How Barbara stopped dieting and found lasting weight loss

A lifetime of dieting — and the same results

For decades, Barbara followed the advice she was told would help her lose weight. Between fad diets, well-known programs, and even gastric bypass surgery, she felt like she had tried everything.

Unfortunately, the pattern was always the same: she’d lose weight, but eventually it would come back. After menopause, Barbara once again found herself right where she started.

“I knew I had to do something. Then I saw a GOLO ad — and that was it.”

Why GOLO was different

The GOLO Smart Card® and shopping list on myGOLO® made it easy for Barbara to get started. By focusing on clean, balanced meals, she felt that for the first time in her life, she was learning how to fuel her body in a way that actually made sense long term.

“GOLO is what I wish I had when I got my gastric bypass surgery. It taught me how to eat properly, not just smaller portions.”

Health improvements beyond the scale

As the weight came off, Barbara noticed major improvements in how her body felt. She experienced fewer aches and pains, her health markers improved, and her doctors were consistently pleased with her progress.

How Barbara handled plateaus without giving up

Despite the occasional plateau, Barbara didn’t panic. She understood that GOLO wasn’t about rigid rules or eating the same meals over and over again. With a wide variety of balanced food options, she made small changes when needed by keeping her meals interesting while continuing to support her body.

“If I got into a routine with the same foods, I’d switch things up — and the scale would start moving again.”

Why Barbara isn't dieting anymore

This time around, Barbara never set a strict goal weight, instead choosing to listen to her body. And the process is clearly working for her — she lost 107 lbs in 30 months!

“I let my body tell me where it should be. I’m now at my lowest weight ever as an adult — even lower than when I was in high school — and I’ve maintained it.”

Barbara decided to make her 60s better than her 50s — and she’s doing exactly that. 

“GOLO is the best gift I ever gave myself,” she says. “I’m proud that I’m finally not dieting. I’m eating real, clean food, and I can live this way for life.”