The Inspiring Health Challenge That Helped These 5 Women Lose a Combined 213 Pounds
Learn how these women lost weight, gained energy, and improved their heart health—and how you can too.
If your health is holding you back from doing the things you love, you’re not alone. Just one year ago, the five women of the 2017 Woman's Day Live Longer and Stronger Challenge knew there had to be a better way to live. They felt stressed, exhausted, and discouraged by health tests. But with guidance from Woman's Day nutrition expert Joy Bauer, R.D.N., and help from experts at Mayo Clinic, they completely changed their habits over an eight-month period. The result? A total of 213 pounds lost and improved blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels. Now they can lead the vibrant lives they’ve always wanted.
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