Intentional weight loss not any health issue, Frank Tumwebaze clarifies.

The minister of Agriculture, animal industry and fisheries Hon frank Tumwebaze issued clarity about his recent weight loss indicating it is an intentional health-oriented journey dismissing any affiliation with illness.

Courtesy photo: Frank Tumwebaze among the NRM cadres in Kyankwanzi

Via X, however, Hon. Tumwebaze ruled out both schools of thought, noting that he is very healthy and his weight loss is due to dieting in his battle against non-communicable diseases.

He further urged people to stop associating lean body frames with diseases and addressed the serious need for health educators to educate the masses about obesity and its dangers sighting that “obesity has never been a badge of honor.”

He stressed that maintaining a lean body is a positive health goal and encouraged people to shift their mindset, stating firmly that “obesity has never been a badge of honor.”

Addressing well-wishers who had sent him messages wishing him a quick recovery, Tumwebaze reassured them that he is in good health.

“I am not sick. My new looks are intentional. It’s well with me, and I thank God for the gift of life,” he affirmed.