Coronation Street veteran Jack P Shepherd has made a startling revelation about a terrifying health scare that left him struggling to walk properly, prompting fears he might be developing multiple sclerosis.
The actor, who has played David Platt on the iconic ITV soap for over two decades, opened up about his alarming symptoms during an appearance on the Dinner with the Gaffers podcast. Shepherd described experiencing concerning neurological issues that mirrored MS symptoms, sending him straight to medical professionals.
"I went to the doctors because I thought I had MS at one point," the 35-year-old actor confessed. "I couldn't walk properly. I was really, really worried."
Dramatic Transformation Through Intermittent Fasting
Shepherd's health journey took a positive turn when he discovered intermittent fasting, leading to an impressive three-stone weight loss. The actor detailed how adopting a 16:8 eating pattern – fasting for 16 hours and eating within an 8-hour window – transformed his physical wellbeing.
"I've lost three stone. I don't eat until 12 and then I finish at 8," he explained, highlighting the simplicity of his approach that required no special diets or expensive supplements.
From Health Scare to Healthy Living
The actor's commitment to his new lifestyle extends beyond weight management. Shepherd emphasized how intermittent fasting has become his preferred method for maintaining overall health without drastic measures.
"I just do intermittent fasting. I don't do any crazy diets," he stated, acknowledging the sustainability of his approach compared to more extreme regimens.
Shepherd's honest account of his health fears and subsequent transformation offers a powerful message about listening to one's body and taking proactive steps toward wellbeing. His story resonates particularly strongly given his longstanding role as one of Coronation Street's most recognizable faces.
