Indulging in sweets and other savories is a given during festivals like Ganesh Utsav. However, for people who are on the health wagon or suffering from conditions like Diabetes, indulging in sweets is not always an option. Given the health limitations, modifying the existing recipes and replacing sugary ingredients with healthier options is a good idea.
Tavishi Dogra is a Deputy Chief Content Producer, Health & Wellness, at Hindustan Times. She joined Hindustan Times to simplify wellness subjects by cutting through jargon. She has over 9 years of experience writing about fitness, nutrition, and mental well-being, translating medical research and expert insights into practical advice readers can trust. Career journey and experience Tavishi began her health journalism journey in 2017, and has since reported for RSTV, Financial Express, Jagran, HT Media Labs and Zee.
Education and professional background Tavishi holds a Master’s degree in Journalism and Mass Communication and began her career reporting on public affairs for broadcast. Editorial Philosophy I write with one single goal: To simplify health in a world full of noise by finding what’s actually doable, safe, and evidence-based for my readers. I test claims against research and user experiences. This nutrition-dense modak is rich in protein, fiber, healthy fats, and essential nutrients from Oats, Almonds, Flaxseeds, dates, and nuts. They make a delicious, wholesome treat for special occasions. These Modaks are also nutrient-dense and healthy, as carrots are high in vitamin A. Cooked carrots are even more nutrient-dense, support vision, have antioxidant properties, and are high in beta-carotene. Nuts like Almonds and Cashews ensure healthy fats, while milk and milk powder add protein and calcium. Best of all, they are healthy, easy to prepare, and take significantly less time. For the filling: Chopped mixed nuts (Peanuts, pistachios, walnuts) – ¼ cup ( Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.)
When all else fails, I speak to the expert who sees 50 patients a day, not the one with the most followers.
“We have picked two incredible, easy modak recipes for those who want to restrict their calorie intake but still enjoy the festive season,” Ms Sumaiya A, Clinical Dietitian, CDE, Fortis Hospital Kalyan, tells Health Shots . Those early years in policy and TV shaped how she writes today: fast, factual, and human-first.
Subject expertise With 9+ years tracking India’s health conversations, Tavishi knows the gap between clinical advice and daily life. She knows fads from fundamentals and curates science-backed, expert-recommended solutions. In fitness, she breaks down bodyweight training, recovery, and posture fixes for desk-bound readers. In nutrition, she translates guidelines into affordable, desi meal tweaks. In mental well-being, she focuses on stigma-free, actionable tools — all backed by research, expert input, and lived context.
From decoding health trends and interviewing doctors to testing fitness routines herself, Tavishi always approaches content with one filter: “Will this help someone make a better decision today?
