Purva Gulyani is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with over 16 years of diverse clinical experience — and a passion for making nutrition simple, sustainable, and enjoyable. She is currently pursuing her PhD at La Trobe University, where her research continues to fuel her evidence-based, practical approach to care.
In 2016, Purva founded Diet Yumm in Melbourne with just one location. Fast forward to today, the practice has grown to 15 sites — a reflection of her dedication to helping people transform their health with confidence and support.
Purva’s career began in India, where she led the Department of Nutrition in Bariatric Surgery at a major multispeciality hospital. She went on to become the first dietitian in India to be awarded the Bariatric Care Specialist title by the Surgical Review Corporation, USA (2013–2018). Since moving to Melbourne, she has expanded her focus beyond hospitals into community and private practice, championing health improvements across diverse populations.
As a dietitian, Purva blends clinical expertise with a compassionate, no-nonsense approach. She is especially passionate about:
- Weight Management – Holistic & Non-Diet Approaches, Bariatric Nutrition (pre & post surgery)
- Diabetes Care – Pre-diabetes, Type I & II, Gestational Diabetes, Insulin Resistance
- Heart, Kidney & Liver Health – Including MAFLD/ NAFLD, Hypertension, High Cholesterol, CKD
- Women’s Health – PCOS, Hormonal Health, Fertility Nutrition
- Gut Health – IBS, IBD, Food Intolerances, Ulcerative Colitis
- Paediatric Nutrition – Fussy eating, growth concerns, food allergies, overweight/underweight
- Plant-Based Diets & Special Diets – Ensuring nutritional adequacy in vegan/vegetarian lifestyles
A strong advocate for community wellbeing, Purva is actively involved in outreach programs, particularly within the South Asian community, and serves as a media spokesperson for Dietitians Australia.
She speaks Hindi, English, Punjabi, and Urdu, making her approachable to a wide range of clients and communities.
With her unique blend of clinical expertise, cultural understanding, and genuine care, Purva is committed to guiding people toward healthier, happier lives — one meal at a time.
