Weight Control Testimonials

Ken Lost 165 Pounds and 20 Inches

In 2003, Ken Wright was 63 years old and seriously overweight. He had been diagnosed with diabetes 10 years before, and he suffered with many of the complications of this disease, including diabetic neuropathy and retinopathy. He had multiple problems with his legs, thanks to an earlier accident, as well as peripheral vascular disease and severe swelling, and he was unable to walk on his own. He was also plagued with an itchy rash on his legs, arms, and back that he would often scratch so much that he drew blood. He had high blood pressure, asthma and bronchitis, severe arthritis in his neck and knees, and bowel and bladder problems. He was in constant pain, and he slept poorly. He felt hopeless because his doctor had told him there was nothing else he could do for him.

His wife, Mourlene, who is a subscriber, decided to take charge. She called the Whitaker Wellness Institute, and in June 2003 they visited our clinic.

When they got here, Ken was taking 13 different drugs: two for his diabetes, an ACE inhibitor for his hypertension, a very potent diuretic, three inhalers and an oral drug for his lung problems, an antibiotic, a thyroid medication, a topical steroid and another cream for his legs, and 15 or 16 aspirin a day for unrelenting headaches and arthritis pain. No wonder he had so many problems!

Unlike his doctors back home, we were quite confident that we could help Ken, so we got to work. He received IV infusions of glutathione and oxygen treatments, and within three days he was breathing normally and off his inhalers. He underwent a course of acupuncture and reflexology, and his urinary incontinence cleared up after a week. For his knee and neck pain he had prolotherapy injections, and for his diabetes, hypertension, and weight he was placed on a comprehensive nutritional supplement, diet, and exercise program.

The Wrights returned home after two weeks, highly motivated by Ken's improvements to continue with the program. In Mourlene's words, "He went from a pessimist to an optimist real fast. He was a different person!"

Over the next few months, Ken's headaches and neck pain resolved, and he stopped popping aspirin. He started using honey on his legs in place of the prescription steroids and creams, and the itching receded. He also began losing weight. He came back to the clinic in March for a course of EECP and hyperbaric oxygen therapy, and his improvements accelerated. The swelling in his feet went down, and the sensation and function in his legs increased by 100 percent.

As of August 2004—one year and two months after his conventional doctor gave up on him—Ken had lost 165 pounds and 20 inches from his waist. His blood pressure is under control. His blood sugar is within normal limits, and he takes no diabetic drugs. His asthma and bronchitis are gone, and he now boasts that he has an "iron bladder." Ten of the 13 drugs he was on have been discontinued—he only takes a thyroid medication and half-doses of an ACE inhibitor and a diuretic. His vision has improved, and he is driving again. He still has some problems with his legs, but he's able to walk and work out in a gym, and he feels better than he has in 20 years.

— from Health & Healing by Julian Whitaker, MD

From a Size 12 to a Size 6

Someone just told me how great I looked (that is the second person today), so I wanted to share my experience with you.

Last summer I purchased a copy of Dr. Whitaker's book Shed 10 Years in 10 Weeks. It took me more like 6 months to actually see some very significant results. I lost 25 pounds and went from a size 12 to a size 6. My skin looks great and I feel wonderful. I have been exercising, eating organic food and taking my supplements and everyday someone tells me how good I look. I found that each chapter took me 2-3 weeks to implement fully before I felt comfortable moving on to the next "step."

I have since purchased four or five more copies of this wonderful book for my sisters and close friends. Another friend at work went out and purchased a copy as well. I carry a copy of the suggested supplements list with me at all times and have shared it with dozens of friends. I did not have any significant health issues, just gaining weight as my body slowed down. I have been able to recover from nasty colds that went around my office quite a bit quicker than my coworkers and faster than last year's round of colds. Thanks so much for writing such a positive, good-sense book. It really is working for me.

And by the way, my husband jumped on the bandwagon last November and has lost 30 pounds and several sizes with just the diet and exercise. This was a real accomplishment. He actually stopped eating red meat and bad carbohydrates (white rice, potatoes, pasta)! He has reduced his cholesterol and blood sugar through diet and exercise alone. He too is looking and feeling great. He has several health issues that have greatly improved due to the good advice in the Shed 10 Years in 10 Weeks book.

Thanks again for the wonderful words of wisdom.

— Anna Bernard

Feeling Great, Unbelievable Weight Loss

I just received the medical summary of my visit to the Whitaker Wellness Institute last December. It is interesting for me to look at the 11 primary diagnoses and give you a report of my health eight weeks after attending the clinic. First, hypertension, I have not taken my blood pressure since I left but I feel calm and content. Second, insomnia, I can sleep every night beautifully without waking up until 7am. Third, constipation, I am very regular and doing great. Forth, bilateral upper leg weakness, it is almost completely gone. I workout everyday and can walk 98 percent normal without any pain at all.

All in all I feel great. I do not get tired and have a lot of energy. My weight is down to 140 lbs. and hopefully by the time we return home to Canada for the summer I'll be down to 130 lbs. We went on a 10 day cruise and I lost 1 lb. That is unbelievable!

I keep up with the recommended supplements and diet and will see my family doctor when I get back home.

— Valeria Kuettel

"You Look So Much Healthier"

We spent three weeks at the Whitaker Wellness Institute in June 2003. All of the things we learned while there we adopted into our lifestyle. We take Forward Plus everyday. The nutritionist really helped our eating habits. My wife and I have both lost weight and kept it off. I have cut my blood pressure medication by half.

Our greatest joy is seeing our friends and relatives reactions, especially people we haven't seen for a year or so. Their comments range from "You look so much healthier!" to "Have you had plastic surgery?!"

— Jack Minchey, Eatonton, Georgia

From 340 to 190 Pounds

At age 39, Mark tipped the scales at 340 pounds. He also had angina, and when the pain became too much, he came to the clinic—where he finally got the motivation and inspiration to make lifestyle changes. It took a couple of years, but Mark stuck with the program and has maintained an average weight of 190 for more than seven years. His angina is long gone, and he has never felt better.

— from Health & Healing by Julian Whitaker, MD

Here Comes the Bride

“Despite exercising on a regular basis, I was a little on the heavy side. Recently, my fiancé proposed—and let me tell you, nothing motivates a girl to lose weight like an impending wedding. My diet needed some serious attention so I made a commitment to cut out starches and sugars. It wasn’t easy at first, but you know what? The pounds started falling off. Now, eating like this is second nature. It’s been four months and I’ve lost 20 pounds. I’d like to drop another 10, and with this program, I know I can.”

— S.S. Los Angeles, California

Heart Health Returns

RJF, an incredibly young-looking 65-year-old, lost 80 pounds and has kept it off for three years by eating a “commonsense” diet and walking two miles a day. He also saw his heart, which was in mid-stage heart failure, return to normal.