The Commonsense Diet By Rujuta Diwekar Summary PDF

 

The Commonsense Diet By Rujuta Diwekar Summary

Today we are going to talk about a diet that neither runs after kale smoothies, nor avocado toast. This diet is - 'The Commonsense Diet' - written by celebrity nutritionist Rujuta Diwekar. The same Rujuta who gave Kareena Kapoor a zero figure... that too by feeding her ghee and parathas!"

"So if you are also caught in the trap of confusion, myths and 'Instagram experts', then this article is for you. 

Part 1 - The story of fad diets

"Rujuta says - If your diet has a name, then it is going to fail. Keto, paleo, gluten-free... all these diet names are just trends, not science!"

"Nowadays people have become so 'hungry' on diets that they count more calories than a human being. Smoothie for breakfast, quinoa for lunch, and chicken breast for dinner - but happiness? Zero!"

"Rujuta says - Diet is not a torture chamber. It is connected to our culture, climate and common sense. Our grandparents' food, seasonal and local food - that is the real superfood!"

Part 2 – The political drama of protein

"Nowadays everyone asks – 'Bhaiya, are you getting protein?' As if protein is not there, it is a ticket for IPL!"

"But the truth is that if you eat homemade food every day – dal, rice, curd, vegetables, egg or fish – then you do not need a separate protein shake."

"Rujuta says – all this is a marketing game. The more people are confused, the more supplements will be sold. The simple logic is – confusion means profit!"

Part 3 – The story of carbs, sugar and gluten

"Nowadays people say – 'I am sugar-free', 'I am gluten intolerant', 'dairy does not suit me'. But in reality, all these people have gone away from their culture."

"There was a time when guests used to come home and eat sweets, today they say – 'Sorry aunty, I do not take sugar.' Hey brother, Gulab Jamun used to sweeten relationships!"

"Rujuta says - all this is a disease of pretense. Unless there is a medical reason, carbs and sugar are not your enemies. Overthinking is the real villain!"

Part 4 - The deception of millets and detox

"Millets - that is, bajra, jowar - were the real superfoods of our country. But nowadays burgers, noodles are being made from them. Meaning health has also become junk now!"

"Rujuta says - eat millets with context, like we used to eat earlier: in roti, laddu, or chutney. Not by making quinoa salad like Instagram reels."

"And detox? Hey brother, the real work of detox is done by the liver and kidneys. You are ruining your microbiome with green juice. In the name of detox, digestion is not getting clean, confusion is being created!"

Part 5 – What dieting has taken away

"The biggest loss that dieting makes is the power to eat with an open heart. Earlier people used to eat without fear, today every bite comes with guilt."

"Rujuta says – life is a long term game. Don't crash diet for your cousin's wedding. Plan for your 60s and 70s. Sustainability is the real key!"

"So what if you eat an extra samosa sometimes? Food is not just calories, it is love, it is joy. Live life with taste!"

Part 6 – Common Sense Diet Plan

"Now, coming to the part everyone was waiting for – Rujuta's Common Sense Diet Plan."

📌 After waking up in the morning: Soaked raisins and almonds or any seasonal fruit

📌 Breakfast: Idli, dosa, upma or egg

📌 Mid-morning: Coconut water, buttermilk or tadgola

📌 Lunch: Curd rice, some pickle

📌 Evening snack: A Handful of peanuts or homemade murukku

📌 Dinner: Rasam rice, vegetable and fish or chicken if non-veg

📌 Before bed (if hungry): Milk

“Simple, cheap, and most importantly – sustainable!”

Conclusion:

"So friends, Rujuta Diwekar's message is simple and straightforward — trust your food, your culture and your common sense. Listen to your inner voice, not Instagram trends."

"This book reminds us that health doesn't mean six packs, it means comfort. And comfort comes from home-cooked food, good sleep and loving relationships."

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