The Sanchi Blog

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Practical, myth-busting Indian diet advice, written by Sanchi Singh, M.Sc. Food & Nutrition.

Balanced Indian weight loss meal with roti, dal, sabzi, curd and salad

Weight Loss Food Myths: 10 Indian Foods You Can Still Eat

Rice, roti, banana, aloo and ghee are not the reason you're not losing weight. An Indian dietitian breaks down 10 common food myths — and what to do instead.

Sanchi Singh·September 7, 2026·8 min read

A woman at home measuring her waist with a tape measure, with a bowl of fresh fruit on the table

PCOS Weight Loss: 7 Mistakes That Keep Indian Women Stuck (And What Actually Works)

Not losing weight with PCOS despite eating clean? A dietitian breaks down the 7 PCOS-specific mistakes she sees most — and the Indian meal structure that fixes them.

Sanchi Singh·September 1, 2026·9 min read

A PCOS-friendly breakfast spread with vegetable-paneer chilla, roasted chana and nuts, apple with peanut butter, dates, and chai

PCOS Sugar Cravings: Why They Happen & How to Manage Them

Constantly craving sweets with PCOS? An Indian dietitian explains the real causes — insulin, meal timing, stress — and practical ways to manage it.

Sanchi Singh·August 21, 2026·5 min read

Sliced avocado on a plate, halves showing the pit and flesh

Is Avocado Good For Your Heart? An Indian Dietitian Explains

Does one avocado a day really lower cholesterol? An Indian dietitian breaks down the research, the right portion size, and whether it’s worth the price.

Sanchi Singh·August 20, 2026·10 min read

A nutrient-dense Indian meal with iodine-rich and nutrient-dense ingredients supportive of thyroid health

How Your Thyroid Affects Weight (And What to Do About It)

Understand the thyroid-weight connection, the signs your thyroid might be affecting your weight, and nutrition strategies that support thyroid function alongside medication.

Sanchi Singh·August 8, 2026·6 min read

A colorful bowl of Indian vegetables, lentils and whole grains suited to a PCOS-friendly diet

PCOS Diet Plan India: What to Eat and Avoid

A practical PCOS diet plan for Indian kitchens - what to eat, what to limit, and how to build a sample day of meals that support hormonal balance and insulin resistance.

Sanchi Singh·August 5, 2026·7 min read

A vibrant, balanced Indian thali with dal, vegetables, roti and rice on a wooden table

Is Indian Food Really Fattening? The Truth About Balanced Diets

Indian food has a reputation for being fattening, but that's a myth. Learn what traditional Indian diets actually look like and how to build a balanced plate for weight loss.

Sanchi Singh·August 1, 2026·6 min read

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