
Dr Bimal Chhajer's magic diet that helps reduce cholesterol and 7 kgs in just a month
Stress-related weight fluctuations or healthier eating. Some appendix cancers can affect metabolism or nutrient absorption, leading to gradual, unintentional weight loss. This may occur even when diet and activity levels remain the same.
In a world full of fad diets and unrealistic weight loss promises, one name stands out with a calm and scientific approach, Dr Bimal Chhajer who is a preventive cardiology expert. In a recent podcast with Gaurav Thakur, he spoke about something he calls the 'Jadoo Diet,' a simple, plant-based eating routine that's claimed to help shed up to 7 kilograms in just a month while bringing down cholesterol levels significantly.
What makes this diet different? It's not about starving or skipping meals. Instead, it's about smart combinations, fibre-rich foods, and letting nature do the healing.
Here's all we need to know about what this magic diet includes, what's really true about it, and how these simple kitchen staples can actually help in detox, weight loss and
cholesterol reduction
.
Black tea with lemon and honey
Starts the metabolism, burns fat, and flushes toxins. This isn't an unusual idea, but the combination matters. Black tea, without milk, is rich in flavonoids, which have antioxidant properties. A few drops of lemon juice increase vitamin C, which boosts digestion.
Honey, in limited quantity, offers natural sugar and also has anti-inflammatory compounds.
This trio, taken on an empty stomach, doesn't just wake up the digestive system — it also helps avoid the sluggishness caused by heavy breakfasts. When combined, these ingredients may slightly increase fat oxidation, leading to better fat breakdown. But what really works here is eliminating dairy and processed sugar first thing in the morning — a small shift with long-term impact.
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Fruity breakfast
Fills the stomach and lowers LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol). Pomegranate isn't just a sweet fruit. It's loaded with polyphenols, punicalagins, and fibre, all of which are linked to improved heart health.
Studies
suggest that regular intake can actually help reduce LDL cholesterol and prevent arterial stiffness.
More importantly, limiting breakfast to one simple fruit bowl reduces the body's glycemic load in the morning and keeps insulin spikes under control.
This keeps the body in a mild fat-burning state, perfect for those aiming to lose fat steadily.
A bowl of dal with raw veggies
Keeps one full, provides protein, and improves digestion. The idea is simple but powerful. Dal, especially moong or masoor, gives a decent amount of plant protein, essential for muscle maintenance during weight loss. But what turns this into a 'magic meal' is the addition of raw vegetables like cucumber, beetroot, and carrot.
These veggies not only add crunch but are also rich in fibre, nitrates, and antioxidants. Fibre slows down sugar absorption, which balances blood sugar. Nitrates in beetroot, in particular, enhance blood flow and may help lower blood pressure.
This lunch is low in oil, free from white rice or roti, and highly filling, making it easy to avoid post-lunch cravings.
Ragi soup and salad
Light on the stomach and detoxifies overnight.
Ragi
(finger millet) is a low-GI grain that keeps the stomach full without causing sugar spikes.
When cooked into a soup with vegetables, pepper, and a pinch of salt, it turns into a nutrient-rich, comforting dinner that helps the body repair overnight.
What makes this dinner so effective is what it doesn't contain, no refined flour, no oil, and no dairy. That automatically reduces calorie overload. Plus, the pepper helps in digestion and thermogenesis, gently raising the body's metabolism.
The salad on the side, usually made with cucumbers or lettuce, ensures hydration and roughage, which assist in night-time detox and keep the gut moving.
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Why this diet works
At first, the Jadoo Diet may sound too simple to be 'magic'. But that simplicity is the reason it works. Here's what makes it click:
Plant-based and fibre-rich: Keeps the digestive system clean, improves gut bacteria, and boosts immunity.
No dairy or oil: Great for reducing cholesterol and inflammation.
Low-calorie but nutrient-dense: Helps the body enter a calorie deficit without feeling starved.
One-month reset: Acts as a detox phase, allowing the body to break fat and lower lipid levels naturally.
The diet works best with 30 minutes of walking every day. No need for high-intensity workouts. The focus is on cleansing the body from inside, not just cutting calories from the outside.
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