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Billie Jean King Opens Up About Health Struggles at 80

3/22/2025

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Tennis icon Billie Jean King, now 80, bravely opens up about her struggles with binge-eating disorder and type 2 diabetes. She reveals how GLP-1 medications help her manage cravings, while therapy plays a crucial role in her healing. King’s journey underscores the profound connection between emotional health and recovery, inspiring many to seek support.

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Tennis icon Billie Jean King, now 80, bravely opens up about her struggles with binge-eating disorder and type 2 diabetes. She reveals how GLP-1 medications help her manage cravings, while therapy plays a crucial role in her healing. King’s journey underscores the profound connection between emotional health and recovery, inspiring many to seek support.