1000-lb SistersstarTammy Slatonhas changed so much since she made her television debut in 2020. Her recent message to fans is a tribute to how far she’s come. The beloved unscripted show follows 38-year-old Tammy and her 37-year-old sister, Amy Slaton, as they pursue their health and fitness transformations. During the show’s pilot episode, Amy and Tammy weighed over a thousand combined pounds, but they’ve since dropped an incredible amount of weight.
The1000-lb Sistersseason 6stars struggled with weight throughout their whole lives. When the show premiered in 2020, Amy weighedover 400 pounds, and Tammy weighed over 600pounds. Tammy would ultimately weigh over 725 pounds. After falling sick, Tammy got bariatric surgery and dropped an incredible amount of weight. Since losing weight, Tammy has focused on pursuing her goals and inspiring others to do the same.
How Tammy Slaton Lost 500 Pounds
Duodenal Switch
Weight loss isn’t always linear, and Tammy’s had her share of ups and downs over the years. With her life on the line, the1000-lb Sistersseason 6 starhad a bariatric surgical procedure known as a duodenal switchin July 2022. According to theCleveland Clinic, a duodenal switch modifies the stomach and small intestine, restricting how much food the stomach can hold and how much nutrition the small intestine can absorb. After surgery,Tammy lost an incredible 500 pounds.
Tammy’s Latest Message
“Fill Your Cup First”
Tammyrecently posted an inspiring message to her fans on Instagram. In the clip, the1000-lb Sistersseason 6 star imparts some advice. She recommendspeople take care of themselves before taking care of anyoneelse. “Fill your cup first,” Tammy wisely suggests.Tammy’s changed a great dealover the years, and Tammy recently announced that she was ready to start dating again.
Tammy Inspires Fans
“You Are Such An Inspiration”
One of the best things about1000-lb Sistersis thatthe show inspires people all over the world. Watching theSlaton siblings pursue their weight-loss goalsbrings so many people together. Fans took to the comment section of Tammy’s post to tell her what an inspiration she is. “You are such an inspiration to others that are on that journey,” wrote one adoring fan. Tammy seems much more grounded these days, and she’s happy to share her newfound wisdom.
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