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People's stories

  1. Back on track – Helen’s story

    “Most importantly, I’ve learned to distinguish between a craving for food and actual hunger.”

  2. Portion control – Helen’s story

    “This shows that, we as individuals, can have an influence with our diet and activity to prevent this disease.”

  3. A sweet tooth – Linda’s story

    “The programme has made me more aware of what I was eating and how this had an impact on my health”

  4. Enjoying exercise – Catherine’s story

    “The programme has made me much more aware of how certain lifestyle choices affect your body and increase your risk of developing diabetes.”

  5. A spiral effect – Paul’s story

    “Joining this programme has been transformative for me personally, in terms of my relationship with food and drink."

  6. More energy – Robert’s story

    “I find that I am now getting more exercise and my improved diet seems to give me more energy.”

  7. New relationship with food – Graham’s story

    “The programme has supported me in creating a new healthier diet and lifestyle.”

  8. Feeling better about myself – Anne’s story

    “I have always exercised, but I probably didn't have the best diet.”

  9. Out of the pre-diabetic zone – Maureen’s story

    Maureen tells us about the changes she has made since joining the Healthier You service, which have reduced her risk of developing diabetes.

  10. Simple changes – Michael’s story

    “I am back to the weight I was in my early twenties!”

  11. Small changes, big results – Andrew’s story

    “Give it go, there’s nothing to lose and everything to gain!”

  12. Realistic results – Elaine's story

    In just a few weeks, Elaine reduced her blood sugar from 42 to 39.

97%

said we have helped them improve their diet and habits

3.17kg

average weight change

98%

said they would recommend the programme