A woman who said she had tried “every single diet” has credited an app with helping her to finally lose several stone. Tracey Mcavoy said her “whole life is different” after using the Simple weight loss tool – and new customers can currently get 80% off plans using a discount code.
From 22.5 stone to six stone lost
Tracey, who lives on the edge of the Peak District, saw her weight reach 22.5 stone following years of what she described as being “addicted to food”. She shared: “I'd go to bed and then get up at 11 o'clock at night and have four bags of crisps, or make myself some cheese on toast. Enjoyed that, and then I'd make myself some more.”
When Tracey decided that she wanted to make a change, she signed up to a Simple plan at the start of the year, and soon started to see a difference after using the app's tools in her daily life. To date, she has lost six stone, and credited Simple with having “changed my life completely” and “retrained my brain”.
App features and offers
Features of the Simple app include food logging and a NutriScanner, designed to help users understand the nutrition in meals, for those who want to change up their dining habits or learn more about healthy eating. And on the active side, there are daily workout plans and routines to explore including walking, yoga and Pilates.
Also in the app is Avo, an AI-powered wellness assistant that is built to answer questions and offer guidance on everything from healthy snack ideas to workout suggestions. And there's even Blinky – an “emotional support” furry friend who cheers users on when they log meals, reports The Mirror.
New users start by taking a quiz for Simple to build a personalised plan for them. Customers can currently save 80% off the app's weight loss plans using the discount code REACH – and once signed up, a two-for-one deal means they can share their plan with a loved one, such as a partner, family member or friend, to embark on their health journey together.
Tracey's transformation
Tracey said of her experience with the Simple app: “I feel like I've had a brain transplant. My whole life is different. I'm healthier, I'm happier, I look better, I feel better.
“Everyone says I look younger, my skin's better, my hair's more healthy. It's just been a total eye-opener – and this is from someone that has tried every single diet under the sun.”
This is a stark change for Tracey compared to last year, when her health meant that she struggled to enjoy a holiday to Turkey. “I always hated flying and I had to ask for an extendable seatbelt,” she admitted.
“I couldn't walk, I had a chronically bad back, and I was taking about 10 tablets a day for diabetes, blood pressure, cholesterol.”
Now, Tracey uses the Simple app to find healthier substitutes for her favourite foods, and said she is no longer “addicted” to food. While Tracey recommends Simple to others, the brand does note that real users like her have been compensated for their honest testimonials, and that results may vary.
Other weight loss apps and reviews
Simple is not the only app out there designed to help users with weight loss and making healthier choices. Another popular choice is MyFitnessPal, which is home to a database of more than 14 million foods for detailed insights about nutrition and an online community of more than 200 million members to offer inspiration and advice.
Another option with more than 10 million downloads on the Google Play Store is Noom, offering personalised weight loss plans, food logging and exercises. The NHS also offers a free Weight Loss Plan app, which allows users to keep track of their eating habits and follow NHS guides aimed at maintaining a balanced diet.
Meanwhile, the Simple app has earned an average rating of 4.3 out of five stars on Trustpilot based on more than 40,000 reviews from users. One praised: “I have followed the Simple plan for a couple of months and am delighted with the weight loss. It's so easy to follow and enjoyable to do.”
Another said: “Starting Simple is one of the best things I have ever done. It has helped me lose weight, focus on my life's goals, helps my breathing and most importantly keeps me moving physically every day. I love it.”
And a third wrote: “I love the encouragement and gentle suggestions for swaps. Not making me feel guilty for slipping and ideas for dinners that increase protein and fibre. All in all, worth it.”
Some users felt that there were some areas of the app that had room for improvement, with one feeding back: “It would be nice to be able to log what calories are on a bag when it doesn't recognise the bar code.”
While a different customer commented: “I'm currently battling a virus that's affecting appetite, sleep and energy level. Adding an area on check-in page to write those symptoms would be beneficial to me..”
Simple responded to this review: “While Simple cannot provide medical advice or specific recommendations, your suggestion is valuable and will be taken into consideration.”
Users can get 80% off Simple's weight loss plans using the code REACH.
