Chester tried everything under the sun to lose weight. Unable to control his appetite, he would then fall into a yo-yo pattern of weight loss and gain. Because obesity and diabetes run in his family, he was determined to lose weight. "I never thought I was obese, but I felt tired all the time," recalls Chester. "I also knew that being close to 250 pounds, I was not immune to diabetes the way I was going."

It all started with a little surfing Surfing the Internet, Chester discovered the Herbalife web site. "I was intrigued by Herbalife, but skeptical," says Chester. "Before I contacted an Herbalife Distributor, I said to myself, ' I've tried everything else, including hypnosis, so what do I have to lose?' "

The results were immediate Chester quickly lost nine pounds in the first week just using Total Control®. He also noted an increase in his energy and was motivated to take his already-active exercise routine to the next level. "I upgraded to Herbalife's Weight-Management Program," remarks Chester, "and shed even more pounds."

Bursting with vigor In just five months, Chester trimmed down to 179 pounds and went from a 42-inch waist to 29 inches. "I have boundless energy," exclaims Chester. "People look at me differently-and some people don't even recognize the 'new me.' "*

Key motivator: "My desire to feel good and wear clothes that flatter me." Diet tip: "Set reachable goals and don't give up." Favorite "thin 'n fit" activity: Basketball and walking.

Then: 244 pounds
Now: 179 pounds

I finally figured it was time to write my Herbalife pregnancy story to inspire other woman to use or continue to use the products through their pregnancy!  Another Herbalife Momma wrote:  “My opinion is:  THE MORE HERBALIFE while preggo and breastfeeding, THE BETTER. Why you might ask? Because, when you are pregnant and nursing, you need MORE nutrition, not LESS. Honest to God I can't think of much better stuff you can put into your mouth EVER than the Herbalife products. They are so jam packed full of scientifically backed nutrition that they make you feel and look Super Human. If you are pregnant and arguing with your Herbalife Coach as to why you can't or shouldn't take the products, just stop it and tell me for a minute what in the heck you ARE actually putting in your mouth right now. Most pregnant women are eating toast, or cereal, or junk food, or pickles and ice cream, or more junk food, or fast food, or skipping meals all together. Herbalife products are ALL super healthy foods: beans, grains, herbs, etc. They are the BEST thing you can feed yourself and your baby!!!”  No Better Words have been spoken

I have been on the products since late 2002.  I was 14 and saw my stepmother lose 20lbs and 6 sizes in about a month and a half so I decided to hop on the bandwagon!  I lost 30lbs in about 8 weeks and felt amazing energy right away!  I knew when I conceived naturally in April of 2010 I would continue the products throughout my pregnancy.  I used the products throughout the pregnancy, the delivery, the recovery, and while nursing. I lost all of my baby weight within 60 days, and nursed until my son was about 9 months old.

- My pregnancy was incredible.  My energy was amazing especially compared to what I had seen most women experience. The first trimester, I was dramatically more tired than normal, even falling asleep at the gym once or twice but other than that from First trimester on, energy was incomparable and I had virtually no symptoms.  I had no swelling, back pain or heartburn. I had no cravings which I attribute to the Herbalife products giving my body what it needed throughout the whole pregnancy!  The only symptom I had was emotional swings from time to time J I was mildly (3-4days/wk) active throughout my entire pregnancy and even worked out until 3 days before I gave birth!

- My delivery was awesome! I went into labor at 10pm on Friday night, left for the hospital at 11pm and was 6cm dilated upon entering the hospital!!  My entire 8 hour labor was completely natural and I gave birth to a 9lbs 2oz. baby boy!  Thinking back, the entire process was amazingly peaceful and extraordinary which I account to Herbalife.  I was in the best shape ever and nutritionally energized. PS (No tearing ladies :) )

- My recovery – Overall amazing!  I lost my 31lb baby weight in 60days plus an additional 15lbs.  Not only did the products allow me to lose weight but to adjust to mommy hood better.  Sleep deprivation, etc. is a major feat in the beginning but in the morning I would focus on shake tea, tablets to not only make it through the day but enjoy this amazing time!

- My body – Yes it’s an adjustment.  My baby belly was nice and round in pregnancy so after I gave birth I was ecstatic to see the belly virtually GONE.  From the moment I gave birth I wasn’t nervous about losing the weight, I knew I had lost my weight before so I could easily do it again!  I can honestly say I am in BETTER shape and have six pack abs after pregnancy. THANK YOU HERBALIFE!

- Nursing –  I used all the products I had before my pregnancy except Cell U Loss (regulates liquids in the body, which for nursing mothers you NEED), Total control (metabolism booster/caffeine) and Snack defense.  Nursing mothers not only need MORE nutrition than before they’re pregnant but while their pregnant! So quality nutrition is key for nursing a healthy baby!!  YES Herbalife and Nursing MIX :)

- Products:  I used all of the products that I was already on:

Formula 1 Shake mix, Multivitamin, Cell activator, Aloe, Herbalifeline, Aminogen, Protein bars/beverage mixes, Herbal tea.

In addition to those, next time around I will add:

Garden 7, Calcium, Flora Fiber, the Herbal Tea, the Chicken Soup, Roseguard, Schizandra, Formula 1 Sport, Rebuild Strength, Hydrate and Lift Off (In moderation).

- My son:  Is 14mos. old and incredibly healthy!  He was crawling at 4mos., was walking at 9 months and ahead in his words.  He has NEVER had a cold, and had his first stomach bug last week for about 10hrs.  He is athletically inclined and very much has an engineers mind.  He always looks like he is studying or trying to figure something out.  He drinks the For. 1 shakes, aloe, Herbalifeline in his bottle, the Muscle/Strength/Recovery, the bars, and the Beverage mix.

I wanted to share my pregnancy with others because I was inspired by Kristi Roberts and her birth story.  I want other Moms (soon to be Moms) to KNOW there is no better nutrition for themselves and their kids than Herbalife.  I want at least 1 more child and will again give my baby the BEST start in life!!

THANK YOU HERBALIFE

PS One thing Herbalife has not given me is the ability to write better, so I used Kristi’s story as an outline for me to write this! So Yes same format. But My Story :)

In my Life I have been extremely large  130+ kgs,  always been a  yoyo dieter. I had lost weight through different avenues but never could maintain. One day I looked at myself and said I needed to lose weight to be healthy, I needed to be healthy for my family, and I needed to be around a lot longer. A couple of days later I received a flyer in the box saying “join our 12 week weight loss challenge” I took the flyer looked at it thought great idea, and then threw it in the bin. It went in and out of that bin several times over the next couple of days and then I rang the number reached John, he told me a little of the challenge,  I said I would be there.  My new life began I was introduced to the wonderful products of Herbalife.Over the last few years of my life I have had continual Tropical Ear, like eczema inside the ear, Scratchy eyes, Ringworm I couldn’t shake.  Had internal surgery which never felt right ., I had injured my right foot and after numerous amount of trips to the doctor  quartizone injections etc, he said my only recourse was to have an operation or have plaster on for six weeks to immobilise it.  (No way thought I).   I tried getting fit doing Zumba, but hurt my knee (excess weight argh).  I Have  been a migraine sufferer for years,  Also an accident left me with a bad neck, When I woke in the mornings, getting out of bed was a mission I could hardly walk because of intense pain only with the help of the wall was I able to move . I lived for panadine and anti inflammatory’s .  Herbalife has been fantastic, Herbalife has changed my life, I jump out of bed now, my foot, knee and internal pain are only a memory, my eyes are moist, and Ringworm has gone.  Never have I had  another  headache  let alone a migraine.  I take all the products now   These  products are my saviour,  I can’t  thank John enough for putting that flyer in my box and changing my life. 

height 5'6"  with herbalife the easiest weight loss   90kg   to  77kg