National Nutrition Week: Success Stories of Top 10 Nutritionists of India

In a country where food is deeply woven into culture, tradition and everyday life, nutrition has evolved from a matter of diet to a cornerstone of modern wellness. As India navigates changing lifestyles, evolving health priorities and a growing awareness of preventive healthcare, nutritionists are playing an increasingly influential role in shaping how people understand food, health and well-being.

This National Nutrition Week, we turn the spotlight on 10 accomplished nutritionists from across India whose expertise, innovative approaches and commitment to healthier living are transforming lives—one informed choice, one balanced plate and one success story at a time.

Rujuta Diwekar, India’s leading public health advocate, Health Author

Rujuta Diwekar is India’s leading public health advocate and one of the most followed nutritionists globally. With a career spanning over two decades, she has played a defining role in shifting the conversation around health—from restrictive diet trends and Westernised food ideals towards sustainable, practical and deeply Indian approaches to nutrition.

A bestselling health author with more than 1.75 million copies of her books in publication and over 300 million video views, Rujuta has made the principles of eating local, seasonal and traditional accessible to millions. Her advocacy for everyday Indian foods and mindful eating has challenged misconceptions around fitness and wellness, bringing familiar foods and grandma-approved wisdom back into the spotlight.

Born into a middle-class Maharashtrian family, Rujuta grew up with a strong culture of continuous learning and excellence. She pursued postgraduate studies in Sports Science and Nutrition and later deepened her understanding of Yoga, Vedanta and Ayurveda.

Over the years, she has worked with people across professions and walks of life, including leading names such as Kareena Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, Saif Ali Khan, Gautam Gambhir and Anil Ambani. Her success lies in making nutrition practical, culturally relevant and sustainable—proving that healthy living need not mean abandoning the food, traditions and lifestyles that are uniquely Indian.