Avanti Deshpande - The Nutritionist

Avanti Deshpande - The Nutritionist Expert Nutritionist for weight loss, PCOS, diabetes control, thyroid and digestive issues Areas of Expertise:
1. Tailor Made Diet Plans
2. Weight gain. Diabetes.

Recipe Development from nutrition point of view
3. Educator on topics related to nutrition and fitness
4. Nutrition and health related write-ups

Personalized diet plans based on nutrition science for:
Children and adolescents. Preconception, pregnancy and lactation. Fat loss post pregnancy. Occupation specific diets. Fitness trainers. Gediatrics

Diet for medical conditions like:
Obesity. Levels of cholesterol, triglycerides, heart problems. PCOD. Thyroid dysfunction. Food intolerances like lactose intolerance etc. Call 9987768360 for appointment

Not all avocados are created equal 🥑The riper it gets, the better your body absorbs healthy fats, antioxidants, and vita...
30/01/2026

Not all avocados are created equal 🥑
The riper it gets, the better your body absorbs healthy fats, antioxidants, and vitamins.

Choose your avocado based on your health goal, digestion, heart health, or skin glow

(avocado nutrition, healthy fats, gut health, antioxidants, mindful eating)

Abhishek Bachchan saying his 14-year-old doesn’t have a phone opened up a bigger conversation. Not about celebrities. A...
30/01/2026

Abhishek Bachchan saying his 14-year-old doesn’t have a phone opened up a bigger conversation. Not about celebrities. About timing.

Kids today don’t just get phones early.
They get access early.

Access to things they are not emotionally ready to process.
Access to adult conversations and Adult content.

And now with AI, this has accelerated.
A phone today is not just a device.

It answers questions without context.
It fills gaps without guidance.
It explains things children should learn slowly, safely, and with adults in the room.

AI doesn’t know your child’s age.
Or maturity.
Or emotional limits.
It gives information.
Not wisdom.

The cost of early access shows up later.
Shorter attention spans.
Higher anxiety.
Comparison before confidence is built.
Knowledge without grounding.

If you are a parent and don’t want to hand over a phone too early, here’s what actually helps:

✅Delay ownership. Access doesn’t need ownership.
✅Use shared devices at home, not personal ones.
✅Keep screens in common spaces. No closed doors.
✅Let boredom exist. That’s where imagination grows.

A phone will eventually come.

So will the internet.
So will AI.

Childhood won’t.

Protecting it is not being outdated. It’s being intentional.

Your hormones aren’t broken.Your daily habits are.As a nutritionist, I see hormonal imbalance less from “medical issues”...
30/01/2026

Your hormones aren’t broken.
Your daily habits are.

As a nutritionist, I see hormonal imbalance less from “medical issues” and more from chronic under-eating, poor sleep, excess coffee, and constant stress signals to the body.

Hormones thrive on safety, fuel, rhythm, and recovery not extremes.

Small daily shifts can restore balance faster than you think.

💬 Comment “HORMONES” for a simple hormone-reset guide.

(women’s hormonal health, hormonal imbalance in women, cortisol imbalance, estrogen balance, gut health and hormones, cycle health, nutrition for hormones)



Sounds like clickbait? It’s not. It’s science.When you eat a burger, you get protein, fat, and carbs, a balance that kee...
26/01/2026

Sounds like clickbait? It’s not. It’s science.
When you eat a burger, you get protein, fat, and carbs, a balance that keeps blood sugar stable and satiety high.

Add fries, and you throw in a blast of refined carbs and fat with almost zero protein or fiber.
Result?

👉 Bigger glucose spike
👉 Higher inflammation
👉 More cravings an hour later

So, surprisingly, two burgers (with more protein and fewer simple carbs) can be a smarter choice than a burger + fries combo.

Nutrition isn’t about eating less, it’s about eating better.
Sometimes, the smarter choice looks counterintuitive.

Would you still go for the fries?
Or are you going to buy a double burger now?

Just because it’s marketed for kidsdoesn’t mean it’s good for them.As a nutritionist, these are products I consistently ...
24/01/2026

Just because it’s marketed for kids
doesn’t mean it’s good for them.

As a nutritionist, these are products I consistently avoid not because I’m “anti-fun,” but because they train young taste buds to crave sugar, refined carbs, and ultra-processed foods early.

Kids don’t need “energy drinks,” sugary cereals, or disguised junk.
They need real food, fiber, protein, and steady energy.

💬 Comment “SWAPS” and I’ll share healthier, practical alternatives for each.

(kids nutrition, foods to avoid for kids, hidden sugar in kids foods, child nutrition tips, healthy snacks for kids, ultra processed foods, nutritionist advice)



Not all bananas act the same in your body 🍌The ripeness decides whether it supports gut health, steady energy, or quick ...
24/01/2026

Not all bananas act the same in your body 🍌

The ripeness decides whether it supports gut health, steady energy, or quick sugar release.

Choose your banana based on your body’s need, not just taste.

(banana nutrition, gut health, blood sugar balance, resistant starch, mindful eating)

Protein isn’t overrated.It’s misunderstood.As a nutritionist, I see these protein myths daily from fearing weight gain t...
24/01/2026

Protein isn’t overrated.
It’s misunderstood.

As a nutritionist, I see these protein myths daily from fearing weight gain to thinking only gym-goers need it.

Truth is:

Protein supports hormones, immunity, muscle & recovery at every age.
Real food comes first. Supplements only support.

💬 Comment “PROTEIN” for a simple daily protein guide.

(protein myths, daily protein needs, protein for women, real food nutrition)


Think apples are the ultimate gut fruit? 🍎Your gut might politely disagree.These fruits go beyond fibre, they feed good ...
21/01/2026

Think apples are the ultimate gut fruit? 🍎
Your gut might politely disagree.

These fruits go beyond fibre, they feed good bacteria, reduce bloating, and support smoother digestion from within.

Gut health isn’t about one “superfood", it’s about variety and balance.

💬 Comment “FRUIT” if you want more gut-friendly swaps like this.

(Gut health • Digestion support • Prebiotic foods • Healthy gut microbiome • Natural digestion)

We’re seeing something today that barely existed a decade ago, a sharp rise in facial hair growth in teenage girls.Clini...
21/01/2026

We’re seeing something today that barely existed a decade ago, a sharp rise in facial hair growth in teenage girls.

Clinics across the world are reporting the same concern: more teens walking in with hormonal symptoms their mothers never had at that age.

This isn’t “random genetics”. There are real drivers behind it.

Here’s what’s changed:

1. Hormonal imbalance starting early
Girls today hit puberty earlier, yet live in an environment where their hormones are constantly disrupted, from stress to sleep to nutrition.

2. Fast food + sugary drinks + late nights
This trio is a perfect storm. It spikes insulin, which increases androgen levels (male hormones), which directly leads to facial hair growth.

3. High stress and long screen time
Chronic stress raises cortisol, and higher cortisol destabilizes ovaries. Teen girls are living in a pressure-heavy digital world their biology wasn’t designed for.

4. Less physical activity
Movement regulates insulin and hormones. A sedentary lifestyle does the opposite.

5. Rising PCOS in teens
PCOS cases are increasing globally and one of the earliest signs is hair growth on the chin, upper lip, or jawline.

This isn’t a beauty issue. It’s a metabolic and hormonal issue. The body doesn’t “suddenly” grow facial hair. It responds to an internal imbalance long before a symptom shows up on the skin.

If you’re a parent, teacher, or healthcare professional: early intervention matters. Fixing sleep, nutrition, stress, and insulin balance can change the trajectory of a girl’s hormonal health for years.

If you want a breakdown of early signs parents should watch for, tell me, I’ll share it.

20/01/2026

Let's make yummy high protein Rajma cutlets👇😋

Ingredients:
(makes 6 medium sized cutlets)

- 2 cups of boiled rajma
- 1 peeled and mashed sweet potato
- 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
- 1/2 cup finely chopped coriander leaves
- Half tbsp ginger garlic paste
- Red chilli powder as per spice preference
- 1 tsp turmeric powder
- 1 tsp coriander powder
- Garam masala
- Salt as per taste
- Lemon juice

Nutrition facts: (for 3 cutlets)
Energy - 250 kcal
Protein - 11 g
Carbohydrates - 32 g
Fat - 7 g

Your body whispers before it screams.Small symptoms often signal deeper nutrient gaps listen early, nourish wisely, and ...
15/01/2026

Your body whispers before it screams.

Small symptoms often signal deeper nutrient gaps listen early, nourish wisely, and heal from within.

(nutrition signals, deficiency symptoms, gut health, micronutrients, holistic health)

Think all veggies give the same nutrition? 🥦🥕Think again.Some vegetables fuel your body, others just fill your plate.Kno...
15/01/2026

Think all veggies give the same nutrition? 🥦🥕
Think again.

Some vegetables fuel your body, others just fill your plate.
Knowing the difference can completely change your health game.

Want a diet plan that actually works for your body?

💬 Comment YES for a personalised plan.

(Vegetable nutrition • Smart eating • Micronutrients • Balanced diet • Food awareness)

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