Success with the Mediterranean plan

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Having tried many diets, including a short-lived attempt on our online weight loss programme, Gail was fed up with her lack of weight loss. However, she decided to give the diet plan another go as she finally felt she had conjured up enough motivation to succeed. This time she achieved a loss of 3 stone 8 lbs and dropped from a size 20 to a size 12.

Here she tells us how she did it…

What made you decide to join us?

I needed serious help! It was my second attempt with the online programme. This time it felt different because I was ready to lose weight. I just knew I would succeed. I saw a video of myself dancing with my youngest 2 children and could not believe how bad I looked-that was the turning point.

Was your weight causing you any problems?

My weight caused so many problems – I was moody because I felt ugly. I hated all of my clothes and living in Portugal meant I could not find a thing to fit. I was hot all of the time and got breathless very quickly. My pet hate was trying on shoes and not being able to reach them properly.

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

I actually thought my diet was healthy! I couldn’t understand why I gained so much weight. The biggest problem was my portion size, I used to eat twice as much as my husband and pick at the children’s food. I would snack on cheese and biscuits late at night and I always had crisps or peanuts with a glass of wine while cooking dinner. Now I eat healthily and I actually enjoy food a lot more. Portion sizes are at least half what they used to be. I stopped drinking coffee, coke and now I drink water and green tea.

What difference has losing weight made to you?

Losing weight has totally boosted my confidence. I feel great and my relationship with my husband has improved dramatically. I am happier and a lot healthier.

What did you think of the Tesco Diets service overall?

The service is fantastic. The meal plans and editing facilities are really helpful. It is also great using the Circle of Friends board to share ideas and get to know people in the same situation.

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

Family and friends have been amazed! My husband is delighted that I did it this time, as he didn’t think I would. I have never had so many compliments in my life.