Published: November 01, 2025 05:35 PM IST
Mumbai-based orthopedic surgeon Dr Manan Vora explains how long you would have to go to get rid of popular comfort foods like samosa, gulab jamun, pizza and chole bhature.
We all love eating a plate of our favorite comfort foods like samosas, gulab jamun, or chole bhature, but have you ever wondered how much walking it actually takes to burn them off? Mumbai-based orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist Dr Manan Vora, in his Instagram post dated October 31, explains the calorie count of some of India’s most favorite foods and how long you would need to walk to balance them. (Also read: Orthopedic surgeon at Apollo Hospital with 28+ years of experience explains ‘Why your knees hurt while climbing stairs’ ,
How much time does it take to burn a samosa or a slice of pizza?
Dr. Vora began her post by asking, “How much does it really take to burn off your favorite foods?” He then listed some of India’s most loved comfort foods and the time it takes to burn them off while walking.
“1 samosa or vada pav contains about 250 calories, which means about 50 minutes of walking,” he explained. “One slice of pizza is equivalent to about 285 calories, which takes about an hour to burn.”
How to burn Chole Bhature or Gulab Jamun
If you’re eating a pack of chips, which Dr. Vora said contains “about 300 calories,” you’ll need to walk more than an hour. For those with a sweet tooth, “1 gulab jamun has 180 calories, which means about a 35-minute walk.” And the heaviest indulgence on the list? “A plate of Chole Bhature has about 600 calories, you will have to walk for about 2 hours.”
However, Dr. Vora made sure to emphasize that fitness does not mean deprivation. “You don’t need to avoid these foods. Enjoy them occasionally and balance it with activity,” he wrote. “That’s how you stay fit without giving up what you love.”
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This article is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.
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