During a TikTok Live on Tuesday, April 22, the Grammy-winning singer opened up about her weight loss, struggles with anxiety, and a surprising reason she ditched her daily Starbucks habit. The 36-year-old pop star got honest and real with fans, sharing how much her body and mind have changed since 2023.
“I had to start making better choices,” Lizzo told her followers. “I was drinking two or three Starbucks drinks a day — that’s like 1,200 calories!”
She explained that she gave up coffee not just for the calories, but also to help calm her anxiety. “I needed to regulate my nervous system,” she said. “I was feeling too jittery and stressed.”
Lizzo shared that she’s changed the way she eats, too. Instead of sugary breakfasts, she now starts her day with something more filling and savory.
“I like almond butter and toast,” she said. “Everybody’s body is different. You have to find what works for you.”
She also added that one thing she believes works for everyone is the basic science of “calories in versus calories out.” That means burning more calories than you take in, also known as a calorie deficit.
“I don’t believe in counting every single calorie,” she explained, “but I use it as a tool to fight against the American food system.”
It wasn’t just her diet that changed — Lizzo also worked hard on her mental health. She’s battled anxiety for years, and she said learning to slow down was key.
“I used to distract myself with food, people, even problems,” she said. “But I stopped doing that. I started focusing on me.”
She talked about spending time alone — but in a healthy way. “I isolated a little bit, but not in a sad, depressed way. I just needed peace and quiet. I needed space to breathe.”
Through meditation and mindfulness, she started to feel stronger and more balanced.
“I finally felt lighter — not just physically, but emotionally and energetically,” she said.
Even with all the changes, Lizzo is still a strong voice for body positivity. She didn’t lose weight to fit into anyone else’s idea of beauty — she did it for herself.
“This journey is about being happy,” she said. “It’s about being the real me.”
And her fans are here for it.
One person commented, “Lizzo, you’re such an inspiration. Thank you for being honest.”
Another said, “You look amazing, but more importantly, you sound amazing. So proud of you!”
So, whether she’s on stage or on TikTok, Lizzo is proving that true strength comes from within — and sometimes from saying goodbye to a Frappuccino or two.
Related topics:
