From as young as I can remember, I struggled with my weight. Like many people searching for answers, I believed the next slimming pill, supplement or miracle product would finally solve my problems. I spent my pocket money on weight-loss products, even ordering supplements from America because I believed they would change my life.

Unfortunately, none of them worked.

As a teenager, my confidence became worse. I was embarrassed about my body and avoided situations where I had to take my shirt off. Every time I went swimming or to the beach, I became more self-conscious, and over the years my confidence and self-esteem became lower and lower.