Hello,
I am Mansi Ambardekar from Borivali, Mumbai.
I have known Madhav Dada since the year 2000, but I became aware of his work in health only after 2008. He suggested some changes in my diet—like having sprouts instead of roti and vegetables for lunch, drinking chicory coffee instead of regular coffee at the office, and taking protein powder, among other things. However, I neither took it seriously nor enrolled in his offline course.
\nIn 2019, when I was diagnosed with diabetes, I had a wake-up call. The same day I received my reports, at around 2:30 PM, I rushed to his home in Kandivali. I showed him my reports and asked, \"What should I eat now?\"
\nUntil then, I had no idea about the scope of his work, how he operates, or how vast his contributions were. But I was certain that if I wanted to regain my health, dietary changes were the key. That’s why I went to him instead of a doctor. I gradually started implementing his dietary recommendations, and whenever I faced difficulties, he helped me overcome them—whether it was about \"I can’t do it\" or how to fit it into my financial budget.
\nI still remember him saying, “Pick up all the sugar in your house and throw it in the gutter.” I used to think, \"I have 15 kg of sugar at home; let me finish it first, then I won’t buy more.\" But he made me understand the damage that consumed sugar would cause to my health.
\nAs I started changing my diet, I began seeing results. The swelling in my feet reduced, I lost 15 kg, the sensation of constant burping disappeared, and, most importantly, my diabetes improved—my HbA1c dropped from 7.5 to 5.7 within a year and a half. That was a huge achievement for me! The doubts I had about whether I could do it vanished, and I felt incredibly happy. I realized that if I could do it, anyone could.
\nInitially, I thought I would have to eat a very limited variety of foods. But that wasn’t the case. He had included links to 1,500 recipes in our food plan files. With some creativity, I could make different dishes using the ingredients he recommended, satisfying both my health needs and my taste buds.
\nOne more thing about me—I love mangoes! And diabetics are usually advised not to eat mangoes. I told him, \"I love mangoes; I won’t give them up. Tell me anything else, and I’ll follow it.\" He adjusted my food plan and meal timings accordingly. And guess what? I reversed my diabetes while still eating mangoes!
\nAs I started improving, my relatives, friends, and neighbors began asking, \"What are you doing? Tell us too!\" Slowly, as I started guiding them, Madhav Dada began training me on how to explain things to people—what to say, how to communicate, and how to let go afterward. He emphasized that our work is not about marketing.
\nThis helped me understand how to take this training forward, and I started working with him as a Health Executive—and even started earning from it. I began enjoying my work as a Health Executive. My clients started seeing results, which increased my enthusiasm and faith in the work.
\nThen, the nutrition training began. He told me, \"If you want to talk to clients, you need to study nutrition.\" I resisted, saying, \"I’m a commerce student; I have no background in science.\" I kept making excuses to avoid studying. But he had solutions for every problem. He taught me how to study—\"If this doesn’t work, try that; if that doesn’t work, try something else.\"
\nAfter four years, I finally developed an interest in studying. I still struggle to remember complex terms, but he insists that understanding the subject is more important.
\nThus, the training format evolved. Initially, reading the course material felt overwhelming because of the scientific terms. So, he suggested watching videos and taking notes on key points.
\nLater, he divided the nutrition course into three levels: Elementary, Executive, and Nutrition, each serving a different purpose. We had to clear each level step by step—passing the Elementary exam first, then the Executive exam, and finally, the Nutrition exam. Since learning 40 topics at once seemed impossible, he made it flexible—allowing us to take exams only on the topics we were ready for.
\nThe exam format also evolved. In January 2025, we took exams on three nutrition topics, questioning each other during the process. This made us realize the depth of understanding needed. Some participants were even told, \"If you haven’t personally experienced health transformation, you cannot proceed to the next exam.\"
\nThis course isn’t just about nutrition knowledge; it requires a solid foundation of personal experience. Knowledge must be converted into experience, which makes this training truly unique—I haven’t seen anything like it anywhere else.
\nDada – A Man of Absolute Frankness
\nDada was an extremely straightforward person (perhaps even excessively so), which made me feel intimidated when talking to him initially. But over time, I realized that whatever he said was for my own good. And it was precisely because he spoke so strongly that I started taking action.
\nWhen clients used to ask, \"I want to become thin; can I get a food plan?\", Dada's response was always, \"I don't give diet/food plans for weight loss.\" Hearing this used to shock me. I would think, If he refuses, we might lose a client! But he was firm in his beliefs. He never compromised on his principles just to please people.
\nSometimes, clients would ask, \"I have a particular disease, I have high BP—will your food planning cure me?\" His answer would simply be, \"I don’t know.\" He would bluntly tell clients, \"I don’t give any guarantees.\" As a result, some clients would get upset and decide not to take the food plan.
\nDada’s words often felt harsh, and clients would get angry, wondering, How can he talk like this? This would put me in an awkward position. That was until I understood the deeper truth behind his approach. Later, I started telling clients: \"Just do what Dada says—don’t focus on how he says it. Even if his words seem harsh, they are ultimately for your benefit.\"
\nI began to understand the uniqueness of his approach. Some clients were Jain, some were vegan, some vegetarian, and others non-vegetarian. Yet, he accommodated all of them in his food plans. Some were advised to eat twice a day, while others were told to eat five times a day.
\nDada always said, \"Bring me the person, let me see their blood reports, and then I’ll decide how often they should eat.\" He never gave a generic recommendation like \"Everyone should eat twice or six times a day.\" That is what true personalized food planning means—what works for one person doesn’t necessarily work for another. Every individual’s body, parameters, and needs are different. A one-size-fits-all approach just doesn’t work!
\nThe questions clients asked and the answers Madhav Dada gave could be a whole subject of study in itself. Even if two clients asked the exact same question, his responses would differ.
\nWhen I asked him why, he said, \"I answer in a way that the person will understand or accept.\" Sometimes he gave a straightforward answer, sometimes he asked counter-questions, sometimes he teased them playfully, and sometimes he even scolded them. But no matter which path he took, his ultimate goal was always the same—to ensure their well-being.
\nDada is a true food enthusiast. He has personally experimented with and created many dishes. He even helps clients fix their sweets if they don’t turn out well. He taught me how to cook without oil according to the 7.4 principle. He loves trying different foods, and he particularly enjoys the meal served on the 13th day of mourning. So when my father-in-law passed away, he openly said, “I’ll come for the 13th-day meal,” without hesitation—of course, only if the meal was prepared according to the 7.4 principles. I honored his request, and the meal turned out excellent. This experience made me realize just how universally applicable the 7.4 principle is—it can be followed from a baby’s naming ceremony to funeral rituals. This is particularly valuable for householders and families.
\nI have personally witnessed the changes he has undergone over time. In the early days, he was very rigid in his views, firmly believing “I am right” and refusing to consider other perspectives. He wouldn’t even listen to opposing opinions, let alone accept them. For example, if a client said, “I won’t give up tea, but I still want a food plan,” he would simply refuse to provide one. However, as he evolved, his approach softened. Instead of outright rejection, he started advising, “If you have tea twice a day, reduce it to once. If you drink one cup, cut it down to half, and gradually quit.”
\nHis vision for the Arogyaanubhuti Foundation is “From Cellular Regeneration to Universal Brotherhood.” He believes that once your cells start regenerating, your behavior and mindset will automatically change. Your body will produce happy hormones, and you won’t need separate counseling or motivational sessions to achieve inner harmony. (This is his exact phrase.)
\nEverything he teaches comes from firsthand experience—he never speaks without having tested it himself. This is why he speaks with such confidence, and his words truly resonate with people. He never discusses a topic unless he has deeply studied it.
\nOnce, a client asked him, “What happens if we eat stale food?” Instead of answering immediately, he conducted a self-experiment—he ate stale food for one and a half years while tracking his health parameters. Only after thorough observation did he confidently state, “It makes no difference—you can eat stale food without any harm.”
\nDada learned yoga from various institutions, but he wasn’t fully satisfied. So, he experimented on himself and developed his own method, which he named “Dhanvantari Yoga.” He taught it to us, ensured we practiced it, and even trained us to teach it to others. This yoga requires only fifteen minutes a day, yet it effectively services the entire body, tones muscles, strengthens joints, and most importantly, facilitates lymphatic movement.
\nThis led to the creation of the Beyond 7.4 Course, which he designed and had us experience firsthand. The core principle of this course is “Observation.” Each naturopathy process was to be done one at a time while remaining in a state of observation. He even demonstrated how to walk with awareness and guided us through experiencing deep observation in daily activities.
\nOne of the most remarkable aspects of this course is that, despite my personal efforts in spiritual and self-development—such as chanting, meditation, kriyas, and mudras—Dada’s Universal Brotherhood Ashtanga Yoga framework stands out. His formula:
\nCellular Regeneration + Happy Hormones + Ketones + Observation + Awareness + Acknowledgment + Appreciation + Gratitude = Universal Brotherhood
\nI believe this is a priceless gift to all of humanity. This structure has no guru-disciple tradition, no rituals, and no conventional worship. In fact, Dada’s home does not have any idols or religious images—only a representation of 7.4. I have never encountered such an approach before.
\nI tend to speak very fast. Every time I converse with Dada, he reminds me, “Are you in observation? Are you aware?” He constantly urges me to slow down. Interestingly, whenever I am even briefly in observation mode, I naturally speak calmly and slowly.
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Since offline Health Awareness Courses weren’t working out, Dada started an online course after COVID. He doesn’t provide food plans unless one has completed this course. He often tells me, “Our work is not like marketing, where anyone who comes in gets a food plan. Before accepting any payment, people should fully understand how we approach food planning. A client should never feel later that their money was wasted or that they weren’t informed about what they were getting into.”
\nHe insists that clients should make an informed decision after understanding everything.
\nSeveral pathologists have approached me, offering a commission if I direct my clients to them for blood tests. When I discussed this with Dada, his response was clear: “If you do this transparently and inform the client, it’s fine. But making money behind their back is not ethical.” I have seen this transparency in every area of his work.
\nOf course, this approach often makes him unsuccessful in a business sense. However, at this institute, everything is transparent—financial dealings, how much percentage each person gets—it’s all open knowledge. Nothing is hidden. Even the foundation trustees undergo a health check-up every six months. If they fail to maintain the required health parameters, they must resign.
\nAt Arogyanubhooti Foundation, all members must follow the Law of Limitation. This means that if someone has any bitterness or grievances about Dada—whether personal or professional—they must communicate it within 24 hours and try to understand all perspectives.
\nI have personally experienced this rule.
\nOnce, during a group meeting, Dada used a personal example from my life to explain something. While his point was valid, I felt the setting was inappropriate. I was unsure what to do, but I followed the rule he himself had set—I called him within 24 hours and expressed my feelings.
\nDada calmly accepted my concern without argument, defense, or justification. He assured me he would be mindful in the future.
\nTwo important things happened:
\nBy setting this valuable rule and following it himself, he prevented unnecessary conflicts and ensured smooth functioning. For this, I am truly grateful to him.
\nI have been in touch with Madhav Dada for many years now. I have witnessed his numerous experiments on health, yoga, and self-discipline. Without any special background or support system, he has conducted these experiments, and I wholeheartedly appreciate and congratulate him for his dedication.
\nHere’s how I have understood these experiments:
\nAs for hair fall, knee pain, diabetes, weight issues, and similar topics, I’m sure many people have already shared their experiences.
\nAnd my journey with 7.4 is still going on.
\nManasi Ambardekar (Borivali, Mumbai)
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My name is Bipin R Pandit and I reside at Dosti Acres, Wadala. I Head The Advertising Club as the COO for the last 28 years having accomplished more than 1000 world class shows in Media , Advertising and Marketing besides performing in more than 1000 shows as a stage artist. Now I have my own musical Night named Khumaar which has become a big Brand in last 20 years.
\nI heard about Madhav Joshi for the first time from my friend Meena Dhuri who is an Advocate in employment with BMC. My wife Nandini had accompanied her for a counseling session with Madhav Joshi.
\nMy wife came home and told me why don't you consult Madhav just to have a first hand knowledge about his expertise. He is good at his job and speaks with immense clarity as he seems to know his subject very well. I did take out my reports and send it to him. By the grace of God not due to any illness but to have a dialogue with Madhav Joshi and understand the intricacies.
\nI was at Kochi when I sought his impressions about my report and we spoke at length. While he said the report is good the GFR is low at 70 which relates to the kidney functioning. Nobody told me this before.
\nMadhav said no worries let us try. He redesigned my food to \"suit my lifestyle & requirements\" and also recommended his favourite Kadha which has done wonders to so many people. I would like to share the recipe of Kadha / Ukala -- a powder was prepared out of Dhana, Jeera, Dalchini and Badi Soonp. Till date we have never given up on the magic liquid which corrected. Today the GFR level has improved to 101 and made everybody in the family its huge fan. Now it has become a daily ritual to have it.
\nWhile redesigning my food intake Madhav told me to give up on Rice , Roti and sweets. I abided by his advice and lost around 5 to 6 kgs in 3 months without aiming for the same.
\nMadhav is a positive person who is disciplined to say the least. He practices what he preaches. His knowledge about the human body is second to none and it is always very enriching to speak to him. He is a person whom everyone should consult. More power to you Madhav.
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My best wishes forever.
\nRegards
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\nI am extremely delighted to share that I have passed my Visharad Poorna exam with 64% (First Class).
\nI have been learning classical music for the past 12 years and have been part of the 7.4 Health Awareness Program since January 2022. This program has greatly benefited me, especially in managing my blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
\nWhile preparing for Visharad Poorna, the 7.4 food plan and breathing exercises proved to be immensely helpful in my riyaz (practice). Earlier, I used to struggle with breath control while singing long alaaps and taans, but now I can sustain them effortlessly. This significantly improved my raag rendition, which was appreciated by the examiners.
\nAdditionally, despite sitting for three hours daily for riyaz, I never experienced knee or back pain. I followed this disciplined routine for nearly a year without any discomfort. Even while studying extensively for the written/theory exams, I never faced any health issues or complaints.
\nThroughout this journey, my confidence remained strong, and I firmly believe that the 7.4 food plan and exercises played a crucial role in my success—physically, mentally, and intellectually.
\nI wholeheartedly credit this achievement to Madhav Dada and express my deepest gratitude.
\nDada, thank you so much!
\n🌹🙏 Kalpana Kulkarni, Thane
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\nMadhav Dada has played a significant role in creating health awareness, and his food plan has specifically helped me stay healthy despite my busy travel schedule. My energy levels and immunity have improved, I experience less fatigue, and my fasting insulin levels have also decreased.
\nDuring a Nadi Pariksha I underwent last year with an Ayurvedic doctor, my Tridoshas were found to be in balance—without any medication—which is not an easy feat to achieve! My overall Pitta Dosha and related digestive issues have significantly reduced.
\nDada's active guidance and the 7.4 principles have empowered me to take control of my health. Even when deviations occur due to excessive travel, I am able to restore my well-being using this knowledge.
\nI have also referred several people to Dada who were suffering from various ailments, and they too have benefited—provided they followed the diet plan.
\nI sincerely thank Dada for his invaluable knowledge and wish him the very best in his future endeavors. 🙏🏽
\nShri Umesh Pradhan
Art of Living Teacher
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\nI have had diabetes for many years, and for a while, I also suffered significantly from psoriasis. My profession is teaching, and over time, I had to take on administrative responsibilities as a principal in our educational institution. This required both physical and mental effort, which affected my daily routine and often reflected in poor health.
\nAgainst this backdrop, I came into contact with Shri Madhav Dada Joshi from Kandivali. We had numerous discussions on health-related topics. Following that, I enrolled in his ‘Arogyanubhuti’ (Health Experience) seven-day course, which brought significant improvements to both my physical and mental well-being. I also gained a fresh perspective—that good health allows one to view life with a positive outlook. I started living with newfound joy.
\nThe health-related guidance and structured diet-lifestyle plan provided by Shri Madhav Dada were practical and easy to implement. This made it possible for me to strictly follow all the prescribed health rules. Notably, he also suggested valuable yet delicious recipes that contributed to my overall well-being.
\nAfter adopting the lifestyle recommended by Shri Madhav Dada, my medical reports turned out to be excellent. My doctor was so surprised to see all my reports normal that he suspected an error and requested repeat tests. However, the results were normal again. When he asked how this was possible, I showed him the book ‘7.4 Lifestyle’ (The Path to Health) by Madhav Joshi. He reviewed the diet and lifestyle routine I had been following and gave a positive opinion about it. He also remarked that the book was worth keeping as a valuable reference.
\nSince then, my association with Shri Madhav Dada Joshi has only strengthened, and over time, this connection has grown into a deep friendship. Today, I share an everlasting bond of gratitude with him.
\nChandrashekhar Wad
Retired Teacher, Nashik
Dear Madhavji,
\nThings are getting better! The last 10 weeks on the 7.4 food plan journey have been amazing.
\nMy hair has grown longer, thicker, and healthier.
I feel more active, agile, and alert.
My mind is sharper and more focused.
I am experiencing greater joy and happiness.
Eating healthy food has also significantly improved my blood pressure. It has come down from a high of 202/124 to 172/111. My initial strict adherence to the food plan and vitamin intake helped me repair and recover at a cellular level. Now, my blood pressure has improved even further—it is currently at 128/76.
\nFor a few months, I wasn’t as strict with my food plan and even had a month's gap in my vitamin intake, yet my blood pressure remained effectively low.
\nI am truly amazed by the results and the effectiveness of the 7.4 food plan—it has worked wonders in my life.
\nThank you very much!
\nKiran Kottnna
Australia
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\nI had been in contact with Madhav Dada since 1996, but I hardly knew about the depth of his work. My brother and Vinay Dada once attended a three-day Aarogya Shibir conducted by Madhav Dada in Bhandup, but apart from that, I was unaware of his profound contributions to the field of nutrition.
\nIt was in 2019 that I happened to hear an online introductory talk by Madhav Dada, arranged by my brother, on the auspicious day of Ganesh Chaturthi. That session deeply resonated with me, and I immediately enrolled in his program. By October 2019, I had completed all the necessary procedures and started following his diet plan.
\nAt that time, my weight was 70 kg, my HbA1c was 7, and my BP was 140/85.
\nFor seven years, I had tried various ways to reduce my weight, but nothing worked. However, just by following Madhav Dada’s food plan, I lost 10 kg in 7-8 months—without any special effort. My weight naturally decreased by 1 to 1.5 kg per month as a byproduct of the plan.
\nI began feeling lighter, my HbA1c dropped to 5.7, and my BP returned to normal.
\nI also learned DY from Dada and started practicing it daily. This gave a new direction to my life. I became so passionate about YOG that if I missed it for 2-3 days, I would dream about doing it! That’s when I told myself, \"Why do it in my dreams when I can do it in real life?\"
\nWith this combination of a proper food plan and DY, I found the perfect path to health. It felt like something I had been searching for all my life. DY required just 20 minutes a day and was completely hands-free.
\nAs my transformation became visible, people started complimenting me. My old clothes, which I couldn't wear before, started fitting again. My skin and physique improved, along with my blood parameters. Even today, people often guess my age to be 5-10 years younger than I actually am—no exaggeration!
\nInspired by my transformation, I became a DY teacher. I even began studying biochemistry—despite my commerce background! Under Madhav Dada’s guidance, I created an online study group, where we have been studying biochemistry daily for the past 2-3 years. I cleared the exams conducted by Madhav Dada on behalf of Aarogyanubhuti Foundation and started working as a nutritionist under his guidance.
\nAs people noticed my transformation, they started inquiring and enrolling in the program. It became a wonderful opportunity for me to not only train in nutrition but also grow as a person.
\nOf course, studying biochemistry was not easy. Sometimes, I found it overwhelming, and on top of that, Madhav Dada would change the syllabus structure! There were times when I felt like crying. But these challenges helped me overcome my limitations and become stronger. He always pushed me to go beyond rote learning and truly understand the subject.
\nThough we sometimes had differing opinions, my trust in Madhav Dada remained unshaken. Opinions may differ, but bonds remain strong—that’s the beauty of it. I believe this is possible due to happy hormones, deep trust, and a ketone-based body, which make our connection resilient.
\nOne of the most valuable lessons I learned from Madhav Dada was the practice of observation.
\nBeing in observation mode allowed me to reduce the impact of emotions on my mind. It helped me stay centered, be fully present, and remain aware of my role at any given moment.
\nI saw him apply this principle himself. Once, I called him and said, \"I am about to share something important about someone regarding our work. You might get annoyed.\" He was driving at the time. Instead of reacting, he calmly pulled over and said, \"Wait, let me put myself in observation mode before listening.\"
\nHearing that, I felt amazing! It was incredible to see him practicing exactly what he preached. His simple words immediately shifted my anxious energy.
\nThis practice of observation has given me the freedom to respond with calmness instead of reacting impulsively. It has also helped me handle negative emotions like sadness and helplessness—not by suppressing them but by observing them. This allowed me to transform sadness into knowledge and take the right actions in difficult situations.
\nI attended the Detox Shibir at Manchar with Madhav Dada twice.
\nDuring the first shibir, after 36 hours of water fasting, I felt extremely weak. That’s when Madhav Dada told me, \"Do SRP for 20 minutes.\" After I did, he said, \"Now, let's go for a hike to a nearby hill!\"
\nI was shocked. \"I might faint if I go out now,\" I told him. Vinay Dada was also present and overheard our conversation. Madhav Dada replied with a smile, \"Don’t worry, Vinay and I will lift you if needed. Let’s go!\"
\nBecause of my deep trust in him, I said, \"If that’s the case, then no problem. I am ready.\"
\nWe started walking as a group, and I am happy to share that not only did I climb the hill, but I also led the DY asanas for others at the top! On the way back, we visited a gotha and admired the beautiful cows. After returning to the shibir site, I continued my water fast for a total of 64 hours.
\nThat experience strengthened my trust and helped me break my mental barriers. The next time, during another Detox Shibir, I was able to do a water fast for 120 hours with ease!
\nThis journey has transformed me—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally as well.
\nVidya Kulkarni
Bhandup