Obesity: Jennifer Hudson Or Weight Watcher?

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According to State of Obesity more than a third of adults were obese as of 2011 to 2012. This is a serious issue in which the society is still facing today. Many individuals struggle within weight loss. As a result, either they are overweight or die. Jennifer Hudson in fact sold an idea to the viewers. She went through many obstacles that made her stronger. She had to believe in herself. As a result, she lost weight in which Weight Watcher changed her life forever. The components of the add displays the past vs the transformed present Jennifer, the significance the word believe and the modification of herself. The message that the add conveys is you can believe in yourself and transform through time.
Jennifer Hudson is one of the most iconic

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