5 superfoods for weight loss

Kale Caesar Salad

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 21 Oct 2026 09:37:30 -0700

Kale Caesar Salad

My kale Caesar salad recipe has tender greens, creamy dressing, buttery avocado, and crunchy pine nuts. No croutons or massaging needed! Get The Recipe

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2026 is not over yet! Free Reflection Printable.

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:07:25 -0700

2026 is not over yet! Free Reflection Printable.

We are in the last couple of months of 2026, and it is easy to slip into thinking that the year is almost over, and it’s too late to make big changes.

The thing is it is easy to forget or not realise what we have already achieved this year. We can fall into the habit of focusing on what we have not achieved, or not done… and forget to actually take a moment to think about what have achieved, learned, experienced and grown through.

When you can look back and reflect and think “Oh wow, I actually have done well this year.” It gives you the confidence and the courage to take the next step, and focus on what more you can build on.

When it comes to your health, you can achieve a lot in 2 months.

You could lose 1-2 stone in 2 months on the new you plan: which could have a positive improvement on your overall health including your resting heart rate, your blood pressure, your stress levels, the quality of your sleep, your energy levels, your joint pain, your flexibility, your fitness levels, your confidence, self esteem and your even your style!

You can use this time to create a vision of experiences you would like to have with family and friends this Christmas and New Year. And how much better you will feel to have lost weight and become healthier. Having a strong why and an emotional vision you can connect with really helps.

Studies show that most habits take 21-67 days to feel normal… so you can build a new habit. Maybe you can become someone who never walks less than 7000 steps a day, someone who works out 3 times a week, someone who gets up early and journals every morning.

Maybe you have a project in your home, work or business that you could complete before the year is out to have a great sense of satisfaction and to give your mind something to focus on as you are losing weight.

Maybe you have realised that you have started to speak and think more negatively recently. You could start to put a conscious effort into catching those thoughts and words and turning them into a more positive and empowering message for yourself and others. Remember, what you think about, you become!

2026 is not over.

And how you spend the next 10 weeks (or less) will determine how you feel this Christmas, and who you step into 2027 as.

GET YOUR FREE 2026 REFOCUS PRINTABLE HERE.

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Honey Cake

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:37:15 -0700

Honey Cake

This honey cake recipe tastes just like my grandma's Russian medovik, with 8 moist, golden layers and sweet cream frosting. No refined sugar! Get The Recipe

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Stuffed Butternut Squash

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 09:37:40 -0700

Stuffed Butternut Squash

My stuffed butternut squash is filled with juicy chicken, smoky bacon, creamy ranch, tender kale, and melty cheese. An easy, cozy fall dinner! Get The Recipe

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Stuffed Mushrooms

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 9 Oct 2026 13:37:22 -0700

Stuffed Mushrooms

My easy stuffed mushrooms have a creamy sausage and bacon filling, golden cheese tops, and make-ahead options. Perfect for your next party! Get The Recipe

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Grilled Brussels Sprouts

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 5 Oct 2026 10:37:40 -0700

Grilled Brussels Sprouts

My quick grilled Brussels sprouts have charred grill marks, tender centers, and a tangy balsamic-Dijon marinade. No precooking or skewers! Get The Recipe

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Pumpkin Banana Bread

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 30 Sep 2026 22:37:20 -0700

Pumpkin Banana Bread

My easy pumpkin banana bread has a soft, moist crumb, warm spices, melty chocolate chips, and no refined sugar. Perfect for fall! Get The Recipe

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Hearts Of Palm Pasta (Tuscan Style)

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 28 Sep 2026 12:37:10 -0700

Hearts Of Palm Pasta (Tuscan Style)

My hearts of palm pasta recipe has a creamy Tuscan sauce with spinach and sun-dried tomatoes. Low carb and gluten-free, with protein + fiber! Get The Recipe

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Healthy Pumpkin Cookies

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 19 Sep 2026 15:37:31 -0700

Healthy Pumpkin Cookies

My gluten-free, healthy pumpkin cookies have real pumpkin, fall spices, and creamy vanilla glaze. 4 grams of protein and no refined sugar! Get The Recipe

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Sausage Gravy

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:37:03 -0700

Sausage Gravy

My homemade sausage gravy recipe is rich, savory, thick, and creamy without any flour or roux. Pure comfort food in just 20 minutes! Get The Recipe

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Crab Cake Recipe

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 22:37:36 -0700

Crab Cake Recipe

My Maryland crab cake recipe has more crab and less filler for tender, chunky centers and a golden crust. Multiple binders & cooking options! Get The Recipe

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White Bean Soup

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:37:28 -0700

White Bean Soup

My one-pot white bean soup is lightly creamy, packed with veggies, and full of savory Tuscan flavor. No soaking, ready in 35 minutes! Get The Recipe

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Apple Bread

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:37:27 -0700

Apple Bread

My apple bread tastes like fall, with a soft, moist crumb, tender apples, and warm cinnamon. 4 grams of protein and no refined sugar! Get The Recipe

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Sausage Balls

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 5 Sep 2026 10:37:38 -0700

Sausage Balls

My easy sausage balls are crispy outside, tender and cheesy inside, and ready in 30 minutes. Just 6 ingredients, no biscuit mix needed! Get The Recipe

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Rainbow Carrots (With Creamy Herb Sauce)

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 3 Sep 2026 22:37:06 -0700

Rainbow Carrots (With Creamy Herb Sauce)

My rainbow carrots roast up tender and caramelized, then get a cool, creamy herb sauce on top. An easy, pretty side dish in about 30 minutes! Get The Recipe

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Pan Fried Cod

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 1 Sep 2026 12:37:42 -0700

Pan Fried Cod

My pan fried cod is flaky and tender with a buttery garlic, lemon, and caper sauce. An easy, 15-minute fish dinner with no breading! Get The Recipe

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Chicken Sorrentino

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 22 Aug 2026 10:37:41 -0700

Chicken Sorrentino

My chicken Sorrentino has juicy chicken layered with salty prosciutto, golden eggplant, marinara, melty mozzarella, and basil. No breading! Get The Recipe

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Tomato Tart

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 14:37:26 -0700

Tomato Tart

My tomato tart has juicy summer tomatoes over a creamy feta layer and buttery almond crust. Fresh, savory, and made for tomato season! Get The Recipe

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Bruschetta Dip

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 13 Aug 2026 09:37:37 -0700

Bruschetta Dip

My bruschetta dip layers silky ricotta cream with fresh and sun-dried tomatoes, basil, garlic, and balsamic for an easy, scoopable appetizer. Get The Recipe

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2026 Transformation Challenge – I AM IN

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 04:07:40 -0700

2026 Transformation Challenge – I AM IN

2026 The Year You Choose YOU

Your Transformation Story Could Win You a Share of £7,000

The second half of 2026 is here, and this could be your moment.

Imagine opening a message that says:

“Congratulations. Your transformation story has been chosen as a winner!”

What would that mean for you?

Maybe the prize money would help you book the trip of a lifetime. Perhaps you would celebrate your new confidence with a brand-new wardrobe, make improvements to your home or create unforgettable memories with the people you love.

Your prize could become something completely personal to you. Something that makes you smile every time you think about it.

And it could all begin with simply sharing your story.

I know what it feels like to think, “That won’t be me”

It is so easy to believe that winning is something that only happens to other people. I thought that too.

In 2024, I entered the New You Transformation Challenge and went on to become the overall winner for the entire year. I used my £10,000 prize money to enjoy a trip of a lifetime, including first-class flights, and created memories I will always treasure.

Other winners have chosen to spend their prizes in completely different ways.

Tessa, our 2025 overall winner, treated herself to a new sofa and patio, creating a lovely space to enjoy at home. Another winner used her prize to treat her children to a special day out that they talked about for months.

There is no right or wrong way to use your prize. It is about what winning could make possible for you.

£7,000 to be won every two months

In each Transformation Story Challenge round:

One overall winner will receive £3,000, and a further £4,000 will be shared among other winning stories.

That means there is more than one opportunity to win in every round.

You can also enter each new round, even if you have entered previously. There are still three £7,000 rounds remaining in 2026, so there are plenty of chances for your story to be recognised.

Please don’t count yourself out

You might be thinking:

“I’ll enter when I’ve lost a little more.”

“My transformation isn’t big enough.”

“Someone else has a better story than me.”

Please don’t let those thoughts stop you.

You do not need to be at your final goal. You do not need to have lost the most weight. You do not need to have followed your journey perfectly.

Your story is powerful because of what you have already achieved.

It is in the decision to start. The days you kept going. The moments you chose yourself. The habits you have built and the changes you have made that other people may never see.

Whether you are still proudly in Progress, have reached your goal and can say I Did It, or are maintaining your weight loss, we want to hear from you.

Your transformation is about more than the scales

Past winners have lost anywhere from around 2 stone to 12 stone. Every transformation has been different, and there is no single type of winning story.

Your journey might be about feeling confident in photographs again. It could be wearing clothes you had hidden away, having more energy for your family or being able to do something that once felt difficult.

Perhaps you can walk farther, sleep better, join in with family activities or feel more comfortable in your own skin.

Maybe one of your biggest achievements was returning to the plan after a difficult day instead of giving up completely.

The number on the scales is only one part of your story. Often, the biggest changes are the ones that cannot be measured.

Every journey is unique, but every honest story has the potential to inspire someone.

Your story could be someone else’s reason to begin

Think back to when you first started your New You journey.

Perhaps another customer’s transformation gave you hope. Maybe you saw their photographs, read their story and thought:

“If they can do it, maybe I can too.”

Your story could now become that moment for somebody else.

By sharing what you have experienced, you could give another person the confidence to take their first step. You could show them that change is possible, even when the journey is not perfect.

And your story could win you a share of £7,000.

Real Words From Real Winners

“I’m much happier with everything in my life… it feels like this plan was made for people like me.” – Kirsty
“This isn’t just weight loss, it is a lifestyle that has completely transformed me from exhaustion into strength and discipline.” – Mavis
“I used to treat diets almost like punishment. If I felt low, I’d think losing weight would fix everything. I viewed plans like this in a very harsh way before. Now I see it as nourishment, and that shift has been really important. – Mims

These stories reflect individual experiences.
Emotional and wellbeing changes vary from person to person and are not guaranteed.

We’ve Made Entering Easier Than Ever

I promise this bit is painless. We’ve simplified the entry process to make it as quick and easy as possible.

You don’t need to write perfectly, create a video, or have professional photographs. Our entry form will guide you through everything we need.

Before you begin, gather the following:

Your weight-loss information: Tell us how much weight you’ve lost so far, where you are in your journey, and how much more you’d like to lose, if any.

Your before photograph: Share the photograph that best shows where you started. Perhaps the photo you once considered your “worst” photograph.

Your favourite current photograph: Choose a recent photograph that makes you feel proud and shows how far you’ve come.

Your original “I Am In” photograph: Upload the “I Am In” picture you took at the beginning of your New You journey.

Your current “In Progress” or “I Did It” photograph: Take a new picture holding your “In Progress” poster if you’re still working towards your goal, or your “I Did It” poster if you’ve reached it. Need the most recent poster? Download it below.

Then simply tell us your story. Share why you started, what’s changed, what you’ve overcome, and what your transformation means to you.

Write as though you’re telling your best friend. You don’t need perfect words. The most powerful stories are often the most honest ones.

Who can enter?

Entering the 2026 Transformation Story Challenge is completely free and open to New You customers, subject to the full terms and conditions.

You can enter whether you:

Are still working towards your goal
Have reached your goal
Are maintaining your weight loss
Have entered a previous round

You can submit a new entry for every £7,000 round, even if you have entered before.

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE 2026 I AM IN POSTER

Your remaining chances to enter in 2026

The next rounds deadlines are:
Monday, 31st August 2026
Saturday, 31st October 2026
Thursday, 31st December 2026

Each of these rounds has a £7,000 prize fund, with £3,000 awarded to one overall winner and a further £4,000 shared among other winners.

Separately, we also have our independent £10,000 2026 Overall Transformation Story Challenge. This is its own round, with an entry deadline of Monday 30 November 2026.

Don’t wait until your story feels “good enough”

You have already done the hard part.

You started. You kept going. You made changes and have become part of a story that could inspire someone else to believe in themselves.

Now it is time to celebrate how far you have come.

You could inspire others.

You could become one of our next winners.

You could win a share of £7,000.

This could be your moment.
This could be your story.
This could be your New You.

Why wait? Enter now!

CLICK HERE TO SUBMIT YOUR STORY

WATCH OUR VIDEO GUIDANCE ON HOW TO TAKE THE IDEAL TRANSFORMATION PHOTOS

TERMS & CONDITIONS

You must be over 18 years of age
The Challenge will run from 1st January 2026 – 31st December 2026. Submission deadlines are: 28th Feb, 30th April, 30th June, 31st Aug, 31st Oct, 31st Dec. Submission deadline for yearly 10K overall challenge is 30th Nov.
You must be holding the I AM IN poster in your before photo (or any previous I AM IN Poster) to be considered. If you photoshop the poster onto the photo, unfortunately it will not be accepted.
You must be holding this new I N PROGRESS or I DID IT poster in your after photo to be considered. If you photoshop the poster on, unfortunately it will not be accepted. Photos which have been altered using AI will also be discluded. (See full photo guidance on main Transformation Challenge blog page)
You must submit your transformation story along with your photos online by the date of closing.
The winners of the challenges will be notified within 7-10 days of the bi-monthly challenge ending.
Products must be purchased directly from The New You Plan & not Buy & Sell websites or other third parties.
You can enter as many times as you wish with the same story, you can use updated photos with the poster if your transformation has continued.
The winners of the challenge will be chosen by our expert New You Plan panel, including an independent adjudicator to ensure the fairness of the challenges (more details available on request).
In the unlikely event that we do not have any entries that meet our minimum criteria for the bi-monthly deadline, we have the right to forfeit the prizes for that bi-month.
Prizes are awarded as follows:
1- Overall winner of £3000 and the remaining £4000 will be shared among additional entrants whose transformations truly stand out. These winners will be selected by our judging panel based on merit, impact, and overall transformation quality, meaning anyone who puts in the effort has a real chance to win.
The New You Plan reserves the right to withhold a prize, or any part of a prize, in the event that an insufficient number of eligible entries are received for that prize period.
We love celebrating success. The New You Plan may, at its sole discretion, award extra prizes to recognise exceptional transformations, dedication, or inspiring journeys.
Any decision to withhold, reallocate, or award additional prizes will be made fairly and in good faith, based on an objective assessment of the quality, authenticity, and competitiveness of the entries received. This ensures that prizes are awarded only to genuine, deserving transformations and that the integrity of the competition is maintained at all times.
The New You Plan’s decision in all such matters is final, and no correspondence will be entered into.
If you are chosen as a challenge winner you must agree to a second set of terms and conditions that will allow The New You Plan to use your written content and images for marketing purposes.
Should a challenge applicant be found to be in breach of any New You policies, The New You Plan reserves the right to disqualify the individual(s) and any prizes or titles will be void.
When you sign up and/or submit your photos, you are opting in to receive future emails from The New You Plan in regards to the Transformation Challenges.
You must not submit photos of yourself in underwear or any inappropriate attire.
Please do not cover your face with your I AM IN or I DID IT poster.
You may be asked to verify your weight loss if there are any concerns regarding the legitimacy of your entry submission.
All submitted photos and stories must be your own original content, should not be edited, and not photoshopped in any way. This includes watermarks.
The New You Plan reserves the right to disqualify any entries that are deemed inappropriate or disrespectful.
Participants must comply with any new additional guidelines provided by The New You Plan throughout the competition.
The competition is not open to any ambassadors or affiliates currently working with The New You Plan.

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Slushie Recipe

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 18 Jul 2026 02:37:09 -0700

Slushie Recipe

Make my easy slushie recipe with real fruit and 3 simple ingredients. It’s icy, refreshing, and ready in just 5 minutes! Get The Recipe

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Cottage Cheese Ice Cream

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 00:37:10 -0700

Cottage Cheese Ice Cream

The viral cottage cheese ice cream, but creamier and richer! My easy 5-ingredient version has protein, fiber, and just 5.8 grams of sugar. Get The Recipe

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White Bean Salad

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 15:37:10 -0700

White Bean Salad

This 10-minute white bean salad recipe is my Mediterranean take on dense bean salad, with creamy beans, lemony dressing, and fresh veggies. Get The Recipe

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Avocado Smoothie

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 9 Jul 2026 14:37:14 -0700

Avocado Smoothie

My avocado smoothie tastes like a banana milkshake! It's thick, creamy, and balanced with healthy fats, protein, and just 6 grams of sugar. Get The Recipe

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Grilled Chicken Quarters

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 4 Jul 2026 03:37:17 -0700

Grilled Chicken Quarters

My grilled chicken leg quarters have juicy meat, crispy skin, and the best honey Dijon marinade for easy summer grilling. Get The Recipe

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5 superfoods for weight loss

Kale Caesar Salad

2026 is not over yet! Free Reflection Printable.

Honey Cake

Stuffed Butternut Squash

Stuffed Mushrooms

Grilled Brussels Sprouts

Pumpkin Banana Bread

Hearts Of Palm Pasta (Tuscan Style)

Healthy Pumpkin Cookies

Sausage Gravy

Crab Cake Recipe

White Bean Soup

Apple Bread

Sausage Balls

Rainbow Carrots (With Creamy Herb Sauce)

Pan Fried Cod

Chicken Sorrentino

Tomato Tart

Bruschetta Dip

2026 Transformation Challenge – I AM IN

2026 The Year You Choose YOU

Your Transformation Story Could Win You a Share of £7,000

The second half of 2026 is here, and this could be your moment.

I know what it feels like to think, “That won’t be me”

£7,000 to be won every two months

Please don’t count yourself out

Your transformation is about more than the scales

Your story could be someone else’s reason to begin

Real Words From Real Winners

These stories reflect individual experiences. Emotional and wellbeing changes vary from person to person and are not guaranteed.

We’ve Made Entering Easier Than Ever

Who can enter?

Your remaining chances to enter in 2026

Don’t wait until your story feels “good enough”

Why wait? Enter now!

WATCH OUR VIDEO GUIDANCE ON HOW TO TAKE THE IDEAL TRANSFORMATION PHOTOS

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Slushie Recipe

Cottage Cheese Ice Cream

White Bean Salad

Avocado Smoothie

Grilled Chicken Quarters

These stories reflect individual experiences.
Emotional and wellbeing changes vary from person to person and are not guaranteed.