John at Archibald Russell Community Hall

In November 2017, I was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes and weighed 25 stone, with my 50th birthday fast approaching. I tried to lose weight on my own, but it was slow and I knew I needed support. So in January 2019, I walked into my first Slimming World group feeling nervous but hopeful. By March 2020, after losing over 8 stone, I reached my target weight and amazingly my Type 2 Diabetes went into remission. My journey didn’t stop there. In November 2021, I became a Slimming World Consultant , determined to help others achieve the same life-changing in results. As I celebrate 5 years as a Consultant , I feel incredibly proud to support my group every week as they take their own steps towards a healthier, happier future.