Laura Mackay

*Weight loss results may vary and are different for each individual.

I decided something must be done to change my weight problems after a year of piling on the pounds. I came to this conclusion after seeing holiday snaps of me in Crete this year, combined with my favourite skirt ripping up the back, whilst trying to get into my car. Friends and family didn't understand they said I looked 'fine', however I am tall and my weight can actually be deceiving because of where I carry it.

I knew that VLCD (very low calorie diet) and LCD (low calorie diet) worked for me as I have tried them before but they were always too expensive or I was forced to go to unnecessary counselling sessions. I didn't need to talk out my weight issues - I needed to stop binge eating on takeaways and chocolate.

For busy mums like myself this can be a very emotional and daunting thing when you realise you need to change your life, takeaways and fast foods are too easy to get your hands on when your rushed off your feet.

I was delighted when I found Exante and saw how affordable they are! I ordered my first batch straight away. I got into the routine very quickly having 3 shakes or 2 shakes and a bar everyday for 5 weeks. I was on the Working Solution and this also allowed me to have a high protein meal on top.

I have dropped a whole dress size and I am16lbs lighter in 5 weeks. I continue to use the Exante products everyday as I would still like to lose more but my goal was a stone to start. Losing weight has made me feel more energised and happy within myself. I am beginning to love going shopping again - something I used to enjoy before the weight gain.. hello skinny Jeans! I do not see it as a 'diet' anymore. I see it as lifestyle change for the better.

Weight loss results may vary and are different for each individual.