Joshua & Mary Haun

Ages: 36 & 45

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA

When  we started our journey to change our diet, I weighed 335lbs, while my  wife, Mary, weighed about 165 lbs. Mary was struggling with brain fog,  irritable bowel syndrome and general lethargy. I had terribly low  energy, no stamina, inflamed joints, and pain in my knees. I was also  probably pre-diabetic, based on the amount of fat I was carrying in my  midsection. We tried vegetarian and vegan diets, juicing, and  elimination diets that removed gluten, sugar, dairy, nuts, etc. Finally,  we decided to try a low-carb approach and the results came quickly!  Within 2 months,  I lost over 30lbs and had enough energy to entertain the idea of going  to the gym. In that same time, Mary noted how she rarely felt any brain  fog and that her bowel movements had become more regular. Over the  following months, I noticed that I was no longer feeling inflammation in  my joints and that my knees were no longer sore when going up and down  stairs. Mary and I found that our blood sugars were testing normal, and  the weight was falling away for both of us. We felt as though we had  stumbled upon the world's best-kept secret!

As  it stands today, I have lost over 120lbs, and Mary has lost 45lbs, and  we have both kept the weight off.  There have been battles to be sure,  but through it all, the rewards that we have reaped through low carb  nutrition are undeniable. We can't bring ourselves to go back to the  S.A.D. [“Standard American Diet”] way of eating ever again! 

As  children who watched the health of our loved ones deteriorate due to  misinformation about nutrition, we’ve seen how the recommended dietary  guidelines didn't work for our family, and  we’ve made new discoveries about diet that have shifted our  relationship with food, resulting in more vibrant and healthy lives.

Major Frank Cortez

Age: 39

Location: Knoxville, Iowa

I am an Active Duty Major in the United States Army. I consider myself to be in excellent physical condition. I have probably tried every type of diet and workout routine. Before going “keto,” my diet consisted mainly of an extremely high protein/low carb/low fat regimen.

When I started the ketogenic diet, I was beyond skeptical. But after the first four weeks, I began to see not only physical changes in my body, but also improved energy levels and mental clarity. While I used to fall back to coffee, energy drinks and supplements to get me through long periods on duty, now, my diet is enough. On keto, I have retained all my lean mass and I am stronger and faster than ever. I also have more energy for my wife and children. Now, I tell everyone I know about the pitfalls of standard dietary recommendations.

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Mindy Humphrey

Age: 40

Location: Vancouver, Washington

Last year, I decided to try to lose 40 pounds by the time I turned 40 (in nine months), so I tried the Ketogenic diet. I was 5’7” and 205 pounds at the time. By the time I turned 40, I had surpassed my goal and lost 50 pounds. My new diet gave me more energy and mental clarity, reduced my inflammation and chronic neck pain, eliminated my cravings and hunger pangs, and lifted my depression. I achieved all of this by eliminating sugar, reducing carbohydrates, and consuming more healthy fats. I have now lost a total of 60 pounds. I had lab work done after year one, and the doctors noticed huge improvements all around. I am so thankful for this diet, and I hope more people realize that existing nutrition recommendations don’t work for everyone."

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Michael Carrato

Age: 49

Location: Williamsville, New York

I started dieting when I was 13 years old, when the low-fat craze was taking hold. I was an athlete but always battled weight gain, fatigue, sleep issues, autoimmune problems. Over time, my weight increased to 400 lbs, on a 5”6 frame. I tried a number of different approaches to diet and exercise, but none offered a sustainable solution.

Last year, I felt like I’d run out of options. Then I stumbled on Jason Fung's The Obesity Code and it gave me hope. I attempted my first 24 hour fast soon, and it quickly turned into 60 hours. At 40 hours, the fog I had always lived in simply lifted. In six months, I lost 80 pounds. My A1C went from 8.7 to 5.4. My liver markers corrected. After years of struggling just to walk, I plan to start playing ice hockey again soon. I am more than halfway to my goal weight of 180lbs, barely a year after I thought I'd be dead by age 55. Thank you for sharing the nutritional knowledge that the government and advisory boards have suppressed. You have literally saved my life.

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Jay Bart Simmons

Age: 63

Location: Dallas, Texas

“I have had skin and thyroid issues for decades. I have consulted with multiple doctors. I have read extensively. I have even joined various thyroid support groups. Not once did I hear food mentioned as a potential cause or trigger. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommended that I keep eating carbs and stay away from red meant and fats. I followed those guidelines to a T. Yet, my kin issues continued to worsen.

After contracting acid reflux, I cut out most grains, sugars, and vegetables, as well as starches and refined carbs. My skin issues disappeared. Today, my diet features natural fats derived from organic beef, pork, chicken, eggs and fish.

My results speak for themselves. Before, I weighted 22 pounds and had a 36-38 inch waist size. I had Dyshidrotic Eczema, psoriasis, joint pain, acid reflux and Hypothyroidism, and needed prescription ointments, salves, steroids, and shampoos. Now, I weigh 200 pounds and maintain a 33 inch waist size. Every single malady has either improved or been fully remedied.

I’ve got a lot of ranching left in me and a lot of travel plans. I plan to dance at the weddings of each of my 11 grandchildren. I feel great. My wife loves the new, healthier me. We celebrate our 40th anniversary this year. Life is indeed good!”

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