At 21-years-old and 265 pounds, Jon Nickel wasn't feeling like his college years were the best of his life. "A lot of people gain the freshman 15," he says. "But I also gained the sophomore 15, the junior 15 and the senior 15. I was desperate." Finally, a friend suggested he try Herbalife. What happened next amazed him.

"The first month I lost 16 pounds. Within 8 months, I'd lost 72 pounds!"

Jon's results with Herbalife were so dramatic that he quickly became a Distributor. His mother was his first customer and soon he was also helping his fellow classmates. Today, he maintains a healthy weight and enjoys an active lifestyle he couldn't have imagined in the old days. "I go hiking and play racquetball," he says. "I love getting outside and moving around." Although he used to snack throughout the day, hitting the vending machine between every class, he hasn't gone near fast food in years. "The shakes fill me up and give me energy in the morning," he says. "I'm going to be drinking them forever."

"People ask 'How long you do have to drink the shakes?' I tell them 'As long as you want to feel great!'"

Here's How:

• Get active and support your exercise with Cellular Nutrition and Joint Support.
• Drink Liftoff™ instead of diet soda. It will give you stable energy and you won't have the urge to grab a soda.
• Break the Protein Bars in half and freeze them for snacking.

Favorites: ShapeWorks™ Protein Bars, especially chocolate fudge, Joint Support Glucosamine with Herbs, Liftoff™

Then: 265 pounds
Now: 193 pounds - 72 pounds lost

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 :)

Having been a professional sportsperson for over 16 years, I’ve always had a keen interest in health and nutrition. In order to perform at my best, I was aware of the importance of nutrition and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Despite my best efforts, I found that my overall health and stamina dropped as I transitioned away from professional sports.   

Thankfully, a friend suggested I try Herbalife as a means of improving my diet and overcoming my lethargy and lack of stamina. Within days, I started to feel a difference. My energy levels went through the roof, and I gained an overall sense of wellbeing that I had lost years ago. 

Using Herbalife products has now become an integral part of my daily lifestyle. Feeling the difference for myself, I am proud to share these products with everyone. Whether you’re looking for a competitive edge, wanting to lose or gain weight, or even just wishing to slow down the aging process, Herbalife’s range of nutritional products is exactly what you’ve been looking for.  

- Anthony Koutoufides (Melbourne, Australia)

I hate to control what I'm eating, but I realized that I needed lose weight. However, how?

My friend introduce me to Herbalife and show me how simple it is, I have started replace my breakfast. Actually, I hadn't eaten breakfast, because eaten a breakfast at the kitchen take time. Now Idrink my shake on my way, it easy.

After I had drunk on breakfast, I have started at lunch too. This and my size was the only thing that I changed in my life. In between September and March I lost 23kg / 50lbs