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Name: Sarah Evans
Starting Weight: 239 lbs
Current Weight: 159 lbs
Weight Lost: 80 lbs
Inches Lost (Waist): 13.5 inches
Method: Keto + Intermittent Fasting
Favorite Exercise: Mountain biking, hiking with her dog, and HIIT workouts
“Wild horses could not drag me from scouring the cupboards for food.“
— Sarah Evans
For years, Sarah felt stuck in an endless cycle — emotional eating, cravings, and a growing sense of defeat. No matter how hard she tried, maintaining a healthy weight seemed impossible.
“It felt like everyone else had some secret I didn’t. I couldn’t control my eating, and any attempt I made didn’t last. The weight was taking its toll — physically and mentally.”
The Turning Point
Everything changed when her best friend introduced her to Dr. Berg’s YouTube channel. Sarah dove into the videos, and what she discovered shocked her.
“Keto broke all the food rules I’d been taught my entire life! But it finally made sense.”
For the first time, Sarah understood the science behind food, hunger, and weight loss. Keto and intermittent fasting gave her the structure, knowledge, and empowerment she had been missing.
“My blood sugar stabilized. I no longer felt driven by fake hunger or blood sugar spikes. I felt satisfied, not deprived. And I wasn’t going to bed with hunger pangs like I had on previous diets.”
How She Did It
Sarah took a step-by-step approach:
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Focused on staying under 25 net carbs/day
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Gradually incorporated other macros and nutrition goals
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Introduced fasting windows after 7 weeks
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Began exercising after losing her first 50 pounds
“If I had done all of these things at once, I would’ve been overwhelmed. I had to treat it like a recovery process — much like someone overcoming addiction.”
Sarah stayed completely off sugar and processed carbs for 18 months, not even planning cheat days until she was emotionally ready.
The Results
Today, Sarah has lost 80 pounds and 13.5 inches off her waist. And she’s just 9 pounds away from her goal weight.
“I feel incredible! Healthy, strong, and like I’ve gained back lost years. I’m ready for anything. I have confidence to try new things. Best feeling ever!”
What Helped Most?
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Mindset: “From the beginning, I told myself, ‘Trust the process. I’m doing this for one full year — no matter what.'”
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Planning: “I committed to not going off-plan unless it was planned.”
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Adaptability: “When life changed (like during COVID), I paused, reflected, and adjusted my plan.”
Lessons Learned from Dr. Berg
“Dr. Berg made science digestible. His visuals and explanations were life-changing. The more I understood, the more I could apply it. I also learned the importance of 7-10 cups of vegetables a day — I still aim for that!”
Advice to Others
“Keep asking: How can I set myself up for success?”
“This journey will shift with the seasons of life. Re-evaluate when needed. What works today might look different in six months. Give yourself grace, stay curious, and don’t give up. You are worth the effort.”
Sarah’s journey is a reminder that real change is possible — even if it takes time, patience, and persistence. From food addiction to freedom, she proves that knowledge, consistency, and mindset are the ultimate tools for transformation.
