Best Nutritionists in Mumbai

Nutritionists in Mumbai at a glance

Quick facts about Mumbai and its healthcare system. Hospital, bed and doctor figures are estimates scaled from state and national data, because no public source counts them city by city.

With around 22.1 million (221 lakh) people (2025 estimate, from the UN's 2024 World Population Prospects urban-area estimate), Mumbai is number 2 among the 100 largest cities in this directory and sits in the Metro (5M+) size band. At the assumed growth of 1.9% a year, it would reach about 24.3 million by 2030, so demand for nutritionists and every other speciality is likely to keep rising.

Scaling Maharashtra's 1.83 beds per 1,000 people (the India-wide figure is about 1.39) to the city's population gives roughly 40,000 hospital beds in Mumbai, including about 2,000 ICU beds, spread across an estimated 560 hospitals (about 120 public and 430 private). That is about 546 residents for every bed and around 72 beds per hospital on average. Measured against the WHO's often-quoted benchmark of 3 beds per 1,000 people, the city would need roughly 26,000 more beds, which is one reason private clinics and hospitals carry so much of the load.

The same national ratio of one practising doctor per 811 people suggests about 27,000 practising doctors across all systems of medicine in Mumbai, supported by around 49,000 nurses and midwives. Nutritionists and dietitians are not counted in medical registers, and "nutritionist" is not a protected title in India, so qualifications matter more than the label. Specialist head-counts are not published city by city, so these figures show scale, not how many nutritionists practise in Mumbai.

On health outcomes, Maharashtra's infant mortality rate is 13 per 1,000 live births (2024), well below the national figure of 24, and modelled life expectancy is about 74.5 years against roughly 72 for India; these are state-wide measures, not city measurements. About 78% of hospital beds in Maharashtra are private, so most people weigh private nutritionists against government outpatient departments. This page lists 1 nutritionist for Mumbai, and 18 other cities in Maharashtra have their own nutritionist page below.

General information compiled from public sources (MoHFW, SRS 2024, CDDEP / One Health Trust, UN WPP 2024, Census 2011); estimates, not official counts, and not medical advice. Listings marked "Online Verified" come from public online sources: please confirm details with the provider.

What nutritionists in Mumbai treat

People in Mumbai usually consult a nutritionist for the conditions below. Services differ between clinics and hospitals, so confirm what is available.

Also searched as: dietitian, dietician, diet consultant, weight loss diet, clinical nutritionist.

When to see a nutritionist in Mumbai

• You have diabetes, PCOS, thyroid or cholesterol problems
• You are pregnant or planning a pregnancy
• A child is a very fussy eater or is under- or overweight
• You are training for an event
• You have digestive problems or food intolerances

How to choose a nutritionist in Mumbai

1. Check the qualification: MSc in Food & Nutrition or Dietetics, a PG diploma in dietetics, or a Registered Dietitian (RD) credential.
2. Verify registration with there is no statutory register for "nutritionist" in India; the Indian Dietetic Association offers the RD credential, so ask to see qualification certificates.
3. Ask what the consultation includes and whether tests, follow-ups and procedures are charged separately.
4. Look for clear, itemised communication about costs; avoid anyone who guarantees a cure.
5. Check practical details: location, clinic hours, appointment system, and whether emergency back-up exists if something goes wrong.

Healthcare in Mumbai: the bigger picture

Using state-level data scaled to its population, Mumbai is estimated to have about 40,000 hospital beds across roughly 560 hospitals, including around 2,000 ICU beds. Maharashtra state averages about 1.8 hospital beds per 1,000 people, above the India-wide figure of roughly 1.4. About 78% of beds in Maharashtra are in the private sector, so many patients choose between private clinics and government hospitals depending on cost and the kind of care needed.

Major hospitals and teaching institutions often associated with Mumbai include Tata Memorial, KEM, LTMG Sion, Sir JJ Group and BYL Nair. Availability of Nutritionist services varies by department and by day, so check outpatient timings directly before visiting. (This list is general knowledge, not a complete or verified directory, and includes both public and private institutions.)

For context on health outcomes in Maharashtra: the state infant mortality rate is 13 per 1,000 live births (2024), lower than the national figure of 24, and modelled life expectancy is about 74.5 years, above the national estimate of 72. These are state-wide figures, not city measurements.

In India "nutritionist" is not a legally protected title and there is no statutory register, so qualifications matter more than the label. The Indian Dietetic Association offers the Registered Dietitian (RD) credential; ask to see degree certificates before paying for a long plan.

Data note: Overlaps the Mumbai / Pune / NCR agglomeration; treat the estimate as a rough guide.

Before you visit: what to carry

• Keep a three-day food diary
• List any supplements and medicines
• Note allergies and foods you avoid