Don't Just Lose Weight,
Lose Inches
Dr. Adarsh K. Gupta
By Dr. Adarsh K. Gupta, DO, MS
Don't Just Lose Weight, Lose Inches
A Clinician's Method for Body Recomposition
Move beyond the number on the scale. Learn how to reshape your body by losing fat while preserving muscle — with sustainable habits backed by 25+ years of clinical practice.
About the Book
Most weight-loss advice focuses on one number: the scale. But Dr. Gupta has seen thousands of patients lose "weight" only to remain metabolically unhealthy — losing muscle instead of fat.
Don't Just Lose Weight, Lose Inches takes a clinical approach to body recomposition: changing what your body is made of, not just how much you weigh.
What You'll Learn
- ✓Why the scale lies and what to measure instead
- ✓The hormonal drivers of fat storage and fat loss
- ✓How to build the habits that change body composition
- ✓Doctor-vetted nutrition principles for lasting results
- ✓Movement strategies that preserve and build muscle
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a diet book?
No. This book focuses on body recomposition — changing your body composition by losing fat and preserving muscle, not just cutting calories.
Do I need to follow a specific diet?
The book provides principles, not a rigid meal plan. The habit-based approach lets you apply the strategies to your existing lifestyle.
What makes this different from other weight loss books?
It's written by a practicing physician who has seen thousands of patients struggle with conventional advice. Dr. Gupta addresses the clinical realities that most weight-loss books ignore.