Review:

“Some things are best learnt by living, not by telling.”

This line from the book beautifully encapsulates the essence of Rujuta Diwekar’s insightful book, The Commensense Diet. Here, she champions the timeless wisdom of Ghar ka Khana (home-cooked food) as the ultimate key to a healthy, happy life. Her message is simple yet profound: health doesn’t come from fads or extremes, but from returning to our roots and savouring the everyday goodness of traditional, home-style meals.

Rujuta brings this philosophy to life through engaging anecdotes drawn from her experiences as a nutritionist. These real-life stories offer more than just advice—they open a window into the lived journeys of her clients, filled with joy, humour, and sometimes surprising realisations. Through them, she highlights the often absurd gap between societal diet trends and the grounded realities of good nutrition.

What sets this book apart is its practical, no-nonsense approach. Rujuta doesn’t just debunk common myths—like the obsession with calorie counting or the belief that health demands rigid restrictions—she replaces them with a balanced, sustainable way of eating. Her message is empowering: eating well should be rooted in mindfulness and pleasure, not fear or guilt.

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One of the most impactful aspects of the book is how it gently encourages self-awareness and small but meaningful lifestyle shifts. Whether it’s reintroducing seasonal fruits, respecting your body’s natural hunger cues, or learning to eat without screens, each chapter offers tools that feel achievable and grounded in real life. As a reader, you’re not overwhelmed with rules, but inspired to listen to your body and honour its needs.

The writing itself is refreshingly accessible. She takes complex nutritional concepts and makes them digestible, weaving in cultural context and personal wisdom that makes the content feel both informative and relatable. Her tone is warm and conversational, creating the feeling that you’re learning from a trusted friend who truly understands the nuances of everyday eating.

In a world increasingly dominated by convenience foods, rigid diet trends, and a fast-paced lifestyle, this book feels like a breath of fresh air. It invites you to slow down, reconnect with your heritage, and reclaim the joy and simplicity of nourishing yourself, without guilt, without pressure.

Whether you’re just beginning to rethink your food choices or looking for a more grounded, joyful approach to wellness, The Commensense Diet is a must-read. It’s not just a guide to better nutrition—it’s a gentle invitation to reconnect with your roots, embrace the richness of your cultural food traditions, and most importantly, rediscover the joy in eating.

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