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Why Outsourcing Food , Cheat meals & Obsessing Over Protein Is Hurting Us— Dr. Gauri Rokkam Explains

"Outsourcing Food, Cheat Meals & Protein Obsession — Dr. Gauri Rokkam Calls Out the Trends This episode of The Life Grids with Dr. Gauri Rokkam is a deep, honest, no-nonsense conversation about everything we are getting wrong with modern eating — from outsourcing the kitchen to obsessing over carbs, proteins, cheat meals and “quick-fix” diets. If you want to understand Indian food the right way, this conversation will reset your entire relationship with what’s on your plate. 00:00 – Intro 01:07 – What does a nutritionist actually do? 02:46 – Why young people are disconnected from the kitchen 03:50 – The danger of outsourcing your kitchen 08:06 – Why people seek nutrition only after multiple problems 11:35 – Why nutrition cannot be reduced to carbs & protein 13:24 – Ahara, Vihara, Vichara — the 3 pillars of health 14:44 – Dietician vs Nutritionist — what’s the difference? 17:37 – Common lifestyle diseases & why gut health is the root 23:14 – How simple vegetables create variety in meals 25:57 – How to build a balanced Indian meal (7 pillars & 4 food groups) 27:28 – Every meal can be balanced — the Indian way 29:10 – Food groups vs macros — how to truly enjoy eating 31:27 – Why festivals had fried foods — and why it’s different today 32:23 – Why “cheat meal” is a misleading concept 37:51 – Do you really need tea/coffee? The truth about cravings 39:22 – Balanced meals through simple 1-pot cooking 40:55 – Salads & greens are non-negotiable — make it a habit 42:17 – Khichdi variety, ghee debate & a fun WFPB moment 43:19 – Whole-plant-based vs Vegan — not the same 44:24 – What “Whole” means — the coconut example 47:49 – Organic food is expensive — but worth the investment 50:06 – Why organic food is not uniform in shape or color 50:58 – How to find reliable organic produce locally 53:32 – Why polished grains are harmful — whole paddy explained 58:10 – Good fats come from seeds — not only ghee 59:37 – How seasoning changes taste — not nutrients 01:00:35 – Greens are non-negotiable — invest in preparing them 01:01:55 – Why cooks make tasty but not always healthy food Key Points This Episode: • Why outsourcing your food is silently damaging your health • The problem with calling meals “carbs,” “protein,” or “cheat meals” • Why modern diets fail — and what actually works • How gut health influences almost every lifestyle disease • What a truly balanced Indian meal looks like • The power of whole plant-based eating (not the same as vegan!) • Why greens, salads & traditional recipes are non-negotiable • How to eat seasonally, mindfully & with joy • Why physical activity shaped ancient food habits • The truth about organic food, polished grains & good fats About Dr. Gauri Rokkam Dr. Gauri Rokkam is a Whole Plant-Based Nutritionist with deep expertise in gut health, lifestyle diseases and Indian food sciences. With years of clinical experience, she helps people rebuild their health by understanding food as whole, not as macros, numbers or trends. Her approach integrates Ahara (food), Vihara (lifestyle), and Vichara (mindset) — a rare, holistic lens on true nutrition. Connect with Dr. Gauri Rokkam: Instagram - @drgaurirokkam https://www.instagram.com/drgaurirokk... For Collaborations / Brand Partnerships / Guest Reccomendations: thelifegrids@gmail.com Insta: @thelifegrids Guest Suggestion – Form Link – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FA... About Krithika Prasad: She is an explorer of life moments, founder of www.kalyashastra.com and integral part of www.jivawater.in. She is a an UX expert, product person, ecom business consultant, voice artist, spiritual seeker amongst many other things. All her explorations, business, consulting somehow get connected to finding evolution in our human life. A very curious person who questions everything and works towards finding answers. She enjoys finding similarities of the microcosm and macrocosm and reads even the wrappers with intense intent. On a whole – a crazy person to be. Have fun listening to her conversations in this channel Disclaimer: This video is intended solely for informational and educational purposes and opinions shared by the guest are his personal views. Our goal is to provide information to help audience make informed choices. The media used in this video are solely for informational purposes and belongs to their respective owners. The Life Grids Team: Krithika – https://www.instagram.com/krithika_pr... Ashe Prajwal Vashisht – https://www.instagram.com/ashe_prajwa... Archana – https://www.instagram.com/i_am_archie...