Recently, Fajah Lourens made headlines by distancing herself from fully endorsing her Killerbody diet. But is that accurate? We spoke directly with Fajah herself.
"I still fully support my diet, but I've learned that diets often deliver only temporary results. Without self-acceptance and love for who you are right now, weight loss may happen short-term, but it won't lead to true happiness. Happiness isn't tied to your weight—yet many believe it is. They expect slimming down to bring joy, but without inner happiness, the weight returns quickly."
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"After researching those who sustained results versus those who relapsed, I found a clear pattern. Relapsers often battled negative self-image, berating themselves with thoughts like: 'I'm fat,' 'I'm ugly,' 'My skin looks terrible,' 'I can't do this anyway.' People frequently assume unhappiness stems from excess weight, but in truth, being overweight often results from underlying unhappiness."
"I interviewed diverse followers of my diet. Four years later, half had made it a lasting lifestyle, while the other half hadn't. Success stories came from those who were fundamentally happy, free of unresolved trauma or chronic stress. They started without knowledge of balanced nutrition, macros, or healthy fats—insights they gained from my books."
"Relapsers, however, struggled with low self-confidence, poor self-esteem, or external pressures. Addressing these root issues first, while cultivating self-love and accountability, enables real transformation. Change arises from love, not resistance."
I'm relaunching the Killerbody Diet on January 7th, enriched with insights on the subconscious, real interviews, success stories, and daily motivational exercises to build self-love and positivity.
Coach and psychologist Henrike Weerstand (author of Intuitive Eating) details how to break limiting patterns, with interview analyses helping readers identify and resolve core issues.
I've also added content on animal suffering to heighten awareness of food choices, including 12-week vegan and vegetarian plans.
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