Ayah Bint Luay
آية بنت لؤي
I didn't grow up understanding nutrition.
Like many women, I was surrounded by advice that didn't make sense. One person said cut carbs. Another said avoid certain foods completely. Everything felt extreme, and somehow, I still didn't feel in control of my health.
When I was diagnosed with PCOS, that confusion became real.
I remember feeling overwhelmed, unsure of what to trust, and honestly… a little frustrated that something as basic as food felt so complicated.
That's what led me to study nutrition.
Not just to learn what to eat, but to understand why.
In May 2026, I will complete my Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food – Dietetics, along with a minor in Biological Sciences.
During my time at university, I developed a strong foundation in evidence-based nutrition and had the opportunity to gain research experience through my coursework. That experience is where I truly fell in love with scientific research and understanding how nutrition works at a deeper level.
I also have experience with the California Department of Public Health in the WIC division, where I contributed to nutrition education and public health efforts aimed at supporting low-income women, infants, and children.
After completing my bachelor's degree, I plan to pursue a Master's in Human Nutrition to continue deepening my knowledge and expand my ability to serve women through both research and practice.
But what matters more than that is this:
I no longer feel confused around food.
I don't rely on trends.
I don't second-guess every decision.
I understand what I'm doing, and that changed everything.
Nutrition was never meant to feel this complicated.
I don't believe in:
And I definitely don't believe that you need to become obsessed with food to be healthy.
I believe in understanding.
Because when you understand:
And you start making decisions with clarity and confidence.
Beyond this, our healthcare system is often separate from our deen. Finding evidence-based health information that stays away from the haram, acknowledges tawheed, encourages us to purify our intentions for the sake of Allah — that disconnect is something I couldn't ignore.
Because taking care of our health was never meant to exist outside of our faith. It is part of it.
I created Nutrition With Ayah because I saw how many Muslim women were struggling in silence with the same confusion I once had.
Women who want to take care of their bodies, but don't want to fall into extremes.
Women who care about their health, but also want balance.
Women who want something that aligns with both their dunya and their deen.
This is for you.
Taking care of your body isn't just about health.
It's part of your amanah.
The way you nourish yourself impacts your energy, your family, your future, and even the generations that come after you.
This isn't about perfection.
It's about responsibility, intention, and consistency.
If you've been feeling confused, overwhelmed, or stuck…
I understand.
You don't need more noise.
You don't need more rules.
You need clarity.
And that's exactly what I'm here to give you.