Reality TV star says weight loss drugs helped her lose 30lb

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27 Jan 2026 • 12:20 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • Real Housewives star Heather Gay has revealed she lost 30 pounds using GLP-1 weight loss medication.
  • Gay began taking the medication in 2023 and has successfully maintained her weight loss for a year.
  • Initially, she made few lifestyle changes, but later incorporated an Atkins eating plan and increased her physical activity, including yoga and cycling.
  • She expressed that the GLP-1s, combined with dietary and exercise adjustments, have shifted her self-perception, stating that 'it's just about science' rather than willpower.
  • Gay has defended her decision to use GLP-1s, asserting she is 'done with shame' and feels comfortable and healthy in her body.

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