Suman Pahuja weight loss: How the dietician lost weight without giving up pav bhaji and chole bhature

Dietician and YouTuber Suman Pahuja transformed her health by losing weight over the course of a year without completely giving up her favourite foods. According to The Times of India (TOI), Pahuja reached a peak weight of 99 kg before deciding to focus on her fitness during a difficult phase in her personal life. She says her weight-loss journey was driven by determination, consistency and healthier food choices rather than extreme dieting.

Pahuja revealed that she began prioritising her health during her divorce proceedings. She shared that years of criticism from her father and former husband about her weight motivated her to take charge of her life. Instead of following crash diets, she focused on building sustainable eating habits and a regular workout routine.

One of the biggest takeaways from her transformation is that she did not completely eliminate foods she enjoyed. Pahuja said she still indulges in dishes like pav bhaji and chole bhature, but prepares them at home, allowing her to enjoy them while maintaining better control over ingredients and portion sizes.


Her daily diet, as shared with TOI, begins with two multigrain parathas, a bowl of vegetables and sugar-free tea for breakfast. Lunch typically consists of a glass of cold coffee paired with fruits or bottle gourd salad, while dinner includes two egg whites with broccoli or sautéed capsicum prepared without salt. She also recommends chia seed pudding as a filling, nutritious, low-calorie option.

Exercise also played a role in her transformation. Pahuja said she works out three days a week, focusing mainly on cardio exercises such as running and jumping. Along with exercise, she believes eating meals on time and managing stress are equally important for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Pahuja also adopted several lifestyle changes that she credits for her success. She makes it a point to eat breakfast within an hour of waking up, avoids carbohydrates after 5 p.m., drinks detox water twice a week and prefers homemade meals even on cheat days.

Reflecting on her journey, Pahuja said staying healthy is now her biggest motivation. She credits the encouragement she receives from her clients and the confidence she has gained through her transformation for helping her stay focused. Looking ahead, she hopes to continue living as a fit, healthy and happy woman.

Pahuja told TOI that her weight-loss experience taught her the importance of prioritising health and self-care. She believes women should be empowered with knowledge about fitness and nutrition so they can make informed choices for their well-being.