Every year rolls people make resolutions and promises to themselves about what they are going to give up in pursuit of better health. Soda is usually on the top of people’s list because we all know soda doesn’t do your body any good in terms of health. Did you know that most commercial juice and other […]
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Shadonna lost 100 pounds
Weight loss surgery worked for Shadonna. This proud mom lost 100 pounds after years of dieting and being diagnosed with diabetes and high blood pressure. Here is what she shared about losing the weight: “My name is Shadonna Cornish and I’ve been having problems with my weight for over 10 years. I tried every weight […]
Keisha lost 59 pounds
Let’s show some BWLW lost to Keisha. She lost 59 pounds after having her son by using portion control, taking lunch to work daily, working out and other healthy lifestyle changes. Here is what she shared about her weight loss journey: “My name is Keisha Watson. I’ve lost 59 pounds so far. My starting weight was 275 […]
Tanya lost 76 pounds
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Tanya lost 76 pounds and kept her curves. She details for us her lifelong weight loss struggle and talks in detail about what it took for her to lose weight. Here is her story: “My starting weight was 319 pounds, my current weight is 243 pounds. My goal weight […]
Shykia lost 44 pounds
Snovia sent in her twin sister Shykia’s weight loss story of losing 44 pounds this year. I think it’s so wonderful to see this sisterly support and that they are in this together. Here is what she shared: “This is my twin sister Shykia. She has recent lost 45 pounds. I am so proud of […]
Tyneisha lost 41 pounds
Today’s weight loss success story: Instagram diva Tyneisha lost 41 pounds off of her 5 foot frame with Weight Watchers and by embracing regular exercise after years of yo-y0 dieting and trying different plans. Here is what she shared with us about her transformation: “Hello, my name is Tyneisha (Ty) and my instagram name is @tantalizing_ty. I […]
Obesity in Black America
One in 5 people die from weight related illnesses and complications. In many recent studies, Black Americans have the dubious distinction of having one of the highest rates of obesity in the US according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). To be considered obese, you must have a body mass index* of 30 or […]
Sky lost 36 pounds
Today’s featured weight loss story: Sky lost 36 pounds. She was suffering from psoriasis and had just been diagnosed with diabetes when she began her journey. Here is what she shared with us: “Okay, here is my story: After giving birth to my son three years ago, I could not get my weight below 250 […]
Cheryl lost 40 pounds
Let’s show some love to Cheryl. She lost 40 pounds and was able to improve her pre-diabetes diagnosis. Here is what she shared with us: “My name is Cheryl Miller and I am 42 years old. I started my journey last October (2012) while weighing 262 pounds. I was placed on medication for hypertension and […]
Update: Renee lost 147 pounds
Update April 2015: “I wanted to update you and let you know where I am on this fabulous fit journey . As of today, my total weight loss is 147 pounds and I’ve dropped 16 dress sizes. The best thing of all is that I finally achieved my goal…I’m Bikini Suit Ready! My journey by […]
