Josie Gibson has addressed weeks of speculation about her dramatic weight loss, insisting that the rumours she used weight loss injections are false. The This Morning presenter revealed that her 2.5 stone transformation is the result of a hectic life as a working mother, not so-called 'fat jabs'. In a new interview with The Sun, she expressed frustration at the repeated assumptions that she relied on medical aids to slim down.
Busy Lifestyle Behind the Transformation
Gibson said that people often assume she used diet injections, but the reality is far more mundane. 'The amount of people that have gone: "Fat jabs, fat jabs, fat jabs!"' she told The Sun. She pointed to her daily routine, which includes 'running around the country, balancing work commitments, raising her son, overseeing a house build and keeping on top of household chores'. According to Gibson, this constant activity has been the main driver of her weight loss, alongside a healthier diet.
While she admitted that an effortless solution sounds appealing, Gibson said she is wary of the potential side effects reported with weight loss injections. 'If somebody gave me a miracle thing and said: "Here you go, you're going to be skinny," and there were no side effects, that would be amazing,' she said. However, concerns about hair loss and digestive issues have deterred her from trying them.
Medical Condition Lipoedema Diagnosed
Gibson has been open about undergoing surgery for an unrelated medical condition. Earlier this year, she spent around £7,000 on liposuction to treat lipoedema in her arms. Lipoedema is a long-term condition involving abnormal fat build-up, typically affecting the legs, hips, buttocks and arms. The NHS notes that it differs from obesity and can impact physical and emotional wellbeing.
Receiving the diagnosis was a revelation for Gibson. 'It was a light-bulb moment,' she explained. 'I was told: "You can't out-train lipoedema." It was heartbreaking, but it all made sense.' The condition had long affected her confidence, and she once 'hated the way she looked' and felt held back by it.
Additional Surgery and Recovery
In March, Gibson documented a further stage of her treatment: a brachioplasty, or arm lift, following the liposuction. She shared that surgeons removed 45% of tissue from her arms, as she had long felt self-conscious despite regular exercise. Her recovery involved a comprehensive wellness routine, including home workouts, walking on a treadmill, collagen supplements, electrolytes, and regular lymphatic drainage treatments. She also learned more about the lymphatic system.
Gibson revealed she uses NAD+ and glutathione injections, rented a hyperbaric oxygen chamber for several months during recovery, and even built a copper pyramid for meditation and energy healing. These practices have supported both her recovery and overall health.
Focus on Health Over Speculation
Now, Gibson is focused on feeling healthier rather than responding to online assumptions. She hopes that by sharing her story, she can help others with similar conditions. 'It's about being healthy, not about looking a certain way,' she said. Her journey highlights the importance of understanding underlying medical issues rather than jumping to conclusions about weight loss methods.
