Hello i had gone through your question and u think i can help your friend to get into the shape I am Dr BirmaRam Hudda weight can be reduced very easily with dietary restrictions and regular physical exercises in my opinion you should avoid medicines to reduce weight except multivitamin and good protein supplements avoid fatty fried and junk food Complete abstinence of alcohol and smoking Don t skip meals have small and frequent feeding Lots of water and fruit juices regular exercise 30 to 45 minutes brisk walking or jogging and aerobics Yoga will definitely help you to shed off extra kilos if you can upload me your complete medical history I will be able to guide you better by preparing a diet chart and exercise regime please don t hesitate to ask for follow up questions I will gladly answer you good luck