Our Founder
Dr. Sushma Appaiah
Nutrition Counselor
CEO and Founder Giggles of Livez (Golz)
Consultancy at:
Balanced food or a balanced diet is the soul of good health. Most of the time the word diet makes people understand that “they should not eat” but the fact is diet solution at Golz ensures balanced food/ diet customized especially for you. Once your diet and nutrition is ensured, you achieve good health, naturally.
We believe in Mutually empowering good health happiness & nutrition naturally (MEGHHNN).
Founder’s Note
A Passion for Empowering Health Through Nutrition
Giggles of Livez (Golz) was founded in 2015 out of a simple yet powerful desire: to bring scientifically driven research and knowledge to people through tailor-made diet plans for both prevention and management of health. Starting in Roopanagar, Mysore, with a mission to bridge the gap between scientific insights and everyday health management, Golz expanded in 2018 with a second branch at Kshema Healthcare in Bogadi. Today, we are proud to serve a growing community, helping individuals achieve better health through evidence-based scientifically designed nutrition.
At Golz, we believe that the right food choices are the foundation for a healthy, fulfilling life. Our passion lies in helping individuals prevent and manage various health concerns through personalized dietary solutions, whether you’re looking to optimize your blood sugar with diabetes, restore hormonal balance for thyroid issues, or achieve sustainable weight management or any other health issues, we’re here to guide you!
But Golz goes beyond the ordinary.
We offer specialized expertise in managing dietary needs for individuals with Autism, Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy. We understand that each person’s journey is unique, and we customise diet plans to meet your specific needs and goals, as per age and gender.
We believe in the power of knowledge to transform lives.
At Golz, we're not just about creating diet plans - we're about empowering you to take charge of your health and well-being. Join us on journey towards a healthier, happier you!
Warmly,
Dr. Sushma Appaiah
Founder & CEO, Golz
As Nutrition Counsellor
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Founder and CEO Giggles of Livez - Golz, a scientific company dedicated to providing scientific knowledge and research to the common man as diet solution. The Golz empowers and educates the population to help them manage lifestyle disorders, maintain good health and bridge the gap between industry and Educational Institutions.
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As a qualified Food Scientist and Nutritionist, counselling and guiding Individuals, Corporate, Executives and their employees regularly.
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Providing Personalised Diet and Nutrition solutions @ Golz-- for Special children nutrition ADHD, Autism, diabetes, GDM, thyroid issues, weight management, PCOD problems, pregnant & Lactation nutrition, Nutrigenomics etc..... 17+yrs of expertise in personalized nutrition counselling. Reversing diabetes, PCOD, Nutrition for stress and mental wellbeing. PRESENTLY 2 CENTRE, GLOBAL CLIENTELE -- 12+ COUNTRIES.
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Customizing and fulfilling Nutrition requirements as per their specific needs. Our USP is customized diet solutions
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Customizing nutrition and diet for children with special needs based on BMI, energy intake, and prevailing health conditions through one-to-one counseling at Golz, Mysore. We offer workshops on nutrition and health for educational Institutions and corporates.
AWARDS
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Women Achiever entrepreneur from Academia for contribution towards public health & wellness by CSIR-IITR, King George Medical University at WARM-TH/2024, Lucknow on International Women’s Day 8 th March/2024.
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Changemaker Award Feb/2022 by Aryan Institutes, Karnataka for nutrition service to 800+ Covid patients & Covid warriors
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Awarded women achiever entrepreneur impacting Global health at Annual India International science festival (IISF2020) by Ministry of Science & technology, Health and family welfare GOI, India, Dec/ 2020.
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Most Innovative Nutrition counsellor of the year 2019-20 by Merit Awards and Market research, New Delhi Feb/2020.
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Special Recognition for Innovative food formulations for special children by IKMC, India, 2019.
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DST Women Scientist Awardee from Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, New Delhi.
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Won awards for best research presentations in various National and International conferences.
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On International Women’s Day, Dr Sushma Appaiah was invited as a women's Achiever & got recognised for her contribution towards health & wellness organised jointly by CSIR-IITR & CSIR – Central Drug Institute & King George Medical University, Lucknow at WARM-TH 2024 6th – 8th March /24(Women in Academia, Research & Management of Toxicology & Health Wellness)
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Delivered a talk on “Nutraceuticals & Hormonal health” during this event
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Awarded Women Achiever Enterpreneur impacting Global Health at Annual India International Science Festival (IISF 2020) by Ministry of Science & Technology, Health & Family Welfare GOI, India, CSIR-CFTRI Mysore 3rd Dec/2020
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Awarded as "Changemakers" for contribution to Covid-patients by Aryan Shiksha
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Won Most Innovative Counsellor Award
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Special Recognition for “Innovative Food Formulation For Special Children Requirements” by IKP, Knowledge park, Hyderabad @ IKMC Oct (28-29)2018, Startup Exhibition under the Agri, food & nutrition category at Hyderabad.
Academic Contributions & Public Health Awareness
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Member Board of studies as the external expert (June 2024- 27), Food Science & Nutrition & Food Technology at Yenepoya institute of Arts, Science, Commerence & Management (YIASCM), Mangaluru, Karnataka.
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Member special interest group on Vision public health nutrition (SIG-PHN)pan India, Indian Dietetics Association (IDA).
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All India coordinator and developed B.Sc Food Technology, UGC approved online program presently on SWAYAM portal, New Delhi.
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Developed UGC approved nutrition curriculum for B.Voc Healthcare technology and Community healthcare Program, St Philomena’s UOM, Mysore
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Member Board of Studies & Recognised Examiner Food Science & Nutrition, Food safety & Food laws, clinical nutrition & dietetics.(Mangalore Univ)
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Convener—Indian Dietetics Association-Mysore chapter (since 2019 till date)
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Invited speaker for more than 40-45 national and International conferences. Delivered more than 250+ invited talks on prevention and management of disease as nutrition counsellor/Invited speaker at academic/public forums. More than 15 peer reviewed scientific papers in Indian and International Journals. Published 75 popular articles in newspapers and magazines. Guided 21 students for M Sc Dissertation and 3 students for M. Phil
Research Contribution
DST National Women Scientist Awardee for All India National Project entitled “Bioprospecting of lesser-known plants for polysaccharide in Western ghats” from Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, New Delhi.
Post Doctoral National Project entitled “Interaction studies between fermented Indian Dairy Products and lesser known indigenous polysaccharide with a view to its potential commercial use” by Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Government of India, New Delhi.
Studies on diet about present usage and its role in coronary heart disease and hypertension, project assistant, Haryana Agricultural University (HAU), Hissar, Haryana, India.
Students Guided for Postgraduate/M.Phil Research
M Sc Dissertations
M Phil
Training the Trainers
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All India coordinator for B.SC, Food Technology (E module) EMMRC, UGC approved undergraduate program under Ministry of Human Resource Development. New Delhi Board of Studies member for B-Voc Healthcare Technology and Community Healthcare Program, St Philomena’s College (Autonomous), University of Mysore, Mysore.
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Examiner and developer of CBSE Nutrition syllabus, DMS school, Mysore for 10th and PU students, Mysore.
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Recognised Examiner for postgraduate courses on Food Science and Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics, Food safety and standards.
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Invited resource person for workshops on Nutrition labeling, food safety and food laws for Teachers and Post Graduate students.
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Recognised Examiner for postgraduate courses on Food Science and Nutrition, Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics, Food safety and standards.
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Invited Resource person to conduct day workshop for parents and professionals of specially abled children at various institutions:
- All India Institute Of Speech and Hearing (AIISH) Mysore, JSS Institute of Speech and Hearing, Mysuru.
- SWASTHA Center for Special education & rehabilitation, Suntikoppa, Karnataka.
- Hearing, Speech & Implant Clinic (HTIC), Mysuru.
- Putta Hejje. Asha Kiran Hospital, Mysuru.
- Devdan Foundation , School For Special Children, Mysuru.
List of Special Institution Supported by Golz
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All India Institute of Speech and Hearing, Manasagangothri, Mysuru
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Swastha Centre for Special Education & Rehabilitation, Suntikoppa, Coorg
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Devdan Foundation, Mandi Mohalla, Mysuru
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Hearing Speech and Implant Clinic, Yadavgiri, Mysuru
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JSS Institute of Speech and Hearing, MG Road, Mysuru
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JSS Institute of Speech and Hearing & Audiology, MG Road, Mysuru
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Asha Kiran Hospital, Hebbal, Mysuru
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Sky Speech and Hearing Care, Vagdevi Nagara, Mysuru
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JSS Institute of Speech & Hearing, Dharwad Regional Science Center, Dharwad.
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Online Support program for Employees and parents of children with Neuro-Developmental Disorder, Pan India, Merck Life Science Pvt Ltd, Bengaluru towards customised nutrition programs and diet solutions.
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All India coordinator for B.SC, Food Technology (E module) EMMRC, UGC approved undergraduate program under Ministry of Human Resource Development. New Delhi Board of Studies member for B-Voc Healthcare Technology and Community Healthcare Program, St Philomena’s College (Autonomous), University of Mysore, Mysore.
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Examiner and developer of CBSE Nutrition syllabus, DMS school, Mysore for 10th and PU students, Mysore.
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Invited faculty at Post graduate department, Food and Nutrition for the special paper on Food Safety and Food laws.
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Recognised Examiner for postgraduate courses on Food Science and Nutrition, Food safety and standards.
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Invited speaker on nutrition and mental health at 6th International Conference on Nutritional and Environmental Medicine (NEMCOM), May 2016, Kochi, Kerala, India.
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Invited Resource person to conduct day workshop for parents and professionals of specially abled children at All India Institute of Speech and Hearing (AIISH) Mysore (Annual ongoing program till date)
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Invited speaker on National Science Day –Science and technology for the specially-abled person at Vignyan Bhavan., University Of Mysore, Manasagangotri, Mysore Feb 28th, 2017.
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Invited speaker for International Women’s Day at Bioclinica, Mysore for women employees on 10th March, 2017 and 8th March, 2018
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Invited Speaker at NCED International conference on sustainable practices for inclusion of children at Lucknow,21-23 Feb/2018 by the national convention of the educators of deaf, India.
Nutritional Counselling and Ongoing Projects/Contracts by Giggles of Livez (Golz)
Educational Qualification
PhD (Food Science & Technology) Central Food Technological Research Institute (CFTRI), Mysore, Karnataka, India
M. Sc. (Food & Nutrition) Second rank, University of Mysore, Mysore, Karnataka, India.
B.Sc (Integrated Home Science) with Merit scholarship throughout graduation, Choudhary Charan Singh (CCS)
Schooling at Public school & campus school, CCS University, Hisar, Haryana.
Professional Affiliation
Convenor:
Indian Dietetic Association(IDA) – Mysore Chapter (2019-till date)
Past Joint Secretary:
Indian Dietetic Association(IDA) – Mysore Chapter (2015-2018)