{"id":389763,"date":"2025-11-25T11:20:00","date_gmt":"2025-11-25T11:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailybanglanewspapers.com\/news\/lizzo-reveals-mental-health-crisis-and-intentional-weight-loss-journey\/"},"modified":"2025-11-25T11:20:00","modified_gmt":"2025-11-25T11:20:00","slug":"lizzo-reveals-mental-health-crisis-and-intentional-weight-loss-journey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailybanglanewspapers.com\/news\/lizzo-reveals-mental-health-crisis-and-intentional-weight-loss-journey\/","title":{"rendered":"Lizzo Reveals Mental Health Crisis and Intentional Weight Loss Journey"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Singer Lizzo has opened up about her difficult mental health journey. She shared this in a personal Substack post. The artist detailed how depression led to significant life changes.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3080982 perfmatters-lazy\" alt=\"Lizzo weight loss\" width=\"788\" height=\"426\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/inews.zoombangla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Lizzo-weight-loss.png?resize=788%2C426&amp;ssl=1\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/inews.zoombangla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Lizzo-weight-loss.png?w=1182&amp;ssl=1 1182w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/inews.zoombangla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Lizzo-weight-loss.png?resize=768%2C415&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/inews.zoombangla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Lizzo-weight-loss.png?resize=150%2C81&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/inews.zoombangla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Lizzo-weight-loss.png?resize=450%2C243&amp;ssl=1 450w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 788px) 100vw, 788px\"\/><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-3080982\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/inews.zoombangla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Lizzo-weight-loss.png?resize=788%2C426&amp;ssl=1\" alt=\"Lizzo weight loss\" width=\"788\" height=\"426\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/inews.zoombangla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Lizzo-weight-loss.png?w=1182&amp;ssl=1 1182w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/inews.zoombangla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Lizzo-weight-loss.png?resize=768%2C415&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/inews.zoombangla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Lizzo-weight-loss.png?resize=150%2C81&amp;ssl=1 150w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/inews.zoombangla.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Lizzo-weight-loss.png?resize=450%2C243&amp;ssl=1 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 788px) 100vw, 788px\"\/><\/p>\n<p>She described facing severe public scrutiny during a 2023 lawsuit. This period triggered a profound personal transformation. Her focus shifted to emotional and physical well-being.<\/p>\n<h2>The Turning Point: From \u201cSelf-Loathing\u201d to Action<\/h2>\n<p>Lizzo stated she began losing weight in late 2023. She was experiencing deep depression at the time. The public scandal made her feel the world had turned against her.<\/p>\n<p>She became suicidal and cut off contact with loved ones. This led to a period of extreme isolation. According to Reuters, she described her weight as a \u201cprotective shield.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>She decided to turn her \u201cinaction to action.\u201d This started with Pilates. The physical activity helped her process emotional burdens.<\/p>\n<h2>Addressing Ozempic Speculation and Body Positivity<\/h2>\n<p>Lizzo has directly addressed rumors she used weight-loss medication. She credits her transformation to consistent weight training and a calorie deficit. Her journey is framed as \u201cintentional weight release,\u201d not just physical change.<\/p>\n<p>She remains a vocal advocate for body positivity. Lizzo affirms she is still a \u201cproud big girl\u201d over 200 pounds. She expressed commitment to regaining trust within the body positivity movement.<\/p>\n<p>The singer acknowledged the complex relationship many have with their bodies. She stated she doesn\u2019t love her body every single day. Her goal was to change how she felt, not just how she looked.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Lizzo\u2019s weight loss journey represents a profound shift toward holistic health.<\/strong> Her story underscores the deep connection between mental and physical well-being. The artist continues to champion self-love through all of life\u2019s changes.<\/p>\n<h4>Thought you\u2019d like to know<\/h4>\n<details>\n<summary>What prompted Lizzo\u2019s weight loss journey?<\/summary>\n<p>She began in late 2023 during a severe depressive episode. This was triggered by a public scandal and lawsuit. She decided to focus on her mental and physical health.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How did Lizzo lose the weight?<\/summary>\n<p>She has emphasized weight training and maintaining a calorie deficit. She also regularly does Pilates and plays pickleball. She denied using Ozempic or similar medications.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>What was Lizzo\u2019s starting weight?<\/summary>\n<p>Specific starting numbers were not publicly disclosed. She has confirmed she remains over 200 pounds. She reached a weight in January 2025 she hadn\u2019t seen since 2014.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How does Lizzo feel about the body positivity movement now?<\/summary>\n<p>She acknowledges the movement is facing challenges. She remains committed to being a proud plus-size woman. Lizzo stated she has work to do to regain the trust of the movement.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>What other lifestyle changes did she make?<\/summary>\n<p>She incorporated lymphatic massage and wood therapy. She also focused on hydration and reduced sugar intake. Consuming more protein was another key dietary change.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n<h4>Trusted Sources<\/h4>\n<p>Associated Press, Reuters, BBC News<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<\/p>\n<div class=\"code-block code-block-center code-block-6\">\n<hr style=\"border: 0; height: 1px; background: linear-gradient(90deg, rgba(0,0,0,0.1), rgba(0,0,0,0.35), rgba(0,0,0,0.1)); margin: 24px 0 12px;\"\/>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify; margin: 0;\">\niNews covers the latest and most impactful stories across<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/inews.zoombangla.com\/category\/english\/entertainment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">entertainment<\/a>,<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/inews.zoombangla.com\/category\/english\/business-english\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">business<\/a>,<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/inews.zoombangla.com\/category\/english\/sports\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sports<\/a>,<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/inews.zoombangla.com\/category\/english\/international\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">politics<\/a>, and<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/inews.zoombangla.com\/category\/english\/business-english\/technology\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">technology<\/a>,<br \/>\nfrom AI breakthroughs to major global developments. 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