Singer Juniel, once hailed as the “Second IU” for her melodic hits, recently opened up about a difficult period in her life caused by hypothyroidism, which led to significant weight gain and reduced activity in her career.
On October 24, the YouTube channel 원마이크 uploaded a video titled [EP.28 Juniel] “I gained 10 kg due to health problems” – Why the successful singer suddenly passed awaywhere Juniel candidly discussed her health issues.
“Several things happened, but the main reasons I couldn’t be active were COVID and my health issues,” he explained.
Juniel detailed how the thyroid condition affected her physically and emotionally: “When I had to take a long break from activities, my hypothyroidism drained my stamina and increased my lethargy. My body felt extremely heavy… With hypothyroidism, you gain weight easily. Even living normally, the swelling doesn’t go away and turns into weight.”
By the time she was at her peak weight, Juniel revealed she had reached 60kg, gaining over 10kg in a short period, which caused both physical discomfort and emotional distress.
“I wondered why I was gaining weight for no reason. After taking thyroid medication, I lost 8kg in just a month. I was also extremely stressed and suffering from severe depression, avoiding contact with people at the time.” he added.
Juniel shared that although her current health indicators are stable, she remains cautious: “It’s nothing serious now, but you never know what might happen, so I need annual blood tests. My stamina hasn’t fully recovered, so I have to exercise diligently.”
The singer’s honesty sheds light on the challenges many K-pop artists face behind the scenes, particularly when it comes to mental health and physical well-being.
Juniel’s story highlights the pressures of the entertainment industry, compounded by unexpected health issues. Fans continue to send messages of support, celebrating his resilience and eagerly awaiting his return to music.
Sources: Nate
