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Orlaith Clinton

Co Antrim man sheds over 10 stone after being referred to as 'the big guy'

A Northern Ireland man who went through an incredible feat of self-transformation, says after being known as "the big guy" for his entire life, he wanted to change that.

Mike McCook, from Ballymena, weighed over 21 stone when he was at his heaviest. The 33-year-old was left depressed and anxious due to his weight problems, which became worse during lockdown in 2020.

Speaking about why he kick-started his new life, and the changes he made to his diet, Mike said he searched for low-calorie alternatives to incorporate into his meals.

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