seemed like a success, though more complications followed soon after.
The Actor Had To Overcome A New Obstacle
After all was said and done, the star became malnourished and underweight, having dropped to 105 lbs. Even worse, he lost the ability to walk.
Research shows that “65% to 75% of people with Crohn’s Disease are usually underweight and severely malnutritioned.” Making matters worse, flare-ups and worsening symptoms can last anywhere from days to weeks and even months.
According to Williams, the star had flare-ups weekly to daily since the age of 19. Clearly, the star suffered a long time. Though, like almost all things in life, nothing bad lasts forever.
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Tyler James Williams Vows To Take Better Care Of His Body
Fortunately, there was light at the end of the tunnel for the “Abbott Elementary” star. According to a video he made for the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, it took him years to find the correct diagnosis. The act of doing so was his first step towards healing his body. Despite the fact that the chronic disease can’t be cured, there’s a wealth of treatment options available for people.
Additionally, diet and nutrition play a huge role in avoiding flare-ups. Both Tyler James Williams and his younger brother Tyrel, who experienced his first flare-up in 2020, focused on experimenting with foods they could eat that wouldn’t trigger a reaction.
In particular, Williams had to eliminate coffee, alcohol and red meat from his diet. While the star notes that changing his diet was challenging, he’s worked hard to take better care of himself and his body.
Williams told Men’s Health that he had to learn to have a better relationship with his body.
“The important thing for me, and those like me, to remember is that longevity is a big part of the game. If you can’t stay strong and be healthy, there really is no point.” Despite his health complications, the actor continues to take care of his body.