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1 Powerful Breakthrough: How Lynda Lost 6st 11lbs and Changed Her Life for Good

1 Powerful Breakthrough: How Lynda Lost 6st 11lbs and Changed Her Life for Good Lynda is one of our first New You Switch Maintenance Transformation Challenge winners , and her story is a powerful reminder that transformation does not stop when the weight is lost. After losing around 6 stone , Lynda has gone on to maintain her results, rebuild her confidence, regain her mobility, reduce her pain, and get her life back in a way she once thought might not be possible. In this honest and uplifting interview, Lynda shares what life was like before The New You Plan, the moment she knew something had to change, how the community helped her keep going, and what maintenance looks like now. This is Lynda’s Story… Getting Started Rachael: Well, hello, Lynda. How are you today? Lynda: I’m fine, thank you. Yourself? Rachael: Very good, thank you. I’ve been enjoying the sunshine, obviously! Lynda: It’s a bit cloudy today, but yesterday was gorgeous. Rachael:...

Protein Bagels

Protein Bagels My cottage cheese protein bagels recipe is soft and chewy, with a shiny crust and 14 grams of protein! Easy to make with just 4 ingredients.  Get The Recipe Want more like this? Visit Wholesome Yum for more of my easy, healthy recipes with 10 ingredients or less! Maya | Wholesome Yum

Pistachio Chocolate Bars

Pistachio Chocolate Bars My Dubai pistachio chocolate bars have creamy pistachio filling, double chocolate drizzle, and fresh strawberries on a buttery almond crust.  Get The Recipe Want more like this? Visit Wholesome Yum for more of my easy, healthy recipes with 10 ingredients or less! Maya | Wholesome Yum

Coffee Cake Muffins

Coffee Cake Muffins My easy, healthy coffee cake muffins have a cream cheese filling, cinnamon streusel topping, 9 grams of protein, and no refined sugar.  Get The Recipe Want more like this? Visit Wholesome Yum for more of my easy, healthy recipes with 10 ingredients or less! Maya | Wholesome Yum

Kelp Noodles

Kelp Noodles My kelp noodles recipe is an easy stir fry with twirly noodles, juicy chicken, crisp veggies, and savory sesame sauce. Ready in 25 minutes!  Get The Recipe Want more like this? Visit Wholesome Yum for more of my easy, healthy recipes with 10 ingredients or less! Maya | Wholesome Yum

Lobster Roll

Lobster Roll My easy lobster roll recipe is tender, juicy, and includes both versions: hot, buttery Connecticut-style or cool, creamy Maine-style.  Get The Recipe Want more like this? Visit Wholesome Yum for more of my easy, healthy recipes with 10 ingredients or less! Maya | Wholesome Yum

1 Powerful Reason It Finally Worked: How Suzy Lost 4st 1lb After Starting Over Again and Again

1 Powerful Reason It Finally Worked: How Suzy Lost 4st 1lb After Starting Over Again and Again Suzy is one of our wonderful runners-up in the New You Total category of the Transformation Challenge, and her journey is one of determination, resilience, and quiet confidence. After a major health scare, time in hospital, a stoma, depression, weight gain, and a type 2 diabetes diagnosis, Suzy reached a point where she knew something had to change. What followed was an incredible transformation. Since starting The New You Plan, Suzy has lost 4 stone 1lb , reached her goal, come off her diabetes medication, improved her mobility, and found a confidence she felt she had lost. In this interview, she shares what helped her get started, what kept her going, and why it is never too late to make a change. This is Suzy’s Story… wistia-player[media-id=’qnxtgmilct’]:not(:defined) { background: center / contain no-repeat url(‘https://ift.tt/ueEvWn4’); display: block; filter: blur(5px); paddin...

Peanut Butter Waffles

Peanut Butter Waffles My peanut butter waffles are fluffy, nutty, flourless, and naturally sweetened. An easy, high protein breakfast with just 5 ingredients!  Get The Recipe Want more like this? Visit Wholesome Yum for more of my easy, healthy recipes with 10 ingredients or less! Maya | Wholesome Yum

Chocolate Covered Blueberries

Chocolate Covered Blueberries My chocolate covered blueberries have a smooth, glossy chocolate coating and fun toppings. A fast, easy, and healthy snack or dessert!  Get The Recipe Want more like this? Visit Wholesome Yum for more of my easy, healthy recipes with 10 ingredients or less! Maya | Wholesome Yum

Turkey Meatballs

Turkey Meatballs My versatile turkey meatballs recipe turns out extra juicy, thanks to a secret ingredient! They're tender, golden, and easy to make.  Get The Recipe Want more like this? Visit Wholesome Yum for more of my easy, healthy recipes with 10 ingredients or less! Maya | Wholesome Yum

Lemon Mousse

Lemon Mousse My lemon mousse recipe is sweet, creamy, and bright. An easy, 10-minute dessert with just 4 ingredients and no refined sugar!  Get The Recipe Want more like this? Visit Wholesome Yum for more of my easy, healthy recipes with 10 ingredients or less! Maya | Wholesome Yum

Maple Glazed Salmon

Maple Glazed Salmon My maple glazed salmon recipe makes tender, flaky fish with a sweet, sticky glaze. An easy 20-minute dinner that feels restaurant-worthy!  Get The Recipe Want more like this? Visit Wholesome Yum for more of my easy, healthy recipes with 10 ingredients or less! Maya | Wholesome Yum

Almond Flour Crepes

Almond Flour Crepes My low carb almond flour crepes are soft, flexible, and roll like regular ones! Perfect for sweet & savory fillings and ready in 20 minutes.  Get The Recipe Want more like this? Visit Wholesome Yum for more of my easy, healthy recipes with 10 ingredients or less! Maya | Wholesome Yum

Barramundi Recipe

Barramundi Recipe My one-pan barramundi recipe features golden, flaky fish with juicy tomatoes, olives, lemon, and basil. A Mediterranean dinner in 20 minutes!  Get The Recipe Want more like this? Visit Wholesome Yum for more of my easy, healthy recipes with 10 ingredients or less! Maya | Wholesome Yum

£52,000 Transformation Story Challenge: Revealing our January/February Transformation Challenge Winners

£52,000 Transformation Story Challenge: Revealing our January/February Transformation Challenge Winners Meet Our January / February 2026 Transformation Challenge Winners The first round of our 2026 Transformation Story Challenge has wrapped up, and once again our community has blown us away with their courage, commitment, and incredible results. This round saw entries across two categories – New You Total and New You Switch for Maintenance , each celebrating a different stage of the journey. From life-changing weight loss to inspiring long-term maintenance, these stories prove that transformation is about far more than the number on the scale. Our eight winners have collectively lost over 56 stone , overcome serious health challenges, rebuilt their confidence, and reclaimed their lives. Let’s meet the incredible people behind these transformations… New You Total Winner Mims Crowden  £1,000 Winner – From Broken to Unstoppable: The Mindset Shift That Changed Everything...