Caroline's story

How much weight have you lost and how long did it take?

I have lost 4st 0.8lbs 56.8lbs 25.8kg in 6 months.

What prompted your decision to lose weight?

At the start of lockdown, I ate far too much and exercised too little. I didn't like the weight gain and decided to do something positive about it. So I focused on losing weight and becoming fitter.

How did you hear about Nutracheck?

My husband and I were looking through the App Store for weight loss apps and came across Nutracheck. After looking into it, we decided it could work for us and decided to give it a go – we haven't looked back!

Has your weight stayed fairly consistent over the years, or have you always had to manage it?

I've always struggled with my weight and never found a weight loss plan that worked until now.

How easy was it to fit the changes you made into your lifestyle?

Once I got going it was easy to fit the changes into my daily routine. I started to walk more and eventually that turned into running and the gym. I also took time to plan my meals to stay within my daily calorie allowance. These habits are now part of my new daily routine.

What was the most difficult thing?

The most challenging thing was getting used to smaller portions and feeling hungry at times. However, now that I am used to the smaller portions, I can now see how much I was overeating. My body has adapted and I'm not as hungry.

How do you feel now compared to before?

I feel amazing now. I feel fitter, healthier, and happier and have more energy. I am confident in how I look and what I wear. Before, I felt tired and sluggish, and my confidence wasn't great about how I looked.

Any notable milestones to report?

Dropping a clothes size from 16/18 to a size 10. I can also run 5k now happily – and enjoy it!

What 3 tips would you give to anyone who has weight to lose?

1. Set yourself small steps at a time to keep yourself motivated.
2. Believe in yourself and what you can achieve.
3. Don't worry if you have an occasional bad day – I did – however, I drew a line under it and started each day as a fresh one.