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India Today
19-05-2025
- Health
- India Today
Not Ozempic, not Mounjaro. Karan Johar's weight loss secret is OMAD diet. But…
Not Ozempic, not Mounjaro — it was an OMAD diet that helped Karan Johar with his weight loss transformation. The filmmaker revealed his weight loss secret in an interview earlier this month, and since then, the term "OMAD diet" has been making a lot of buzz on the abbreviation for 'One Meal A Day', the OMAD diet is an extreme form of intermittent fasting where you consume only one meal a day. The idea is to consume the day's calorie intake in one go, within a window of an Johar revealed that the reason behind his weight loss was the discovery that he needed to correct his blood levels. Along with medication, he focused on eating one meal a day. He shared that he has been following a strict OMAD (One Meal a Day) to several lifestyle changes along with this diet, the filmmaker has not only lost a significant amount of weight but also says he is in the pink of health and has never felt this makes you want to embrace the OMAD diet right away, hold on. It might help you lose those extra kilos, but it can also cause several lifelong health OMAD DIET WORKS'The One Meal a Day (OMAD) diet is an extreme form of intermittent fasting. The idea is that the body, after receiving a large meal, enters a prolonged fasting state that potentially boosts metabolism, triggers fat burning, and lowers insulin levels, leading to weight loss,' says Dr Sharad Malhotra, Senior Consultant and Director, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Therapeutic Endoscopy, Aakash it is just one meal, it is designed to be extremely nutritious and a Senior Dietitian at Sir Ganga Ram Hospital in Delhi, explains that an OMAD-diet meal is high in protein, includes healthy fats, provides complex carbohydrates, and is also rich in meat, tofu or legumesAvocado, nuts for healthy fatsQuinoa or brown rice for complex carbsVegetables and fruits for fibreThe portion size is larger than a regular meal typically consumed in a day. Additionally, this OMAD diet meal does not include processed foods. In the OMAD diet, the meal you eat is rich in protein and fibre. It also contains healthy fats and complex carbs. (Photo: Pexel) This one meal is generally recommended to be consumed between 4 pm and 7 pm. Ultimately, it is the doctor, along with the dietitian, who tailors the plan according to a person's routine and for water, it can be consumed throughout the day. Staying hydrated, after all, is important. One can also sip green tea or other herbal teas (without sugar).OMAD DIET AND WEIGHT LOSSBut does this diet actually help lose weight? The answer is yes, but not without some how this diet aids weight loss: 'The body enters a fasted state, leading to fat burning due to prolonged calorie deficit. Insulin levels drop, resulting in ketosis. The body acts as a fat-fuelled system. Portion control is enforced naturally, reducing overall calorie intake,' explains here is the catch – it is unsustainable in the long term. It can lead to muscle loss, metabolic slowdown, and nutrient CAN'T IGNORE THE RISKS'There is a risk of nutrient deficiencies (proteins, vitamins, and trace elements), muscle loss, and a decrease in metabolic rate. Continuous undernourishment can affect overall health and body function,' says Dr Malhotra.'Some people may also experience side effects like fatigue, headaches, or mood changes in the beginning. It may also affect hormones and muscle mass if followed long term without guidance,' adds Nidhi Sahai, Dietitian, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Vaishali, New GO 'OMAD' WITHOUT CONSULTING A DOCTORSince the OMAD diet is extremely restrictive and extreme in nature, it should not be done without consulting a doctor. Health experts may ask you to undergo certain blood tests and help you with a plan with health-related issues like diabetes, kidney diseases, liver function abnormalities, and heart issues should especially avoid this type of drastic diet pattern. Even pregnant or breastfeeding women should strictly avoid much-hyped 'one meal a day' diet is not a sustainable long-term solution. It requires a proper exit plan and continuous supervision by a health expert. In a nutshell, while the OMAD approach may offer rapid weight loss, it is neither balanced nor suitable for long-term Reel advertisement
Hindustan Times
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Woman gets ₹32 lakh compensation after colleague compares her to Darth Vader at workplace
A workplace dispute in the UK took an unexpected turn when a woman was awarded £28,989.61 (approximately ₹ 32 lakh) in compensation after being compared to Darth Vader during a team-building exercise. The comparison, made as part of a themed psychological quiz, was considered 'upsetting' by the employment tribunal in London, according to The Guardian. For those unversed, Darth Vader is a notorious villain in Star Wars, known for being authoritarian, feared, and ruthless. She claimed the comparison made her unpopular among coworkers and contributed to her decision to resign.(Representational Image/Pexel) Lorna Rooke, a former training and practice supervisor at the National Health Service's Blood and Transplant department, became the subject of controversy after she was linked to the iconic Star Wars villain in 2021. The incident began during a team-building activity where staff were asked to take a Star Wars-themed psychological test. The questionnaire aimed to match participants with one of 16 characters from the franchise based on traits like introversion, intuition, and decision-making style. Also read: Man earning ₹ 66 lakh a year says he works only one week a month: 'I'm just watching TV shows' While the quiz described Darth Vader as a 'very focused individual' who could enhance team synergy, the character's legacy in the films — as a planet-destroying Sith Lord known for force-choking subordinates — made the comparison far less flattering in real life. Rooke did not complete the quiz herself as she was on a personal phone call. However, a colleague filled it out on her behalf and publicly declared her to be the workplace equivalent of Darth Vader. 'Darth Vader is a legendary villain of the Star Wars series, and being aligned with his personality is insulting,' said employment judge Kathryn Ramsden during the tribunal. Comparison led to resignation Rooke claimed the comparison made her unpopular among coworkers and contributed to her decision to resign a month later. Though the tribunal did not accept the Darth Vader incident as the main reason behind her resignation, it did rule the comparison a legal 'detriment,' entitling her to compensation. Also read: Navi Mumbai techie offers unusual service: will live in your flat without paying rent This peculiar case joins a list of unusual workplace grievances that have held up in court. In 2022, a French employee fired for being 'too boring' won his case after a court found that his employer's expectation of fun — which included excessive drinking and lewd behavior — infringed on his rights. For Rooke, the unexpected Star Wars reference proved more damaging than amusing, ultimately resulting in a significant financial settlement.
Hindustan Times
08-05-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Man earning ₹66 lakh a year says he works only one week a month: ‘I'm just watching TV shows'
A Reddit user has sparked an online conversation after claiming that he earns $80,000 a year (approximately ₹ 66 lakh) yet only works for about one real week each month, spending the rest of his time watching TV, listening to podcasts, and browsing online. The post did not clarify the user's role or job title. (Pexel) 'I've become so efficient at my job that I only put in about one real week of work every month,' he wrote. 'The rest of the time, I'm just watching TV shows, listening to podcasts, or diving into random rabbit holes online.' The user explained that when he first started, he struggled to keep up due to a lack of formal education in the field. However, with time and effort, he mastered the work, typing at 75 words per minute with near-zero errors, ditching clunky industry software for Excel, and delivering crystal-clear reports. 'No one complains,' he shared. 'In fact, I'm the top performer at my company. I have the best relationships with clients, I meet all my deadlines, and my work is spotless.' Despite this success, he expressed a growing dissatisfaction. 'I used to read a ton too. One year, I read 200 books. I've done deep dives into every topic I care about. And now? I'm just bored,' he confessed. 'I thought doing everything right would feel good. I'm overachieving and underworked, and somehow I feel worse than when I was struggling.' He summed up his situation as something beyond quiet quitting. 'Quiet quitting isn't even the right term. It's more like silent burnout.' Take a look at the post: The post quickly drew reactions, with many expressing both envy and intrigue. 'You are living my dream,' one user commented. Another commenter simply asked, 'What job is that?', while one offered a suggestion, 'You need another remote job.' One user chimed in, 'I make 85k and probably do between 4-8 hours of actual work a week. It is very boring and draining just existing 32-36 hours a week at my office.' One user added, 'Been there and done that. It was amazing. Enjoy it while it lasts. Eventually, you may need to get a different job or the situation may change. It's one of those you really know what you have until it is gone.'
