Couple who drank 12 litres of Coke a day lost a combined 40 stone

A South African couple who drank large amounts of full‑fat cola and ate high‑calorie foods changed their diet and worked with a medical team, losing about 264kg (around 40 stone) between them; their 10‑year‑old son also lost weight.

Dawid and Rose‑Mari Lombard, from Winnie Mandela in South Africa, once consumed very large amounts of full‑fat cola and processed foods each day and reported several health problems. By September 2024 they sought help from a medical practice and began a structured programme that included a diet plan, daily walking and medical treatment. Over time the couple reduced sugar and junk food at home and adopted regular exercise and medical follow‑up. Their 10‑year‑old son also lost weight after the family changed its routines. Key facts: - The couple said they drank about 12 litres of full‑fat Coca‑Cola each day and regularly ate loaves of white bread and other high‑calorie foods. - At one point their combined weight was reported at about 440kg (just under 70 stone), and they had health issues including high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and sleep apnoea. - Starting in September 2024 they worked with a medical team, followed a dietitian‑compiled eating plan, used daily walking as exercise and received injections described as regulating glucose and appetite. - Together they lost about 264kg (around 40 stone); Dawid lost about 183kg and Rose‑Mari about 81kg, and their son lost roughly 10kg. - Dawid aims to have excess skin removed and the couple plan a rededication ceremony; Rose‑Mari has been off injections for several months while Dawid continues treatment. Summary: The family reports substantial weight loss and improvements in mobility and health after changing their diet and starting a medical programme. They continue follow‑up care and have personal plans such as possible skin removal surgery and a rededication ceremony.