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Zarfoni Wellness — Expert Nutrition Consultation

Dn. Rafiya
Farooqi

MPhil · Clinical Dietitian & Nutritionist · University of Lahore

MPhil Human Nutrition & Dietetics Clinical Dietitian Published Researcher Online & In-Clinic
RF
About

Evidence-Based Nutrition for Lasting Results

 

I am an MPhil-qualified Clinical Dietitian and Nutritionist with a degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics from the University of Lahore. My work is built on a single belief: that food is medicine — and that the right nutritional guidance, tailored to each individual's biology, can achieve what medication alone cannot.

I bridge the gap between complex nutritional science and practical, everyday food choices — making evidence-based nutrition accessible, sustainable, and genuinely transformative. Whether you are managing a chronic condition, navigating hormonal imbalances, or simply committed to living better, I design a roadmap that is specific to you.

My practice operates through both online clinical consultations and in-person clinic sessions, ensuring access to professional nutritional care regardless of where you are in Pakistan.

MPhil
Human Nutrition & Dietetics — University of Lahore
3
Peer-reviewed publications in international scientific journals
8+
Specialisation areas across clinical and wellness nutrition
Online &
In-Clinic
Dual-mode consultations available across Pakistan
Services

Specialisation Areas

 
Overall Wellness & Vitality

Holistic, nutrient-dense strategies to boost energy levels, improve sleep quality, strengthen the immune system, and build long-term vitality through food — not supplements alone.

Energy Immunity Sleep Lifestyle
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Weight Management

Sustainable, non-restrictive approaches for healthy weight gain or loss — built on calorie balance, metabolic support, and dietary patterns you can maintain for life. No crash diets.

Weight Loss Weight Gain Metabolism
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Hormonal & Thyroid Health

Specialised nutrition protocols for Hyperthyroidism, Hypothyroidism, and PCOS — addressing the root nutritional drivers of hormonal imbalance to restore harmony from within.

PCOS Thyroid Hormones
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Diabetes Care

Expert nutritional management for Pre-Diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes (T1DM), and Type 2 Diabetes (T2DM) — with a focus on stable blood sugar, reducing medication dependence, and long-term health.

Pre-Diabetes T1DM T2DM Blood Sugar
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Bone & Joint Health

Targeted nutritional interventions for bone density, cartilage integrity, and joint health — addressing Calcium and Vitamin D deficiencies and their downstream effects on mobility and pain.

Osteoporosis Calcium Vitamin D Joints
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Clinical Disease Management

Customised nutrition protocols for Kidney Health (CKD), Cardiovascular Disease (CVDs), High Blood Pressure (Hypertension), and Uric Acid management — evidence-based, medically coordinated.

Kidney Heart Hypertension Uric Acid
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Maternal Nutrition & Anaemia

Comprehensive nutritional support throughout Pregnancy and Lactation, plus iron-optimisation strategies to treat and prevent nutritional anaemia — guided by current clinical research including my own published work on prebiotics and iron bioavailability.

Pregnancy Lactation Anaemia Iron
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Supplements & Food Additives

Professional guidance on the strategic use of supplements and food additives — covering bioavailability, drug-nutrient interactions, and personalised protocols for athletes, the elderly, and expectant mothers. Based on peer-reviewed published research.

Supplements Athletes Elderly Bioavailability
Philosophy

My Approach to Your Wellness

 
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Evidence-Based Practice

Every recommendation I make is grounded in the highest-quality current research. I stay at the forefront of nutrition science so you receive the most accurate, up-to-date guidance available.

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Biological Individuality

No two people have the same nutritional needs. My diet plans are built around your unique biology, health history, lifestyle, and goals — not generic templates.

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Sustainable Transformation

I aim for permanent, positive change — not temporary results. My plans are scientifically rigorous and practically achievable, designed for real life in Pakistan.

Peer-Reviewed Research

Published Scientific Work

 

My clinical recommendations are informed by active research. The following peer-reviewed publications represent my contributions to nutritional science — each directly relevant to the conditions I treat in practice.

01
Food Reviews International · Taylor & Francis · 2025
Therapeutic Potential of Fox Nut (Euryale ferox) in Osteoarthritis Management: A Nutraceutical Approach
Farooqi R, Maryam H, Jaffar HM, Malik T · University of Lahore & Jimma University

This review examines the nutraceutical properties of phool makhana (Euryale ferox) and its therapeutic potential in osteoarthritis — a degenerative joint disorder marked by cartilage degradation and inflammation. The paper highlights how natural plant-based compounds, particularly antioxidant and anti-inflammatory phytochemicals, offer safer alternatives to conventional NSAID and corticosteroid treatments for chronic joint conditions. Published in Food Reviews International, a Taylor & Francis journal (DOI: 10.1080/87559129.2025.2541850).

View Publication → Taylor & Francis
02
Nutritional Foundations of Holistic Health · Unique Scientific Publishers · 2025
Power of Supplements and Food Additives: How to Maximise Nutrition
Yaseen A, Kainat S, Farooqi R, Sheikh SI, et al. · University of Lahore

This chapter explores the strategic role of food additives and dietary supplements in optimising nutritional intake across diverse population groups. It emphasises bioavailability — the body's capacity to absorb and use nutrients effectively — alongside the critical importance of professional guidance to avoid drug-nutrient interactions. Special focus is given to athletes, the elderly, and expectant mothers, each of whom have distinct and elevated nutritional requirements. Published in Nutritional Foundations of Holistic Health: From Supplements to Feed Strategies, Chapter 25, pp. 112–119 (DOI: 10.47278/book.HH/2025.438).

View Full Chapter → Unique Scientific Publishers
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Prebiotics and Probiotics · Unique Scientific Publishers · Page 313
Unmasking the Relationship of Prebiotics and Iron Bioavailability in the Management of Anaemia
Yaseen A, Farooqi R, Malik W, Khaliq US, Rafique H, et al.

Featured in a specialist volume on gut microbiology, this research investigates the "gut-blood axis" — the relationship between specific dietary prebiotics, gut microbiota, and iron absorption efficiency. It demonstrates how targeted prebiotic intake can modulate the gut environment to significantly enhance iron bioavailability, offering a clinically meaningful nutritional solution for managing nutritional anaemia. This work is particularly relevant to the management of iron-deficiency anaemia in women, pregnant patients, and children. Published in Prebiotics and Probiotics, pp. 313–321.

View Full Chapter → Unique Scientific Publishers
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Ready to Transform Your Health?

 

Whether you are looking for an online clinical consultation or a path to permanent lifestyle change, I am here to guide you with evidence-based, personalised nutrition care.

Online consultations available across Pakistan · In-person clinic sessions in Lahore

Medical Disclaimer: The information provided on this page is for educational purposes and describes the professional services of Dn. Rafiya Farooqi. Nutritional consultations complement, but do not replace, medical treatment from a qualified physician. Always consult your doctor before making significant changes to your diet, particularly if you are managing a chronic condition or taking medication.
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