DR. SAHITI

Dr. Sahiti Rao, a Consultant nutritionist, and physician, MBBS, M.S (UK), Board certified Nutritionist (USA). She now has practice in Chicago and Hyderabad. Travel as needed based on work commitments.

How did you get into Nutrition & Diet field?

As a teenager, I was stuck with a sedentary lifestyle I was on a chair and studying for hours together, I barely had time even to walk or work out But my mom, my savior made sure to bring me on the right track I am indeed thankful to my family for all the constant support. That has made me realise people need medical guidance and this isn’t exactly something to be taken lightly. There must be lots of people like me who I could help as a doctor

How do you assess a client’s progress and adjust their nutrition plan accordingly?

Generally, people approach me for weight loss and I have been diagnosing eating disorders, especially among youngsters like binge eating, bulimia, and anorexia nervosa which are the most common perplexities in today’s times Once I understand their concerns, I diagnose and refer patients as needed and walk them through their path personally.

What inspires and motivates you?

Pursuing medicine and being a doctor is a childhood dream of mine. My father is my inspiration He is well-disciplined and well-rounded and just a perfect human being to me I always look up to him as my primary source of inspiration Funny side, wearing pretty clothes and slaying those looks inspires on the fitness front To look good and fit and be able to carry any kind of outfit with utmost grace and poise.

What do you do in your leisure time?

I’m an absolute shopaholic I enjoy shopping trips with my girls Right from street shopping for cute bindis to high-end fashion in the fifth avenue in NY. I have a book club with a few friends of mine in Chicago where we meet and discuss some intriguing topics

How do you balance your workout routine with your other commitments? I have my schedule planned at least weekly. And I always make time for working out at least 5 days a week So, I think good planning and discipline is all it takes.

How do you motivate yourself to exercise regularly and keep your diet in check?

For me, it’s a part of life, just like waking up, brushing, bathing, etc one always needs to make time for themselves. Wearing pretty clothes and slaying those looks inspires on the fitness front to look good and fit and be able to carry any kind of outfit with utmost grace and poise

Any fitness & diet tips that you would like to give?

Dieting isn’t synonymous with starving. Treat your body like a temple. Eating right and working out and taking care of physical and mental health and seeking advice if necessary, should be a norm even if there isn’t something “abnormal” / disease per se

Rapid Fire

What’s your daily dose of happiness? My morning cup of coffee!

Fitness for you is?

Imperative! Physical, mental, and spiritual wellbeing

Food or Gym?

The gym I guess but followed by a mindful meal of course!

If you are given a genie and have to make 2 wishes what will you wish for?

Okay, this is a very tough one

I’ll wish to be able to eat as many desserts and still be healthy (I have a sweet tooth)

This is very broad but - I guess peace & happiness for me and my loved one

If you are left in a supermarket and asked to pick up only 3 things what would you pick?

Hmm

Coffee, an apple, and almonds pack