2026 Body Transformation Masterclass: Lose Weight & Beat Bloating

This year begins with a RESET — one rooted in nourishment, clarity, and simplicity. As the year turns, this episode focuses on building health that actually lasts. I sat down with Pooja Makhija — nutritionist, educator, and bestselling author — for a grounded, no-noise conversation on food, lifestyle, and long-term health. This isn’t about cutting carbs, chasing trends, or following extreme diets. It’s about returning to the basics and rebuilding a calm, sustainable relationship with food. Conversation Highlights • Why food is neither your enemy nor your reward • The real reason diets fail in the long term • How your grandparents unknowingly followed powerful nutrition principles • The truth about carbs, bread, and weight loss • Why flexibility is the secret to sustainable health • How your first meal shapes your entire day Who This Episode Is For • Anyone confused by nutrition advice online • People tired of dieting, restriction, and food fear • Those who want to lose weight without losing health • High achievers seeking energy, clarity, and longevity • Anyone ready to reset their relationship with food for good Start 2026 by simplifying how you eat, how you think, and how you care for your body. Because health isn’t about control — it’s about consistency. Timestamps: 00:00 - Precap 01:06 - Introduction 2:18 - How to change lifestyle? 3:16 - Purpose of Pooja's life 6:26 - Food being villainized 10:32 - Grandparents and their ways 11:10 - Chronobiology 14:45 - Indian Thali is the best 18:52 - Bread 19:06 - Sourdough bread v/s White bread 21:40 - Best grains 31:25 - Second meal effect 33:08 - Can you loose weight being on carbs? 37:53 - Being sedentary is a disease 42:42 - How much protein to eat? 47:15 - Eating and moods 50:54 - Why rice makes you feel sleepy? 53:08 - Measuring food 57:57 - Myth bursting about bread 59:30 - Protein as a source of protein 1:00:39 - Favorite source of proteins 1:02:54 - Intermittent fasting 1:08:50 - Sugar is evil 1:13:10 - How to curb sugar cravings? 1:14:45 - Rewiring our beliefs 1:17:29 - One message for the people Social Media: My Instagram:   / masoomminawala   My LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/masoommin... About Me: A global influencer and entrepreneur, who aims at bringing Indian fashion on a global platform and popularity. I work with my team around the clock to curate content on fashion, lifestyle, women empowerment, and inspiring personal stories. Using my platform of 1 million followers now, I also work towards popularizing and supporting Indian designers, globally. As a supporter and believer in women and their entrepreneurial skills, I have now founded Empowher too. The initiative helps inspire guide, and uplift women who want to grow or kick-start their journey in the competitive world of business #MasoomMinawala #Shorts