Dr Alka Walavalkar
Qualification : (Doctorate in Nutrition)
Category : Nutrition Coach
Profile
Country Located: India
Experience: 24 years +
Languages known: English, Hindi
Introduction
Alka is a Integrative Health and Medicine practitioner with a rich experience spanning over two decades. Her focus is metabolic disease reversal through lifestyle interventions. She has conducted research on the efficacy of these meticulously designed interventions, Alka has presented and published data in both national and international journals.
Over the course of her 24-year career, Dr. Alka has helped numerous individuals grappling with metabolic conditions such as diabetes, non-alcoholic fatty liver (NAFLD), PCOS, PCOD, thyroid disorders, hyperlipidemia, and hypercholesterolemia. Her holistic approach and personalized care have earned her recognition in the field of integrative health and medicine.
Counselling philosophy
In Alka’s counselling philosophy for metabolic health, an emphasis is placed on the holistic approach that encompasses the interconnected aspects of one's lifestyle. Empowerment of individuals to take charge of their well-being through comprehensive lifestyle adjustments is prioritized. This includes balanced diet, consistent physical routine, restorative sleep environment, and the cultivation of mindfulness and stress management techniques.
Experience details
Dr. Alka has worked with reputed Institutions like Bhabha Atomic Research Centre, Institute of Science,Dr. Dalal’s Diabetes care and Novoliver.
Has conducted Workshops and Retreats for various corporates & individuals for Management of Chronic Diseases, Weight Loss and Stress Reduction.
Has conducted sessions for Nestle, Intel, Marico, Maharashtra Police and many other organisations.
Academic achievements
Specialization in Integrative Health and Medicine - University of Minnesota, US.
Ph.D. (Nutritional Biochemistry) - The Institute of Science, University of Mumbai, India
Certified Diabetes Educator – Indian college of physicians and Indian Academy of Diabetes
Certified Nutrition & Fitness consultant – Institute of Nutrition & Fitness Sciences
Certified in Infection Management – WHO