7 Year Old Releases Book on Obesity and Bullying

It's not everyday you hear of a 7 year old publishing a book, but 7 year old LaNiya Bailey has done just that by publishing a book about obesity and bullying.  LaNiya's book was inspired by her own weight struggles which started at the tender age of three.  Despite consulting with their family pediatrician, LaNiya's parents knew something was wrong when her weight continued increasing rapidly, spiraling to over 100 pounds by the time she reached age 7.  LaNiya unfortunately has been the victim of bullying as a result of her weight but has used her experiences to in-turn help other kids in dealing similar issues by publishing her self-titled book, "Not Fat Because I Wanna Be".  LaNiya message is clear and simple, she wants people to know that "bullying isn't cool" and hopes her book will make a difference in the lives of children her age.  


So inspiring to see a young child using her experiences to inspire and instill hope in other children!

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Janet Jackson in Harper's Bazaar Arabia

In the November issue of Harper Bazaar Janet Jackson dishes on life including her brother's death, her new relationship with her new beau, her life long battles with weight loss and her new book, "True You".


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Jennifer Hudson Ebony Magazine Feature

Don't miss the December/January issue of Ebony Magazine with Jennifer Hudson.  In this issue, Jennifer opens up about her relationship with fiancee David Otunga, being a mother and her amazing weight loss transformation.  

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Mariah Carey Joins Forces with Jenny Craig

"I feel better in every way...to me, it's mind, body and soul. I was in a bad place physically during my pregnancy."


Looks like Jenny Craig has added another household name to their camp after joining forces with Mariah Carey and signing her up as their new celebrity spokesperson.  Carey started the program in July and has lost a total of 30 pounds in the process.  In a recent interview with Gayle King, Carey told King that she was approached by three different weight loss companies while pregnant, but picked Jenny Craig because she clicked with company reps and loved the fact that they had a vision beyond that of weight loss.  


For someone who has experienced her share of emotional and weight-loss struggles, Carey is in a much better place and is using her success with Jenny in hopes of inspiring others to follow in her foot-steps.