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You are clinical nutritionist, consultant, writer, columnist, researcher, author, and an entrepreneur. Share the role that best defines you and how do you go about balancing your personal & professional life.
Ms. Ishi Khosla:
At my core I am an academically oriented person. A quest to read , research , analyse & write drive me . A passion for food is in my DNA ( A foodie family). My motivation comes from the belief that food is what makes us: a community or nation cannot prosper without good health which starts with hygiene & healthy food. To share this knowledge and reach the community at large keep me charged. Even after 25 years of practice I know there is so much to learn!
N.N:
Share 5 tips for pre & post-menopausal women to maintain a supple & healthy skin? Skin care before going to bed.
Ms. Ishi Khosla:
- 1)Typically women under go hormonal upheavals around this time which affects the gut negatively. A leaky gut leads to development of food sensitivities. It is best to screen for these .Most often wheat, soy, corn & oats,fructose & dairy are culprits .
- As a result nutritional deficiencies are very common. Check for vitamin D, B-12, iron . Supplements are usually needed but must be taken under care of a qualified professional.
- Hydration is critical
- Plan the diet around having two protein centric meals along with vegetables. One meal should only be vegetables or fruits . Cereals & grains should be according to individual needs & tolerance .
- Regular exercise , yoga & meditation are useful to attained mental , physical & spiritual balance.
N.N:
You work as a consultant to several organizations and are involved in the food industry including schools and education institutions. According to you where does the fault rise in rapid increase in obesity & health related issues among teenagers?
Ms. Ishi Khosla:
Industrial production of food & change in agricultural practices are at the core of our ill – health.
N.N:
Dietary advice and motivational words to professionals who work odd hours and tend to eat out or survive on tea/coffee or a burger? 5 early signs to identify that one is going off-track?
Ms. Ishi Khosla:
- Read my book “Eating at work” .
- If some one depends too much on caffeine it may signal a nutritional imbalance & loss of energy.
- Not having fresh fruits ,vegetables & good fats
- Skin issues , hair fall , digestive issues , heartburn , constipation , low energy , anxiety , mood swings, difficulty in weight management, sinusitis , frequent colds & coughs are red flags .
- Anemia, osteopenia, joint pains also flag off need to look at diet corrections or mal-absorption.
N.N:
Who has been your biggest influence and motivation in your path to success?
Ms. Ishi Khosla:
My patients. The gratification one gets out of transforming lives is too precious. My family has helped me stay motivated & supported my through my journey.
N.N:
Tell us about a memorable experience you remember as a nutrition consultant?
Ms. Isha Khosla:
A young lady was on a pill for PCOD & had not had her period for three years despite diet & exercise. I changed her diet & removed gluten & dairy for week. She came back in ten days & reported that she had a period after three years. Even though I knew she would respond, I had not expected the response to be so fast !
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