I grew up in a traditional Mexican family that loved to eat rice, beans, and tortillas. But I also ate a lot of processed foods, like chips, sandwiches, and cereal. I grew up overweight. As I got older, I felt embarrassed about myself and my weight (298 pounds). I wasn’t the person I wanted to be, so I went on various fad diets (lots of meal replacement shakes). Any time I lost weight, I’d eventually gain it all back. At 26, I realized I had to start loving myself before anyone else could love me. View this post on […]
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