Amber Rushdie grew up in a wealthy and supportive home. As the only child, she was the center of her parents’ world. They gave her everything—fancy clothes, expensive toys, and even sent her to one of the best schools.
But along with the love came something else: constant treats. Cookies, cakes, chocolate, peanut butter—Amber was surrounded by sweets from a very young age.
Food quickly became more than just a source of enjoyment for her—it became a way to feel comforted and cared for. By the time she was five, Amber already weighed 75 kilograms. At the time, her parents didn’t see it as a serious problem.
By 18, her weight had reached 220 kilograms. Still, she didn’t feel isolated. At 15, Amber met Chris, and the two fell in love. They were happy together, and after six years of dating, they got married.
Chris was kind and supportive, but he also showed love through food—cooking big meals and bringing her treats. Amber continued gaining weight, and by 24, she weighed around 300 kilograms. She was no longer able to get up without help, and most cars couldn’t support her size.
She spent hours watching movies about slim, confident women. Sometimes she cried, wishing she could look like them. But instead of changing, she would turn to food for comfort again.
Her health began to suffer—high blood pressure, swollen legs, joint pain. She felt trapped in her own body.
Then one day, everything changed. Something inside her said, “This can’t go on.” That was her turning point.
Amber committed herself to changing her life. At first, the progress was slow—but soon, she had lost 200 kilograms. She kept going, dropping another 20, and eventually another 10.
In the end, she brought her weight down to just 70 kilograms.
Her body became lighter, healthier, and more active. But what truly transformed was how she saw herself. She gained confidence, energy, and most of all, a deep love for the woman she had become.
