Kelly Clarkson and Whoopi Goldberg Share Weight Loss Secrets: Medical Assistance and Healthy Habits

Kelly Clarkson and Whoopi Goldberg have revealed their weight loss journeys, acknowledging the use of weight-loss drugs and emphasizing the importance of healthy choices. Clarkson's health concerns prompted her to seek medical assistance, while Goldberg's transformation is attributed to a combination of medication and lifestyle changes.

Kelly Clarkson admits to taking weight-loss drug because 'my blood work got so bad'

Kelly Clarkson and Whoopi Goldberg Open Up About Weight Loss Transformations

For months, fans have been speculating about the reasons behind Kelly Clarkson's noticeable weight loss. Now, the Grammy Award-winning artist has decided to set the record straight. During a candid conversation on Monday's episode of "The Kelly Clarkson Show," Clarkson and guest Whoopi Goldberg shared their individual experiences with physical transformations, revealing their reliance on weight-loss medications.

Kelly Clarkson admits to taking weight-loss drug because 'my blood work got so bad'

"Every time I run into you, you look younger! You're like Benjamin Button," Clarkson remarked to Goldberg, co-host of "The View." "It's like crazy every time you walk in!"

"First of all, it's all the weight I've lost," Goldberg explained. "I've lost almost two people. I am doing that wonderful shot that works for folks who need some help, and it's been really good for me."

Kelly Clarkson admits to taking weight-loss drug because 'my blood work got so bad'

Clarkson, addressing her own weight loss journey, stated, "Mine is a different one than people assume, but I ended up having to do that too because my blood work got so bad. My doctor chased me for two years, and I was like, 'No, I'm afraid of it.' I already have thyroid problems. Everybody thinks it's Ozempic, but it's not. It's something else."

"It's something that aids in helping break down the sugar," Clarkson continued, explaining that her body "doesn't do it right."

Earlier this year, Clarkson revealed that her weight loss journey began when doctors advised her to shed some pounds. At the time, she attributed her success to a healthy diet.

"I eat a healthy mix," she told People magazine. "I dropped weight because I’ve been listening to my doctor — a couple years I didn’t. And 90% of the time I’m really good at it because a protein diet is good for me anyway. I’m a Texas girl, so I like meat — sorry, vegetarians in the world!"

In February, Clarkson confided in guest actor Kevin James that she had been pre-diabetic.

"Well, I was told I was pre-[diabetic]," Clarkson admitted. "That was literally what happened … I wasn’t like shocked. I was a tiny bit overweight," the singer said.

"They were like, you're pre-diabetic, you're right on the borderline. I was like, ‘But I’m not there yet!'," she joked.

"Then I waited two years," she said of taking action, only after things progressed. That's when she decided to "do something about it."

Clarkson is among many celebrities who have acknowledged the use of popular weight-loss drugs, particularly Ozempic. Last year, Oprah Winfrey opened up about her decision to use a weight-loss drug to combat her lifelong battle with fluctuating weight.

"I realized I’d been blaming myself all these years for being overweight, and I have a predisposition that no amount of willpower is going to control. Obesity is a disease," she told People. "It’s not about willpower – it's about the brain."

"The fact that there's a medically approved prescription for managing weight and staying healthier, in my lifetime, feels like relief, like redemption, like a gift, and not something to hide behind and once again be ridiculed for," Winfrey said. "I’m absolutely done with the shaming from other people and particularly myself."

While weight-loss medications can be effective for some individuals, it's crucial to emphasize the importance of balanced nutrition and regular exercise as essential components of a healthy weight management plan. Consulting with a healthcare professional is always advisable before making any significant changes to one's diet or fitness routine.