“I feel 10 years younger”

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Nutrition Team

Sheena was tired of feeling physically compromised by her weight. Her legs hurt, she had no stamina for any type of exercise and her confidence was non-existent. Sheena’s quality of life was compromised by her weight. Tired of feeling depressed and overweight Sheena decided to register for the Light Choices healthy eating plan. In less than 6 months Sheena had lost almost 3 stone.

Here she tells us her story…

What made you decide to join us?

I decided to join after seeing photos of myself on holidays, they disgusted me. Not only that, being very hot I found I couldn’t walk very far without my legs rubbing together. Everything was an effort and I finally convinced myself that this was due to my weight.

Was your weight causing you any problems?

I have always been a very confident person but being overweight caused my confidence to snow dive. I was scared to go on a plane in case I didn’t fit in the seat.

Tell us about your diet before you joined, and how it has changed as a result.

I didn’t bother with breakfast. Lunch was usually a cup of soup and a piece of fruit, then in the evening I would have as much dinner as my husband, along with a bottle of wine. Now I have four balanced meals and use fruit for snacking, wine is only for a treat.

Did you enjoy the diet plans?

I have thoroughly enjoyed the plan. I’ve found it easy to follow and inexpensive. The plan introduced me to foods that I would never have dreamt of using, such as soya milk.

What difference has losing weight made to you?

I feel alive and 10 years younger. I enjoy the shopping trips with my daughter. I climb the stairs at work and don’t have to stop outside the office door for a few minutes to catch my breath. I feel very proud to be able to go out walking with my husband.

How have your family and friends reacted to your weight loss?

My son has been in Canada for 4 months, so I started the plan after he left and finished it the week he came back. I stood with my sign when I picked him up from the airport in case he didn’t recognise me. He was so full of praise. My daughter is so pleased for me. She has seen me change from a depressed mum to a younger mum and my husband; well he just thinks I’m amazing.