The Dieter's Blog

Wanting to lose weight and feel like herself again, Karen Lay decided to give the weight-loss jabs, Mounjaro, a try. At first, she loved the weight loss, but it wasn’t long before she realised Mounjaro wasn’t the right fit for her.

After suffering a family loss, and subsequently struggling with depression, Gillian soon found herself turning to food as a coping mechanism. Before she knew it, she weighed 15.5 stone. It was at this point that Gillian knew it was time to make a change.

The scent of pumpkin spice is in the air, people are grabbing their cosy jumpers and Halloween is just on the horizon. So what better time to launch our NEW Halloween Bar. Ooey gooey, and super-spooky, this chocolatey limited-edition bar comes with an orange-flavoured coating and spooktacular sprinkles.

Picture this: the leaves are falling, the air smells of bonfires, and your mouth is watering at the thought of all the festive goodies coming your way. Then, you're craving festive flavours without wanting the guilt? Then it's time to discover The 1:1 Diet’s NEW Gingerbread Latte and Mint Bites meal replacements- our new seasonal snacks. Learn more.

Love gingerbread? Then you’ll want to pour yourself a cup of our Gingerbread Latte Shake. Delicious hot or cold, this warming and comforting drink is set to be a firm festive favourite. Versatile, delicious and perfect for autumn and winter, we’re so excited for you to try out our new shake flavour. To get you inspired, we’ve pulled together just a handful of ways you can enjoy it.

With Christmas just around the corner, it’s only natural that you’ll be craving something sweet to satisfy your festive appetite. That’s where our new and improved Mint Bites come in. We take a look at a popular after dinner mint and compare the nutrition with our Choc Mint Bites.

For Chan, the decision to join The 1:1 Diet by Cambridge Weight Plan wasn’t just about losing weight, it was about reclaiming her health, her confidence, and her future.“I no longer liked what I saw in the mirror. I didn’t want to make my arthritis worse, and I wanted to move freely with my children without feeling embarrassed or restricted.”. Read more.

Like many mums, Chelsie has always struggled with her weight. From her teenage years, yo-yo dieting was the norm in her family, and she often felt trapped in a cycle of losing and regaining weight. When she became pregnant with her daughter, Sydnie, in 2022, Chelsie was already overweight and anxious about how it might affect her pregnancy. Read her full story here.

For Darrion, food was never just food. It was comfort. It was a way to cope with the challenges of a childhood marked by financial struggles, an absent parent, bullying, and trauma. Growing up in Luton, he often felt as though the odds were stacked against him. Read more about Darrion's story here.

“My health was declining, I felt depressed, and had little energy. I’d often have to stop on walks because my body hurt so much. I was living with Rheumatoid Arthritis, Type 2 Diabetes controlled by diet, and full-on menopause symptoms. I thought this was just how my life would be from now on.” Read Jac's story here.

"Every evening I tucked my children into bed, I convinced myself it might be the last time I would ever see them. My anxiety had become overwhelming, and I was certain I wouldn’t wake up the next morning. The thought of leaving my kids without a mum was destroying me. Read more here.

At her heaviest, Michelle Fullerton weighed over 17 stone and felt trapped in a cycle of emotional eating, low confidence, and poor health. Once the life and soul of the party, she found herself hiding away, her size 20–22 clothes uncomfortably tight and her self-esteem at rock bottom. Read more here.

Discover how Namir lost over 47 kg in 12 months with The 1:1 Diet. Improved health, confidence, and lifestyle, see how structured support and personalised meal plans made it possible. Namir’s determination to succeed meant he followed the plan, listened to guidance, and achieved fantastic results, losing over 7.5 stone in a year and transforming his life completely.

Discover rice water benefits for health, digestion, immune support, weight management, and even skincare. Learn how to use and make it at home.In this article, The 1:1 Diet have teamed up with top nutritionist, Mark Gilbert, to take a look at rice water and the benefits it can have on your health.

Explore the pros and cons of milk alternatives like oat, soy, and almond milk to find the healthiest option for your diet, lifestyle, and goals. In this article, The 1:1 Diet has teamed up with top nutritionist, Mark Gilbert, to take a look at the best milk alternatives and their pros and cons for nutrition and health.

Is sparkling water good for weight loss? Discover its benefits, drawbacks, and how it compares to still water for healthy hydration. In this article, The 1:1 Diet has teamed up with top nutritionist, Mark Gilbert, to take a look at carbonated water and the benefits it can have on your health.

Prepare your taste buds for an extraordinary flavour adventure! Our newest addition to the Pop Squares family has arrived, and it's taking snacking to a whole new level. Grilled Steak Pop Squares deliver an irresistible combination of sweet, spicy, and a satisfying crunch, which will transform your snacking experience. Read more...

So, you’ve used weight loss injections to help lose weight, but what's next? In this article, we’ve teamed up with top nutritionist, Mark Gilbert, to bust common myths around quick weight loss, and to discover how you can maintain weight loss, long after you’ve stopped weight loss injections. Read on...