Amanda Bynes has recently opened up about her health challenges, bravely addressing the impact of her mental health struggles, which has led to weight gain.
"I've gained over 20lbs in the past few months from being depressed," Bynes candidly wrote on an Instagram Story on Thursday, March 28. "I'm doing a lot better now and have learned to do opposite action when I don't feel like working out or eating clean."
She continued: "I weigh 162lbs right now and want to get back to 110lbs."
This Instagram story emerges shortly following the debut of the Nickelodeon documentary Quiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV. Although Bynes did not participate in the documentary or comment on it, the series brimmed with insights into the start of her television career. Her fame commenced with Nickelodeon, where she became one of the network's brightest stars throughout the '90s.
From her breakout roles on beloved series All That to starring in her own show, The Amanda Show, the documentary delves deep into her impactful journey within Nickelodeon and how that could've caused issues for her down the line.
A week prior to this Instagram story, Amanda posted a rare photo of herself via social media. "At dinner with my bestie @liampoulsen," she wrote alongside the photo. This photo was shared following the documentary's release, prompting a wave of concern from several fans who commented on the post.
"Just watched Quiet on Set, speak your truth in your own time, I know you have plenty of stories to tell," one user wrote in the comment section of the post. Another said, "Girl we hope you're well.... I'm sure this past week has been so overwhelming for you. We all wish for your healing and well-being."
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