If you’re part of Melbourne’s vibrant South Asian community, you likely love traditional meals like biryani, paratha, dal-chawal, butter chicken, and samosas. While these foods are comforting and deeply rooted in culture, they’re also often calorie-dense, carb-heavy, and not always balanced for optimal health. But here’s the good news you don’t have to give them up to lose weight.
At Diet Yumm, we specialise in South Asian-friendly weight loss plans that actually work, designed by the Best Dietitian Melbourn. Whether you’re battling stubborn belly fat, managing fatty liver, or trying to eat healthier while enjoying your cultural foods, our expert team helps you make long-term lifestyle changes without extreme diets or cutting out your favourites.
Why Traditional Diets Don’t Always Work for South Asians
Generic diet plans are often based on Western food patterns and completely overlook South Asian eating habits. Many clients come to us frustrated after trying:
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Keto diets that eliminate roti and rice
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Low-carb plans that ignore lentils and legumes
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Meal replacements or shakes that don’t satisfy or nourish
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Unsustainable intermittent fasting
These one-size-fits-all approaches often lead to burnout and rebound weight gain. Instead, you need a plan that respects your food, preferences, health goals, and lifestyle.
What Makes Our Plans “South Asian Friendly?
Our dietitians at Diet Yumm understand that food is more than fuel—it’s tradition, identity, and family. That’s why we tailor weight loss strategies to:
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Fit vegetarian and non-vegetarian South Asian diets
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Include familiar staples like chapati, lentils, curry, and yogurt
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Accommodate busy schedules with simple meal prep ideas
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Support metabolic conditions like fatty liver, PCOS, and type 2 diabetes
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Offer culturally appropriate snacks and festive meal strategies
We believe in balance, not elimination.
Who Are Our Plans Designed For?
Our South Asian-focused weight loss plans are ideal for:
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Busy professionals juggling work and family
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Parents cooking for the whole family
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Individuals dealing with lifestyle-related conditions
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Women managing hormonal issues like PCOS
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Clients with fatty liver, high cholesterol, or pre-diabetes
If you’re looking for the Best Weight Loss Dietitian in Melbourne who understands both science and spices, Diet Yumm is your solution.
Sample Elements of a South Asian Weight Loss Plan
Here's a glimpse at what your customised plan may include:
✅ Breakfast
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Moong dal chilla with chutney
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Oats upma or vegetable poha
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Greek yogurt with berries and seeds
✅ Lunch
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1-2 whole wheat rotis or brown rice
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Dal or rajma
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Grilled sabzi with minimal oil
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Salad and plain curd
✅ Dinner
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Grilled chicken or tofu stir-fry
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Millet-based khichdi
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Quinoa pulao with vegetables
✅ Snacks
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Roasted chana, nuts, or sprouts
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Fruit with nut butter
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Spiced buttermilk or herbal tea
We also guide you on meal timing, portion control, eating out, and festival food strategies.
Real Client Transformation
"I thought I'd have to stop eating my mum’s food to lose weight. Diet Yumm helped me build a plan that included my favourites in moderation. I lost 8 kilos in 3 months!"
Priya R., Point Cook
Managing Fatty Liver and More
Many South Asians suffer from fatty liver disease, often without symptoms. Left unchecked, it can lead to long-term liver damage. Our expert dietitians for fatty liver in Melbourne help manage and reverse it through:
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Reduced sugar and refined carb intake
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Anti-inflammatory food choices
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Healthy fats and balanced protein
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Liver-supportive nutrients
Your weight loss plan will also support liver repair and reduce your risk of chronic illness.
Serving Truganina, Tarneit, Werribee, and Greater Melbourne
We provide in-person consultations across Melbourne and also offer telehealth support for convenience. Whether you're in Truganina, CBD Melbourne, or across Victoria, you’ll receive personalised care from the best dietitians Melbourne has to offer.
Why Choose Diet Yumm?
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Accredited Practising Dietitians
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Culturally inclusive support for Indian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan, and Bangladeshi clients
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Flexible follow-up plans
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Available for ongoing WhatsApp/text support
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Recipes, grocery lists & education tailored to you
Ready to Start?
If you're tired of restrictive diets and want a realistic, results-driven approach that works with your South Asian lifestyle, Diet Yumm is here for you. Our expert team makes weight loss possible without losing your cultural identity.
Book your consultation today at www.dietyumm.com.au and take the first step toward sustainable health and confidence.
Contacts
Business Name : Diet Yumm
Location : https://maps.app.goo.gl/Jhqq9AfabqBJmw9P6
Website : https://dietyumm.com/
Phone no : +61415508611
Email : [email protected]
Address : 72 Bridgewater Rd, Craigieburn VIC 3064, Australia
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