In the 8th episode of NDTV Loves Books, Gargi Rawat speaks to Dr Anoop Mishra about his book 'Smart Calories and Common Sense' - an evidence-based guide to nutrition, weight loss and healthy living tailored for India. From intermittent fasting and Ozempic-style weight loss drugs to protein supplements, artificial sweeteners and fad diets, Dr Mishra breaks down what science actually says - and warns against blindly following social media health trends. The conversation also explores immunity, gluten-free diets, obesity, cancer risks, Ayurvedic medicine and why India-specific nutrition research matters more than ever.