Get Fit with Palak

One of the biggest myths I hear is…

“Olive oil is great—but it’s not meant for Indian cooking.”

The truth is, choosing the right type of olive oil makes all the difference.

For our everyday Indian meals, Borges Olive Oil for Indian Cooking is specially designed for the way we cook at home.

It has a light flavour and aroma, so it doesn’t overpower your favourite dishes, a high smoke point that’s suitable for everyday cooking & it contains 75% MUFA along with Polyphenols and Vitamin E to support heart health and overall wellness.

From sabzis and dals with tadka to parathas, pulao, biryani, and even occasional deep-fried favourites like puris—healthy choices don’t have to mean changing the food you love.

That’s what resonates with me the most.

Wellness should fit into your lifestyle—not the other way around.

Small, mindful choices made consistently are what create long-term health.

And that’s exactly how we . 💚

I’d love to know—which everyday Indian dish would you first try with Borges Olive Oil for Indian Cooking? Tell me in the comments! 👇

“Normal” doesn’t always mean optimal.

You don’t have to wait until you’re prediabetic or diabetic before taking your metabolic health seriously.

Here are the optimal blood sugar markers I like to review:

✔️ Fasting Blood Glucose: 75–90 mg/dL
✔️ HbA1c: Below 5.3%
✔️ Fasting Insulin: 2–6 µIU/mL
✔️ HOMA-IR: Below 1.5

These markers help us understand how efficiently your body is regulating blood sugar, not just whether you have diabetes.

If you’re dealing with:
• Stubborn belly fat
• PCOS
• Sugar cravings
• Fatigue after meals
• Brain fog
• Difficulty losing weight

Don’t rely on fasting glucose alone.

Your fasting glucose can still be “normal” while your body is producing excess insulin to keep it there. That’s why looking at the full picture matters.

Remember: Lab reference ranges are designed to help diagnose disease. Optimal ranges are used to assess health before disease develops. Your results should always be interpreted alongside your symptoms, medical history, and other investigations.

Your body gives you whispers long before it screams.

✨ If you’re ready to stop guessing and understand what your blood work is really telling you, book a 1:1 consultation call through the link in my bio or comment HEAL!

Let’s uncover the root cause and create a plan that’s personalized to you.

In the last reel, we spoke about why the oil you cook with deserves just as much attention as the rest of your nutrition.

So let’s take that conversation one step further.

Healthy fats aren’t the enemy—they’re essential.

They play an important role in supporting hormone production, heart health, brain function, skin health, and healthy aging.

One term you’ll often hear me talk about is MUFA (Monounsaturated Fatty Acids)—often referred to as heart-healthy fats. They’re one of the reasons choosing the right oil matters.

That’s why I enjoy using Borges Cold Pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil. It contains 75% MUFA, along with naturally occurring Polyphenols and Vitamin E, making it a wonderful choice for fresh applications like salad dressings, drizzling over pasta, toast, and light sautéing where you can truly enjoy its rich flavour and aroma.

For me, healthy aging isn’t about chasing youth—it’s about nourishing my body in a way that helps me feel strong, energized, and healthy for years to come.

That’s what it means to . 💚

✨ In Part 3, I’ll answer one of the questions I get asked the most:
“Can olive oil really be used for everyday Indian cooking?”

Drop a ❤️ if you learned something new about MUFA today.

As a nutritionist, I often talk about protein, fibre, gut health, hormones, movement, stress, and sleep—because true health is never about just one thing.

But there’s one everyday habit that’s often overlooked…

The oil we cook with.

It’s one of the few ingredients we use almost every single day, and over time, those daily choices can influence our heart health, inflammation, hormonal health, and even the way we age.

I’ve always believed that longevity isn’t built through perfection. It’s built through the small decisions we make consistently—what we choose to nourish ourselves with, meal after meal.

That’s why I’ve become much more intentional about the oils I use in my kitchen. Choosing quality ingredients that support everyday wellness is a simple habit that can make a meaningful difference over time.

This is exactly why Borges and I are starting this conversation. Through this series, we’ll explore how mindful choices—starting with the oil you cook with—can become a part of a healthier lifestyle. Because that’s what it truly means to .

✨ In Part 2, we’ll dive into why healthy fats matter, what MUFA is, and why I choose Borges Cold Pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil as part of my everyday routine.

Tell me in the comments—have you ever thought about the oil you cook with, or is this the first time? 👇