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NDTV
2 days ago
- Health
- NDTV
How Much Should You Eat Per Meal? Rujuta Diwekar Says 'Jordan Formula' Will Help You Decide
Do you feel guilty after bingeing on your favourite food? People often consume more calories than required when they have their favourite treats in front of them. However, it might cause some damage to their health. Overeating can cause digestive troubles such as gas, bloating, and unease, in addition to weight gain. Recently, celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar shared her secret to figure out how much you should eat. In a video shared on Instagram, she teaches how to eat modestly and still feel happy using the "Jordan formula". Giving the example of sabudana vada, Rujuta explains how to decide how many to eat. She says, "So, you take one vada and eat the second one only when you are sure that you can also eat the third one. If you feel you cannot eat the third one, then deny yourself the second and stay with one." Similarly, if you have already had 3 vadas, ask yourself if you can go for the 4th or 5th. If not, eat only 3. The idea is to stop a little before you feel full, which helps you stay mindful and in control, without denying yourself the treat completely. In the caption, Rujuta wrote, "If you are guilty of eating mindlessly, the Jordan formula can help. An easy way to enjoy every bite without guilt or gas." Take a look: View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rujuta Diwekar (@ The Jordan formula offers a straightforward way to gauge when to stop indulging in your favourite foods. It's also worth noting that hunger levels tend to vary with the seasons. People often feel less hungry during extreme temperatures. Additionally, the digestive system can be more vulnerable during warmer months, making it essential to boost fibre intake for better digestion.
NDTV
4 days ago
- Lifestyle
- NDTV
Are Steamed Momos Healthier Than Fried Ones? Nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar Reveals
Momos are a beloved snack across India. Whether enjoyed at your favourite street stall or lovingly prepared by your mom at home, momos have a magical way of making everything better. However, the debate between steamed and fried momos often comes up in foodie circles, leaving many scratching their heads, wondering which option is the healthier choice. Now, nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar has set the record straight once and for all. In a recent interview, Rujuta was asked to identify the healthier momo option among the many varieties available in the market. She responded, "All momos are equally bad unless you are trekking in Spiti or Kinnaur and someone at a homestay has offered you homemade momos. Those are culturally authentic momos. Here, in the cities, momos are merely street food." With her trademark humour, Rujuta added, "If someone is paying for your plate, only then is that momo good." She further advised that if you can't resist momos, it's best to limit your indulgence to once a week. She was also asked to pick the healthier option between soya chaap and momos. The celebrity nutritionist quipped, "It's the same thing. Both are equally bad - unless someone else is paying for it." This isn't the first time Rujuta Diwekar has spoken in favour of authentic momos. In one of her books, she shared how she once allowed actress Kareena Kapoor to eat momos. In her book 'Don't Lose Your Mind, Lose Your Weight', Rujuta wrote,"Kareena ate momos in Ladakh and they helped her lose weight because Ladakh is dry, windy, cold, and at an altitude of 3,500 metres. If she ate the same momos in aamchi Mumbai, which is humid, hot, and at sea level, she would have gained weight." She even quoted Kareena in the book. An excerpt reads: "When I [Kareena] was shooting in Ladakh, breakfast was fresh fruit and pudina chai without milk. In Ladakh, I also ate momos and thukpa (on the last day of the shoot, I was even allowed a pizza!)."
The Hindu
11-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Hindu
Rujuta Diwekar's cookbook Mitahara spotlights seasonal dishes from her kitchen
Ever since I have been following celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar's work, I have wanted to ask her one question: 'do you eat out?' 'Growing up, no one really ate out. The first time I did, was when I was in Class VIII. Eating out to celebrate wasn't really a concept then. Even today, I eat out only when I am travelling and opt for regional delicacies. Dal khichdi tops this list and is available world-over,' says Rujuta, who has been promoting eating home food, and championing local, seasonal produce for years. A philosophy she has carried forward in her debut cookbook, Mitahara (published by Dorling Kindersley). The book, Rujuta writes in the preface, 'aspires to help you explore the full potential of something as simple as khichdi by cooking it at home and not having it delivered to you from a cloud kitchen. It aims to remind you of the forgotten wisdom of eating in sync with the seasons'. As someone who discovered the joy of cooking during the pandemic, Rujuta says she never prioritised cooking in her early years but the lockdown changed things. 'It was a journey of self discovery and adventure. I discovered that cooking isn't a menial task; it is creative, engaging, and entertaining. Cooking is a life-saving skill, and making a meal for yourself is the OG form of self love and self care,' says the wellness expert who started with dishes like khichdi, usal (a spicy curry made from sprouted legumes), batata (potato) bhaji, and puris. 5 combinations for everyday eating Rice/puran-poli/bajra roti with ghee White butter with ragi dosa/ragi roti Use dals and peanuts in chutneys, podis and eat them with idli, upma, etc Buttermilk/chaas with jeera and salt, especially after a large meal Use besan to make bhajjias and pakoras with rare gourds that are wild, uncultivated During this time, Rujuta writes that she 'woke up every day longing to cook more', and this newfound love was why she agreed to work on Mitahara. 'I did not want to write any recipes for weight-loss, or anything that did injustice to India's culinary wisdom,' she says. With Mitahara, Rujuta has taken a seasonal approach to recipes, and primarily features Maharashtrian dishes that she grew up eating. Think vangi bhaat, bajra raab, thalipeeth and loni in winter; dahi poha, kokum saar, aamras puri in summer; ukadiche modak, narali bhaat, shewla bhaji in the monsoon; and also dishes like amboli, ambe dal, and besan cheela that are consumed when seasons change. As a child, Rujuta says she grew up eating only dishes that 'had a name in Marathi'. 'My mother would bring home fresh vegetables from work every evening, and this is what we cooked with,' she says, 'I am a fourth-generation working woman in my family. My mother, ajji (grandmother), were all working women who were always interested in our good health, and making food that was light and nutritious. The recipes were diverse, tasty, and did not take up too much time.' With Mitahara, she gives readers the freedom to play around with the recipes. 'Cooking can be a breeze if you let go of the checklist, food pictures, or recipe. If you did not remember to put in an ingredient, it probably was not important to begin with. Allow this book to be your framework. Then take over, put yourself in the dish and, only then can you truly own it', she writes in the book. 'When you cook, and share recipes, you begin to realise there needs to be room for everyone's choices and the need to compromise. Only then can we thrive as a society. If we don't encourage this in our kitchens, we will lose out on our culinary heritage. A dish is yours only if it has a bit of you,' Rujuta says. It comes as no surprise that Rujuta does not have Swiggy and Zomato on her phone. She often refers to cooking as a classical art form, and also mentions how cooking styles change when people change. 'Earlier, I would make my rice and usal separately. Over time, I made it together as a one-pot meal. I also realised that not all ingredients go together,' she says, adding that legumes such as moong, lobia (black eyed peas), chawli (cowpeas), etc make for great one-pot meals. Lastly, Rujuta says apart from cooking, there is no bigger joy than feeding others. 'It allows women to be seen and appreciated. Cooking is a skill that comes with practice; less technical and more experiential.' So, what are you cooking today? Priced at ₹691, Mitahara is available online
Hindustan Times
08-07-2025
- Health
- Hindustan Times
Kareena Kapoor's nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar slams diet myths: ‘People avoid halwa, pinni but eat sugary biscuits'
Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar, who has worked with actors such as Kareena Kapoor, is quite active on social media and regularly shares practical health and wellness tips with her Instagram followers. In her July 8 post, Rujuta tackled the truth about sugar and how modern parenting and marketing have distorted our understanding of it. (Also read: Kareena Kapoor's nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar shares 'the only diet that works for weight loss'. Watch ) Rujuta Diwekar highlights the irony of questioning traditional sweets while accepting processed ones. The sugar we accept vs. the sugar we question "Saying NO to kids is the best tool that parents have to ensure their good health," wrote Rujuta in the caption. In her post, she explains, 'We're okay with the sugar and chemicals that come from malted powders or biscuits, simply because they come nicely packaged.' She points out the irony in how people often question traditional sweets but not processed ones: 'We have a problem with sugar that comes from homemade sweets like pinni, halwa, or kheer. Why? Because once you give up cooking like your grandmother did, you think it's cooler not to go back to it.' How industries cash in on this mindset Rujuta adds that this mindset has been cleverly used by industries. 'This is a behaviour observed by the food, pharmaceutical, and weight-loss industries. They know that if you give the rich in poor nations something alien to them, they'll fall for it.' On how to handle sugar cravings in children, she says, 'If your child asks for a biscuit, just say 'No.' That's all. It's your responsibility as a parent to say no.' Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.
News18
05-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Kareena Kapoor's Nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar Reveals The Only Diet That Actually Works
Curated By : Last Updated: July 05, 2025, 09:53 IST Rujuta advised against crash diets and promoted a sustainable approach to eating. Celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar is reminding everyone that real wellness doesn't come from crash diets or calorie obsession, but from food habits that feel good, make sense, and actually last. Taking to her Instagram, Rujuta Diwekar who famously worked with Kareena Kapoor during her fitness transformations, shared a powerful throwback clip with a message that she believes is as relevant today as ever. Sharing the video, she wrote, 'So much more to life than weight loss. Your diet should help you live a full life. An old clip, but the message is still the same." Take a look at the video here. Forget the Scale, Focus on Feeling Good In the video, Rujuta redefines what success looks like when it comes to food and health. 'The only diet that works is the one that allows you to be more productive throughout the day," she says. It's not about looking a certain way or shrinking into a smaller size. Instead, the focus is on energy levels, sleep quality, and mental clarity – things we often overlook in favour of aesthetics. She adds, 'It's the one that helps you sleep better, improves your mood, and makes you feel genuinely good about yourself." A telling sign, according to her, is how you respond to compliments. 'If someone compliments you and you instantly deflect it, saying it's because of the outfit or lighting, it's probably not the right diet for you." The Long Game: Joy Over Restriction Swipe Left For Next Video View all Her advice leans away from fad diets and food guilt, pushing instead for a lifestyle that's joyful and deeply rooted in self-awareness. 'Be on a diet that you truly believe you can follow for the rest of your life. If it feels restrictive or joyless, it's not the right one," she says. While fitness trends come and go, Rujuta's philosophy is refreshingly steady: eat local, honour your body, and don't treat food as the enemy. Her approach continues to resonate with thousands, especially in a world that's still overwhelmed by detoxes, cleanses, and crash plans. The News18 Lifestyle section brings you the latest on health, fashion, travel, food, and culture — with wellness tips, celebrity style, travel inspiration, and recipes. Also Download the News18 App to stay updated!
