How bariatric surgery changed Chef Zam forever

04 Sep 2025 02:50pm

From being 136 kilos during his study days in London to facing health challenges on Metoprolol and Lipitor, Chef Zam’s life was far from easy. 

Growing up, compliments like 'so cute' only masked the struggles he faced inside. While searching for answers, he stumbled upon the then-new discovery of bariatric surgery in 2004. 

After being referred to specialists at Hospital Kuala Terengganu and later HUKM, Chef Zam realised that liposuction wasn’t the solution. Instead, bariatric surgery became the turning point. 

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