Anushka Sharma's Pregnancy Diet: Nutritionist Explains Differences from Typical Indian Eating Habits

Anushka Sharma's pregnancy diet was specially designed by her nutritionist, who emphasized a science-based approach to maternal nutrition, departing from common Indian practices.

The nutritionist highlighted the importance of carefully calculating calorie intake during pregnancy, as the mother's weight gain directly impacts the baby's growth. He noted a tendency in India to rely on guesswork regarding calorie needs, where "eating well" is often misinterpreted as unrestricted eating. Phrases like “khush rehne ke liye khao” (eat to stay happy), while comforting, lack genuine nutritional value, he said.

He acknowledged the importance of emotional well-being during pregnancy but cautioned that "eating from the heart" often leads to consuming processed and packaged foods instead of nourishing, home-cooked meals. Dietary habits have evolved, he explained. "In earlier times, such food used to be made at home, with love and natural ingredients. Instead of drinking a glass of haldi doodh, today we are drinking from a tetra pack with 3 spoons of sugar added. So please understand that it has to be a conscious effort for Indians to remain healthy."

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