A mother-of-three from Leeds has shed six stone after following her grandmother's advice to join a slimming group, despite many people assuming she used weight loss injections. Eleanor Brown, 24, says she transformed her life by changing her diet and cooking habits.
Eleanor's weight had crept up to nearly 17 stone after the birth of her second child during lockdown. She tried fad diets and prescription pills, but nothing worked until she joined her local Slimming World group alongside her 77-year-old grandmother, Joan.
In her first week, Eleanor lost 8lb and was amazed to find the group full of young parents and people from all ages. She said the supportive community and healthy eating plan made weight loss possible for the first time.
Eleanor, who once avoided leaving the house due to embarrassment, now runs alongside her son while he learns to ride a bike. She said swapping takeaways for healthy versions of favourite meals also saved her money.
New research from Slimming World shows that members aged 18 to 34 lost an average of 12% of their body weight, with many reporting improved mental health and a sense of community.
