075: Fat Babies, Skinny Teens: South Asian Beauty Paradox with Dr. Madhu Jawanda and Dr. Navdeep Hundal

Ever heard "don't go out in the sun" growing up? Those seemingly innocent comments about our appearance leave lasting imprints on how we see ourselves. In this profound conversation with Dr. Madhu Jawanda and Dr. Navdeep Grewal, we dive deep into the complex relationship South Asian women have with their bodies through different life stages.Dr. Madhu and Dr. Nav, both physicians with over 25 years of experience and founders of the Avaaz podcast, share their professional insights and personal stories about navigating cultural beauty standards. From wanting "chubby babies" but expecting teenage girls to be thin, to comments about skin colour and height, we unpack how these contradictory messages shape our self-perception from childhood through adulthood.The statistics are striking—up to 84% of women experience body dissatisfaction, with South Asian communities facing unique cultural pressures. This dissatisfaction doesn't just affect how we feel when looking in the mirror; it impacts career choices, relationships, and even whether we seek proper healthcare. We explore how body image issues affect men too, with up to 30% experiencing similar struggles.We also discuss the truth about trending practices like intermittent fasting (hint: it may not be right for women), examine the real need for supplements, and share meaningful advice for young people struggling with body image. Your body is beautiful not because it meets arbitrary standards, but because it allows you to experience life. It deserves kindness, gratitude, and recognition for all it enables you to do. Listen in, and perhaps find a new way to view the body you've been living in all along.You can reach out to Dr. Madhu and Dr. Nav at Avaaz Podcast. Instagram: avaaz_voiceYou Tube: AvaazPodcastAlso find them on Tik Tok, Facebook, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Join the Flawthentic Me community of powerful women who are always there to celebrate you.. Join Group here!Grab your Free 30-Day Self Love Calendar.Let's connect:Website: www.flawthenticme.comFacebookInstagram