Women’s stories

“You have made me a believer.”

At 54, Elizabeth thought her symptoms were just part of getting older. Everyone told her that weight gain, acid reflux, GI upset and minor incontinence were all part of that “middle-age thing.” But then she found our Program, and from the very first day began to see major improvements on all fronts. She wrote to tell us about her experience.

“I first found your website many months ago when I was looking for information on thyroid deficiency. I read that article, then several others, and finally I subscribed to the newsletter... but I only joined the Program this month.

“Being somewhat of a skeptic, I was not expecting to get any dramatic results from simply beginning a new diet regimen. But I went through the materials upon receiving the package, and found a lot of information that really resonated with me. The writing is very clear and readable, and the work that went into making a lot of sophisticated research understandable in laymen’s terms is appreciated. I have a BioSci degree, and I was able to grasp the concepts involved quite easily; they just make sense.

“So, I began my Program that night, and I have now had a full week with reduced carbs, more protein, fruit and vegetables in my meals. I’m eating foods I really enjoy, so it is no strain at all and takes only a moment to consider and choose wisely.

“It may sound overly enthusiastic, but I noticed a difference the very first day in how my body feels. It feels good, and it’s been a long time since I’ve said that. I have more energy and am more productive and mentally alert than I’ve been for a very long time. I feel happy, with no sluggishness or dragging through the day.

“I haven’t had a single problem with acid reflux all week; I have had no pain while eating — none at all. No gas, no bloating, no belching... nothing. And I thought I had to just put up with all that, and take the prescription-strength Zantac, and keep the antacids and anti-gas capsules handy all the time.

“I’ve also had no urinary leakage for a week; and I’ve been wearing Poise pads for at least two years now... again, it turns out that what I thought was just a  ‘middle-age thing’ was more likely related to my body’s chemical imbalances.

“So, I’ve gone through my refrigerator and cupboards, and picked out the items voted most likely to cause a problem. I’ve given them away to neighbors and family who are in their 20’s and can enjoy pasta and cookie mixes. I’ve started reading package labels at the grocery, looking for high-fructose corn syrup and preservatives, and quietly returning those to the shelf while selecting something else to buy. I’ve switched from instant coffee and regular tea to herbal teas, and I have had no food cravings whatsoever... and no caffeine withdrawal headaches! I used to eat a couple of cookies or a piece of candy before bedtime, and I don’t even want those now. Amazing!

“I know my success in this Program depends on my ability to stay with it and follow the plan, and I know that self-discipline is my toughest area. It’s so easy to go back to comfort and convenience food. I don’t like swallowing pills, but when I can get results like this there’s an incentive to just get on with it.

“As of this week you have made me a believer, and I hope I can say the same a year from now. I’ve checked the scales and there’s no big weight loss yet; but I read about that and am prepared to be patient about it.

“Feeling this good is well worth the price. I spend more than four times as much for medical insurance, and I really can’t say I’ve gotten as much from that as I have from of this Program.

“So this Program is something I am very grateful to have found, and I do thank all of you who have developed this Program and made it available to others. I appreciate your reaching out to the larger community of women, and giving us the feeling that someone hears us and understands our problems and can help us feel good again. It means a great deal to me.”

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Last Modified Date: 05/24/2011