Success stories

Philippa Bailey

Age: 28, Profession: Personal Assistant

DEcarb™ can help you reduce the number of calories converted from the carbohydrates you eat, and minimising the impact of food cravings following a high carbohydrate meal.

Philippa Bailey

Before

Weight: 15 stone 2 lbs
Dress Size: 18

After

Weight: 12 Stone
Dress Size: 12

I'm a really sociable, outgoing person, but when I started to put on weight it began to seriously affect my confidence. It got to the stage where I didn't want to go out with friends, and I hated seeing photos of myself.

I've tried various things over the years to stay in shape, including numerous fad diets like Atkins, which left me feeling tired and sick. I love carbohydrates and found it incredibly hard to go without bread, pasta and potatoes. I'm also a big believer in the power of exercise, and try to fit in a gym workout at least three days a week, which means I need plenty of energy.

Going without carbs doesn't work because it leaves me too weak to exercise

Being much stricter with my diet combined with regular exercise meant that I steadily lost weight, but then I had my gallbladder removed at the start of 2009. As a result, I had to take things easy for several months and the pounds began to creep back on.

That's when I discovered DEcarb™. Although I am much better now at moderating my eating habits than a few years ago, carbs are still a real weakness. DEcarb™ is a godsend because it blocks the absorption of around two thirds of starchy carbs, which helps to regulate my calorie intake.

DEcarb™ also helps to stabilise my blood sugar levels so I don't 'slump' after a big meal

Since losing weight my confidence has dramatically increased. I feel generally happier, my fitness levels have increased and I have more flexibility to wear flattering clothes that suit my personality. My friends and family are delighted because they can see the positive effect that being slim has on my wellbeing.