Ghanaian gospel sensation Celestine Donkor has addressed recent rumors about her considering weight loss surgery, firmly denying any plans for such a procedure.
Speaking out against societal pressures and emphasizing self-acceptance, Donkor highlighted the importance of prioritizing health and rejecting unrealistic beauty standards.
During an interview on Hitz FM’s Daybreak Hitz with Doreen Avio, Donkor clarified that while she acknowledges the pressure to conform to certain appearance norms, she prioritises her well-being.
“I am plus size but very active. I might even overtake a lot of slim people in a marathon. The fat is in my genes, my family, we are big. I have never had high blood pressure or anything. I do regular check-ups and drink a lot of water, and I have enough rest, so health-wise, I am fine.”
She mentioned her active lifestyle, regular health check-ups, and family history of being plus-sized but healthy, countering assumptions that her weight poses serious health risks.
Furthermore, Donkor expressed her aversion to surgical interventions, citing her fear of knives and previous experiences with incisions during childbirth.
“I can confidently say here that personally if I have GH¢40,000 or GH¢50,000 to work on this body, I will invest in my soul. This body will perish, no matter how slim and nicely carved it is.
“The worthless creature after death is the human body; even animal body has value because we use them as food, but for humans, the body is no longer worthy than to be trashed.”
Instead of opting for surgery, she advocates for healthier alternatives like dieting, exercise, and intermittent fasting.
Despite offers of financial support for surgery, Donkor reiterated her commitment to investing in her spiritual and mental well-being rather than altering her physical appearance.
She urged her fans to accept her as she is, rejecting societal pressures and affirming her stance on self-love and body positivity.
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I did not undergo weight loss surgery – Celestine Donkor clears the air#sms
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