Transformation of the Day: Shadé Mallory lost 38 pounds. She was diagnosed with an Autoimmune Disease called Mixed Connective Tissue Disease in Aug 2019. Then, In Jan 2021, her diagnosis was changed to Lupus. Depression and frustration set in, her medication caused weight gain, and her overall health was suffering. By working with a Naturopathic Doctor and discovering her Big Why, she is creating a lifestyle centered on long-lasting wellness vs. temporary goals.
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Akiesha Crystal lost 63 pounds
Transformation of the Day: Akiesha Crystal lost 63 pounds. The catalyst for her journey was being diagnosed with Lupus after suffering from the symptoms for almost a year. Depression, lack of activity, and being put on steroids led to weight gain, but she used dietary changes, fitness, and spiritual practices to take her health back.
Ashley lost 76 pounds
Transformation of the Day: Ashley lost 76 pounds. Autoimmune disease, aches, pains and depression did not stop this strong mom from transforming, mind and body. She shifted her mindset and found out just how strong and capable she was. She even found that going vegetarian and changing her eating habits helped her become seizure free. Check out her inspiring story. […]
Tracy lost 44 pounds
View this post on Instagram The difference 4 years makes. I spent my late teens & early 20s fighting autoimmune diseases (mainly sarcoidosis) lots of surgeries, lots of bed rest, lots of corticosteroids, lots of Big Macs too! Still, despite feeling sorry for myself more often than not, I kept up with my […]
Angela lost 120 pounds
Update Dec 2015: Congratulations to Angela for being chosen as one of the featured stories for People Magazine’s Half Their Size Issue. She is the 5th BWLW Sista to be featured. Here is the video of her on Good Morning America this week. May 2015 – Weight Loss Transformation of the Day: Angela lost 120 pounds. […]
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Cheryllynn lost 197 pounds
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Cheryllynn lost 197 pounds. Her amazing weight loss is a result of hard work. She embraced exercise, clean eating or paleo eating to dramatically improve her health. Here is what she shared with us about her weight loss journey: “Hello my name is Cheryllynn. Before I started my health […]
