9. Rob Kardashian
The reality star was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes in 2015. Rob Kardashian has struggled with weight gain and has lost nearly fifty pounds since his diagnosis.
His diagnosis was a wake call that he decided to turn his life around. He has resorted to cooking and eating healthy meals.
Aside from eating a healthy diet, he sees a personal trainer to stay fit. He gets support from his famous family, who encourage him to stay on course.
His weight loss has changed him dramatically, boosting his self-confidence. Although he isn’t as visible as his famous family, Rob focuses on his wellness journey by staying healthy.
8. George Lucas
At age 23, George Lucas learned he had diabetes and was not able to serve his country in the Vietnam War.
However, this didn’t slow down his film career. He used to write and shoot films even if his condition was not well controlled.
The condition did not prevent him from making many of his most famous films. As a result, he has been credited with inventing the THX sound system, a groundbreaking technology that is now widely used in the film industry.
George Lucas is said to have inherited the disease from his paternal grandfather. By controlling his blood glucose levels for over 50 years, he has set an incredible example for millions of people across the world who suffer from diabetes.
7. Meghan Trainor
The Grammy winner’s first pregnancy hit its first bump during her second trimester. Meghan Trainor was diagnosed with gestational diabetes, a condition that affects six to nine percent of pregnant women in the United States.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), between two and three percent of pregnancies are affected by this condition each year.
The condition occurs when a pregnant woman can’t produce enough insulin to transport blood sugar to the baby’s cells for energy. Fortunately, the condition is treatable.
Trainor said that she is grateful to have the knowledge to deal with it and continue her career.
