Gemma Collins believes she has overcome her food addiction – having tested this theory out in McDonald’s this week.
The TOWIE star, 39, was delighted to learn that the burger chain had reopened for business as lockdown continues to ease in the UK – but that she struggled to eat the hefty amount she usually enjoys there.
She recounted this on her podcast, saying: ‘I went in on the menu and it was so strange because my mouth was watering and when I got the food I couldn’t eat it all. I was just so satisfied with one Big Mac.
Just the one: Gemma Collins believes she has overcome her food addiction – having tested this theory out in McDonald’s this week
‘You know when you go to McDonald’s you just have a blow out? But it was just so strange. I think one good thing that’s come out of lockdown for me is I’ve realised it’s best not to have treats everyday. Like, once a week is amazing.’
She also explained that her fitness levels have seen a vast improvement during lockdown.
‘It’s been really interesting because when I first took the bike out I could only do flat surfaces and literally as the weeks have been going on, I’m now in seven gears on one side and three on the other. I’ve still not worked out what they mean!’
Willpower! The TOWIE star, 39, was delighted to learn that the burger chain had reopened for business as lockdown continues to ease in the UK – but that she struggled to eat the hefty amount she usually enjoys there
The starlet took to Instagram on Tuesday to detail her battle with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and said managing her weight has been ‘a struggle’ ever since she was diagnosed.
She hit out at bullies who have ‘taunted’ her over the years as she posted a carefree holiday snapshot from her 20s on her Instagram page.
In a heartfelt caption, the TV personality acknowledged she looked ‘very slim’ in the photo and revealed she was diagnosed with the condition shortly after it was taken.
Way back when: Gemma Collins has discussed her gruelling polycystic ovary syndrome battle (PCOS) and revealed that it has caused her to gain weight over the years as she shared a throwback snap of herself in her 20s looking ‘very slim’ on Tuesday
Polycystic ovary syndrome is a hormonal disorder causing enlarged ovaries with small cysts on the outer edges. Symptoms include menstrual irregularity, excess hair growth, acne, and obesity.
Gemma said that she tries to ‘remain positive’ and urged her followers to be kind as health issues can cause people to be overweight rather than diet and exercise.
She penned: ‘As you can see guys when I was in my 20s I was very slim then I was told I had PCOS and it’s been a struggle ever since however I make the most of myself and remain positive because it’s what in your heart counts the most.
‘Sending love to all the PCOS sufferers it’s not easy and always be kind people people are not always over weight because of all the stereo typical bullying comments !!!
Before and after: Gemma has dropped an incredible three stone over the past year and has credited controversial SkinnyJab injections for her weight loss (before, left, and after, right)
Emotional: Gemma explained that shortly after the photo was taken, she was diagnosed with polycystic ovary syndrome and it’s been a ‘struggle’ to maintain her weight ever since
‘I CHOSE to RISE ABOVE and continued to promote body confidence even when I had my own personal struggles and the secret to my success was just being ME !
‘Lots of people have bullied me taunted me and also early on in the industry loose weight, your too fat to promote my brand !!! It’s endless !!! Cough cough …. where are you people now
‘WHERE AM I, RISE HIGHER always BELIEVE IN YOU, my heart has always been the same no matter of my size.’ (sic)
Gemma has dropped an incredible three stone over the past year and has credited controversial SkinnyJab injections for her weight loss.
Speaking out: Talking about her PCOS battle and her SkinnyJab injections further on her Instagram Story, she said: ‘I’ve always been up against it in the weight loss stakes. Even my friends say to me: “You don’t eat half of what we eat.” I’ve always been up against it!’
Lockdown: Gemma revealed she has been using the £250 jabs as well as exercising during lockdown
The TOWIE veteran also posted a before and after picture of herself to Instagram to show off her slimmed-down physique.
In the caption, Gemma credited the controversial £250 jabs for her weight loss and said the team have supported her through lockdown with weekly checkups and meal plans.
She proudly added: ‘I have always been body confident no matter of size.’
Talking about her PCOS battle and her SkinnyJab injections further on her Instagram Story, the reality star said: ‘A lot of people have been saying to me: “Gemma, you look amazing, how are you doing it?” SkinnyJab has helped me the whole way through.’
Controversial: Gemma showed off the SkinnyJab injection and explained to her 1.8 million followers how she uses it, she injects it into her tummy area or top of her thigh once a week
Gemma revealed she has been using the £250 jabs as well as exercising during lockdown.
She added: ‘I have got to say, it has helped me so much. I genuinely, as someone who has suffered with their weight through PCOS, I’ve got a condition, polycystic ovary syndrome battle. Long story, it goes on forever.’
Gemma explained that her body produces more insulin and her pancreas can’t break it down so it turns it into sugar and then fat.
She emotionally added: ‘I’ve always been up against it in the weight loss stakes. Even my friends say to me: “You don’t eat half of what we eat.” I’ve always been up against it, it’s old news.’
PCOS battle: She added: ‘I have got to say, it has helped me so much. I genuinely, as someone who has suffered with their weight through PCOS, I’ve got a condition, polycystic ovary syndrome battle. Long story, it goes on forever.’
She continued: ‘I have never been one of those people who are able to indulge without gaining 6lbs, because I’ve got PCOS and I think I’ve just been unlucky guys.’
Gemma then showed off the SkinnyJab injection and explained to her 1.8 million followers how she uses it, she injects it into her tummy area or top of her thigh once a week.
The SkinnyJab website boasts that the jabs ‘regulate the glucose level in your blood, allowing your body to use your stored fat for energy’.
This means that you can safely consume small portions without experiencing the undesired effects of starvation mode.
Claims: The SkinnyJab website boasts that the jabs ‘regulate the glucose level in your blood, allowing your body to use your stored fat for energy’
Gemma has previously spoke about PCOS condition and revealed in 2018 that she was taking hormone tablets to treat it.
The star also revealed that she was told it would be difficult to conceive but doctors have told her she can still get pregnant.
She said at the time to new! magazine: ‘I had some devastating news that it wouldn’t easy for me to have children. Just recently I got a second opinion.
‘My follicles have started growing again, which was absolutely amazing. I burst into tears when I found out, I was like, “Is this happening?”
Adding: ‘The doctor said to me, “You’re under no pressure – there’s no rush.” That was the most amazing day of my life so far this year.’
Candid: Gemma has previously spoke about PCOS condition and revealed in 2018 that she was taking hormone tablets to treat it, she was told it would be difficult to conceive but doctors have told her she can still get pregnant