15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
25-year-old shares how she achieved a jaw-dropping 48 kg loss, without starving
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Inspiring the Masses with Honesty and Heart
What She Ate To Lose Weight
Personal stories of transformation often light the path for others seeking a healthier and happier version of themselves. Muskan's recent weight loss journey is one such incredible story that's now inspiring thousands. In a heartfelt Instagram video, she detailed her progress from obesity to fitness, revealing that she managed to lose an astonishing 48 kilograms—a feat that didn't come easily but was earned through sheer willpower and up about the emotional hurdles she faced, Muskan confessed that the journey wasn't just physical—it was deeply personal. 'I let go of unnecessary opinions,' she said, 'and suddenly I felt 48 kilos lighter.' Humor aside, she admitted that the first half of her transformation was the toughest. Even after dropping 20 kilos, no one seemed to notice. The turning point came when her friend Samiya Makrani was the first to observe a visible difference, telling her, 'You seem so different lately.' Muskan simply smiled and responded, 'Yes, I guess I am.' That moment of recognition gave her a renewed sense of someone who genuinely loved food, the shift to mindful eating was far from easy. Muskan admitted that giving up her favorite snacks and adjusting lifelong habits was a major challenge. In her caption, she wrote, 'Letting go of what you love isn't simple. Changing your behavior takes strength. But self-love means realizing that sometimes, what brings you comfort is also what's harming you.' Her insight was powerful: true transformation begins with self-awareness—before it's too video begins with clips of Muskan at her heaviest, a vivid reminder of where she started. What follows is a beautifully edited montage of her progress—each frame revealing not just a physical shift, but an emotional rebirth. Her secret? She bought a dress two sizes too small and hung it in her room. That one piece of clothing became a daily reminder of her goals and a source of quiet transformation video quickly went viral, striking a chord with people across social media. Comments poured in, applauding her sincerity and the practical nature of her journey. 'What a fantastic achievement!' one user wrote. 'So proud of your progress,' said another. Dozens echoed the sentiment: 'You're truly motivating.'In another video, Muskan shared what she ate on a day-to-day basis to stay (7 AM - 8 AM):• Warm lemon water or jeera water — to kickstart metabolism• 1 boiled egg and 5 soaked almonds (for protein and healthy fats)Breakfast (9 AM - 10 AM):• Oats chilla or vegetable upma — high fiber, keeps you full• Green tea or black coffee — for a gentle energy boostMid-Morning Snack (12 PM):• 1 fruit (apple or guava) natural sugar + fiber• Handful of makhana a low-calorie and crunchy snackLunch (2 PM - 3 PM):• 1 cup quinoa or brown rice• Grilled paneer/chicken or dal for protein• Loads of salad (cucumber, carrots, tomatoes)Evening Snack (5 PM):• Protein shake• OR roasted chana or sprouts• Herbal teaDinner (7 PM - 8 PM):• Grilled fish/paneer with sautéed veggies• Or clear soup (chicken/veg)• No carbs at night — this worked best for meNight Craving Fix (10 PM):• 1 piece of dark chocolate (70%)• Jeera water or ajwain water before bed — to aid digestionShe added that she never skipped a meal but ensured she did not overeat. "I didn't starve but ate mindfully. No sugar, no junk — hardest at first, but a game-changer. Meal timings were fixed — consistency beats crash diets," she wrote.
