The Dieter's Blog

From yummy products to 169 health benefits, discover why you should try out our Taster Pack and start your weight loss journey today. Featuring six of our bestsellers, it’s got a little of everything - from comforting Golden Syrup Porridge to our super-decadent Cookies & Cream Bar.

It’s Blood Pressure Week, so we’re focusing on how you can keep your blood pressure healthy - whether that’s through diet, exercise or taking care of your mental health. Taking place between 2nd - 8th September, Blood Pressure Week (or Know Your Numbers! Week) is an annual event. So, let’s take a deep dive into what it takes to keep your blood pressure low and your heart healthy.

Ever wanted to work for yourself? As much as it’s a scary thought, it can be really rewarding. And you wouldn’t be alone, more than 4.5 million people are self-employed in the UK - including our amazing diet Consultants. In this blog, we’re celebrating World Entrepreneurs Day and what it means to run your own business and be your own boss. So, let’s get to it…

Ever wondered how much it costs to do The 1:1 Diet? We get it, in a Cost of Living Crisis you want to know, straight up, what something is going to cost you (and what’s involved) long term. That’s why we’ve created this blog, with help from The 1:1 Diet's expert Nutritionist Mark Gilbert, where we dig deeper into the costs of our diet and how they compare to your usual food shop.

This past month The 1:1 Diet was featured in the popular lifestyle magazine Bella. In the 3-page article, our expert nutritionist, Mark Gilbert, created a delicious and nutritionally balanced daily meal plan guide for readers. Designed to nourish you, keep you full and help you to lose weight healthily, we know you’ll love this collection of recipes and meal ideas. Right, let’s tuck in!

We’re so excited to finally announce our Slimmer Awards 2024 shortlist. With 3-4 shortlisted candidates for each of the six awards, we know you’re going to be blown away by their journeys and stories. The awards this year are for Maintainer, Wellbeing, Transformation, Woman, Man, and International... a host of fantastic categories. See who the nominees are...

Recently there has been a fantastic announcement following the Diabetes UK Conference where the NHS Type 2 Diabetes Path to Remission Programme was unveiled. This programme provides a low-calorie, total diet replacement regime for those living with Type 2 Diabetes and obesity, to help them lose weight and become healthier, as well as potentially reverse their condition.

The Slimmer Awards 2024 are fast approaching, and it’s now time to enter. So, we thought it only made sense to give you the low down on everything you need to know about the biggest event in The 1:1 Diet calendar. This year’s Slimmer Awards are happening on the 5th October 2024. As for location... read on to find out!

Welcome to the first article of our Mythbusting series. Working together with our nutritionist, Mark Gilbert, we’re taking a look at the diet industry’s most common myths and busting them with facts and research. To start, we’re exploring whether or not rapid weight loss is bad for you, and whether it leads to muscle loss, and quick weight regain.

Drinking water and staying hydrated is a crucial part of keeping happy and healthy. From dehydration to digestion issues and even mood swings, the impact of not getting enough water is big. In this blog, we’re exploring all the amazing benefits of staying hydrated, as well as exploring why it’s crucial when you’re on a weight loss journey.

A lot of studies show that not getting enough sleep is linked with being more likely to be overweight. However, it is difficult to show if less sleep actually leads to weight gain, or if we are just observing the known, negative effect of being overweight has on sleep. It is the classic ‘chicken or egg’ question.

This International Women’s Day, we caught up with our Woman of the Year, Sharon Head. We spoke all about her incredibly inspiring journey, from dieter to Consultant, and what her goals are for the future. So, grab a cuppa and enjoy…

In the latest news, our nutritionist, Mark Gilbert, shared key stats research about how losing weight can help improve so many health problems and Consultant Deborah Adams talked about how she has lost 8st with The 1:1 Diet.

Gut health is having its moment and we’re here for it. After all, various studies and research have revealed that having a happy gut is a crucial part of feeling and being healthier. Find 6 ways to improve your gut health here.

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we thought it was only fitting that we caught up with one of our most successful couples, Lizzie & Ollie. In this Q&A, we talk all about their 1:1 journey, from their biggest successes to their biggest challenges.

Did someone say Pizza? Being on a diet doesn’t mean you can’t have tasty food. Try making these delicious pizzas, which are perfect for Steps 3 and above on The 1:1 Diet by Cambridge Weight Plan. A 400kcal meal you truly can't do without.

When it comes to comfort food, there's nothing as ubiquitous as mac and cheese. Whether it's out of a box or handcrafted from scratch, it's an absolutely beloved dish. This variation on a classic macaroni cheese makes a delicious and economical supper.

Pancakes are for everyone, and they’re far too good to be confined to just one day of the year, but to celebrate the National Pancake Day, we’ve put together a diet-friendly receipe so you can enjoy the occasion.