26-5-2023 (Bangkok) In a remarkable turn of events, Gustun Phacharawit, a well-known child influencer in the world of social media, has reappeared after a year-long absence, astonishing his followers with his new, proportional physique. His mother recently shared a personal video revealing the transformation, highlighting his weight loss of 13 kilograms (28.6 pounds). Gustun’s mother explained that she had been deeply concerned about his health due to his obesity, as it put him at risk of various related illnesses. Seeking a solution, she consulted medical professionals who assisted with dietary control.
Gustun, now 5 years old, disclosed to a team of investigative journalists from Thai Rath Online that he had been overweight since birth. His diet primarily consisted of processed powdered milk, which contained high levels of sweetness. In just two days, he could consume an entire 600-gram (1.32-pound) can of powdered milk. However, when he started attending preschool, his mother had to take measures to restrict his food intake. The school provided meals during his time there, beginning when he was 3 years old and weighed 27 kilograms (59.5 pounds). Currently, at the age of 5, he weighs 17 kilograms (37.4 pounds), which indicates a significant reduction of 13 kilograms (28.6 pounds) from his highest weight.
Regarding his weight loss journey, Gustun initially visited a doctor who prescribed hormone-regulating medication to control his food intake. Meanwhile, his mother had to diligently monitor his eating habits for nearly nine months to a year before achieving such remarkable results. During the initial stages, Gustun consumed excessive amounts of milk, so his mother gradually reduced his powdered milk intake to only one or two bottles per day. She compensated for the decrease in milk consumption by increasing the proportion of rice in his diet to keep him satiated and prevent him from excessively craving milk. As a result, Gustun’s weight gradually decreased over time.
His mother had to exhibit significant patience during the initial stages, as Gustun would often become irritable. However, she persevered and remained firm in her commitment to control his food intake. Currently, Gustun consumes only one serving of rice per meal, whereas in the past, he would have two to three servings. Additionally, his weight loss journey has been accompanied by regular physical exercise. In the evenings, Gustun engages in activities such as running or playing football to complement his dietary changes.
Gustun’s success story has garnered attention from his loyal social media fan base, consisting of followers on both his Facebook page, Gustun Phacharawit, and his TikTok account, sumetaunlamai. Many of his fans reached out to inquire about his effective weight loss techniques. The issue of childhood obesity and its associated health risks is prevalent among other households, prompting concerned parents to proactively reduce their children’s food consumption, especially sugary milk and chocolate, while replacing them with reduced amounts of fresh milk.
