Shonali Sabherwal

Shonali Sabherwal Macrobiotic Nutritionist/Chef/Instructor India's first Graduate: Kushi Institute, USA. Author of 'The Beauty Diet' (2012) and 'The Love Diet (2014).
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Welcome to the official page of Shonali Sabherwal

Shonali has worked with leading film stars and celebrities, and helped them enrich their lives by adopting healthier eating choices. She is now here to share her invaluable tips and tricks that will guide and help you on living a fuller, larger (Macro) than life (bios) healthier lifestyle. Shonali says, "My goal is to take you from a platform of

“Health to Inner Wellness” by empowering you to be independent regarding your choices that impact your health condition. I seek to do this by providing you with options via: One-on-one Consultations, Macrobiotic meals, ready-to-eat products, cooking classes, and any method that would work to enhance your Well-Being quotient. Eat well, stay happy!

04/09/2026

Collagen doesn’t only come from a supplement. Your body makes collagen—and it needs the right nutritional building blocks to do so.

Here are some of the foods I like to include:

🍊 Vitamin C
Guava, red peppers and amla are excellent sources of vitamin C, which is essential for collagen production.

🌱 Protein & amino acids
Tofu, lentils, amaranth and quinoa provide protein and amino acids that your body uses to build and maintain tissues, including collagen.

🌻 Zinc & copper
Shiitake mushrooms, sesame seeds and pumpkin seeds provide minerals involved in connective-tissue and collagen metabolism.

And this is where I believe the way you put your foods together matters.

For example, a meal of broccoli + tofu + sesame seeds brings together vitamin C, protein and minerals in one nourishing combination.

Rather than looking for one “collagen food”, think about creating a varied, nutrient-rich plate that gives your body the different nutrients it needs.

As I always say, supplements can have their place—but they shouldn’t replace a solid nutritional foundation.

Would you like more reels on foods that support healthy ageing, skin and connective tissue? Let me know in the comments.

©️ Shonaalii Sabherwal

03/09/2026

Collagen is everywhere—but before reaching for a supplement, I always come back to the nutritional foundation.

Your body naturally produces collagen, and that process depends on having the right building blocks, including:

🥚 Adequate protein
🍊 Vitamin C
🌿 Trace minerals
🥬 A balanced, nutrient-rich diet

In my macrobiotic approach, I believe supplements can have a place when they are needed—but they shouldn’t replace the foundation of good nutrition.

Rather than asking only, “Which collagen supplement should I take?”, I encourage you to also ask:

“Am I giving my body what it needs to make collagen itself?”

If you’d like me to share the foods I recommend for supporting natural collagen production, let me know in the comments and I’ll make the next reel.

©️ Shonaalii Sabherwal

Sometimes, what shows up on the outside can be a reflection of what’s happening within.For this client, dark circles had...
02/09/2026

Sometimes, what shows up on the outside can be a reflection of what’s happening within.

For this client, dark circles had been a concern since childhood. It was only through working with me that she began looking beyond the symptom and understanding the connection between her digestion, gut health, energy and overall wellbeing.

After working together for eight months and making changes to her diet and lifestyle, she saw her symptoms gradually improve.

Her experience is a reminder that looking at health holistically can mean asking a different question: what is the body trying to tell us? 🌿

If you’re struggling with a recurring concern and want to understand how food and lifestyle may be supporting your health, send me a DM to book a consultation.

©️ Shonaalii Sabherwal

For those of you who are new to my page, here’s a little introduction to me and the work I do. 🌿I’m Shonaalii Sabherwal ...
01/09/2026

For those of you who are new to my page, here’s a little introduction to me and the work I do. 🌿

I’m Shonaalii Sabherwal — a Macrobiotic Counselor, Chef and Instructor, and for over two decades, I’ve been exploring the powerful relationship between food, lifestyle and our wellbeing.

My journey began with a very personal reason. When my father was diagnosed with prostate cancer, I began searching for a way to support him through food. That journey led me to Macrobiotics and eventually to the Kushi Institute in the USA, where I trained as a Macrobiotic Counsellor, Chef and Instructor.

What started as a search for answers became my life’s work.

I believe that food is much more than calories, nutrients and recipes. The way we eat, live, rest and manage our emotional world can profoundly influence how we feel. My approach is therefore not about temporary diets or deprivation. It is about understanding your body, your lifestyle and your relationship with food — and creating sustainable changes that you can live with.

Over the years, I’ve worked with people dealing with a wide range of health and lifestyle concerns, created wellness menus for spas and restaurants, worked with schools on children’s nutrition, conducted workshops, written extensively and authored four books.

I have been honoured with several awards and recognitions.

But perhaps the most meaningful part of my work is the people I meet along the way — the stories, the transformations, the families who start eating differently together, and the realisation that sometimes small, consistent changes can make a profound difference to how we experience our everyday lives.

On this page, I share what I have learnt over the years — food, recipes, everyday wellness practices, simple home remedies, lifestyle wisdom and a little bit of my own journey.

If you’re new here, welcome. 🤍
I hope you stay, learn something, and most importantly, begin to see food not as a restriction — but as a way of nourishing your life.

🌿 If you would like to work with me personally, send me a DM to book a consultation.

©️ Shonaalii Sabherwal

30/08/2026

At the end of a long day, I like to give my feet a little extra attention.

This is my simple bedtime ritual:

🦶 Magnesium oil on the soles of my feet
🌿 A few drops of lavender essential oil
✨ A gentle massage with my Kansa wand

I spend a few minutes massaging the soles and gently pressing different areas of the feet.

In Ayurveda, working with the feet is traditionally used as part of practices intended to help balance Vata and Pitta. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the feet are also connected to important meridian pathways, including the Kidney meridian.

For me, this ritual is less about doing something complicated and more about creating a few quiet minutes at the end of the day to slow down, relax and prepare for sleep.

Sometimes the simplest rituals are the ones we are most consistent with. 🌙

Do you have a bedtime ritual that helps you unwind? Tell me in the comments below.

©️ Shonaalii Sabherwal

30/08/2026

When anxiety takes over, it can feel as though the feeling will last forever.

One principle from my Vipassana practice that I return to again and again is Anicca — impermanence.

Nothing stays exactly as it is.

Every thought, emotion and physical sensation arises—and eventually changes.

When I feel overwhelmed, I try not to fight the feeling or immediately react to it. Instead, I bring my attention back to my breath, particularly to the area below the nose and above the upper lip, and simply observe.

It may not be easy. But sometimes creating that little space between what you’re feeling and how you react to it can help you experience the moment differently.

This too shall pass.

This is one of the principles I explore in my book, Vipassana: The Timeless Secret to Meditate and Be Calm, where I share my understanding of meditation, mindfulness, awareness and equanimity after decades of practice.

If you’d like to learn more about Vipassana and begin your own meditation practice, get a copy of my book—link in bio.

©️ Shonaalii Sabherwal

When your health changes, sometimes the first instinct is to look for a quick fix. But the right food and lifestyle choi...
28/08/2026

When your health changes, sometimes the first instinct is to look for a quick fix. But the right food and lifestyle choices can be an important part of understanding and supporting your body.

Here’s what one of my clients shared about her experience with changing her diet and taking a more holistic approach to her health.

Her experience is a reminder that food can play a meaningful role in our overall wellbeing — but individual health concerns should always be approached with the right professional guidance.

If you’re looking to understand how nutrition can support your health, send me a DM to book a consultation. 🌿 ©️ Shonaalii Sabherwal

27/08/2026

Brain fog isn’t always just about your brain.

One of the first places I look is the gut.

Modern science has shown us that the gut and brain are closely connected through what’s known as the gut-brain axis.

Traditional systems of medicine have recognised this connection for centuries.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, digestion is thought to influence mental clarity. Ayurveda also recognises the close relationship between the gut and the mind.

This is one of the reasons I encourage many of my clients to focus on warm, nourishing, easy-to-digest meals, especially when they’re struggling with sluggishness or brain fog.

Some of my favourites include:
🌾 Whole grains
🫘 Lentils and beans
🥕 Well-cooked vegetables

For some people, large amounts of cold foods, smoothies or raw salads may not be the best choice, particularly if digestion already feels weak.

Remember, brain fog can have many causes—including poor sleep, stress, hormonal changes and nutrient deficiencies. But supporting your gut is often an important place to begin.

If you’re struggling with persistent brain fog and would like a personalised nutrition plan, send me a DM to book a consultation.

©️ Shonaalii Sabherwal

26/08/2026

Do you find yourself eating even when you’re not really hungry?

In my practice, I often look at what you’re eating, how you’re eating and what your body may be asking for.

Here are some simple approaches I use when working with people who tend to overeat:

🥬 Include cooling foods
Raw vegetables and seasonal fruit can be useful additions for people who tend to feel overheated or have a strong appetite.

🌿 Add bitter foods
Foods such as celery and lettuce can be incorporated into a meal and may help bring more balance to the plate.

🥣 Choose soups and stews
Warm, nourishing soups and stews can be satisfying and help make a meal feel more complete.

💧 Stay hydrated between meals
Sometimes what feels like hunger may actually be thirst. Water and suitable herbal beverages can be helpful between meals.

🥜 Look at salty, fried and heavily seasoned foods
Very salty, fried or heavily roasted nuts and seeds can be easy to overconsume. Moderating these foods may help if you find they trigger more eating.

And remember: overeating isn’t always about willpower. Appetite can be influenced by stress, sleep, emotions, habits and the foods we eat.

Understanding why you’re overeating is just as important as changing what you eat.

If you’re struggling with overeating and would like a personalised diet protocol, send me a DM to book a consultation.

©️ Shonaalii Sabherwal

Take a look around your kitchen. How many of these do you use every day?We spend so much time thinking about what we put...
25/08/2026

Take a look around your kitchen. How many of these do you use every day?

We spend so much time thinking about what we put into our bodies that we sometimes forget to think about what comes into contact with our food, what we cook it in and what we use to clean it.

Plastic packaging, canned-food linings, non-stick cookware and household cleaning products can all be sources of chemical exposure. And when it comes to kitchen sponges and scourers, the concern is different — they can become a breeding ground for bacteria when they’re kept damp and aren’t replaced regularly.

This doesn’t mean you need to panic or throw everything away overnight.

My philosophy is to reduce unnecessary exposure wherever you reasonably can. Choose durable cookware, minimise the use of plastic with hot foods, be mindful of packaging, ventilate when using cleaning products and keep your kitchen cleaning tools hygienic.

Health isn’t about perfection. It’s about the small choices we make repeatedly.

Save this post and the next time you’re replacing something in your kitchen, ask yourself: Is there a healthier, more durable alternative? ©️ Shonaalii Sabherwal

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