Weight Loss Story: Ladii lost 75 pounds. After a few wake up calls, this proud mom decided to get moving and lose the weight this year. Here is what she shared with us about her journey… Ever since I got married at 16 years old and gained 100 lbs in 6 months, I’ve a hard […]
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Sandra lost 44 pounds
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Sandra lost 44 pounds and went from a size 26 to a size 18. As a type 2 diabetic, she’d learned how to eat right and live a healthier lifestyle over the years, but never put the knowledge into practice. When she did, by changing her eating habits and […]
5 Ways to Cut Your Risk of Getting Diabetes
According to CDC 2014 statistics almost 30 million American have diabetes. This is nearly 10% of the population. This disease isn’t often fatal when properly treated by a doctor and when lifestyle changes are made. However, having diabetes can make everyday life more difficult by preventing people from doing what they would like to do. […]
Angel lost 53 pounds
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Angel lost 53 pounds. 30 years old and headed for Type 2 Diabetes, this mom decided that is was time for true lifestyle change. She started walking for miles a day and decided to go Paleo. Check out what she shared with us about her weight loss journey… I […]
Nyanewel lost 61 pounds
Weight Loss Transformation of the Day: Nyanewel lost 61 pounds. After being told that she was obese and at risk for diabetes, she was determined to focus on her health. She is now happy to say that she has beat obesity. Here is what she shared with us about her journey… At 19 years old, being […]
Naftal lost 152 pounds
Weight Loss Transformation of the Day: Naftal lost 152 pounds. After being told that she had diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol, she knew she had to change her life to change her health. Here is what she shared with us about what she did to lose the weight. On March 31, 2012 at […]
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Jasmaine lost 51 pounds
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Jasmaine lost 51 pounds. Diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes, she decided it was time to kick the soda habit, eat healthy and work out regularly. Check out her story below: “A little over a year ago I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. I weighed 240lbs. At that time, […]
Vanessa lost 85 pounds
Weight Loss Story of the Day: Vanessa lost 85 pounds in 2 years and got her husband to join her on the journey. She was motivated by wanting to get off of 5 meds for ailments, including diabetes and high blood pressure. Here is what she shared about what actions she took to get healthy: […]
Brynn lost 65 pounds
Let’s show some love to Brynn for her 65 pound weight loss victory. After being diagnosed with some very serious health issues, including being in a 2 day coma, she has changed her lifestyle and lost weight. Here is what she shared about her journey: “Hello my name is Brynn Thompson and I would like […]
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 […]