Suzanne at Belmont Community Centre

At 30.5 stone, bedbound, I felt trapped in my own body, struggling with everyday tasks, and watching life pass me by. My health was rapidly declining, both physically and mentally. I knew something had to change. I found my mum's Slimming World books and followed the plan. I was terrified but ready to fight. Just by Food Optimising only by week 1 I lost 1 stone. Week 3 I lost 3 stone. I learned how to eat in a way that nourished me, not punished me. I swapped guilt for self-respect. In seven years I lost 20.5 stone. But what I gained was far more powerful: energy, confidence, self-belief, and a future I never thought I’d get to have. I’m now able to move freely, enjoy life fully, and most importantly I’m still here - alive, and thriving.