In an age filled with diet trends and wellness fads, it's hard to find a voice that not only rises above the noise but also rests upon a foundation of scholarship and real-world expertise. Dr. Shalini Singhal is such a voice — an experienced dietitian and clinical nutritionist with a level head and a science-driven approach to health and wellness. With a PhD in Clinical Nutrition and more than 29 years of practice, Dr. Singhal has established a career that blends academic depth with practical application. At Capsuleinfo, we recognize her as a standout figure in evidence-based nutrition — someone whose work continues to shape healthier lifestyles through both scholarship and hands-on care.
Education & Early Foundations
Dr. Singhal started with a Master's degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, for which she received a gold medal for meritorious performance. Her belief in evidence-based practice made her go on to do a PhD in Clinical Nutrition. This strong foundation in education has influenced her whole professional journey so far, and she has been able to tackle each case with a firm grasp of medical science as well as practical application.
"Nutrition is not about trends, it's about physiology. Every body has a different story, and that's where my work begins." — Dr. Shalini Singhal
Specialization: Clinical Nutrition and Weight Management
While others in the wellness world are hunting for quick fixes, Dr. Singhal is concerned with long-term health results. She specializes in:
- Obesity and weight loss management
- Metabolic disorders (diabetes, PCOS, thyroid diseases)
- Preventive and therapeutic nutrition
- Lifestyle-related disease management
Her patients usually approach her only when nothing else has been effective. With an emphasis on causes and not effects, she combines medical nutrition therapy with sustainable eating habits.
Services Provided
At her clinics and through online consultation, Dr. Singhal provides:
- Individualized diet charts based on medical history
- Weight loss plans as per WHO guidelines
- Nutrition counseling for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and other chronic conditions
- Nutrition in children and adolescents
- Pre- and post-natal nutrition
- Her strategy is integrative — working with both the mind and body of wellness.
Professional Journey
Dr. Singhal's professional experience cuts across some of the most renowned names in wellness and health:
- Former Head of Nutrition, VLCC Healthcare Ltd.
- Directed Pritikin Longevity Centre India, offering US-based wellness programs to Indian clients
- Directed Nutri Diet Clinics with emphasis on evidence-based R&D
- Emphatically engaged in corporate wellness initiatives and community health programs
Through these positions, she has contributed to designing and executing wellness programs that take a global standard with an Indian lifestyle twist.
Research and Development
Dr. Singhal is unique in her focus on research. She has spearheaded R&D in diet therapy and weight management for decades. Her protocols are not based on anecdotes — they are data-tested and conform to international health standards.
"Diet is a prescription, not a preference. Like any therapy, it has to be tailored, supervised, and evidence-based." — Dr. Singhal
Real Impact, Real People
Aside from titles and credentials, Dr. Singhal's work is best exemplified in the testimonials of her patients — individuals who resolved their prediabetes, lost weight in a way that stuck, or controlled chronic illness through regular, informed nutrition counseling. Many report how her soothing presence, attentive listening, and plain-spoken explanations made it seem attainable.
One patient's testimonial goes like this:
“I had tried everything — keto, detox, gym. Dr. Singhal was the first to tell me why none of it worked for me. Now, I’m 14 kg lighter and more energetic than ever.”
Thought Leadership & Public Engagement
Dr. Singhal regularly contributes to health forums, seminars, and digital platforms. She’s an advocate for public nutrition awareness and has participated in educational campaigns aimed at dispelling nutrition myths in India.
Her columns and speeches tend to focus on the significance of lifestyle transformation rather than crash diets, and the imperative for scientific knowledge in the age of influencers and social media quick fixes.