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Anthony reflects on his complicated relationship with food, rooted in childhood. As the eldest grandchild, he had everything he wanted, which eventually led food to become an escape mechanism during stressful or emotional times. This unhealthy bond caused him to reach a peak weight of around 165 kilos, which impacted his confidence and self-image. Despite this, he confronted his struggles head-on with a life-changing decision in 2014—weight loss surgery that helped him shed approximately 60 kilos, giving him a renewed sense of control and hope. However, maintaining these health gains required ongoing effort, including a nutritious diet and regular exercise, which proved challenging amidst the pressures of work and life disruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic.