From Binge Eating to Feeling Healthy: Here’s David’s Story

What is the International Slimmer of the Year Award?

This is our chance to look at what our amazing slimmers, from around the world, have achieved. Every one of the incredible weight loss journeys is a testament to the hard work and dedication that both dieter and Consultant have achieved. And right now, in the midst of so many challenges, it is a perfect reminder of what people can achieve with the right mindset and support.

Let's talk about David...

My Motivation

Growing up in an unloving environment, David was often punished harshly and starved, creating an unhealthy attachment to food as he got older. 

“Eventually, I ended up on the streets, stealing food from stores. I ate everything I could and binged.”

Nowadays, David is a successful business owner with a loving partner and plans to start a family of his own. So when it came to making New Year’s resolutions, he made a commitment to change his ways and lose weight.

My Journey

“My weight was over 160 kg and I didn’t feel good at all.  I had physical and mental problems. I knew I had to do something to be able to live fully and feel healthy again. The fact that I had to ask my girlfriend to tie my ice skates was the last straw.”

Eating habits were transformed and exercise soon became a regular occurrence, as the weight dropped off David - with him losing an amazing 65kg in total. 

“Thanks to this diet, I’ve regained my vitality and energy. I feel great and full of life."

"My self-esteem rose and I look at the world with a new perspective. I’ve not only lost weight but also learned how to maintain my weight through proper nutrition and exercise.”

The 1:1 Diet by Cambridge Weight Plan celebrated the life-changing achievements of its Slimmer Awards 2024 nominees at a glitzy ceremony in Rutland in October.

From type-2 diabetes reversal to normalising blood pressure, all 18 award nominees found something in common: The 1:1 Diet transformed their lives for the better. They’d all found a new zest for life.

There wasn’t a dry eye in the house as the audience was given insight into the individual journeys of the shortlisted slimmers, who were all supported by their wonderful Consultants. The audience – both in the room and the hundreds who joined online – was inspired by their determination to achieve their weight loss goals.

A judging panel featuring the Direct Selling Association, and Mark Gilbert, Commercial Nutritionist for The 1:1 Diet had chosen the winners from hundreds of truly amazing entries.

The winners were awarded by Angela Harrison, Head of Sales and Hayley McQuade, Head of Marketing and Communications.

Want to follow David and the other shortlisted candidates’ journeys? Then make sure you check out our Instagram or our latest blogs all about the Slimmer Awards.