Diet has always been a debatable topic when it comes to losing weight healthily. For no reason, diet has been held accountable for unintended weight gain, though the fault lies in human behaviour and indulgence for food.
Meet Jithin V Suresh, whose weight loss mission relied on a good South Indian diet. Jithin need not have to ditch his regular meal and adopt a new meal pattern, but instead made slight changes in his regular meal to achieve weight loss.
What is remarkable is that Jithin lost 35 kilos, went from 105 kilos to 70 kilos in just 7 months.
What was his diet?
Jithin has shared his weight loss diet on Instagram. The diet mostly comprises home made south Indian food with addition of extra protein. Here is the diet chart:
Morning Routine (6:30 AM)
Drink: 1 glass warm water with lemon.
Optional: Black coffee or green tea (no sugar).
Breakfast (8:00 AM)
Option 1:
2 boiled eggs (12g protein).
2 small idlis with sambar (4-5g protein).
Option 2:
1 cup sprouted moong dal salad (15g protein).
1 dosa with chutney (5g protein).
Mid-Morning Snack (11:00 AM)
1 cup buttermilk (3-4g protein).
1 handful roasted peanuts (7g protein).
Lunch (1:00 PM)
Option 1:
1 cup cooked brown rice or millet.
1 cup dal or sambar (10g protein).
1 cup stir-fried vegetables with coconut.
100g grilled chicken or fish (25g protein).
Option 2 (Vegetarian):
Replace chicken/fish with 100g paneer or tofu (20-25g protein).
Evening Snack (4:00 PM)
1 cup masala chai without sugar or green tea.
2 boiled egg whites or a handful of roasted chickpeas (8g protein).
Dinner (7:00 PM)
Option 1:
1 cup millet dosa or wheat dosa.
1 cup spinach or drumstick soup (5g protein).
100g grilled fish or chicken (25g protein).
Option 2 (Vegetarian):
2 multigrain rotis with 1 cup dal or rajma curry (12-15g protein).
Post-Dinner (9:00 PM)
1 glass warm turmeric milk with 1 tsp protein powder (8g protein).
Things to rememberFollowing another individual’s weight loss diet plan is not advisable, as each person’s nutritional needs, metabolism, and health conditions are unique. A diet that works for one person may not suit another due to differences in age, activity levels, medical history, or food preferences. Blindly adopting someone else’s plan can lead to nutrient deficiencies, energy imbalances, or even health complications. Instead, it’s important to consult a qualified nutritionist or dietitian who can design a personalized plan tailored to your goals and requirements. Sustainable weight loss comes from a balanced diet and lifestyle changes that align with your specific needs.
