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New Indian Express
12-07-2025
- Health
- New Indian Express
Food first for wellness
'Good food is not just about taste. It is nourishment, experiential, and above all, it is care,' said Dr Lekha Sreedharan, a paediatric dietitian at Apollo Children's Hospitals, as a summarising thought of the event held at Park Hyatt Chennai on Wednesday. Speaking at the launch of My Food My Health, a book that showcases the collective effort of the Apollo Hospital Group's dietitian fraternity, Dr Lekha emphasised the importance of a well-balanced plate — one filled with nutritious food, rainbow colours (seven colours, seven dishes), and prepared with love. She stressed that a meal should be guided by scientific rigour, practical insights, and heartfelt sincerity. The book is an authoritative and comprehensive guide to Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT), because 'nutrition starts with a life cycle,' she noted, and added, 'My Food My Health is a book that goes beyond recipes and nutritional guidance; it is a testament to our preventive healthcare. It is to improve our well-being through the transformational power of nutrition. To believe in the strength of collective dieticians pan India equals wonders.'
The Hindu
09-07-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
Apollo Hospitals launches nutrition guide to promote preventive health
Apollo Hospitals has released 'My Food My Health', a comprehensive guide on Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT), curated to support preventive healthcare through evidence-based nutrition. The book has been authored by a team of senior dietitians and curated by Anita Jatana, consultant dietetics, Indraprastha Apollo Hospitals. Designed in a reader-friendly format, the book offers dietary strategies alongside simplified meal plans, myth-busting facts, immunity-boosting tips and recovery diets. According to the experts, at the book release event, the guide blends clinical insights with practical advice, making it a resource for patients, caregivers and healthcare providers alike. Each section is supported by vibrant visuals, nutritional breakdowns and easy-to-follow recipes that aim to bring nutrition closer to the everyday lives of readers. The first copy of the book was presented to Prathap C. Reddy, founder and chairman, Apollo Hospitals, by the chief guest, Sucharitha Reddy. Speaking at the event, Dr. Reddy said, 'With lifestyle diseases becoming increasingly common, there is a pressing need to empower people with credible health information. 'My Food My Health' is our step forward in nurturing a health-aware nation.' Ms. Jatana added, 'In an era saturated with misinformation about food, this book offers clarity rooted in clinical practice. It is a culmination of collaborative expertise across Apollo's network.' Contributors to the book include dieticians and nutritionists across Apollo Group.
