“This is not a diet, I do not believe in diets. I have been on diets in the past and they are a bunch of bologna….”

Tyra Banks is stirring the pot with a recent statement made on her popular television show this week. Telling the audience “I do not believe in diets,” Banks surprised fans who have long heard Banks’ speak of self acceptance.

“This is not a diet, I do not believe in diets. I have been on diets in the past and they are a bunch of bologna, this is a lifestyle change,” she declares. “It’s not about being skinny; it’s about getting in the best shape that you can be. This is a ‘Tyra Show’ movement,” says Banks. ” If I can do it and I love to lay up and not work out, and I love me some BBQ ribs and some ice cream and some Haagen Daaz, if I can do this, you can do this and still eat what you want, just not every second. It is time to get your shape in shape!”

Banks will devote today’s episode (Wednesday) to healthy living.