Jordin Sparks Weight Loss Pictures

Jordin Sparks is looking better than ever after her dramatic weight loss. The former 'American Idol' winner had quite the turn around when she started exercising and eating right, dropping 50 pounds from her figure!

The 23-year-old told Redbook that it took her about 18 months to get the weight off and she began by simply going on walks with her cousin everyday. Though Sparks refrains from counting calories, she knew she had finally turned a corner one Christmas. "I was able to resist the amazing things my nana was baking," Sparks said. "I knew I was on my way."

Now, Sparks keeps the weight off using Zumba, hiking and avoiding carbs after 5 PM.