Kathy Bates Lost 100 Pounds and Here Are 3 Foods She Says She'll Never Eat Again
Famous Russian novelist Leo Tolstoy once said, "True life is lived when tiny changes occur." Kathy Bates lost 100 pounds on GLP-1 medication, and it was necessary that she make—and keep—many lifestyle changes to sustain her weight loss and live a happy, healthy future. One major change? She eliminated certain foods from her diet, and will never eat them again.
What To Know About Trigger Foods
Some foods can compromise weight maintenance after working so hard at losing it, mainly because of the cravings they trigger. These "trigger foods" may be high in calories, sugar, or fat content; they may also be low in nutrition—empty calories that don't fill you up. Simply put, trigger foods can totally mess up your metabolism. Any—or all—of these factors can cause you to overeat and put pounds back on.
Why Some Foods Make You Want More
Since that's not an option you'd want, educating yourself is always wise when embarking on a weight-loss journey, and learning what you should and shouldn't do while you are dieting – and beyond weight loss.
She Cut Back on Greasy, Processed Favorites Like Pizza
Bates swapped out her fast-food habits—things like burgers, pizza, and soda—for more nutritious and balanced options, like lean protein, grains, veggies, and fruits.
She Swapped Fast Food for Real Meals
"I ate because I was afraid, and I ate because it was a FU to my self esteem," Bates shared with PEOPLE.
The celeb became a more mindful eater and implemented a rule to stop eating after 8 p.m.
She Doesn't Completely Deprive Herself
Bates doesn't deprive herself from indulging every now and then, though. After all, sustainable weight loss and weight management in the long-term means treating yourself on an occasional basis!
She Still Enjoys a Treat Now and Then
"We've been having trucks come to the lot over at Paramount to thank the crew, and yesterday we had Pink's Hot Dogs," the actress shared (via PEOPLE). "Oh, my God, I hadn't had a hot dog in such a long time. Today I'm getting back on my track."
She Learned to Listen to Her Body
Overall, Bates has become more mindful of her eating habits and more in sync with her body's cues. The celeb has learned the importance of pushing her plate to the side once she's eaten enough.
Her Simple Trick to Stop Overeating
"It's communication between stomach and brain telling you you had enough. And what I discovered is if you listen to that sigh and push that plate away for just five minutes, you realize you're satisfied and you don't have to eat more," Bates shared with Extra.
To learn more about the celeb's weight-loss journey, check out Here's How Kathy Bates Lost 100 Pounds & Completely Transformed Her Body.
