Christina Philips From ‘My 600-lb-Life’ Is Now Living Her Best Life

Not everybody is successful with this type of weight loss therapy but Christina was successful. She entered therapy, determined to understand why she overate, and what she could do to fix the problem.

The doctor said: “Severe obesity is a complex physical and psychological condition with many components. Not realizing how much of their struggle is psychological and not just physical can be the biggest obstacle for change with patients. Many refuse to admit they have any emotional compulsions or compulsive psychological disorders driving them to overeat.”

These days, Phillips is able to do the more simple things in life and she finds a lot of happiness and satisfaction in doing so. She said: “The simple things in life are enjoyable to me. I know that seems silly but it’s the honest answer. Just walking and being able to go to the park with my nephew. [It’s] the most simple thing like taking him to the park or going shopping or driving.

I’m so much more happier now. Being able to wake up in the morning and get out of bed without feeling like I’m gonna die, I thank God every morning for that. I am so blessed to have a second chance at life.”

In an interview, she said: “I stay on track by staying away from simple carbs, such as soda, sugar, chips, and processed foods. I make sure I log everything I eat so that I’m staying accountable as well. I also meal prep most of my foods so everything is ready, and I’m not mindlessly grazing. Making sure I get at least 10,000 steps per day and going to the gym at least four times per week has also helped me maintain my weight.