Tammy Slaton has lost an incredible amount of weight and is determined to help other people do the same. The 38-year-old reality television star and social media influencer has always been an inspiration, but she's recently become determined to guide as many people as possible. Her weight-loss journey has been nothing short of incredible, so, understandably, a lot of people are inspired by Tammy. When the unscripted series premiered in 2020, she weighed over 600 pounds. By the time season three premiered, she had gained weight, weighing 725 pounds at her heaviest.
Tammy's quality of life was damaged by her size. She had limited mobility, needed constant assistance, and couldn't even leave the house without it being a big production involving a wheelchair, ramp, oxygen tank, and specialty van. The 1000-lb Sisters season 6 star was a prisoner of her own home. Still, she refused to commit to a diet and fitness plan. Everything changed after a health scare made Tammy realize that she wanted to live. Tammy turned her life around, and these days, she's the one trying to help other people lose weight.
How Tammy Lost 500 Pounds
Treatment & Surgery
When Tammy reached 725 pounds, she seemed to give up on herself entirely, as did almost everyone else. After she fell ill and was rushed to the hospital, she was put in a medically induced coma. When Tammy woke up a week later, she decided to focus on losing weight. She checked into a weight-loss rehab facility and focused on treating her lifelong food addiction. After having bariatric surgery, she lost an incredible 500 pounds.
Tammy Is An Inspiration
People Identify With The Fact That She's Not Perfect
One of the best things about 1000-lb Sisters is many people from all over the world are inspired by Slaton's weight-loss journeys. Tammy and her sister, 37-year-old Amy Slaton, weighed a combined 1,000 pounds when the show premiered. Their journeys haven't always been a straight line from point A to point B. While Amy lost weight early on, Tammy's path hasn't been as linear. Fans can identify with the sisters because people know what it's like to struggle to lose weight. The fact that Tammy was able to pull herself together is an inspiration.
Tammy's Weight Loss Tips
"I'm Growing Little By Little"
Tammy has always been active on social media, even before being cast in 1000-lb Sisters. She used to post more about fashion, but these days, she mostly posts about diet and nutrition. Tammy recently posted an Instagram video in which she shares a tip for getting more protein into her meals. She recommends blending cottage cheese and keeping it in the fridge, so it can be added to things like scrambled eggs, which makes them fluffier and more protein-rich. Tammy's caption reads, "When on a weight loss journey these tips have helped me maintain this lifestyle!"
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In another recent Instagram post, Tammy knows herself well and works within her limits, which is how she lost so much weight. She seems determined to guide other people on their health and fitness journeys.
Tammy Slaton |
38 years old |
Lost 500 pounds |
Amy Slaton |
37 years old |
Lost 169 pounds |
Chris Combs |
44 years old |
Lost 150 pounds |
Amanda Halterman |
44 years old |
Lost 31 pounds |
Misty Slaton Wentworth |
48 years old |
Lost 74 pounds |
Brittany Combs |
36 years old |
Unknown |
1000-lb Sisters seasons 1-6 can be streamed on Discovery+.
Sources: Tammy Slaton/Instagram, Tammy Slaton/Instagram
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