{"id":2374,"date":"2020-11-13T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-11-13T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/slimmingworld.wpenginepowered.com\/blog\/?p=2374"},"modified":"2020-11-16T11:54:46","modified_gmt":"2020-11-16T11:54:46","slug":"inspire-my-diabetes-nurse-couldnt-believe-id-lost-8st","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.slimmingworld.co.uk\/blog\/inspire-my-diabetes-nurse-couldnt-believe-id-lost-8st\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201cMy diabetes nurse couldn\u2019t believe I\u2019d lost 8st\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

This World Diabetes Day, we\u2019re proud to share research which shows that more than half of the Slimming World members with type 2 diabetes surveyed were able to reverse their condition after losing weight.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We know being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes can be daunting and may leave many people worried about having to make drastic changes to their diet and lifestyle. If you, or someone you love, is in this position, we can help. We\u2019re here to support our members in eating healthily, without ever feeling hungry or deprived \u2013 and we\u2019ve been delighted to see many of the members who took part in our study reporting a raft of health-related benefits.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

MORE ON THE BLOG: Study reveals that type 2 diabetes can be reversed by losing weight<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One person who knows better than most about the health benefits losing weight can bring is Faith Roots. She lost 8st to help reverse the symptoms of type 2 diabetes \u2013 and now she\u2019s found a special someone to share her healthy lifestyle with.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

At almost 18st, my confidence was non-existent. I\u2019d be the one sat in the corner, feeling uncomfortable in my size 26 clothes and too nervous to talk to anyone. After losing 8st, I\u2019ve gone from barely being able to walk, to running half-marathons. I\u2019m also in a relationship, something I never thought would happen. Losing weight gave me the confidence I needed, and it all started with a phone call…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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It was February 2017 and I\u2019d just got back from walking the dogs when the phone rang. I was so exhausted, I had to sit down to answer it. I\u2019d been out less than 10 minutes, but I was breathless and my back was aching. It was my daughter-in-law calling to ask if I\u2019d go with her to her local Slimming World group, as she didn\u2019t want to go alone. I was happy to support her and we joined together that night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I didn\u2019t feel too confident about it. I\u2019d joined weight loss groups before and as soon as I stopped going, I\u2019d return to my old habits and the weight would go back on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Struggling to walk<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019d struggled with my weight my entire adult life. I had type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure and severe back pain. I also had collapsed ankles because my extra weight had weakened the tendons and ligaments in my feet, making it painful to walk or even stand. I was taking three tablets a day for my diabetes and I just had no energy. I knew I needed to do something…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MORE ON THE BLOG: Fruit and veg can help lower your risk of type 2 diabetes<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

On my first night at group, I was apprehensive, and I almost gave up the following week as I\u2019d only lost half a pound. Then I decided I wouldn\u2019t be beaten. I started cooking from scratch, inspired by the ideas shared in group, and I soon began to see results. I love making a Slimming World Sunday roast<\/a>, it\u2019s so easy! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

My Consultant and the other group members kept me motivated, and they still do. I feel like part of a family. That\u2019s what keeps me going to group, because I know they\u2019re always there to help me maintain my new healthy weight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Running my way fit<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I lost 8st in just over 14 months, and my health has improved dramatically. My diabetes is in remission and I don\u2019t need medication for it now. My blood pressure is normal, my cholesterol is no longer high, and my back pain has disappeared.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I have so much more energy, too. I\u2019ve taken up Park Runs, and before lockdown I danced and did exercise classes. I even insisted on doing my weekly 5K run on the morning of my daughter\u2019s wedding! Throughout the first lockdown, I ran at least 5K every day \u2013 and once I ran a half-marathon!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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One of the best reactions to my weight loss came from my diabetes nurse. She looked at my chart, then looked at me and said, \u201cYou\u2019ve lost 8st!\u201d and started dancing around the room. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve just had the results of my long-term blood sugar test, and it\u2019s been the same for six months now. If it stays the same for the next six months, I\u2019ll get a diagnosis of complete remission, meaning I\u2019ll no longer have diabetes. The nurse who gave me the results was keen to make sure I didn\u2019t underestimate what I\u2019ve achieved. It\u2019s made me feel determined to keep the weight off. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Now I have the confidence to talk to anyone \u2013 and I\u2019ve even found love after being single for 23 years! I\u2019ve finally discovered my zest for life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

MORE ON THE BLOG:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

I\u2019ve reversed my type 2 diabetes<\/a>
I was told I may not live to see Christmas<\/a>
I didn\u2019t even know I\u2019d had a stroke<\/a>
I quit smoking while losing 10st<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re delighted to be sharing Faith\u2019s inspirational story to mark World Diabetes Day. If you\u2019d like to learn more, you can find our important research into how Slimming World can help members with type 2 diabetes here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019d like to join Slimming World, your local Consultant<\/a> will be happy to book your place in group \u2013<\/strong> or you can become part of our friendly community at Slimming World Online<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Special offer for members<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re already a member of a Slimming World group, we have a special Countdown offer for you: commit to a six-week Countdown course before 21st November 2020 and you\u2019ll get your sixth week FREE plus a FREE copy of our Comfort Collection <\/em>recipe book when you get back to your real-life group.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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