Poongja laments weight regain after 33kg loss: 'Gained 6kg after trip' on 'Radio Star'
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- South Korean broadcaster Poongja, known for her weight loss journey, expressed frustration over regaining weight after a significant 33kg reduction.
- She appeared on the MBC entertainment show 'Radio Star' for a 'big eaters' special, lamenting her weight gain of 6kg after a trip.
- Poongja previously lost 33kg, fitting into an XL size from 4XL, but is now struggling with yo-yo dieting.
South Korean entertainer Poongja, who previously captivated audiences with a 33kg weight loss, is now facing the common challenge of weight regain. Appearing on the MBC entertainment program 'Radio Star' for a special episode titled 'Big Eaters,' Poongja expressed her dismay at regaining 6kg after a recent trip.
Her journey had been a significant one, transforming her size from 4XL to XL. However, the yo-yo effect of dieting has become a point of frustration for the popular broadcaster. The episode, which also featured guests Kim Sung-ryung, U-Know Yunho, and Heo Kyung-hwan, highlighted Poongja's struggle with maintaining her weight loss.
The segment focused on Poongja's candid discussion about her ongoing battle with her appetite and the difficulties of keeping the lost weight off, resonating with many viewers who have experienced similar challenges.
I lost 33kg, but I can't escape the yo-yo effect. I gained 6kg after a trip.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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