Success Stories | Central Ohio Nutrition Center

As is all too common with middle-aged women, Margaret Owens, over the course of 20 plus years and two children, gained weight. Although at a higher weight than she would have liked, Margaret managed to maintain that weight for quite a few years. However, in 2005 she quit smoking which resulted in a gain of an additional 35 pounds. [Read more]

When weight gets in the way of a healthy and fulfilling life, it is time to assess what is important. Jill Campbell, the mother of three young daughters, saw her health declining and was having difficulty keeping up with her children. She reminded herself that she was too young to have the health problems she was dealing with, and her girls did not deserve to have an overweight mom. It was her responsibility as a mother to be a good role model for her daughters. Jill decided that, despite her busy career and lots of excuses, she had to make time to take better care of herself. [Read more]

Lori Gramke has more medical problems than most women her age. Chronic arthritic pain kept her from being physically active like she once was. In addition, a sedentary lifestyle and a less than healthy diet resulted in a gradual and steady weight gain. Last year Lori found herself in the emergency room with a heart issue. She was told her cholesterol was extremely high at 375, and that she needed to immediately change her diet and lifestyle. [Read more]

At his last physical, Stephen Jenkins was given the diagnosis of metabolic syndrome. His physician gave him the ultimatum of “make lifestyle changes” or be prepared to begin four medications to control blood sugar, cholesterol, etc. [Read more]

As a young adult, Debbie Lehman’s life was hectic and stressful. Debbie turned to food for comfort and convenience. Over the years, her weight slowly crept upward to the point where it was out of control. Debbie described herself as having a food addiction that was taking over her life. [Read more]

Nydia Guzman and Beth Bowman are mother and daughter and represent success in progress. Both experienced a gradual weight gain over their adult years. Mother and daughter started the OPTIFAST program in July of 2012, both are still losing weight on the program, and each has made significant progress. Their combined weight loss so far is 84 pounds! Beth is close to her goal, while her mom hopes to lose an additional 25 pounds. Both women are not letting the holidays interfere with their progress. They are approaching the holidays with a different attitude towards food as they seek for themselves the gift of good health through weight loss. A real plus for this mother/daughter team is that they can support each other during their journey together. [Read more]

In her 50s, Teresa Friend began to realize that her health problems were a consequence of obesity. At over 300 pounds, she was dealing with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes and acid reflux. She was taking medication for all four problems. Realizing what excess weight was costing her health, Teresa knew she was taking years off her life. [Read more]

Gary was worried about his health and wanted no part of taking insulin. He was confident that he could get his weight down again on the OPTIFAST plan. Gary started his diet in February of 2012 and reached his goal in 6 months. He lost 58 pounds. [Read more]