Shaira Diaz addresses weight gain, clarifies she is not yet pregnant: 'Stop body shaming'
Filipino actress Shaira Diaz has publicly addressed online criticism regarding her weight gain, clarifying that it is due to hormonal and metabolic issues related to PCOS. She urged the public to practice kindness and stop spreading false rumors about her being pregnant.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the ongoing issue of body shaming in the entertainment industry and the importance of public figures advocating for health awareness.
<p>Shaira Diaz has opened up about her weight gain and struggles with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) - now called polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) - while also clarifying that she is not yet pregnant.</p><p>On Facebook, Shaira acknowledged that she had gained weight and said she has been trying to lose it but admitted that the process has been difficult.</p><p>"I am aware that I gained weight, and I'm not proud of it. I'm trying, but it's really hard to lose weight. I'm dealing with metabolic and hormonal issues related to PCOS, and I'm sure many can relate to this struggle.
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