Healthy SAFFA in Mississippi

Healthy SAFFA in Mississippi 🇿🇦 Hi! I’m Zhnell, a South African living in Mississippi. This page is my real journey toward becoming healthier and happier—one choice at a time.

You’ll find the wins, the struggles, the plateaus, the treats, the lessons, and everything in between 💜

179.6 lbs. Size 12 pants. Size LARGE shirt. 🥹❤️I DID IT.But this post isn’t really about a number on a scale or a size o...
09/18/2026

179.6 lbs. Size 12 pants. Size LARGE shirt. 🥹❤️

I DID IT.

But this post isn’t really about a number on a scale or a size on a clothing tag.

I’ve struggled with my weight for most of my life, and unless you’ve lived with PMOS, it can be difficult to explain the mental and emotional battle that comes with it.

People see someone who is overweight and often assume they simply eat too much, don’t exercise enough, or don’t have enough discipline. What they don’t see is everything happening underneath the surface. They don’t see the hormones, inflammation, exhaustion, unpredictable changes in your body, or the frustration of doing everything you think you’re supposed to do and still not seeing the results you expected.

I’ve had to learn that making a “good” decision doesn’t automatically mean the scale will go down tomorrow. I’ve had to learn my body. I’ve had to learn to enjoy food differently instead of being afraid of it. I’ve learned that something my body handles perfectly well one day might leave me bloated and inflamed another day. I’ve learned to pay attention, adjust, and keep going instead of giving up.

And most of all, I’ve learned discipline.

Not perfection. Discipline.

Making the next better choice even after I made a not-so-great one. Getting back up when I was frustrated. Continuing when the scale didn’t move. Learning that one meal doesn’t ruin my progress, just like one healthy meal doesn’t create it.

Today I’m 179.6 lbs, down 84.4 lbs from 264 lbs. And yes, I nearly cried when I put on size 12 pants and a LARGE shirt this morning. 😂😭

But I want to say this too: your clothing size does not determine your beauty or your worth. I was worthy at 264 lbs, and I’m worthy at 179.6 lbs. ❤️

What makes me proudest isn’t the size 12.

It’s that I have energy again. I can get up and GO. I can do things with my kids. I can work, homeschool, run around, laugh and actually participate in my own life instead of feeling like my body is constantly holding me back. I finally understand so much more about what my body needs.

I’m still a work in progress. I still have goals. And PMOS didn’t magically disappear because I lost weight. I’m simply learning how to work with my body instead of constantly fighting against it.

So today I’m celebrating. 🥹

264 → 179.6 lbs.
84.4 lbs gone.
Size 12 pants.
Size LARGE shirt.

But most importantly…

Stronger. Healthier. Happier. More present. ❤️

And I’m incredibly proud of the woman who refused to give up. 🥹❤️

60 days no cheat challenge!!!!200.4lbs -183.9lbsTake the photos stay consistent you can do this!Kylie Stafford Thank you...
08/24/2026

60 days no cheat challenge!!!!
200.4lbs -183.9lbs

Take the photos stay consistent you can do this!

Kylie Stafford Thank you for sharing your journey and motivating others you certainly motivated me to get my health back not just for me but for my family!

06/24/2026

Day 1 of a New 30-Day Challenge ✨

As many of you know, I’ve been sharing my weight loss journey—the highs, the lows, the victories, and the setbacks.

Over the past few months, I’ve lost over 60 pounds, but one thing I’ve learned is that every body is different. Recently, I’ve been paying close attention to how certain foods make me feel, and I’ve noticed that dairy seems to cause inflammation, swelling, and joint discomfort for me.

So for the next 30 days, I’m doing a carnivore experiment to see how my body responds.

This isn’t medical advice, and I’m definitely not saying it’s the right choice for everyone. It’s simply me learning what works for my body.

Over the next month, I’ll be sharing:
🥩 What I eat
⚖️ Weight updates
💪 Energy levels
😴 Sleep
😊 Wins and struggles
🤔 What I’m learning along the way

My goal isn’t just weight loss anymore. It’s feeling healthy, strong, and comfortable in my own skin.

If you’re on a health journey too, whether you’re losing weight, gaining confidence, healing your relationship with food, or simply trying to make better choices, know that you’re not alone. Progress isn’t about perfection—it’s about showing up for yourself one day at a time.

Let’s see what the next 30 days bring! ❤️

06/23/2026

When life gets busy but you still have goals.

Sometimes life is busy and options are limited! Sometimes you need something quick and convenient.

For me, Sugar-Free Red Bull is one of those things that helps me stay on track and avoid grabbing something that doesn’t make me feel my best.

No, it’s not magic.
No, it’s not a meal replacement.
It’s simply one of the swaps that works for me on this journey.

Because healthy doesn’t have to mean perfect—it just has to be sustainable.

✨ No filters. No perfection. Just progress.

Some of My Favorite Low- & Zero-Calorie Drinks 🇿🇦💜One thing that has helped me on this journey is finding swaps that I g...
06/23/2026

Some of My Favorite Low- & Zero-Calorie Drinks 🇿🇦💜

One thing that has helped me on this journey is finding swaps that I genuinely enjoy.

I don’t believe you have to be miserable or give up everything you love to make progress.

These are a few of my current favorites:

🥤 Sugar-Free Red Bull
The original is my go-to, but I also love the White Peach and Watermelon flavors.

🥤 Bloom Sparkling Energy
The Crisp Apple and Strawberry Watermelon are really nice when I want something different.

🥤 Coke Zero
Sometimes I simply want something fizzy, and Coke Zero hits the spot.

🥤 Electrolytes and sparkling water are also staples for me.

And for my PCOS girls… if mornings are hard and you struggle to eat breakfast, a plant-based protein shake can be a lifesaver. I always check the labels and aim for:
✔️ Lower sugar
✔️ At least 20g of protein
✔️ 30g is even better

These aren’t magic drinks. They’re simply things I’ve found that help me stay consistent and make this lifestyle feel sustainable.

Because this journey isn’t about perfection. It’s about finding what works for YOU.

What are your favorite low- or zero-calorie drinks? I’d love some new ideas! 👇💜

🇿🇦 Healthy SAFFA in Mississippi

So many people have asked, “What did you do?”The honest answer? A little bit of everything, and none of it was magic.Yes...
06/22/2026

So many people have asked, “What did you do?”

The honest answer? A little bit of everything, and none of it was magic.

Yes, I used a 💉to help me. I’m not ashamed of that. But it didn’t magically fix everything.

My journey started in June 2024. Since then, there have been plateaus, victories, tears, hospital visits, infertility struggles, healing from trauma, and learning what my body can and cannot tolerate.

I did carnivore for two weeks and slowly added foods back in. I discovered that dairy gives me crippling joint pain, so now I drink almond milk instead.

But the biggest change wasn’t the number on the scale. It was healing my relationship with food.

Weight loss for me was never about having the body society says is beautiful. I believe we are fearfully and wonderfully made.

For me, this journey is about being healthy, being present, and having the energy to do things with my kids instead of watching from the sidelines.

I’m not trying to become someone else. I’m becoming a healthier version of the woman God created me to be.

💜 No filters. No perfection. Just progress.

🇿🇦 Healthy SAFFA in Mississippi

06/22/2026

🇿🇦💜 Welcome to Healthy SAFFA in Mississippi! 💜🇿🇦

Hi! I’m Zhnell.

I’m just a South African girl finding her way to health in the South.

This page isn’t about perfection. It’s about becoming healthier one choice at a time and sharing the real journey along the way.

You’ll see:
💜 The victories
💜 The setbacks
💜 The plateaus
💜 The treats
💜 The lessons
💜 The moments I want to quit
💜 The moments I realize how far I’ve come

The blue sweater was where I started.

The purple shirt is where I am today.

And the rest of my story? It’s still being written.

If you’re finding your way too, you’re welcome here. Grab a coffee and let’s encourage each other because none of us are meant to do this alone.

✨ No filters. No perfection. Just progress.

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