Daily Nourish Hub by Meenu Balaji
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I am a happy user of MYT (My Yoga Teacher). My Yoga Guru, Ram, recommended me to have something done regarding my weight which being 70 years old, has been a little bit out of control. Then is when he recommended me Meenu Balaji, a wealth and diet guru of MYT. I have been working with her for two months. She recomended me a new eating style that me and my wife starting following. This style involved the reduction of calories and fat, especially saturated fats. She added legumes with very tasteful stews and soups that were organized in a diet that had many good choices and alternatives following my life style and previous eating habits. I reduced the amount of red meats which I replaced with other proteins such as fish, poultry and legumes. I drastically reduced the alcohol use, which was never a problem to me. As a result, I lost 4 kgs in 6 weeks!. Now, I am in a plateau that Meenu is helping me to break…hopefully down! I am adding three photos of some replacement plates, taking direclty from my diner table, such as skinless chicken, salmon with sweet potatoes and lentils stew. By the end, we felt that after doing these changes, Meenu is taking us into a healthier eating for a better life!
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Meenu Preethi Balaji “Beyond the usual ‘eat your veggies,’ what are a few specific, less common foods you recommend for boosting overall energy and well-being?”
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Anirudh that’s a wonderful question! My go to choice would be seasonal veggies based on where you live. That’s nature’s way of giving you the right foods.
Less common foods would be turnip greens, which are great sources of calcium, beets and watercress for antioxidants, and to support the detox system.
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You eat healthy. You train hard. But is your brown rice sabotaging your gains?
Here’s what is not often discussed:
Brown rice has higher levels of arsenic, a Group 1 carcinogen.That’s not just bad news for your long-term health—new research links chronic arsenic exposure to:
• Obesity (yes, even if you eat clean!)
• Slower glucose uptake by muscles
• More fat storage via cytokine IL-6
• Heart disease & high blood pressure
• Epigenetic changes that affect DNA & metabolismOne study showed a clear dose-response between arsenic levels and weight gain, especially with regular rice intake.
Even low-dose exposure decreased GLUT4, the protein that helps your muscles absorb glucose.
That means poor blood sugar control and more fat storage—not ideal for your fitness goals.Quick tips:
• Rinse rice thoroughly
• Use more water and drain after cooking
• Rotate your carbs: try white basmati, millets, quinoa
• Don’t rely on rice every dayTrain smart. Eat smart. Protect your progress.
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Here are some beautiful images, shared by @gail-40. Thank you Gail
🥬Beautiful veggies this year. And Swiss Chard and snap peas from our garden.
Doggies and me having fun on the bike.
Kale, apples and salmon dinner.
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Meenu Preethi Balaji Gail and Zora these are just beautiful:)
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You’re an inspiration, Gail.
annelise piers
Thank you so much, Annelise. YOU are my inspiration! -
Thank you Anirudh!
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Meenu Preethi Balaji “I’m hearing so much about the gut microbiome lately. Beyond probiotics, what are some of the most effective (and perhaps surprising) dietary strategies people have found to genuinely improve their gut health and how to notice the difference?”
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Anirudh The gut microbiome holds the key to your health. Fermented foods are great for your gut. And of course, fiber; the gut bacteria love fiber rich foods.
You can observe differences in symptoms like less bloating and acidity. You would also feel more energetic and focused since the gut and brain are connected.
