Health & Nutrition: Decoding Common Myths
Stop guessing and start understanding. I break down complex health and nutrition topics into simple, actionable habits for your daily life.
What is visceral fat and why is it so dangerous? In this video, I explain how this hidden fat around your organs contributes to heart attacks and fatty liver, and share tips on how to burn it.
Let's understand cholesterol. I explain the difference between good (HDL) and bad (LDL) cholesterol, what triglycerides are, and share 10 food categories that can help you manage your levels naturally.
There are many surprising reasons for weight gain that have nothing to do with overeating, such as lack of sleep, stress, and certain medications. I explain these factors in detail in this video.
Different millets have different superpowers. In this video, I explain which millet is best for specific health issues like diabetes (Ragi), low iron (Jowar), or digestive problems (Barnyard millet).
As millets become more popular, many questions arise. I answer common doubts, such as whether to avoid wheat and rice, how to cook millets, and if you can mix different types in one meal.
Did you know a single clove of raw garlic can help manage diabetes, blood pressure, and high cholesterol? I discuss the powerful benefits of garlic and the right way to consume it.
Diet plays a huge role in managing stress and anxiety. I share seven types of food, from magnesium-rich greens to probiotics, that can help boost your happy hormones and reduce cortisol levels.
Do you ever feel a momentary blackout when you stand up suddenly? This could be a sign of iron deficiency. I explain the symptoms and share three key tips to improve your iron levels through diet.
The weighing scale isn't the only way to track your health progress. I demonstrate four better parameters approved by the WHO, like measuring your waist and checking your flexibility, to track healthy fat loss.
It's frustrating when the scale doesn't move despite your efforts. I explain the four times you should NOT check your weight, like after a workout or a cheat meal, to avoid unnecessary panic.
About Know Your Body: Health Explained
You don't need a medical degree to understand why your weight isn't moving or why you feel tired. Often, the answer lies in simple lifestyle tweaks—like checking your waist circumference instead of just the scale, or reading the label for hidden palm oil in your so-called healthy snacks.
Health is rarely about complex calorie counting or restrictive meal plans. When I talk about 'knowing your body,' I mean looking at real markers—like your waist-to-hip ratio, energy levels throughout the day, and digestion—rather than stressing over a weighing machine.
Why the Weighing Scale is Misleading
Many of my clients come to me panicked because the scale hasn't moved. They often forget that water retention, hormonal cycles, and muscle building play a huge role. I teach you to look beyond the numbers. Are you feeling more energetic? Is your digestion better? Can you sit and stand without support? These are far better indicators of genuine progress than a digital readout.
Decoding Your Kitchen
I frequently see people scared of traditional foods like ghee or rotis, while ignoring the hidden sugars and trans fats in packaged products. My approach is to help you read food labels effectively. If palm oil is listed in the top ingredients of your 'healthy' biscuits or noodles, it is time to reconsider.
A Sustainable Path
Whether you are struggling with visceral fat, cholesterol, or hormonal imbalances like PCOD, we start with what you already have in your pantry. From incorporating specific millets for better sugar control to using spices like ginger and garlic to boost heart health, I provide clear, evidence-based guidance that fits the Indian household. Let's move away from crash diets and focus on consistent, healthy habits that actually last.
Shipra Sehgal
Hi, I'm Dt. Shipra. I don't believe in restrictive diets. Instead, I show you how to use simple kitchen staples to understand your body better and reverse lifestyle issues.
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