DR. SUMAIYA'S HEALTH LIBRARY
Practical nutrition advice from Dr. Sumaiya Petiwala, physician & registered dietitian.
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Clinical Nutrition
Coenzyme Q10 is a critical mitochondrial antioxidant that supports cellular ATP energy production and cardiovascular pumping efficiency. While diet supplies only 3–5 mg daily, therapeutic clinical…
Diabetes Care
South Asians are nearly 20% of the world's population, yet account for more than 60% of the global cardiovascular disease burden. Indians also develop Type 2…
Blood Health
Iron enters your body only through the first part of the small intestine, and the hormone hepcidin decides how much. Animal iron absorbs at 15 to…
Blood Health
Iron absorption is how your gut transfers dietary iron into red blood cells. Plant iron uptake jumps fourfold when paired with vitamin C and citrus foods.…
Diet and Wellness
Craving sweets after a full meal is usually a sign of insulin resistance (when your cells struggle to absorb blood sugar), not weak willpower. When cells…
Diabetes
Fibre is the part of plant food your body cannot digest. It slows sugar entry, feeds good gut bacteria and keeps you full. Adults need about…
Heart Health
No. A 2025 UK Biobank study of 89,530 adults found that sitting more than 10.6 hours a day raised heart failure and cardiovascular death risk even…
Diabetes Management
Welcome to Dr. Sumaiya Nutricare Clinic's blog, where we delve into the science of nutrition and its profound impact on health. This post explores the critical…
Diet and Wellness
Embark on a flavorful journey through the world of colorful fruits! As a registered dietitian at Dr. Sumaiya NutriCare Clinic, I'm excited to share the incredible…
Featured Clinical GuideLow appetite during Mounjaro treatment can make meals difficult. Learn practical Indian food options, muscle-support principles, warning signs and how to choose personalised nutrition care.
