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Mother loses half body weight without jabs using food diaries
Mother of two who struggled to walk at 20st drops to size 10 in a year using food diaries and Slimming World.
In brief
Mother of two who struggled to walk at 20st drops to size 10 in a year using food diaries and Slimming World. Chanelle Cross, 36, lost nearly half her body weight in over a year without weight-loss jabs by tracking food and exercising. Originally reported by Dailymail.
Chanelle Cross
Chanelle Cross, 36, from Nottingham, struggled to walk or play with her children after reaching 20st 0.5lbs.
Weight gain
Chanelle saw her weight climb to 20st 0.5lbs and a size 20 dress as she battled comfort eating.
Plantar fasciitis
Chanelle was diagnosed with plantar fasciitis, a condition causing sharp pain and stiffness in the bottom of her foot.
Slimming World
Chanelle joined Slimming World with a free 12-week membership voucher from Nottingham City Council.
Food diary
Chanelle kept a food diary to identify unhealthy habits and plan meals and snacks in advance.
Diet changes
Chanelle swapped sugary breakfasts and full English fry-ups for overnight oats and fresh berries.
New menu
Chanelle's new menu includes Korean-style beef noodles, homemade pizza pasta bake, and Jamaican-style patties.
Exercise
Chanelle discovered dance fitness videos and other workouts that made staying active more enjoyable.
Foot pain improved
As Chanelle lost weight, her foot pain improved and she could walk up stairs and run around with children.
Weight loss result
Chanelle dropped to a size 10 and lost nearly half her body weight in just over a year without weight-loss jabs.
Here's the gist
Chanelle Cross, 36, lost nearly half her body weight in over a year without weight-loss jabs by tracking food and exercising.
