Maintenance Calories, PCOS, Period Diets: The Truth No One Tells Indian Women

Confused about maintenance calories, calorie deficit, workout nutrition, or what to eat during periods and postpartum recovery? In this deeply informative episode, Nutritionist Khyati Rupani breaks down the most misunderstood Indian nutrition topics — in simple, practical language that anyone can apply to daily life. From the truth about alcohol as a neurotoxin, to what defines maintenance calories, calorie surplus, and calorie deficit, this episode clears every confusion about food, energy, and women’s health. You’ll also learn how even naturally thin women can struggle with lean PCOS, why period nutrition matters, and how small everyday habits affect your energy, mood, skin, and digestion. Khyati also reveals the real secret behind glowing skin, strong energy levels, and a balanced mindset — not expensive products, but real Indian food, water, and minimal dependence on packaged items. What You’ll Learn in This Episode What maintenance calories truly mean Difference between calorie deficit and calorie surplus What to eat before and after workout for best results Why alcohol is one of the most harmful neurotoxins Signs your lifestyle is already healthy (energy, digestion, mood) The impact of Indian society’s judgment on women’s self-care What to eat during periods to reduce pain & improve mood Pregnancy vs Postpartum: essential foods for each stage The real secret to good skin — food, hydration & minimal products Who Should Watch This Episode -Women confused about Indian diet and fitness -Anyone struggling with low energy, digestion issues, or period pain -People wanting clear guidance on calorie balance -New moms looking for practical postpartum nutrition tips -Anyone tired of diet myths and ready for real, science-backed advice 🔗 Follow Khyati for More: Instagram – @nutritionist_khyatirupani Balance Nutrition – @balancenutrition.in Facebook – Balance Nutrition ⏱️ Timestamps (Select Highlights): 00:00 – Introduction 04:42 – Is egg vegetarian? 12:50 – How alcohol impacts hormones 26:38 – Calorie deficit vs maintenance 37:27 – Pre- and post-workout meals 42:30 – Daily protein needs 49:40 – Managing PCOS the right way 58:15 – What to eat during periods 1:17:20 – Ideal foods during pregnancy & postpartum 1:23:45 – Thyroid diet explained 1:32:15 – Inflammation: how to heal from inside 1:38:55 – What is Ozempic? 1:46:45 – Nutrition myths vs facts 2:00:05 – How to avoid C-section risks (PCOS Indian diet tips, pregnancy nutrition plan, postpartum diet, thyroid health foods, inflammation diet India, hormonal acne fix, diet for periods, protein intake for women, BCAA truth, ozempic India review, water fasting pros and cons, anti-inflammatory foods India, postpartum weight loss India, breastfeeding diet plan) #NutritionTips #IndianDiet #WomensHealth #PeriodDiet #WorkoutNutrition #LeanPCOS #CalorieDeficit #MaintenanceCalories #PostpartumCare #KhyatiRupani #BalanceNutrition #HealthyEatingIndia