Singer Melissa “Lizzo” Jefferson recently opened up about the eating habits that helped her hit her “weight release goal” in January 2025. In a candid chat with Women’s Health, she broke down her daily meals and the shift behind her success.
She described her breakfast routine as:
- Two scrambled eggs
- Chicken sausage
- A cauliflower hash brown
For lunch, she alternates strategically between:
- A shredded Thai chicken salad
- Tuna-stuffed lettuce wraps
- Plain sliced chicken breast
When it comes to dinner, Lizzo sticks with a nutrient-dense, early-evening meal:
- Turkey meatloaf
- Cauliflower mashed potatoes
- Steamed green beans
She insists on eating before 5 P.M. to help manage her gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). “My body needs time to digest so the acid doesn’t come up when I sleep,” she explained.
From Vegan to Whole Foods
Lizzo went vegan in 2020 but says she “wasn’t getting the nutrients my body needed.” She told Women’s Health, “My diet was basically bread, soy, cashew cheese, and meat substitutes.”
By transitioning to whole foods—including lean proteins like beef, chicken, and fish—she found meals more satisfying and less calorie-dense. She also mentioned trying semaglutide (Ozempic) briefly but leaned on diet and mindset for lasting results, stating she “tried everything,” including that prescription drug, before settling into her natural path.
Lizzo emphasizes that this journey wasn’t about losing weight to meet a beauty standard. “This s**t is hard,” she said, affirming pride in the effort—Ozempic or not. She defines her goal as “big‑girl skinny,” landing near 250 pounds, where she feels strong, healthy, and pain-free.
Pairing her meal plan with regular strength and cardio workouts, she reports a 10.5-point drop in BMI and a 16% body fat reduction since January 2023.
Balanced, Not Restrictive
Lizzo stresses that her new routine isn’t a punishing regimen. She allows snacks like low-sugar Greek yogurt with berries and honey, and even occasional treats like waffles and chicken tenders when she’s in the mood.
As she told Women’s Health: “I didn’t lose weight to fit a beauty standard. I did it because I love myself and I want to feel my best.” Her focus remains firmly on well-being, not perfection.