As a nutrition consultant, I have seen a troubling rise in Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) among young teens, with some girls as young as 13-14 years old being affected. Concerned mothers frequently approach me for meal plans tailored to help their daughters manage this condition. The surge in PCOS cases is partly due to diets high in refined carbohydrates, refined oils, and processed foods, combined with a lack of exercise and an increasingly sedentary lifestyle. The Impact

There’s a quiet poetry in the way food influences the human body. Beyond nourishment, certain foods seem to awaken something deeper — a sense of vitality, warmth, and connection. Across cultures and centuries, these have been called aphrodisiacs . Modern science now reveals what ancient wisdom always hinted at: desire is a mirror of health . When the body is well-fed, hormones balanced, circulation strong, and the mind at ease, desire flows effortlessly. Zinc - The Spark Of H

In 1879, a chemist named Constantin Fahlberg accidentally changed the food industry forever — all because he forgot to wash his hands. Fahlberg was working in the lab of Professor Ira Remsen at Johns Hopkins University, studying coal tar derivatives (yes, coal tar — many early chemicals were derived from it). One day, after a long day in the lab, he went home for dinner without washing his hands properly. While eating, he noticed that his bread and fingers tasted unusually

What if I told you that how you pair your food could quietly be the reason you feel sluggish… or supercharged? That your body might be missing out on key nutrients simply because the right pairings aren’t on your plate? This isn’t about fancy diets or hard-to-find superfoods. It’s about hacking your daily meals with smart, simple combos that: Unlock hidden nutrients Boost energy and immunity Balance hormones Keep blood sugar in check In this post, I’ll show you the tiny twea

I used to chase a smaller body. Now I’m building a stronger one. If you're gaining weight without explanation, stuck in a plateau, or confused by perimenopause — this post is your reminder: The scale isn’t the only measure of progress. #1 Energy & Mood One of the most powerful — yet often overlooked — signs that your fitness and nutrition journey is working is a noticeable shift in your energy and mood . You may find yourself sailing through the day with more sustained energy

There was a time in my life when I was eating enough —in fact, more than enough. But somehow, I was always tired. I couldn’t focus. My skin felt dull. My hair was thinning. Climbing stairs felt harder than they should. And emotionally, I was constantly swinging between irritability and exhaustion. I was overfed … but deeply undernourished . It took me years (and a complete mindset shift) to understand that food isn’t just about calories. It’s information . It’s fuel. It’s med

Think your morning idli, poha, or upma is harmless? Think again. That “light and healthy” Indian breakfast could be silently spiking your blood sugar and draining your energy for the rest of the day. The good news? You don’t have to give up your favorites — just master a few smart tweaks that turn them into blood sugar–friendly power meals. Through my research, I've identified three essential food groups proven to assist in stabilizing these fluctuations. They are... Fiber-ri

The old-me used to think that calories don't matter. The new-me understands that calories DO matter, but not always. In this post we are going to explore: What are calories and how are they measured? How do you calculate the amount of calories burned? What factors determine the amount of calories burned through exercise? Why tracking of calories burned using apps and gadgets are inaccurate? Why you should not trust nutritional information labels on packaged foods? What is a c

This is a very loaded question — and truthfully, there’s no straightforward answer. But here’s something to anchor on: among the three macronutrients — proteins, carbohydrates, and fats  — only two are labelled essential.  We have essential amino acids  (from proteins) and essential fatty acids  (from fats). There is no such thing as an essential carbohydrate . That’s because your body has the remarkable ability to make glucose — the end product of all carbohydrate digestion

While Intermittent Fasting is not a 'diet' per se, but rather a way-of-eating or lifestyle, it is very promising for weight loss and increasing insulin sensitivity. However, there are many versions or variations that people follow when it comes to Intermittent Fasting. This post is about the 4 popular ones: Lean Gains Eat Stop Eat Warrior Diet 5:2 (or modified Alternate Day Fasting) What is Intermittent Fasting? Intermittent fasting is nothing but time-restricted eating, mark

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