For Mum of two, Jo Mackintosh of Newton Aycliffe, 2013 proved to be a year of highs and lows. Having been quite active all her life, she found herself struck with a debilitating illness.
‘After suffering a difficult pregnancy I was heavier than I had ever been’ said Jo. ‘I was suffering from high blood pressure, my cholesterol was through the roof and I had diabetes!
My self esteem was at an all time low and most importantly I couldn’t be the mum I wanted to be. Having previously been a member of Slimming World, I knew the plan worked and although I was nervous about rejoining, my Consultant welcomed me with open arms’.
In just 3 months, Jo has lost over 3 stone and feels like a completely different person. She eats family meals of pasta, chips and curries and her health has improved tremendously.
She has dropped 4 dress sizes and most importantly is now active again with her family. Jo explained ‘ I had never taken my little boy swimming before as I was just too uncomfortable and self conscious but we have just had a fantastic family holiday and we were never out of the pool!’
Slimming World has changed my life – let it change yours. Jo opens a brand new Slimming World group in Sunnydale Leisure Centre, Thursday 30th January at 7.30. Tel: 07540 098529 or just come along.
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