Chai & Chat: From India to America - Why Our Diets Change & What To Do About It

You moved to America—but did your food change more than you realized? Many South Asians in the U.S. experience unexpected health challenges, from weight gain and diabetes to digestive issues and fatty liver disease. Yet many feel they're still eating the same foods they grew up with. So what's really happening? Join India Currents for a live conversation with nutrition expert Neha Shah as we explore how migration, lifestyle, grocery environments, stress, and changing food systems affect the health of South Asian communities in America. We'll discuss: -Common nutrition mistakes many immigrants make without realizing it -How U.S. food environments differ from those in South Asia -The relationship between food, culture, and long-term health -What science says about diabetes, heart health, and metabolic disease in South Asians -Practical grocery shopping and meal-planning strategies -How to make healthier choices without abandoning cultural foods -Questions to ask doctors -Resources for further learning Bring your questions and leave with actionable tips, evidence-based information, and resources you can apply to your own life. Find out more about Chai & Chat series - https://indiacurrents.com/chai-and-chat/