Nourish | Pooja Makhija

Nourish | Pooja Makhija NOURISH - It is something most of us forget. Or take for granted. Your body is irreplaceable and only you can feed, respect and NOURISH it. Eat. Energise. Glow.

Lost in the crazy merry-go-round we call life, many of us forget that food is not something to be feared, worshipped or abused. What you eat is what you are and it cannot be overemphasised how the food you give (your one and only) body impacts what you do, who you are and how you feel. To use the age old cliche of using only the best fuel for your brand new car (which may be very expensive but aft

er all, is replaceable) as this will impact how it will run, how fast it goes and how it ages – are you doing your body justice by feeding it anything just to get by with a 'eat to live' philosophy? Build the right relationship with food, reach your goal weight and fight disease with Pooja Makhija at NOURISH. Having successfully catered to over 10,000 clients including professionals, housewives, Bollywood stars, CEOs, sports personalities, models and the like, Pooja will work with you through Diabetes, PCOS, heart disease, weight gain and MORE so that you can NOURISH your body through the plate and not through a pill. Pooja will also teach you how to reclaim this long-lost relationship with food, so you can not only reclaim the fit, healthy body you have always wanted to have, but also reclaim the life you have always wanted to live. Nourish.

21/05/2026

Most people think sweating = detox.

But sweating itself is not your main detox organ.

Your liver and kidneys do the heavy lifting.

So why move in the heat at all?

Because exercise improves something critical: circulation.

Better circulation supports:
✔ nutrient delivery
✔ oxygen transport
✔ lymphatic movement
✔ heat adaptation
✔ metabolic flexibility

Even gentle movement—walking, mobility work, strength training—can improve vascular function and help the body regulate stress better.

Another overlooked benefit?
Heat acclimation.

Regular, smart exercise in warmer conditions can improve:
→ sweat efficiency
→ plasma volume
→ cardiovascular response
→ thermoregulation

Which means your body can become better at handling heat over time.

📚 Research shows repeated heat exposure with exercise can increase plasma volume and improve thermoregulatory efficiency.
(Sawka MN et al., Journal of Applied Physiology)

📚 Exercise is also strongly linked to improved vascular function and circulation.
(Green DJ et al., Physiological Reviews)

So no, movement in summer isn’t punishment.

Smart movement is how you train resilience.

Hydrate. Adjust intensity. Respect the heat. But move.

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21/05/2026

Ever notice how summer cravings feel… oddly specific?

Not just hunger.
But cold coffee, ice cream, juice, sweets, something instantly satisfying.

That’s because cravings are often a mix of physiology + neurobiology.

When heat rises, the body spends more energy on cooling, circulation, and maintaining fluid balance.

If that comes with:
✔ dehydration
✔ sodium loss through sweat
✔ low protein intake
✔ energy dips

…the brain starts prioritising quick reward and quick fuel.

Why?

Because sugar-rich foods can rapidly activate dopamine-linked reward pathways, creating a temporary sense of relief, pleasure, and “energy.”

That doesn’t mean sugar is bad.
It means cravings often have a reason.

Another overlooked piece?
Mild dehydration itself can affect mood, alertness, and perceived fatigue—making “pick-me-up” foods feel even more appealing.

📚 Research shows even mild dehydration (~1–2% body water loss) can negatively affect mood, concentration, and fatigue levels.
(Ganio MS et al., Journal of Nutrition)

So before assuming:
“I have no willpower…”

Ask:
Am I hungry?
Or am I depleted?

Sometimes the body isn’t asking for sugar.
It may be asking for:
→ fluids
→ sodium
→ protein
→ recovery

Summer cravings are often chemistry before behavior.

Comment CRAVINGS and I’ll send you my smart summer craving fixes ☀️

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13/05/2026

For decades, the name Polycystic O***y Syndrome made this condition sound like it was only about ovaries and cysts.

But PCOS has now officially been renamed Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) — a change proposed after a 14-year global collaboration between researchers, clinicians, and women living with the condition, and recently published in The Lancet.
https://www.itv.com/news/2026-05-12/i-feel-quite-emotional-pcos-renamed-to-improve-diagnosis-and-care

One of the biggest problems with PCOS was that the name itself narrowed the treatment approach.

When a condition sounds ovarian, care becomes largely gynecological.
But when we understand it as metabolic + endocrine, the conversation expands dramatically.

It changes the questions we ask:

* How stable is blood sugar through the day?
* Is chronic stress affecting ovulation?
* Is sleep impacting insulin sensitivity?
* Is inflammation driving symptoms?
* Are we supporting muscle mass, not just focusing on weight?

Because for many women, symptoms begin YEARS before diagnosis:
fatigue, cravings, stubborn weight gain, acne, hair fall, irregular cycles, mood shifts, poor recovery, elevated triglycerides, fatty liver tendencies.

The ovaries are often the messenger.
Not the entire story.

And maybe that’s the most important shift this new name brings.

WomenHealth InsulinResistance

09/05/2026

Most people think summer bloating comes from:
too much food, too many carbs, or “cheating.”

But heat changes something far more important:

your blood volume.

To protect you from dehydration, the body works hard to maintain fluid balance and circulation in rising temperatures.

That’s why symptoms like:
• dizziness when standing
• afternoon fatigue
• headaches
• puffiness by evening

…often show up together.

Not because your body is “failing”
but because it’s adapting.

Another overlooked piece?
Sweat composition varies person to person.

Some people lose significantly more sodium through sweat (“salty sweaters”), which can worsen:
✔ bloating
✔ fatigue
✔ muscle heaviness
✔ paradoxical water retention

This is why two people can drink the same amount of water in summer and feel completely different.

Research in sports physiology shows that sodium losses through sweat can vary dramatically between individuals depending on genetics, heat exposure, and training adaptation.
(Baker LB, Sports Medicine)

The goal in summer isn’t:
“drink more water.”

It’s:
✔ maintain fluid balance
✔ replace electrolytes intelligently
✔ support circulation
✔ avoid over-diluting sodium

Because hydration is chemistry.
Not just volume.

Comment PUFFY and I’ll send you my favourite electrolyte fixes

07/05/2026

If hot coffee can cool you… why do you still feel hotter?

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Because most people miss this one detail:

Cooling isn’t about what you drink.
It’s about what your body can lose.

Hot coffee may increase Sweating, but the benefit only exists if that sweat actually evaporates.

And in real life?

* AC environments → sweat doesn’t form enough
* Humid weather → sweat doesn’t evaporate well
* Dehydration → body avoids sweating efficiently

👉 So instead of cooling, you just feel warmer.

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This is exactly what Ollie Jay’s research highlights:

Hot beverages can lead to net heat loss—
but only when the conditions allow for effective evaporation.

(University of Ottawa, Journal of Applied Physiology)

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So the real takeaway isn’t “hot vs cold”

It’s:

→ Can your body use sweat as a cooling tool right now?

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A smarter way to think about your coffee in summer:

✔ Pair it with fluids, not instead of them
✔ Notice your environment (dry vs humid changes everything)
✔ Don’t rely on it to “refresh”—that’s not its role

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Bottom line:
Coffee doesn’t cool you.
Your physiology does.

And that only works when the environment supports it.

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If you’ve ever said
“Hot coffee just makes me feel worse in this heat”—
you’re probably right.

Now you know why

05/05/2026

Summer appetite is a signal—but not the one you think

Most people respond to low appetite by eating less.
But physiologically, heat changes how your body handles food, not just how much you feel like eating.

Two under-talked shifts happen:

1. Fluid loss quietly increases nutrient demand
You’re not just losing water—you’re losing electrolytes that support nerve function, muscle contraction, even appetite regulation.

2. Protein needs don’t drop with appetite
In fact, inconsistent protein intake in hot weather is one of the biggest reasons for:

* fatigue that lingers
* slower recovery
* increased evening cravings

There’s also an interesting finding from Exercise Physiology research:

People exposed to higher ambient temperatures tend to eat fewer calories overall, particularly from protein and fat—
not because the body needs less, but because heat alters appetite perception.

📚 Example:
Westerterp-Plantenga et al. showed that energy intake drops as environmental temperature rises, despite ongoing metabolic needs.
(Physiology & Behavior, 2002)

So the real shift isn’t “eat less”
It’s:

→ Make hydration functional (not just water)
→ Make protein non-negotiable, even in lighter formats

Because summer doesn’t reduce your needs—
it just disguises them.

If you want my go-to list of light, protein-rich summer snacks (no cooking required),
comment SUMMER
And stay tuned for more in this SUMMER SERIES☀️

21/04/2026

Most people blame screens for dry eyes… but it’s deeper than that 👀
Your tear film plays a bigger role than you think.

As someone who’s always on the move, I’ve been exploring smarter ways to stay comfortable. Recently started using ACUVUE OASYS 1-Day lenses, and it’s been a game changer for long, active days.

You can also get a free guided trial at Accuvue.co.in

20/04/2026

The brain chases new.
The body rewards repeated.

Most “new” weight loss trends are just old principles… repackaged with restriction, urgency, and a promise your biology never signed up for.

Fat loss isn’t triggered by confusion.
It’s regulated by:

* stable blood sugar
* adequate protein
* sleep-wake cycles
* nervous system safety

The problem?
These don’t feel exciting.
But they work.

Before you chase different…
Ask: is it different or just distracting you from discipline?

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