People's stories
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The wakeup call- Catherine’s Story
Hear how Catherine reduced her blood sugar levels and lost weight, taking her out of the pre-diabetic range with the support of our Health Coach
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Sweet Success- Peter’s Story
"I eat more greens; fruit and the puddings have gone. The cream and cheesecake have
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Getting back on track- Peter’s Story
“Being told I was pre diabetic was a 'wakeup call' and the Healthier You: NHS Diabetes Prevention Programme was a perfect way to get me back on track.”
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Feeling good – Alan’s story
“I’ve achieved positive results since starting the programme and lost 1.5 stone as a result.”
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Making every day active – Karen’s story
“Healthier You gave me the information and tools to make changes to my diet, and I’ve learned that even small changes can make a difference.”
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Inner health – Lisa’s story
“Before joining Healthier You, I would eat a packet of sweets for my tea. I was slim, so I didn't think it mattered.”
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Sustaining changes – David’s story
“I can certainly say that NDPP has changed my life for the better. I’m now eating and feeling much healthier, thank you!”
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The programme has taught me to make better choices – Anne’s story
Hear what changes Anne has made to her diet alone, to significantly improve her lifestyle.
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No longer prediabetic – Meg’s story
“I returned to my GP and for another blood test, seven months into the course, and my results were reduced from HbA1c 43 to 38.”
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A new lifestyle – Anne’s story
“It has made me more aware of the impact of different foods on the body and the detrimental effect of high glucose levels in the blood.”
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Making changes - Jacqueline’s story
“My blood glucose levels are now out of the prediabetic range, and I have lost weight.”
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Positive results – Linda’s story
“I feel fitter, less breathless and I have increased my mobility and strength in my legs.”
97%
said we have helped them improve their diet and habits
98%
said they would recommend the programme