Colleen Lost 35 Pounds and Improved Her Health with Keto 

Did you have any problems with your weight or health before going on keto? 

I once was a slave to being overweight, fighting my cravings and my appetite. I felt betrayed by my own body as I developed metabolic disorders and found it harder and harder to lose weight. I struggled to maintain a healthy weight for years and ended up 50 pounds overweight despite all my best efforts; I weighed 188 lbs. at the beginning of this journey. 

I was on medication for both of my metabolic disorders. I constantly dealt with food cravings and hunger throughout the day. 

Does exercise play a role in your success on keto? If so, how? 

Due to a bad fall at work that left me with severe neck and back pain, and several other health issues, I was very limited in my ability to move. I found my weight increasing and was stuck taking naproxen to deal with my pain. 

I decided to try Dr. Berg’s Ketogenic and intermittent fasting (IF) program to reduce inflammation and hopefully lose weight. I was unable to engage in any form of exercise due to my injuries; even going on walks caused pain. I was identified on Dr. Berg’s body type test in his book, The New Body Type Guide, as Adrenal Type and secondary Thyroid Type.  

How has your health improved since you started keto? 

On my healing journey, I have lost 35 pounds, and my appetite no longer controls me. I have truly been set free. I was able to lose weight with no exercise for the first 6 months.  

Keto and IF decreased my inflammation and pain levels, and I was able to transition to essential oils to help with my pain instead of naproxen. 

During the first four months of my journey, I was supporting my system with the following products that Dr. Berg offers: Adrenal Package, Sea Kelp, and D3 and K2 products. 

I have so many non-scale victories that are wonderful side benefits. My appetite is no longer my master; I can choose to eat as my body needs food, and I can listen to my body, trusting it to not take me down a path of unhealthy cravings. I no longer have dried-out, cracked heels; they are soft and supple. I have watched years drop off my face. I no longer deal with puffy bags under my eyes, and it seems as if my entire facial skin tone and texture have transformed. You know it must be true that you look younger when your 28-year-old son says you now look like you did on your 40th birthday! I turn 60 this September.  

Some of the other benefits that I have gotten from a ketogenic lifestyle are: My nails have become stronger, I have so much energy, and I wake up no longer dragging myself out of bed. I no longer have afternoon slumps with no energy, I no longer have brain fog, and I can climb my stairs without becoming out of breath. My eyes have become so bright and clear that people are constantly commenting on the change. Most importantly, my nerve pain has continued to diminish, and my body is steadily healing from my injury. I have been able to return to some of my activities, and I am a work in progress.  

To date, I weigh 153 lbs., and I have about 15 more pounds to reach my goal weight. But my journey will not end there. I am so satisfied with this way of eating that I will continue for a lifetime. I am not growing older. I am growing younger! I expect to continue this health journey to build muscle, flexibility, and complete restoration. My goal is to bring my body to a place of optimal health. I plan on growing young all the way into my 90’s and beyond, why not?  

If you could offer advice to someone starting keto, what would you say? 

My advice is FOLLOW DIRECTIONS, because Dr. Berg has done the research, he has over 3000 videos for FREE you can listen to, so listen and learn.  

Any other details you want to share?   

Thank you, Dr. Berg, you have given me a new lease on life, and more importantly, I am no longer bound to a body that dictates me and tries to break my will. I have been SET FREE, and my unhealthy appetite and cravings are gone. 

I am eternally grateful for Dr. Eric Berg and his gracious teachings that have transformed my life. He has given me back my health through this well-balanced plan.