Dee's fitter and healthier than ever
Nutrition Team
Dee badly needed an operation to relieve the agonising pain in her hip but she was refused the surgery. The doctors told her it would not be safe to operate due to her weight. Dee was so upset; she vowed to slim down and have the operation she so desperately needed. Now she’s healthier then ever and looking forward to her up-coming wedding.
Here’s the story of Dee’s weight loss journey…
How long have you been a member?
I joined 6 months ago.
What diet plan did you follow?
The Light Choices plan.
Have you previously tried any other diets?
I’ve tried loads of crash diets over the years and even went as far as having gastric band surgery but I didn’t lose any weight, in fact I actually gained some.
What weight and clothes size were you before you joined us, and what is your current weight and clothes size?
I weighed 15stone 3lb and wore a size 18 -20, now I weigh 11stone 3lb and wear a 12- 14.
Did you lose any inches?
Overall, I lost inches everywhere especially from my upper arms, but most noticeable I lost over 8 inches from my stomach.
What made you decide to join us - did you have a 'turning point' when you decided you really wanted to lose weight?
Well as I’m disabled, I desperately needed a hip operation, but my surgery kept being cancelled due to my weight and high blood pressure. My doctor told me it would be too dangerous, that I might not survive the operation. I was in so much pain; I badly needed the surgery so I swore I would lose the weight.
What difference has losing weight made to you?
It has changed my life. So much had happened since I lost the weight. Firstly I was able to have that much needed operation to relieve the pain in my hip. My partner then proposed to me as he said I look so wonderful he needed to ensure I didn’t escape. I’m getting married soon and I’m looking forward to walking down the aisle because for the first time in over 10 years I will be able to walk without a stick.
Have you enjoyed the diet plan?
I loved the plan because it was so easy for me to follow. The printable shopping lists and meal plans helped me to stay organised. I really liked being able to incorporate some of my much-loved meals into the plan and save the recipes to “my favourites” for next time.
Tell us about your diet before you joined us?
Before joining, I never had breakfast; I used to live on one big meal a day, usually late in the evening. Now I have four meals a day which is healthier and much more satisfying.
How have your family and friends reacted to your weight loss?
They have nicknamed me “SLIM”, no one can believe I lost so much weight. Everyone thinks I look wonderfully healthy and much happier than before.
How do you feel about your weight loss?
It’s amazing, I never realised that I had put on so much weight over the years but looking back at photos, I realise just how big I had gotten. I’m so proud of myself for achieving the weight loss. It’s not about how I look; it’s about the fact that I was able to get the surgery I so desperately needed.
Do you feel confident about maintaining your weight loss?
I’m sticking with the diet plan as a lifestyle choice so I feel extremely confident that I can maintain my weight loss.
Any other information, tips or comments you would like to give?
I would like to thank all the really wonderful, helpful staff for their weekly comments and tips and for boosting my moral when it was low.
