In this episode of the Yumlish podcast, Shireen Abdullah speaks with Dr. Anshu Chaturvedi—a renal clinical dietitian with over 12 years of experience—and discusses how personalized nutrition can transform chronic disease management. Sharing both professional insights and personal experience with IBS, she explains how intermittent fasting and thoughtful meal sequencing can improve metabolic health and reduce blood sugar levels. Dr. Chaturvedi emphasizes that food is not “good” or “bad,” but should be tailored to individual needs. She provides practical strategies for portion control, timing and plant-based eating while also revealing her own daily routine for managing wellness. This episode is full of accessible, culturally inclusive guidance for anyone looking to eat smarter and live healthier.

Dr. Anshu Chaturvedi is a highly experienced Renal Clinical Dietitian with a Ph.D. in Renal nutrition, over 12 years of expertise in clinical nutrition, specializing in the management of various lifestyle disorders including diabetes mellitus, chronic kidney disease (CKD) and related conditions. She focuses on the development of personalized nutritional interventions that enhance the health outcomes of patients 

“Every food is good—until and unless your body is accepting that food. It’s not about good or bad food. It’s about what works for you and how you care for your health with intention.”

Question of the Day:

Have you made any changes to your diet recently? What do those changes look like?

On This Episode You Will Learn:

1. How intermittent fasting can be tailored to different body types and health needs.

2. The importance of meal sequence (fiber → protein → carbs) for better blood sugar control.

3. Why inflammation and poor metabolic health are core contributors to diabetes.

4. How plant-based diets can reduce inflammation and support diabetes management.

5. Practical tips for portion control and timing your meals for long-term health benefits.
   

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