No more yo-yo effect: Claudia's SHEKO story

"My dieting story has been going on for many years now. In the past, I've lost weight on and off, then gained it back. Lost weight. Gained weight. I think many people are familiar with this yo-yo effect. In 2012, I'd finally had enough. At that point, I was really overweight, and I knew something had to change. By changing my diet, I lost 50 kilos*."

One factor Claudia emphasizes is that she learned she has a lactose intolerance. She then eliminated dairy products from her diet. While it hasn't been scientifically proven that lactose intolerance inhibits fat loss, many sufferers report that they only started to lose weight effectively after switching to a low-lactose diet.

"No, that was far from the end."
My weight was yo-yoing again. History repeated itself. I gained and lost weight. Gained and lost. Gained and lost. At first, it was only a few kilos, but for the last two years, my scale has been going up rather than down. I never went back to my starting weight, but there was this constant fear that one day I'd end up over 50 kilos again. That took a toll on me mentally.

“I decided for myself not to give up and to find a way that works for me. Over the past few years – and all the different diets – I realized how important it is that I find something that suits me, my everyday life, my tastes and my body. And then I stumbled across SHEKO by chance and thought to myself: ‘I’ll give that a try now’.”

"Sure, with some. I used to drink the 'typical ones from the pharmacy' back then. But I never stuck with them for long. Simply because they tasted awful and had a mealy texture. You probably know which ones I mean. That's why I was super surprised when I tried my first SHEKO shake. I thought it was delicious right away, so light and fluffy."

At SHEKO, we place the utmost importance on taste and texture. From the very beginning, our goal was to create a shake that delivers a true moment of enjoyment, not just a means to an end. The texture is creamy, and the naturally sweet flavor comes from real fruits and spices. We select our ingredients with a team of nutrition experts. This ensures not only a fantastic taste but also top-notch nutritional value.

"I took lactase tablets with my first shakes. I listened to my body: 'How is it reacting right now?' When I felt that my body was doing well, I decided to leave out the tablets the next time. And lo and behold: I felt fine. As I said before: You have to find out what works for you and your body. For me, that's the most important thing."

"The switch was so easy for me because I quickly realized everything I could do with SHEKO."
This has now become a part of my daily routine: Sure, if I'm in a hurry and on the go, I just shake up a shake. But I also love making a breakfast bowl with the 'Vanilla' powder. I mix the powder with almond milk, add some chia seeds and rolled oats, and top it with fresh fruit. It keeps me full until lunchtime and is simply delicious. Or – especially in summer – I love making a kind of sorbet with it. For that, I mix the coconut powder with almond milk, give it a shake, put the mixture in the blender, and blend it with frozen berries. There's no faster way to satisfy my ice cream cravings.

We always love hearing about your experiments with SHEKO and how you create your own unique treats. Whether it's muffins, protein bars, smoothie bowls, or even non-alcoholic cocktails – our recipes offer plenty of inspiration, so you'll never get bored with SHEKO.

"Well, I mainly use SHEKO for breakfast. At lunchtime, I eat whatever I feel like. That's usually vegetables, a crisp salad in the summer. And if I'm craving fries and currywurst, then I eat fries and currywurst. I don't count calories. I just make sure I eat a balanced diet overall. I've also noticed that it's good for me if my lunch is my main meal. Then I'm less hungry in the evening and don't snack so mindlessly."

In the evening, Claudia eats plenty of protein in the form of boiled eggs, lentils, and similar foods. Protein in the evening is filling and simultaneously boosts fat burning. It also helps the body regenerate better and is essential for muscle building. This is especially important because exercise is recommended for weight loss and a healthy lifestyle.

"Exercise is important to me. I do sports about three times a week. I especially like going to Zumba."

“I’m doing great. Even my friends comment on how balanced I am. With other diets, I was always in a bad mood. And then there was that fear I mentioned earlier. With SHEKO, I feel safe. I’m no longer afraid of the yo-yo effect, and I’ve maintained my weight for nine months without stress.”

Sounds like there might be a happy ending after all. We're so happy for Claudia.

Claudia's SHEKO story shows that changing your diet doesn't have to involve strict prohibitions. Instead, your diet should be uncomplicated and stress-free. We want you to reach your personal best with greater ease. Let Claudia's story inspire you and start your own personal success journey.

* 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.