Slimming World announces major changes for all members as it 'says goodbye'The changes have been called the biggest since the organisation began in 1969View 2 Images Big changes are coming (Image: Pexels)Slimming World has announced that it will be "saying goodbye" to the term ‘Syns’ following a review of its language and terminology. ‌Slimming World’s managing director Lisa Salmon says: “Our methods remain largely unchanged since Slimming World was founded by the late Margaret Miles-Bramwell OBE in 1969. ‌In 2020, Margaret Miles-Bramwell OBE spoke on the Slimming World Podcast about the term 'Syns'. Lisa said: “No food has ever been banned at Slimming World and members have always been able to enjoy healthy fats. Key changes for Slimming World in January 2026‘Syns’ will be replaced by Swips – Slimming World Individual PicksHealthy fats (e.g.