• I am Shweta and I am here to share my amazing experience with you about Tripti. I was diagnosed with Gestational Diabetes in first trimester of my pregnancy here in UK. This was shocking news for me, I was devastated, wondered what I’d done? Why me? especially when I had very smooth first pregnancy and a healthy baby. No one I knew had any experience of GD, when I googled it, the info I found was conflicting and frightening. My midwife was quick to refer me to the diabetic team and stressed how serious the condition could be. Diabetic team in the UK asked me to control my diet as a means of lowering down my blood sugar levels which were ranging around 10.6 at that time. Discovering what GD actually means and what it can do was a huge eye opener and although it was difficult and frustrating changing my eating habits (giving up comfort food in pregnancy is not easy!). Being a pure vegetarian from Indian origin and living in UK made it more difficult to follow specific guidelines and dietary needs suggested by GP. I was given a finger prick test kit to measure my blood sugar levels 4 times a day at home, this was the time when I was so scared to eat anything as the blood sugar level numbers creeping up every day, I felt so disappointed and concerned for my baby. Very soon they put me on insulin twice a day to control baby growth and weight within the given ranges. 
• Nothing was working for me, whatever I was eating was not good enough to keep my blood sugar level in control. This was the time I realised that I need an expert, someone who has knowledge and experience of dealing with such situations, The only name came to my mind was Tripti, I knew that she is extremely knowledgeable Nutritional Therapist and a Qualified dietician, always up to date on the often-confusing world of nutrition.

When I called Tripti, we had a long conversation where she patiently listened my problems, understood my challenges, she asked me to send the recent test results to understand the technical criticality in detail. Tripti also answered many questions I had about my condition, she explained to me in detail the significance of the various blood tests performed by my GP prior to being diagnosed as a GD. Very next day she came up with a detailed diet chart for me based on my body requirements and current situation. She is accommodating with the geographical time differences, pays personal attention to the queries and problems and extremely flexible in providing multiple choice of cuisine, routine, travel, likes or dislikes. I had number of sessions with Tripti and what I really like is her process of systematically tracking the progress and frequent reminders which keeps one motivated all the time. I was also determined to commit 100 per cent to a diet that would keep my baby as safe as possible.

By following the recommended plan my blood sugar levels came under control within 4 weeks of time, my energy levels were more consistent throughout the day and I developed a more positive attitude towards food. My doctors in UK were also happy to see that blood sugar levels are very much in control now and they also appreciated the diet plan that I was on.

I must say, Tripti is very knowledgeable and I find that there is nothing much that she does not know when it comes to nutrition, diet, exercise, relaxation and alternative therapies. She has a fantastic way of reaching out to you, talking to you, easing situations, and trying to adjust with the client’s problems. She plans very simple, very homemade kind of food in her sessions which are really doable diets that produce fantastic results. The plans are filled with a lot of nutrient rich food which gives you a lot of energy which is fantastic.

I love the way she patiently explains about food and nutrition. She is very passionate of what she is doing and it reflects. She listens, she cares and she is awesome in all she is doing today. The best nutritionist that anyone could have. 

I highly recommend her as I always look forward to know more and more from her. Tripti, you deserve to be the best. wishing you more success ?

Shweta Joshi

United Kingdom