At 61, most people start to believe their best health years are behind them. But Santosh Makharia, a successful businessman, remembers saying, “At 61 years and 109 kilos, I thought it was too late for me.”

But six months later, Santosh stands 20 kilos lighter, his liver back to normal, blood pressure dropped to 127/73, and his inflammation reduced drastically; all achieved by reducing inflammation in the body naturally, without crash meal plans, restrictions, or giving up the foods he loved.

This is his story.

A Wake-Up Call

Santosh had always lived a busy life; long working hours, business meetings, late nights, and meals that fit into convenience rather than care. He often brushed off his fatigue as ‘normal for my age.’

That changed in January when his blood reports came and  he was diagnosed with Grade 3 fatty liver and advised him to lose at least 15 kilos.

 

At 61 years old and 109 kilos, his body bore the burden of years of fatigue, stiff joints from Ankylosing Spondylitis, Grade 3 fatty liver, high fasting insulin, chronic inflammation, blood pressure 144/90 and deranged blood parameters.

His son encouraged him to join Luke’s Program and he recalls, “I was skeptical if this program would even work for me. I didn’t want restrictions, just something simple I could follow.”

The Beginning: Simplicity Over Restrictions

Under the guidance of Riddhi Chheda, Senior Nutritionist & Lifestyle Expert at Luke’s team, Santosh started small,  no complicated rules, no radical meal plans, no guilt.

The focus was on reducing inflammation in the body naturally and restoring balance through food, movement, and lifestyle.

• Removed dairy and gluten to cut down inflammation
• Introduced a gut and liver healing protocol that was also anti-angiogenic in nature
• Balanced fiber, protein, and moderate carbohydrates for sustained energy
• Reduced fructose load to support liver recovery
• Added daily movement suited to his body type and spine health
• Followed a circadian medicine protocol for sleep and cellular repair

Most importantly, it was designed around his likes, dislikes, and daily routine as a businessman.

He smiles as he recalls, “They never told me to stop eating rice or potatoes, they just taught me how to enjoy them smartly.”

The Turning Point

Within two weeks, Santosh began to feel lighter. His flexibility improved, his joint stiffness eased, and his energy returned.

Even his blood pressure, once hovering around 144/90 dropped to 127/73 within the first month.

“I started believing in the process when I saw results so soon. I realized my body was capable of healing if I just gave it the right environment,” he shares.

And over the next six months, his reports told a story no one could ignore.

The Results That Spoke Volumes

Parameter	Before	After
Weight	109 kg	89 kg
HbA1c (Blood Sugar)	6.1	5.2
SGPT (Liver Enzyme)	79	17.9
Fasting Insulin	39	7
HS-CRP (Inflammation Marker)	5.2	1.9
Uric Acid	6.4	5.2
Blood Pressure	144/90	127/73

His fatty liver recovered far faster than his doctors expected; a testament to how powerful the body’s healing mechanisms can be when given the right support.

He shares proudly, “Even my brother, who’s a doctor, was shocked when he saw my reports. He couldn’t believe how much had changed in just a few months.”

The New Santosh

Today, Santosh walks 17,000–20,000 steps every morning. People in the park ask how I do it. They are stunned by his transformation.

His ankylosing spondylitis pain has eased, his inflammation is under control, and his liver function has normalized.

“I followed the plan only 80–90%, and yet I got such results,” he says.

He feels fitter, lighter, and more confident than ever before.

Our Integrative Expert Reflects: The Power of Belief and Simplicity

“When I first spoke to Santosh, he was unsure how the program would really help him,” shares Riddhi, his assigned integrative nutritionist and lifestyle coach. He didn’t want too many restrictions, he just wanted something simple that could fit into his life as a businessman.

So, they began with the basics; started with simple changes, like removing dairy and gluten. Nothing extreme, just small, consistent steps.

Within two weeks, Santosh began to notice the difference. Seeing his weight go down with such minimal changes and watching his flexibility improve so quickly helped him build trust.

For Riddhi, the most rewarding part wasn’t just the numbers. “The real joy was watching him trust us, achieve his goals, and bless us from the heart.”

More Than Just Numbers

Santosh’s journey is transformational. He no longer wakes up tired. He doesn’t fear his reports anymore. He enjoys his meals, moves daily, and smiles through his mornings.

He proved that even at 61, with discipline, simplicity, and the right guidance, the body can and will heal. You don’t need an ‘ideal life’ to build health. You need a lifestyle that works for you. 

To know more about his transformational journey, watch this:

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DPA4GpziVSi/

 

Disclaimer: Please remember, integrative and lifestyle medicine never replaces medical treatment. It works alongside it. We are deeply grateful to Pummy’s oncologists and doctors, whose care and expertise laid the foundation for his healing.

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If you, too, are living with fatty liver, inflammation, or metabolic health challenges, remember, it’s never too late to begin healing.

Our Wellness Programs are designed to help you address the root cause through simple, personalized lifestyle changes, like  focusing on nutrition, movement, sleep, emotional wellness, and gut health.

Take that first step towards balance and healing.
Call us on 1800 102 0253 or email consults@lukecoutinho.com to begin your journey with our team today.