'I'll have to fight for the rest of my life': Nadia Sawalha opens up on her weight loss 'war' since hitting the menopause on Loose Women

Published: 15:28 GMT, 4 November 2016 | Updated: 16:17 GMT, 4 November 2016

e-mail

154

View
comments

She has been vocal in the past about her weight loss struggles.

And now Nadia Sawalha is opening up once again about her health woes, admitting trying to lose weight since she hit the menopause has been 'a war'.

Speaking on Loose Women on Friday, the 51-year-old presenter - who lost an incredible four stone five years ago - admitted she thought people used the menopause as an 'excuse' for not loosing weight.

Scroll down for video

Getting candid: Nadia Sawalha is opening up once again about her health woes, admitting she is struggling to lose weight ever since she hit the menopause

She said: 'Originally about five years ago, I lost four stone. I was in the obese range.

'And then I fluctuated like we all do. Like I say show me a season, I'll show you a stone.

She added: 'But when I went into my menopause two years ago, I’ve been gradually putting weight on again. Probably 10,11, 12 pounds - probably 14 but I'm only good to 12.'

'I don't care what anybody says, it is harder once you have your menopause to lose weight. And I always thought that was an excuse.'

Opening up: Nadia - pictured in 2006 - revealed she was catergorised in the 'obese range' before she lost weight

Getting passionate about the topic, the former CBB star insisted since turning 50, loosing weight has been 'a war' which the studio audience applauded in agreement.

She said frankly: 'It's always hard to lose weight, let's be honest, it's a war. Hitting 50 and putting on weight, it's been so much harder to lose it.

'I've had to really up my exercise, I'm just really, really good on my food. I do this thing where I fast for 16 hours a day and then eat for eight.

Before she concluded: 'I do see it as a bit of a war, that I'm going to have to keep fighting for the rest of my life.'

No 'excuse': Speaking on Loose Women on Friday, the 51-year-old presenter - who lost an incredible four stone five years ago - admitted she thought people used the menopause as an 'excuse' for not loosing weight

Weightloss 'war': Getting passionate about the topic, Nadia insisted since turning 50, loosing weight has been 'a war' which the studio audience applauded in agreement

Cut a shap silhouette in a tailored LBD like Nadia's

£129

Diva Catwalk Ezra Dress

9 til 5 and beyond

Buy now

Who hasn't imagined themselves as a Hollywood film star like Audrey Hepburn cutting a stylish silhouette in a little black dress? As Nadia Sawalha shows in her Diva Catwalk frock, an LBD is a perennial favourite.

Nadia chose a conservative number, which has bracelet-length sleeves, a knee-length skirt and a demure neckline that highlights the delicate clavicle area.

Really, it's a foolproof choice as its dark palette provides an unfussy base that lets her natural personality shine. And, if she chooses to she can reconfigure it a myriad of ways at the drop of a hat. She could vamp it up with a pair of fishnet tights and pumps or tone it down with ballet flats and a swing coat.

If you've taken a fancy to Nadia's dress then you can purchase it online right now. However, do take a look at our carousel below for more options to chose from.

* PRICES MAY NOT BE AS ADVERTISED

...NOW GET ONE LIKE IT FOR LESS

Getting candid about her weightloss struggle, Nadia revealed she attended Overeaters Anonymous - a self help group for people who have issues with food - and frankly admitted food is her addiction.

She weighed in: 'I went to overeaters anonymous, it's basically a self help group where people talk to each other about issues around food.

'I really believe, not everybody, but a lot of people that put on weight eat emotionally so we talk about swallowing our feelings.

'We put all these things into our head, saying "we deserve it", "this is a treat", "oh I've had a terrible day"'.

Dealing with addictions: Nadia revealed she attended overeaters anonymous - a self help group for people who have issues with food - and frankly admitted food is her addiction

On a journey: Despite her battle with weight, Nadia was sure to flaunt her incredible hourglass curves in a figure-flattering black midi dress on the show

'Rather like someone would come home to relax or deal with the challenges of the deal grab a bottle of wine. I tend to go to food rather than wine. My drug of choice is food.'

Nadia previously spoke out about her own journey with body confidence following her battle with her weight.

At her smallest, in 2010, she slimmed down to 9st and released a fitness DVD, but claimed the weight was too hard to maintain.

Three years later, her weight had crept up to 10st 2lbs, but she revealed she was far happier with her curvier shape.

Body confidence: Nadia previously spoke out about her own journey with body confidence following her battle with her weight

'There’s a lot of pressure when you get to an 8-10 to stay that size, but it’s really hard to maintain,' Nadia told Closer magazine at the time.

'To be that small I wouldn’t be able to have cake or a few glasses of wine on occasion. It’s no fun. I like that I have more of an hourglass shape now – I’m all woman.'

Despite her battle with weight, Nadia was sure to flaunt her incredible hourglass curves in a figure-flattering black midi dress on the ITV stalwart.