The singer changed her lifestyle by cutting out treats to lose weight. Despite facing health challenges, she remains positive and looks even better than when she first gained fame.
Susan Boyle won hearts over a decade ago when she gained fame on a British TV show. A health scare later inspired her to adopt healthier habits, leading to an impressive transformation through her weight-loss journey.
Boyle’s journey began with one of the most unforgettable auditions in “Britain’s Got Talent” history. In 2009, she amazed both the judges and the audience with her performance of “I Dreamed a Dream” from Les Misérables.
Her performance propelled her from an unknown woman in a small Scottish village to a global sensation, with millions of albums sold. Nearly a decade later, in January 2019, Boyle returned to the spotlight on “America’s Got Talent” during Golden Buzzer week, and again the following month, proving her star power remained as strong as ever.
Boyle’s impressive discography showcases her vocal talent, with albums such as I Dreamed a Dream (2009), The Gift (2010), and Ten (2019). Her successful body of work has not only brought her significant financial success but also solidified her legacy as a remarkable artist.
While thriving in her career, the actress has also dealt with personal health challenges, including her 2013 diagnosis of Asperger’s syndrome.
Although she acknowledged that discussing the condition can be “difficult,” she faces it with resilience and optimism. The singer shared, “It’s a very difficult subject to talk about because you always feel that eyes are on you, and people view you as different.”
However, Boyle sees her condition as something she can manage, crediting coping strategies for helping her navigate it. She hopes to raise awareness and inspire others, reminding them that a diagnosis doesn’t have to limit their potential. “You can go out and achieve whatever you darn well want!” the star added.
In addition to embracing the challenges of Asperger’s syndrome, Boyle has also faced other health concerns, including a diagnosis of Type 2 diabetes. In 2016, doctors advised her to lose over 28 pounds to manage the condition.
Reflecting on the change, Boyle, who admits that chocolate is her guilty pleasure, revealed, “I needed to stop eating sweeties and cakes. It’s the bane of my life. I had to lose the weight for my health.”
Despite her love for chocolate, the Scottish native has successfully managed her sweet cravings after her Type 2 diabetes diagnosis. Initially, friends observed that she struggled to let go of her favorite treats, sometimes sneaking snacks and leaving the wrappers behind as evidence.
However, Boyle has since fully committed to her health, diligently following her doctor’s advice and managing her condition with medication.
In a past interview, a close friend shared, “At the moment, she is able to control the condition with tablets. But friends have warned her that if she doesn’t stop eating sweets and chocolate, she will need to start injecting herself with insulin. That’s the last thing she and those around her want.”
Committed to managing her health, Boyle embraced a more active lifestyle to aid her weight-loss journey. She incorporated walking, exercise, and swapped candies for fruits as part of her new routine.
Embracing movement in new ways, Boyle showcased some trendy dance moves in her first-ever TikTok video in 2020. She also revealed that she had performed a few dance routines during her tour that same year.