Losing weight with SHEKO: Kathie's story

“I used to be slim. And athletic! But during my pregnancy with twins nine years ago, that changed drastically – I ended up gaining 32 kg and weighing 92 kg . After the birth, I only lost 20 kg. Three years ago, I quit smoking, and food became my new addiction. Where other people eat one portion, I would fill two plates to the brim and then add another half on top. The biggest problem, however, was what I ate: pizza, fast food, chips, nachos – with cheese, of course – gummy bears… Looking back, I realized that my calorie intake was around 3000-4000 kcal a day.”

“Like most overweight people, I’ve tried to lose weight time and again – and tried absolutely everything. But it only led to frustration. Then, at the end of April 2019, something clicked. We were on holiday in Mallorca and my partner filmed me. When I saw the footage, all I could think was, ‘ Put that whale back in the sea! ’ That might sound harsh, but I knew things couldn’t go on like this. And my partner confirmed it. He told me he loved me the way I was, but that losing a few pounds would be nice.”

"The transition wasn't actually difficult for me. I was maybe a little hungry during the first week; I was simply used to much too large portions. But I quickly learned that you can hold out for a while until it's time to eat again. Most of the time, it's not even hunger, but just the feeling that you could eat something again. You learn to distinguish between the two quickly. Sometimes you're actually just thirsty!"

But let's not kid ourselves: Drinking diet shakes alone won't make you thin. Kathie also adjusted her diet and is proud to be making better choices today. She doesn't have to give up pasta, though. On the well-stocked supermarket shelf, she simply reaches for whole-wheat pasta, which, thanks to its fiber content, provides a long-lasting feeling of fullness.

In the first phase of her transition, Kathie replaced both breakfast and dinner with a SHEKO shake . Lunch? She still spends it with her favorite colleagues at local restaurants. A quick glance at the menu always reveals healthy options. And if she gets a little craving in the evening, she opts for crunchy vegetables instead of a bag of chips. Week after week, the number on the scale decreased – without her feeling like she was on a strict diet. After three months, she had lost 15 kg and 8 cm from her waist .

One thing is certain: everyone has individual needs. And that's a good thing. The graphic illustrates how the use of the shakes can be tailored to each individual . Do you love a leisurely breakfast? Then stick with it and drink your SHEKO shake in the evening. Short on time at lunchtime? No problem, because your favorite shake provides you with the necessary nutrients even in the middle of the day. Whether you replace one or two of your meals with a shake is entirely up to you. It's really simple: you decide what makes you feel good.

“On the contrary. I'm happy to pay a little more for quality and good ingredients. When I look at what I used to pay for a visit to the bakery, I actually save money in the long run with the shake ! Sandwiches, pastries – I used to spend €10 on those, a SHEKO shake only costs me €1.20 .”

"A few days after drinking my first shake, I already noticed a change. They filled me up and I didn't experience any cravings. Even now, I really look forward to every shake because they're so delicious. The quick results were definitely motivating. I don't miss my old lifestyle at all, because I still enjoy myself. I'm simply happy to have found something that works for me and tastes great too. The best thing about SHEKO: Even after a year, I haven't gotten bored because I can switch between the different flavors. My favorites are still strawberry and chocolate. Instead of eating bars of chocolate in the evening, I like to make myself a dessert with SHEKO Chocolate ."

SHEKO shakes are the perfect complement to freshly cooked meals. Since exercise has become an integral part of her healthy lifestyle, Kathie also enjoys drinking her shake after workouts. The high protein content supports the muscle growth stimulated by exercise. Kathie can confidently say that she has never felt better.

“I used to be unable to climb stairs without getting out of breath. I was n't fit and was constantly sick, always catching a cold or having a headache. Now I feel fit. I can concentrate better and I'm no longer constantly tired – I think that's also due to the many nutrients in the shake. Since changing my diet, I even sweat less and have a much better quality of life . Of course, the people around me have noticed that I've lost weight. Recently, my boss even called me into his office to tell me how radiant I've been lately . Losing weight has made me much more self-confident . I'm more relaxed and have a better sense of humor , and I can even tolerate having my picture taken again. Thanks to the shakes, I've finally learned to listen to my body again and to eat more consciously .”

Has Kathie's story inspired you? Well then, what are you waiting for? Start your own success story now! Here's how:

• Select your desired varieties from the Game Changer Box and order.
• Determine your calorie needs with our calorie calculator.
• Enter calories into a nutrition plan.
• To lose weight, replace two meals, or to maintain weight, replace one meal with SHEKO Shakes.

*The amount of weight loss varies from person to person and cannot be guaranteed. Similarly, the weight loss results reported in the SHEKO stories are individual and do not guarantee a corresponding weight loss within the same timeframe. To lose weight, two daily meals must be replaced with SHEKO shakes as part of a calorie-reduced diet.