'Top Chef' Star Gregory Gourdet Gets Candid About Shedding 40 Lbs.

Gregory Gourdet heralded his new year with a fit physique following a rollercoaster weight loss journey.

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Gourdet shared three images showing his new form on Instagram, including a jaw-dropping before-and-after photo.

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The chef's health reset included a keto diet, fasting 20-24 hours, power walking a treadmill, and running.

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Gourdet thanked those who helped him with hydrotherapy and physical therapy, fasting and keto, and more.

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The cookbook author encouraged others to live in whatever body they feel comfortable with.

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Gourdet reassured viewers to avoid comparisons because we all come in different shapes and sizes.

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The "Top Chef" star's weight loss is also motivated by his Haitian restaurant opening in spring.

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Gourdet battled addiction with alcohol, small-town meth, and cocaine from High School.

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The 46-year-old became sober after deciding to care for his body instead of battering it.

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