Josie Gibson reveals what she eats in a day after ‘1970s diet’ aided her incredible five stone weight loss
Josie Gibson has revealed the secret behind her incredible five-stone weight loss and what she eats to maintain her stunning figure.
The 40-year-old presenter has been open about her weight fluctuation, going from a size 20 to a size eight in 2014.
But after years of yo-yo dieting and insisting she would never touch weight-loss injections, Josie finally found what worked for her.
The mother-of-one told the Daily Mail she swears by the ‘1970s diet’, which includes intermittent fasting three days a week, a simple gym routine and smaller portions of foods such as boiled potatoes, liver, spam, pork, beans and Angel Delight.
The diet also includes simpler, less processed foods, less sugar, and an emphasis on home-cooked meals rather than ‘convenience’ such as takeaways and frozen ready meals.
However, the modest television personality said that most of his weight loss was due to ‘stress’ and ‘good angles’, adding: ‘I’m not as skinny as you think.’
But after years of yo-yo dieting and insisting she would never touch weight-loss injections, Josie finally found what worked for her (pictured in 2025)
The mother-of-one opts for intermittent fasting three days a week, a simple fitness routine and a ‘1970s diet’ (Photo taken in 2019)
Speaking to the Daily Mail, The Body Camp co-founder praised his trainer Rick Parcell.
Gym coach hosts a challenging 12-week at-home program to help people get in shape and achieve their goals.
Josie explained that she used to find the gym ‘very scary’ but now her exercise routine consists of three simple things; a 0.5km run on the treadmill, 15 squats and 25 sit-ups with a 22kg weight, all repeated three times.
The This Morning star, who is currently in Thailand after celebrating the new year there, says she “loves brunch” but is healthier.
But for Josie, healthy eating doesn’t always mean restricting yourself, adding: ‘I found my own way in Thailand. ‘The food is amazing!’
The star revealed in her book The Josie Gibson Diet that she lost more than 31kg in six months by completely cutting out refined sugar and eating only what’s found naturally in fruit.
She also participates in intermittent fasting, in which she eats nothing for eight hours a day, three times a week.
After a busy year, Josie also attributed her weight loss to the stress of work, motherhood and rearranging her new home.
The diet also includes eating simpler, less processed foods, less sugar, and an emphasis on home-cooked meals rather than takeaways and frozen ready meals (pictured left with a friend and right in 2019)
New Channel 5 program this week The 1970s Diet: Can It Work for You? It was published. Sees Jodie changing her lifestyle in a bid to lose weight
Josie showed off her incredible weight loss when she stole a beach party in Thailand in 2026
But the modest TV personality said most of her weight loss was due to ‘stress’ and ‘good angles’, while claiming ‘I’m not as skinny as you think’ (photo taken in 2013).
‘I bought a house in Bath which I renovated, I’m trying to be a mother, I’m running and working around the country.
‘I was so overwhelmed I went to Thailand and slept for 27 hours,’ Josie said.
She added: ‘I think the angles should be good, I’m very stocky and not as thin as you think.’
Last week Josie admitted she was ’emotionally drained’ ahead of her trip to Southeast Asia.
He wrote on Instagram: ‘Coming to Thailand was so good for my soul. I came in emotionally drained and the energy here is so special it makes me feel ready for anything.
‘I am so grateful for the love of life and incredible connections. I loved hanging out with @Cheskahull and the team at @anantaralayanphuket. ‘This place is really sexy!!!’
New Channel 5 program this week The 1970s Diet: Can It Work for You? It was published. It sees Jodie changing her lifestyle in a bid to lose weight.
The program explores whether the eating habits of the seventies can offer a solution to today’s obesity.
The ‘1970s diet’ includes smaller portions and foods such as boiled potatoes, liver, spam, pork, beans and Angel Delight (Josie pictured after winning Big Brother in 2010)
Josie also participates in intermittent fasting, where she eats nothing for eight hours a day, three times a week (pictured in 2025)
In 2014, Josie shared that she lost six stone in a year, going from a size 20 to a size eight (pictured)
The mother-of-one received an original meal plan from a nutritionist and had to start with smaller portions and enjoy foods such as boiled potatoes, liver and spam.
‘If I undertake this experiment, then I show it all, that is the experiment. If you don’t show the experiment, what’s the point?
‘It was nice to know that I was at a superior level of fitness despite being overweight. Even though I exercise all the time, I expected my fitness level to be low. But Josie said, “No, you’re in superior fitness.” Mirror.
In the two-part show, Josie also explores 1970s fashion and exercise.
She added: ‘I think 1970s fashion was my favorite era. It’s so amazing. When I got down there, I took my size and went to the changing rooms and was absolutely miserable. ‘I didn’t know how to size a vanity.’
Speaking about the exciting new programme, Josie said: ‘Following the full 1970s diet was no easy feat; This was a completely unique experience!
There were some pretty weird food trends in the ’70s, but what surprised me the most was how different we approached eating, exercising, and even shopping back then. It was a fascinating journey; ‘The audience will love it.’
Earlier this year Josie revealed she had shed five stone without the help of fat grafting or surgery.
Josie revealed earlier this year that she had shed five stone without the help of fat grafting or surgery (pictured in 2025)
In an Instagram post, she said: ‘I did not have a gastric bypass; ‘I got rid of my big ass, moved more, ate less and educated myself about what I was putting into my body.’
The former Big Brother winner revealed that she follows the MuscleFood company’s Do The Unthinkable plan, which provides meals that cut out refined sugars, exercise plans and support to help people achieve their health goals.
Josie stated that she worked six days and had one day off and said: ‘Now on that day off, I had a cheat meal.
‘I didn’t go crazy and drink 10 bottles of wine and binge eat all day with food, chocolate and naughty things I didn’t have.
‘I just did one trick and that’s it. So if you have a day off, don’t undo all your hard work. Just have a cheat meal and enjoy. ‘Don’t drink excessively.’
