DR. SUMAIYA'S HEALTH LIBRARY
Practical nutrition advice from Dr. Sumaiya Petiwala, physician & registered dietitian.
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Diet Plans
Direct Clinical Answer: Fraudulent programs promise rapid loss over 1 kg per week. They sell commercial shakes, powders, or slimming machines without blood tests. Legitimate medical…
Alternative Medicine
No. Nature produces strong poisons as well as gentle foods, and the dose decides which one you get. Unregulated herbal powders have caused liver injury, kidney…
Healthy Eating
Direct Clinical Answer: An anti-aging diet protects cells from sun damage and sugar stiffening. Eating vitamin C foods like amla helps your skin build collagen. Walnuts…
Diabetes Care
Yes. Investing in doctor-led Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) yields massive long-term financial and health savings. While free internet diet charts appear free upfront, they frequently cause…
Nutrition
Resetting your circadian rhythm requires aligning two biological master signals: light exposure and meal timing. Getting 10 to 15 minutes of direct morning sunlight sets your…
Nutrition
A clinical consultation with Dr. Sumaiya Petiwala integrates medical diagnosis with personalized nutrition therapy. The process begins with a comprehensive audit of your blood biomarkers (HbA1c,…
Nutrition
Yes. The right food plan clearly reduces knee pain and inflammation (the swelling and soreness in an irritated joint). Every extra 1 kg of body weight…
Dietary Guidelines
According to ICMR-NIN dietary guidelines, over 70% of Indians suffer from chronic protein deficiency. The typical Indian thali derives 65% to 75% of daily calories from…
Diet and Wellness
Over 90% of your body's serotonin (the primary calming neurotransmitter that regulates mood and sleep) and 50% of dopamine are synthesized in your digestive tract by…
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.
