Amy lost 21 lbs and counting going gluten-free
When I first met Amy, she told me she’d always battled her weight and was tired of the constant struggle. She said she gains by just “looking at food.” She also had arthritis in her knee, her digestion was not ideal, and she felt sluggish during the day. Amy had just found out her Hemoglobin A1c level was 6.1, which is in the pre-diabetic range. Amy’s goals were to feel better in her clothes and stay active to play with her grandkids.
With her symptoms of stubborn weight, fatigue, knee pain and subpar digestion, I wondered if she had a food sensitivity to gluten.
We ran a comprehensive blood test, the Wheat Zoomer. The results showed that her body was creating inflammation every time she ate wheat, barley or rye and that she had “leaky gut.” We also ran another food sensitivity panel and found she had reactions to rice and sesame.
Eager to feel better, Amy gave up eating gluten, rice and sesame and diligently followed her nutrition plan.
Her improvements from changing her diet are awesome:
- she lost 21 lbs and counting. The last time we met she told me that she’s able to wear older jeans because they fit in the waist again. She said, “I feel like my metabolism is in gear – the weight is just coming off!”
- all areas of digestion are better,
- knee and wrist pain is gone, even when she’s gardening,
- her mood is improved,
- she is more energetic,
- her A1c is now 5.5, she’s no longer pre-diabetic,
- and her body no longer wants to eat sugary foods since she feels much better eating whole, unprocessed foods.
I wanted to share Amy’s story because I know you may be feeling some of these same symptoms and wondering, “how can I feel better?”
To give you answers, Stacy and I created the “Is Gluten-Free for Me?” program. It includes:
- The Wheat Zoomer by Vibrant Wellness – this blood test is the most comprehensive and specific gluten/ wheat test AND includes a leaky gut panel. Most tests only measure a fraction of markers.
- Two Nutrition Consultation appointments. (appointments offered in person or via phone or Skype for out of town clients)
- A nutrition plan specifically catered to your body and test results with meal ideas and recipes.
- A diet and supplement protocol to heal leaky gut (if warranted by your test results).
- Expert opinion on the root causes of leaky gut and recommendations for next steps (if warranted by your test results).
For Amy, going gluten-free was a pivotal part of her success. Her comprehensive plan also included ways to balance her blood sugar, eat nutrient dense foods, and maximize digestion.
Your transformation and your results are unique to you. With the skill and expertise of a carefully customized nutrition plan, our nutritionists can help you discover improved health and learn “Is Gluten-Free for Me?” We’re offering it for an intro price of $299 until Aug 31st (regular price is $350).
Learn more about our gluten sensitivity testing program, sign up and book your first appointment.
We hope that everyone can feel as great as Amy does!
Cheers to your health,
Jen
Disclaimer: Nutrition therapy is not intended as a diagnosis, treatment, prescription, or cure for any disease, or as a substitute for medical care. Jen Marshall and Stacy St Germain are not licensed medical providers. Nutrition plans are not intended as a substitution for traditional medical care, nor should be interpreted as medical advice, but instead is an adjunctive and supportive therapy.