doctor mentioned insulin resistance. But what exactly is the connection — and why does it matter so much for how you eat and manage your PCOS? The PCOS–Insulin Resistance Connection Insulin resistance means your body's cells do not respond normally to insulin. To compensate, your pancreas secretes more insulin — leading to chronically high insulin levels. High insulin directly stimulates the ovaries to produce

India is now the diabetes capital of the world. Over 101 million Indians have Type 2 diabetes, and millions more are pre-diabetic without knowing it. Most people are told their diabetes is a lifelong condition that can only be managed — never reversed. But the science says something different. As a Certified Diabetes Educator and Clinical Dietitian in Mumbai, I have seen patients reduce their HbA1c from 9% to 5.8%, come off metformin entirely, and achieve what doctors call 'd

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects 1 in 5 Indian women of reproductive age — making it one of the most common hormonal conditions in the country. Yet most women diagnosed with PCOS are simply told to 'lose weight and eat healthy' without any specific guidance. As a clinical dietitian in Mumbai, I see PCOS patients every week. The right PCOS diet plan for Indian women is not about cutting carbs entirely or following a Western keto diet. It is about choosing the right Ind

Summer is here — but can you eat fruit if you have diabetes? This is one of the most common questions I hear from my clients every May and June. The fruit stalls are full of colour — jamun, papaya, guava, watermelon — and it feels like everything is off the menu. The good news? It's not. As a clinical dietitian, I want you to enjoy the season without fear. The key is knowing which fruits to choose, how much to eat, and when to eat them. Here's your complete guide to summer f