How Life in Dubai Is Changing the Way We Eat, Sleep & Live.

Dubai has made life incredibly convenient. But has that convenience changed the way we eat, sleep, move and take care of ourselves? In this episode, we sit down with Dubai-based clinical dietitian and nutritionist Mitun De Sarkar, founder of Simply Healthy in Dubai, with more than two decades of experience in nutrition and lifestyle management. We discuss the biggest food mistakes people in the UAE make, how Dubai’s food-delivery culture is changing the way we eat, what a Dubai mom with just 10 minutes before school drop-off should eat for breakfast, and how long commutes like Dubai–Sharjah can affect our diet and daily routine. But the conversation goes much further than food. We explore the relationship between Dubai’s fast-paced lifestyle and our health from convenience and cravings to hydration, gut health, sleep, strength training and weight loss. In this conversation: Why food is so easy to access in Dubai and how that can affect our eating habits Can you actually eat healthy in Dubai on a budget? What to look for when ordering food outside Dubai heat, hydration and whether you really need electrolytes Why people can eat “healthy” and still struggle with bloating Protein, fibre and the importance of building a balanced plate Why strength training becomes increasingly important after 40 Why losing weight isn't necessarily the same as becoming healthier The role of protein for women over 40 Creatine, protein powders and supplements, what should you actually consider? Vitamin D deficiency despite living in a sunny place like the UAE This isn't just a conversation about nutrition. It's a conversation about how we live. Because behind the food, fitness, work and wellness questions is a bigger question: What does modern life in Dubai actually do to us? The Majlis Show explores Dubai and the UAE through the people who live it — their stories, experiences, businesses, culture, ambitions, challenges and everyday lives. #TheMajlisShow #Dubai #DubaiLife #UAE #DubaiWellness #Nutrition #Health #Fitness #DubaiFood #womenover40 Chapters:- 00:00 – Introduction 02:23 – Welcome Back 02:34 – Dubai’s Biggest Food Mistake 04:30 – Is Healthy Eating Actually Difficult? 05:18 – How Much Protein Do You Really Need? 07:31 – Do You Really Need to Eat 6 Times a Day? 08:49 – Are You Actually Hungry or Just Craving? 09:56 – What Should a Dubai Mom Eat for Breakfast? 11:37 – Is Black Coffee in the Morning Healthy? 12:30 – Never Go Grocery Shopping Hungry 13:50 – How to Eat Healthy at Any Cafeteria 15:40 – Is Indian Food Actually Healthy? 16:40 – Is Dubai–Sharjah Traffic Ruining Your Diet? 17:40 – Do You Actually Need Electrolytes? 20:46 – What Does Your Diet Do to Your Gut? 23:46 – What Changes After 40? 27:00 – Health Checks You Shouldn’t Ignore 29:05 – Protein Powder: Is It Really Necessary? 33:14 – Biggest Weight-Loss Mistake After 40 35:25 – Why Are Dubai Residents Vitamin D Deficient? 38:01 – Are Weight-Loss Drugs Really the Answer? 39:26 – Why Are We Sleeping So Poorly? 40:00 – Doomscrolling Is Destroying Your Brain 41:23 – Does Magnesium Actually Help With Sleep? 44:00 – Weight Loss Is Also About Emotional Regulation 45:12 – How to Reset When Work & Family Derail You 48:13 – How to Become a Dietitian in Dubai 50:03 – Women & Imposter Syndrome 51:00 – The Problem With Health Misinformation 52:06 – What Has Dubai Taught You? 52:13 – It’s Okay to Fail, But You’ve Got to Rise 53:42 – Closing Subscribe to watch full episodes:    / @themajlisshow   About The Majlis Show: The Majlis Show is where Dubai’s most interesting voices sit down for real talk. No filters, no fluff. Just honest conversations on culture, work, relationships, ambition, and the realities of life as an expat in the Middle East. We bust myths that social media loves to exaggerate about Dubai, giving you the real picture behind the hype. Hosted by Faizan Khan, a renowned Dubai based RJ and social media creator shaping conversations around culture, ambition, and real life in the Middle East. Follow Faizan Khan here:   / rjfaizankhan   Follow us on Instagram: @themajlisshow   / themajlisshow   X (Twitter): @themajlisshow   / themajlisshow   LinkedIn: The Majlis Show   / majlisshow   Facebook: The Majlis Show https://www.facebook.com/share/1CXss9... Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed on "The Majlis Show" are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the show, its producers, or its sponsors. The content provided is for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered as the only form of professional advice. Viewer discretion is advised. By watching this show, you agree that the show and its affiliates are not responsible for any actions taken based on the information provided.