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'My 600-lb Life': Janine Mueller's shocking childhood obesity, forced anorexia, weight loss battle

2018-01-31T01:54:00.001-05:00

There's a lot that goes into morbid obesity besides overeating and few exemplify this as well as "My 600-lb Life" patient Janine Mueller. The 53-year-old reality TV star shared a shocking backstory of homegrown weight problems, anorexia, amphetamine abuse and fat-shaming. Can this woman find life-saving weight loss [VIDEO] with bariatric surgery? 'My 600-lb Life': Janine Mueller's shocking weight loss battle

'My 600-lb Life' Weight Loss Tips: Essential diet hacks to nail New Year goals

2018-01-19T14:59:00.001-05:00

Are you having trouble losing weight no matter what you try? It could be because you're missing a few basic ingredients to weight loss. Here are easy but essential diet hacks inspired by Celebrities on Reality TV shows "My 600-lb Life" and Honey Boo Boo's "Mama June: From Not to Hot." Reports by TLC and MSN provided information for this article. 'My 600-lb Life' Weight Loss Tips: Essential diet hacks to nail New Year goals

'My 600-lb Life' season 6 sparks surprising hope for obesity and weight loss

2018-01-02T23:01:00.001-05:00

Every season of "My 600-lb Life" seems more gut-wrenching than the last and #Season 6, airing Jan. 10, is no exception. Reality TV viewers see morbid obesity in all its raw unloveliness. They see folks at rock bottom, with no hope of losing enough for bariatric surgery, let alone the 400-700-lb weight loss to get to normal size. However, in the despair, dysfunction, and delusion that characterizes the TLC show, this new season offers a glimmer of light. But don't blink or you'll miss it. 'My 600-lb Life' season 6 sparks surprising hope for obesity and weight loss

'My 600-lb Life' Steven Assanti boasts weight loss, celebrity status on Facebook

2017-11-17T13:57:00.001-05:00

There's stiff competition for TLC's "most hated" reality television star. One candidate, Steven Assanti of "My 600-lb Life" is working that negative energy to his advantage. The once-850-lb man bills himself as a Reality TV celebrity on Facebook, despite failing Dr. Now's bariatric surgery program. Assanti updated on his obesity, drug use, weight loss, and shocking cult following recently. 'My 600-lb Life' Steven Assanti boasts weight loss, celebrity status on Facebook

Paleo diet nixes 'toxic' beans, legumes, soy, peanuts for obesity weight loss

2017-10-06T11:45:00.001-04:00

Lose the beans, lose weight? That's what some doctors are saying. Beans aren't the protein alternative that vegans and vegetarians would have us believe. And all legumes are not created equal. Paleo diet nixes 'toxic' beans, legumes, soy, peanuts for obesity weight loss

Paleo diet nixes 'toxic' beans, legumes, soy, peanuts for obesity weight loss

2017-09-28T15:11:00.001-04:00

You're probably hearing a lot about the paleolithic diet of late. Celebrities are jumping on the paleo bandwagon for weight loss and health. It might surprise you to know that legumes, lentils, beans, soy and peanuts aren't paleo. The caveman diet includes safe foods that can be hunted and gathered--meat, locally sourced vegetables, nuts, seeds, fruit. So beans are a fruit, so what's the problem? The operative word is "safe" and legumes aren't. Paleo diet nixes 'toxic' beans, legumes, soy, peanuts for obesity weight loss

Vegan and paleo? Yep and ketogenic too! Diet weight loss recipes with food swaps

2017-09-27T11:43:00.001-04:00

My eating strategies are culled from a variety of #weight loss programs. The #Ketogenic Diet, South Beach, hypertension DASH diet, paleo, Mediterranean Diet, Weight Watchers and more. Some of my favorite weight loss tricks are food swaps. Using the "eat this, not that" and "hungry girl" concepts, I create recipes that trade fatty, sugary, salty, junky ingredients for healthier, low-calorie ones. Vegan, paleo and ketogenic diet weight loss recipes with diet food swaps

Joy-Anna Duggar shows early pregnancy weight gain and makes us think twice about maternal obesity

2017-09-21T17:12:00.001-04:00

Mrs. Joy Forsyth is sparking rumors that she got pregnant when she was still Joy-Anna Duggar. Nothing the "Counting On" star does debunks the story. Three-months married Joy and Austin Forsyth showed up to Joe Duggar's wedding looking 6-months pregnant or expecting twins. And the "19 Kids and Counting [VIDEO]" star has been radio silent on Instagram. Is some pregnancy complication causing this early weight gain? Joy's weight prompts a look at maternal obesity problems. Joy-Anna Duggar sparks unwed pregnancy or twins rumor at 'Counting On' wedding

'My 600-lb Life' Christina Phillips shocks in 536-lb weight loss after obesity

2017-08-24T19:50:00.001-04:00

Have you seen Christina Phillips from TLC "My 600-lb Life [VIDEO]" recently? This young woman once shocked people with her 708-lb weight. Now she's dropping jaws in a more flattering way, after losing over 536 pounds. Phillips is an inspiration to other patients like Steven Assanti and Bettiejo Elmore. The Mississippi queen of weight loss shared how she shed 3/4 of herself since bariatric surgery. And you'll be startled at her amazing journey 'My 600-lb Life' Christina Phillips shocks in 536-lb weight loss after obesity

Plus-size model Ashley Graham fuels debate over body love vs. obesity weight loss debate in bikini

2017-08-24T01:03:00.001-04:00

Ashley Graham is polarizing again (and looking arguably hot doing it). The plus-size model donned an itty-bitty string bikini, cellulite and all. She hinted to Victoria's Secret that it's time for an overweight model to grace their runway. And that is provoking debate over obesity dangers, weight loss and big body love. Graham's sexy photoshoot gave rise to another dilemma: How can Ashley rock a string bikini at a solid 250 pounds when other "fat people" can't? Ashley Graham fuels plus-size model vs. obesity weight loss debate in bikini

Sofia Vergara poses nude, talks weight loss, plastic surgery in Women's Health

2017-08-09T22:37:00.001-04:00

Sofia Viagra--erm, Vergara (I can't have been the only one to have made that joke) gave men (and women) a gift of herself. The "Modern Family" star posed nude, as in completely unclothed, for a magazine. So, you're asking, what's odd about a sex symbol baring all? Well, hot as she is, Sofia doesn't do this kind of thing. It was also surprising which magazine and why she posed. The yummy Ms V, 45, shared her assets in Women's Health to encourage women over 40 to accept themselves as they are. That was very kind, it's easier to say when you have absolutely fabulous au naturelle curves. But for the rest of us.... Anyhoo, the 45-year-old's incredible body prompted folks to wonder about plastic surgery or rigid dieting. Her unusual tips on weight loss (unnecessary) exercise (skip it) and diet (pass) were probably the most shocking part of the story. Sofia Vergara poses nude, talks weight loss, plastic surgery in Women's Health

Honey Boo Boo and Mama June in weight loss reality TV show 'From Not to Hot'?

2017-08-01T13:17:00.001-04:00

Is Mama June filming season 2 of her new reality TV show "From Not to Hot"? June Shannon wowed viewers last season with her reported 300-lb weight loss and plastic surgery makeover. Now WEtv producers are hinting that the reality television celebrity and her famous daughter Honey Boo Boo (Alana Thompson) may be back to show off an even hotter mama. But fans are wondering: will season 2 address the 11-year-old's growing obesity? Honey Boo Boo and Mama June in weight loss reality TV show 'From Not to Hot'?

Yes, there is a magic weight loss bean

2017-06-19T16:42:00.001-04:00

Are you sick of denying yourself and still feeling hungry?Are you tired of counting calories and still not shedding pounds? Try bean counting as in white kidney beans. These magical carb interceptors help you metabolize carbs better so you burn fat. They also help curb hunger. As with all supplements use as directed. White kidney beans won't make you lose weight but they will help you make healthier choices to do so.

Did Rihanna get plastic surgery, breast implants to beef up weight-loss?

2017-06-14T17:58:00.001-04:00

With all the focus on celebrity weight-loss, one star is walking a different path. As many boast how many pounds they've shed, Rihanna is bragging up weight gain, and Twitter is singing the praises of the new "Thickanna." Riri and fans were worried about her "anorexic" weight-loss. Recently, the "Umbrella" singer looks curvier in the buttocks, thighs and breasts. With a tummy still just as flat, folks have wondered if she had #plastic surgery such as a boob job or butt lift. Did Rihanna get plastic surgery, breast implants to beef up weight-loss?

Mama June wants new weight loss reality TV show but Honey Boo Boo isn't biting

2017-05-23T18:36:00.001-04:00

Reality TV diva Mama June wants a new gig after the success of her show "From Not to Hot." Shannon feels her weight loss and plastic surgery makeover deserve a little more airtime, but daughter "Honey Boo Boo" Alana Thompson isn't so sure. Is overweight Alana afraid that Mama June will make her diet too? Is she tired of sharing the limelight with her "hot" mama? Or is something making the child beauty queen beg off reality television? Mama June wants new weight loss reality TV show but Honey Boo Boo isn't biting

Mama June claims dubious weight-loss: fits size 4 at 160 lbs with boob job?

2017-04-12T11:32:00.001-04:00

Mama June Shannon is undoubtedly thinner after her "From Not to Hot" transformation. However, dubious claims have folks doubting the reality television show's veracity. The former star of "Here Comes #Honey Boo Boo" boasts size 4 after bariatric surgery, a weight- loss of 300 pounds, breast implants and other plastic surgery. But the numbers don't add up and these inconsistencies could mar the reality TV star's makeover. Mama June claims dubious weight-loss: fits size 4 at 160 lbs with boob job?

Mama June hates saggy skin after weight-loss, plastic surgery skin removal scars

2017-03-28T08:43:00.001-04:00

Mama June Shannon promises to go "From Not to Hot" after weight-loss and plastic surgery on a new reality television show. The former star of "Here Comes Honey Boo Boo" lost over 250 pounds but was unprepared for the fallout from massive weight-loss -- saggy skin. She underwent a boob job and skin removal surgery but was shocked at the massive scars left behind. Is Shannon regretting her makeover? Mama June hates saggy skin after weight-loss, plastic surgery skin removal scars

Kim Kardashian weight loss tips shock: easy ways KUWTK star gets red carpet look

2017-02-23T13:18:00.001-05:00

Do you ever wonder how stars like Kim Kardashian get Red Carpet ready? Are you needing to lose weight for your wedding, prom or big dress-up event? Several celebrities dished up diet tips to lose weight fast. And you might be surprised at how common-sense the "KUWTK" star's are. Her personal trainer shared easy-to-digest weight loss tips that included no plastic surgery, crazy dieting, or fasting. Kim Kardashian weight loss tips shock: easy ways KUWTK star gets red carpet look

Lady GaGa nails Super Bowl belly fat-shaming, weight loss snark with body love

2017-02-10T16:22:00.001-05:00

Poor Lady GaGa got slammed with belly fat-shaming after her Super Bowl LI halftime show. But hints at weight loss were lost on the "Bad Romance" singer for a "Million Reasons." Instead of lashing out, the celebrity returned the hating with love and encouraged others in body love as well. The "cover the fat" wisecracks had the reverse effect, spurring a spate of belly-baring (muffin top and all) on social media. Lady GaGa nails Super Bowl belly fat-shaming, weight loss snark with body love

Jessa Duggar Seewald gives birth to baby boy, but is Ben Seewald, 21, ready?

2017-02-06T19:44:00.001-05:00

Jessa Duggar Seewald gave birth to her second son on Feb. 6 and family, friends and fans of "Counting On" rejoice in her safe delivery. But it begs some questions: is dad Ben Seewald ready at 21 for two kids? He wasn't sure about that a few months ago. If he's not, he'd better get ready because Duggar comes from "19 Kids and Counting" and proclaims herself ready to compete in the family's baby race. The couple also expects that their toddler Spurgeon Seewald will step up to the plate as older brother, at the tender age of 15 months. Jessa Duggar Seewald gives birth to baby boy, but is Ben Seewald, 21, ready?

'My 600-lb Life' Amber Rachdi debuts dazzling 420-lb weight loss, kicks obesity butt at 26

2017-01-30T17:53:00.001-05:00

Amber Rachdi was different from most other morbidly obese patients on "My 600-lb Life" and folks saw that right away. She was young, beautifully made up, and brutally honest with no self-delusions. She has the face of a celebrity. But at 660 pounds, Amber couldn't stand upright, let alone care for herself. However with grit, gastric bypass surgery, and gasp-worthy weight loss, the 26-year-old has been able to reverse killer obesity. 'My 600-lb Life' Amber Rachdi debuts dazzling 420-lb weight loss, kicks obesity butt at 26

Kylie Jenner bikini pics bare boob job, butt implants, huge thighs, mega plastic surgery

2017-01-29T18:25:00.001-05:00

Kylie Jenner didn't get the raves she expected after sharing bikini body pics from her holiday with boyfriend Tyga. All folks saw in those curves were silicone and photoshop fails. The olive drab bikini bared blatant plastic surgery, massive boob job, butt implants and what looked like thigh silicone implants (if that's even possible). The "Keeping up with the Kardashians" star has certainly kept up with mom Kris Jenner and sisters Khloe and Kim Kardashian on the cosmetic surgery. Kylie Jenner bikini pics bare boob job, butt implants, huge thighs, mega plastic surgery

Janet Jackson weight loss woes after 1st baby at 50: is Eissa al-Mana first?

2017-01-12T16:08:00.001-05:00

As Janet Jackson and husband Wissam al-Mana welcome "miracle" baby Eissa al-Mana, rumors surfaced that this isn't the 50-year-old singer's first child. Supposedly, Jackson had a daughter "Renee" with ex-husband James DeBarge, he claims. There's already much speculation about the "Rhythm Nation" singer having a baby so late in life. Doctors suggest an invitro or donor egg, but as al-Mana and his wife are Muslim, that begs the question of whether Islam forbids such conception. One thing is certain: Jackson won't find weight loss postpartum at 50 as easy as she did a few years ago. Janet Jackson weight loss woes after 1st baby at 50: is Eissa al-Mana first?

Jennifer Aniston gains some 50 pounds in marriage trouble, comfort eating

2017-01-06T12:13:00.001-05:00

Jennifer Aniston is showing odd weight gain recently and no one's quite sure why. Is her marriage on the rocks as pals of the "Friends" say? Is she spending too much time consoling ex-husband Brad Pitt after divorce from his second wife Angelina Jolie? Is she comfort eating? It's said that Jen's showing too much support for her current husband Justin Theroux's liking. The A-lister did gain weight for a movie role in "Cake" but that was back in 2014. Regardless of etiology, doctors speculate the svelte actress has packed on as much as 50 pounds. What's up with the former "Sexiest Woman of All-Time"? Jennifer Aniston debuts strange 50-lb weight gain: what's eating weight loss guru?

Don't listen to Blac Chyna, Kim Kardashian, Mariah Carey on weight loss, diet tips say "My 600-lb Life" obesity specialists

2016-12-14T18:14:00.001-05:00

Kim Kardashian, Mariah Carey, Blac Chyna and Khloe Kardashian have dispensed weight loss tips which they claim have helped them get or stay skinny. But don't follow their diet tips says doctors. These gals don't practice what they preach and their diet logic is flawed. Each of their trimmer figures are as much plastic surgery as diet and exercise. Their eating plans don't lead to healthy, sustainable weight loss. For that, obesity experts on shows like "My 600-lb Life" and "The Doctors" and "The Biggest Loser" recommend a 90-10 ketogenic diet, counting calories, an 11-calorie-per-pound rule and other common sense tips. Hungry to learn more? Click here. Blac Chyna, Kim Kardashian, Mariah Carey weight loss, diet tips rejected by health experts