‘110 kgs at 34’: Delhi gastroenterologist, now 74 kilos, opens up about drastic weight loss

A Delhi-based gastroenterologist, Dr Shubham Vatsya, has undergone a remarkable weight loss journey, shedding 36 kilos over three years to reach 74 kilos from his initial 110 kg at the age of 34. The transformation was not just physical but also a profound internal change, as he began living by the same health advice he provides to others.

Dr Vatsya's motivation stemmed from a patient's honest question about how he could advise weight loss when he himself struggled with weight. This led him to reassess his life, starting with small, consistent changes. He emphasized that the journey was slow, gradual, and focused on making habits that could be maintained long-term, rather than adopting restrictive diets.

Experts agree that gradual weight loss is generally more practical for long-term maintenance, and even a modest reduction in body weight can improve metabolic risk factors such as blood sugar, blood pressure, and fatty liver risk. Dr Sundar Krishnan, a senior consultant in internal medicine, highlighted the importance of consistency over perfection and the need to return to the routine after occasional setbacks.

Long-term weight management is about building a sustainable lifestyle, not merely completing a short-term weight loss challenge.