PNC.Priyam Nutrition Clinic.

Don't go on Detox Diet anymore :You might be disheartened with the facts!!!

Detox diets can be addicting!

Detox diets can’t help you shed fat!

Colon cleansing will not help your body get rid of toxins!

Going without food or having an e***a can give some people a feeling of being “high,” in much the same way ci******es or alcohol can. Because of this, some people do them often to get that feeling again.

You may lose weight from a detox, but not fat. Detoxing rids your body of water weight and muscle mass. The number on your scale is very likely to go back up once you go off the diet.

Although doctors do sometimes use it to help with digestive problems, there’s no proof it helps your body rid itself of toxins any better than it already does naturally. If you have digestive issues, gentler ways to help them may include laxatives, probiotics, and exercise.

The lniquid diet. Usually, you do it for anywhere from 3 to 10 days. But there’s no research that shows it’s any better for you than simply eating fruits and vegetables.

Our physiological system of the body naturally detox itself.So don't be harsh on yourself expecting magic.Instead identify the foods that suits you and eat according to your requirement in required quantity.

Don't take your liver for granted.Protect it.

high-fiber diet:

Normalizes bowel movements. Dietary fiber increases the weight and size of your stool and softens it. A bulky stool is easier to pass, decreasing your chance of constipation. If you have loose, watery stools, fiber may help to solidify the stool because it absorbs water and adds bulk to stool.

Helps maintain bowel health. A high-fiber diet may lower your risk of developing hemorrhoids and small pouches in your colon (diverticular disease). Studies have also found that a high-fiber diet likely lowers the risk of colorectal cancer. Some fiber is fermented in the colon. Researchers are looking at how this may play a role in preventing diseases of the colon.

Lowers cholesterol levels. Soluble fiber found in beans, oats, flaxseed and oat bran may help lower total blood cholesterol levels by lowering low-density lipoprotein, or "bad," cholesterol levels. Studies also have shown that high-fiber foods may have other heart-health benefits, such as reducing blood pressure and inflammation.

Helps control blood sugar levels. In people with diabetes, fiber — particularly soluble fiber — can slow the absorption of sugar and help improve blood sugar levels. A healthy diet that includes insoluble fiber may also reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Aids in achieving healthy weight. High-fiber foods tend to be more filling than low-fiber foods, so you're likely to eat less and stay satisfied longer. And high-fiber foods tend to take longer to eat and to be less "energy dense," which means they have fewer calories for the same volume of food.

Helps you live longer. Studies suggest that increasing your dietary fiber intake — especially cereal fiber — is associated with a reduced risk of dying from cardiovascular disease and all cancers.

According to RDA we should consume 25-30 gm of fibre daily.

Edible vegetable oils are used in frying of foods. During frying, the quality of oil deteriorates.
Using the same oil repeatedly for frying leads to changes in the physico-chemical,
nutritional and sensory properties of the oil. It also leads to the formation of Total Polar
Compounds (TPC), which makes the oil, unϐit for human consumption beyond certain
limits. Reports have related these compounds to several diseases such as hypertension,
atherosclerosis, Alzheimer's disease, liver disease etc.

A very.interesting paper;
Ten tips for promoting cardiometabolic health
and slowing cardiovascular aging by
Maria L. Cagigas 1
, Stephen M. Twigg1,2
, and Luigi Fontana 1,2

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1Healthy longevity heart code
1. Reduce waist circumference and increase muscle mass
• Take action to reduce your waistline with endurance exercise and moderate calorie restriction, ensuring you consume the right amount of nutrient-rich
calories for optimal functioning.
• Increase or maintain skeletal muscle mass with resistance exercise.
2. Adhere to a minimally processed Mediterranean-like diet
• Eat a wide range of vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and fruits. Avoid refined carbs.
• Eat mostly proteins from plants (legumes, nuts, and whole grains), alongside fish, seafood, and low-fat dairy; if opting for meat and poultry, choose lean cuts on
occasional basis, and avoid processed meat.
• Avoid ultra-processed foods and beverages, rich in ‘empty’ calories, sugars, and unhealthy fats.
• Choose and prepare foods with little salt; use iodized salt to promote thyroid health.
• Use cold-pressed extra-virgin olive oil in moderation, while abstaining from animal fats (butter, cream), tropical oils (coconut, palm) and partially hydrogenated
fats.
3. Intermittent fasting and time-restricted feeding
• If overweight, stop eating at 80% satiety; eat only non-starchy vegetables and legumes salads once or twice weekly.
• Try to eat all your food within a window of 8–10 h, refraining from between-meal snacks. Emphasize mindful eating, preferably shared with others.
4. Be physical active every day
• Commit to at least 30–60 min of daily physical exercise, alternating between aerobic, strength, flexibility, and balance exercises.
• Minimize sitting time, and move as often as possible integrating enjoyable, friend-oriented activities into your daily routine.
5. Avoid or limit alcohol consumption
• If you do not drink alcohol, do not start.
• If you choose to drink, minimize intake to prevent cancer, atrial fibrillation and heart disease.
6. Do not smoke
• Do not use any form of to***co, including e-ci******es and va**ng.
7. Prioritize quality sleep
• Set a bedtime that is early enough for you to get between 7–9 h of sleep.
• Establish a consistent sleep schedule, creating a sleep-friendly environment, and turn off electronic devices at least 30 min before bedtime.
8. Nourish and protect your mind
• Practice stress reduction through mindful meditation and slow deep breathing.
• Stimulate your mind daily with activities like learning new skills or engaging in artistic pursuits for enhancing cognitive function and brain health.
• Adopt a lifelong mindset of self-awareness and personal growth, seeking new knowledge, experiences, and perspectives for intellectual and spiritual vitality,
and human flourishing.
9. Cultivate friendship, altruism, and compassion
• Nurture deep connections with family and friends through empathetic communication and forgiveness.
• Practice daily altruism and compassion to reinforce synaptic networks of peace and eudemonia.
10. Minimize pollution exposure and connect with nature
• Reduce exposure to pollution, including air, water, and noise.
• Immerse yourself in nature as often as possible. Exercising in unpolluted environments, particularly in parks and wooded areas, confers cardioprotective and
psychological benefits.

The year 2024 marks the 76th anniversary of WHO and as a part of celebration WHO has chosen 'My Health, My Right' as the theme of World Health Day 2024 which focuses on the fundamental human right: access to quality health care, education and information.

It was a pleasure to address general public on the occasion of World Health Day, the Sports and Fitness OPD of Sri Bharatimaiah College of Optometry and Physiotherapy through a seminar on "Awareness and Importance of Nutrition" .

Honoured to be a part of Preconference work shop "Let's learn Nutrition in Diabetes"as a faculty with IAPEN INDIA Surat Chapter, Nutrition and Diabetes India core group and RSSDI as part of Diabetics,the annual conference of RSSDI,Gujarat.

The great themes and great topics.Webinar with IAPEN INDIA Delhi chapter.Thank you Ms.Shilpa Thakur for inviting me.It was wonderful to present with all the other senior and eminent speakers.

It was an honour addressing the women Police,Surat City at Umra Police Station regarding Nutrition in day to day life.
Thank you DCP Ms.Vijay Gurjar and entire team.

Nutrition during Cancer and Nutrition for Prevention of obesity both are very important topic one should be well informed about.Get it right from the experts .
10 th March 2024 with SVVP.

Looking forward to ICNC 2024

10 th January 2024
Wishing all a Happy Dietetics Day

Today on 10/12/23, Sunday IDA Gujarat , IAPEN INDIA SURAT CHAPTER and Vanita Vishraam Women's University jointly conducted a conference on the protein dialogue.
many dieticians participated in the event.

Ms.Amita Tambekar IDAGC Surat-Club convenor narrated in detail the real problem of India regarding protein intake and how to address the challenges to meet protein requirements day to day.

Dr.Bidita Shah Chapter secretary IAPEN INDIA SURAT CHAPTER very nicely explained on protein requirements for ICU patients and in different diseases.

Dr.Honey Parekh,a well known hematooncologist talked on protein requirements of cancer patients.
There was also a panel discussion on protein requirements in different case scenarios and Ms.Jinal.Ms.Krupa.
Ms.Minaksi,Ms.Rajvi Shah and Ms.Kritigya gave insight as a panelist.
Dr.Manisha vyas,Dr.Shilpee Agrawal,Ms.Meena Hardasani and Ms.Geeta Chandani hosted and moderated the whole event.Proffessor Dr.Joshi from Vanita Vishram Women's University were also present

It was really interactive and most eventful National GI conference!
Aster Nutricon GI conference with IAPEN INDIA GI core group at Kochi .

I delivered a talk in TPN workshop on:
"Routes in Parenteral Nutrition"

Chaired the session on:
" TPN in Short bowel Syndrome "

And the most adorable part:
Won second prize in the Oral presentation category" Feeling really proud for this achievement.

Interectaded with Nutrtionists, doctors and other HCPs from all over the India .
The

My article in Pranvaayu magazine Diwali edition.

It was an honour to present Clinical Nutrition case study at a CME of Indian Society of Critical Care Medicine,Surat.
It was really a privilege to interact with experts as a panelist too.
Thank you Dr.Anuj Clerk,Dr.Vitrag Shah and Dr.Arool and all the intensivists present yesterday.

The good news is we now know how to clean up and eliminate damaged mitochondria. And we can make more mitochondria and upgrade our engines to run far better, boosting our energy.

It’s like turning a sluggish 1970 Dodge Dart spewing toxic exhaust into a brand-new zippy, clean Tesla. The best way to clean up and rejuvenate old mitochondria is to eat a whole foods, low-starch-and-sugar, good-fat, microbiome-supporting, polyphenol-rich diet, practice intermittent fasting or caloric restriction, and incorporate hormesis (good stress) routines like cold plunges or showers, aerobic exercise, strength training, and a few key supplements like a multivitamin and EPA/DHA.

Who here prioritizes strength training?

Find the study here: https://wb.md/45g6BLl

It was a great experience to be a part of Therapeutic Nutrition exhibition in Government Nursing college,as a judge.Very difficult work to judge as all the stalls displayed with great care,efforts taking care of scientific guidelines.