Dr. Laxmi Kulkarni is a highly respected Permanent Faculty Member and Internationally Recognized Certified Program Coordinator at the Navast Institute of Nutrition & Dietetics (NIND). She serves as the Program Coordinator for the Certificate Course in Thyroid Nutrition Management, a highly sought-after program that blends the power of functional nutrition, Ayurveda, and modern science to address thyroid disorders with a root-cause approach.

With over 11 years of experience as a clinical nutritionist, Ayurvedic physician, and research expert, Dr. Kulkarni brings a multidimensional healing perspective to the field of nutrition. She has worked with over 1,000 clients globally, guiding them through transformative dietary and lifestyle interventions—especially in cases of hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, PCOS, diabetes, and hormonal imbalances.

Designations & Leadership Roles Held:

• Permanent Faculty Member, Navast Institute of Nutrition & Dietetics
• Certified Program Coordinator – Thyroid Nutrition Management, NIND
• Lead Nutritionist, Sugarfit
• Senior Nutritionist & Ayurveda Doctor, Possible Wellness (Truweight)
• Clinical Diet Consultant, HealthifyMe
• Fitness & Diet Coach, GOQii
• Ayurvedic Consultant, Maruthua Ayurvedic Hospital & Ganesh Ayurveda Pharma
• Clinical Intern, Apollo Hospitals, Jayanagar

Core Skills & Areas of Expertise:

• Thyroid Nutrition & Autoimmune Disorders
• Clinical Nutrition & Disease Reversal (Diabetes, PCOS, Hypertension)
• Ayurveda-based Dietary Counseling
• Carbohydrate Counting & Calorie Planning
• Post-Surgery & Bariatric Nutrition
• Intermittent Fasting & Hormone Balancing
• Yoga, Meditation & Pranayama for Stress Reduction
• Nutraceutical Product Development
• Clinical Data Analysis & Scientific Paper Writing
• Webinars, Workshops & Public Health Awareness

Educational Qualifications:

• M.Sc. in Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics – Karnataka State Open University
• B.A.M.S. (Ayurveda) – Shri DGM Ayurvedic Medical College, Gadag
• Certified International Yoga Teacher – Bodhi School of Yoga

Research & Professional Contributions:

• Lead researcher in studies on Moringa, Apple Cider Vinegar, and Ayurvedic interventions for blood sugar and metabolism
• Published paper: “Impact of Diabetic Program on HbA1c & Weight Loss” with Possible Wellness
• Speaker at the National Seminar on Health & Wellness through Nutrition & Nutraceuticals, MS Ramaiah Medical Hospital
• Designed and promoted Sugar Control Juice and Ayurvedic health drinks for metabolic support
• Led live webinars, Q&A sessions, and corporate health camps on thyroid, diabetes, and lifestyle wellness
• Conducted monthly Swarna Prashana programs for pediatric immunity

Professional Memberships:

• Member – Indian Association for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (IAPEN)
• Affiliated with Ayurveda & Yoga-Based Wellness Communities

Dr. Laxmi Kulkarni’s unique ability to combine Eastern wisdom with Western clinical insight makes her one of the most dynamic and impactful educators at NIND. Her commitment to science-backed healing, integrative practice, and individualized care empowers students to become advanced-level practitioners in thyroid and hormone-related nutrition.