Success Stories
Chuck and Kathy: 165 lbs Lost
Posted: Sep 01 in Success Stories tagged OPTIFAST by adminHEALTH AND HAPPINESS RESTORED WITH 165 POUND LOSS
In June 2009, Chuck Holman desperately needed both knees replaced. Weighing 335 pounds, he was refused knee surgery until he lost at least 80 pounds. His diabetes, sleep apnea, high blood pressure, heart disease, gastric reflux, and cellulitis were all made worse by his obesity. Chuck and his wife enjoy traveling. His doctors told him he could no longer travel. Driving and flying were both too risky. An avid outdoorsman, his passion for hunting was also curtailed by his weight .His perspective on life was deteriorating. Life was no longer fun.
Chuck’s wife Kathy was also overweight and experiencing health issues. As she watched her husband’s health deteriorate, her perspective on life also worsened. She was her husband’s full-time caregiver. Chuck could not share in the work of everyday life. With having to “do it all,” Kathy felt she lost her freedom. Her life was no longer fun either.
What a difference a year makes! Encouraged by the success they saw a friend have with the OPTIFAST program, Chuck and Kathy started the program in July of 2009. Now a year later, Chuck has lost 111 pounds and Kathy 54 pounds. After losing 80 pounds, Chuck’s doctor agreed to replace one knee in November 2009 and the other in February 2010. Chuck now uses 20 units of insulin instead of 140. He takes TEN fewer prescription medications than he did prior to weight loss. Instead of sleeping “around the clock,” Chuck now sleeps much less and much better. In addition to much improved health and energy, Chuck and Kathy are back to traveling, hunting, and working together. Life is good again! Kathy’s only complaint now is that Chuck won’t slow down!
Dorcas: 55 lbs Lost
Posted: Jul 27 in Success Stories by admin
Dorcas Winberg did herself a favor by giving up cigarettes, but, she began to gain weight. In addition, working a different shift than her husband, she usually ate alone. Not motivated to cook for just one person, Dorcas stopped cooking and ate with careless abandon.
Tagged: OPTIFAST | Comments: NoneDaniel: 90 lbs Lost
Posted: Jun 27 in Success Stories by admin
Daniel Joy is a 26 year old music teacher and assistant high school band director. As is typical for many new graduates, his transition from college student to the working world impacted his eating and his weight. His commitment to marching band involves long hours and eating on the run. Even at his young age, it did not take long for poor eating habits to translate into a significant weight gain. The domino effect continued when his extra weight started to impact his blood pressure. The alarm went off when Daniel’s doctor told him he needed medication to reduce his blood pressure.
Tagged: OPTIFAST | Comments: NoneJanet: 89 lbs Lost
Posted: May 27 in Success Stories by admin
Janet Compton, age 65, (weight 289#, 5’2”), began the OPTIFAST program in 2007 because she wanted to move better and improve her quality of life! She also had multiple medical issues such as diabetes, hypertension, and cardiac problems. She had tried other weight loss plans but just couldn’t stick with them.
Tagged: OPTIFAST | Comments: NoneMelissa and Shayne
Posted: Apr 27 in Success Stories by admin
This year is a big year for Melissa and Shayne Phipps. They celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary. More importantly, they celebrate it being healthier than they have been in years.
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