DR. SUMAIYA'S HEALTH LIBRARY
Practical nutrition advice from Dr. Sumaiya Petiwala, physician & registered dietitian.
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Joint Health
Osteoporosis is a condition where bones thin out, becoming brittle, weak, and porous. Osteomalacia is an adult defect where new bone fails to harden due to…
Healthy Recipes
A Thai herbal inhaler is a pocket tube of menthol, camphor, borneol and eucalyptus oil mixed with dried herbs. The vapour gives a cooling, open-nose feeling…
Blood Sugar Control
Smart Tips for Healthy Eating of Sacrificial Meat in Eidul Adha. By Dr Sumaiya Petiwala, Doctor & Registered Dietitian – Dr Sumaiya NutriCare Clinic, Bengaluru
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…
Medical Nutrition Therapy
The best perimenopause foods are flaxseeds, edamame, and methi seeds. They gently buffer shifting estrogen levels. Adding moringa, ragi, pumpkin seeds, and homemade curd soothes hot…
Healthy Eating
The cost of groceries in Bangalore varies dramatically depending on lifestyle, shopping habits, and dietary preferences. While some residents report spending as little as ₹5,000 monthly…
Women's Health
What Foods Improve Fertility? 10 Science-Backed Nutrients for Conception
Superfoods
Beetroot (Beta vulgaris), commonly known as garden beet or red beet, has long been celebrated not only for its vibrant hue and earthy flavor but also…
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…
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.
