RejuvenateYou presents Myron Talbert, 60 Pound Weight Loss Success Story

     We have seen tremendous success at RejuvenateYou working with individuals who want to lose weight, and do it naturally.  Helping anyone change their life for the better is very rewarding.  Recently, I had the opportunity to help a childhood friend who I have known for over 30+ years.  Myron Talbert, is a 47 year old male who lives in Charlotte, NC.  Myron and his family grew up down the street from our family, and the Talberts were a second family to my brother and myself.  Myron was muscular and athletic.  He  went on to play football at Elon College.  I never thought of Myron as overweight, I just thought he was a big, muscular guy. Myron decided he wanted to change his shape and overall health as he turned 40.  His transformation is impressive to say the least.  When a guy loses 60 pounds by eating properly, changing lifestyle behaviors, and keeping off the weight, this in itself is a story that must be told!

     Tell us about your history as an athlete (i.e. your weight playing football, and where you were after your playing days as you got into your 40s). 

     
     I weighed 11 lbs when I was born (thanks mom) and have always been a big kid. By the time I was in high school playing football and lifting, my weight increased from 198 to 240 when I graduated. That summer, preparing for Elon football I was at 250.  My weight after college would fluctuate between 225 -240, reaching a high at 268. A little over a year ago when I decided to make some changes, I started the process weighing 254.

Was there a particular event or reason that motivated you to want to lose some weight? 

Several.  Most importantly, was my health.  I was experiencing digestion issues.  I was tested for Celiac Disease and results were negative.  Hold that thought for later.  Also, when I asked my internist if I was lactose intolerant, his response was, ”If your stomach bothers you after eating dairy, then yes, I guess you are".  (It’s a good thing my insurance covered that advanced medical diagnosis).

High blood pressure runs in my family and I was no exception.  I was put on medication first in the late ‘90’s and then again in 2009.  I bought a blood pressure monitor wand, I would check it regularly, but did not see much change, even on the medication.

My sleep was interrupted nightly with apnea, to the point where it went from a joke to a concern.  How to address it?  Either lose some weight or wear the Darth Vader looking mask which I felt confident would not make it 5 minutes before it was tossed across the room.  I woke up tired and earlier than I wanted, and it affected my productivity during the day.  I was always dragging by early afternoon.

I’m not vain or hip enough to be concerned with a GQ look but it was a challenge for me to feel comfortable in clothes, especially business attire for work.  Not to mention if I did find something I liked, I could only hope it was available in XXL.

You had tremendous success going from 254 pounds to 225 pounds.  First question is how did you lose almost 30 pounds? 

Exercise. I was hitting the gym 4 -5 days/week and some days twice. Each time I have consciously tried to lose weight, I have done so with a strong cardio routine.  I ran a few 5Ks and did fine, but I always felt stress on my knees afterwards.  A few years of football and a few extra pounds will do that.  I started biking more and started every workout with 25-30 minutes on the elliptical machine.  I did cut back on certain bad foods and was eating better as well. Gave up ice cream…it was no coincidence Ben & Jerry’s stock dropped!

October 13, Weighing 223 pounds

Most people would consider losing 30 pounds very successful.  Why did you feel like that there was more weight to lose?

I was very pleased with the initial weight loss, but I felt confident that I could lose more weight.  I have been at least 225 for over 30 years, was eating better and staying active.  In the back of my mind I wanted to get better results, and I had momentum, so I kept raising the bar.

What prompted you to reach out to RejuvenateYou and try our Weight Loss Program and RejuvenateYou Metabolic Enhancer drops?

As stated above I had the motivation, but my weight loss had plateaued.  I went 4 weeks and could not lose anymore weight.  I even increased my cardio routine.  Nothing.  I began to accept the fact that this would be my ‘normal’ weight.  I had noticed the success and testimonials from others on the RejuvenateYou Facebook page, and noticed you repeatedly spoke of ‘eating Paleo clean’.  I had heard of the Paleo ‘diet’ before but thought I was already eating right. Additionally, after 30 plus years lifting in some capacity, I was skeptical of most supplements since I had tried numerous in the past and never noticed any changes, except maybe jittery energy. But once I read the ingredients of the Metabolic Enhancer and learned the supplements were all natural, I definitely wanted to give the product a try.  There is also something to be said for being able to read and understand every ingredient.

When did you start to notice and feel a difference?

Immediately. Removing grains, dairy, processed food and sugar concerned me a little, simply because I did not think I could be diligent with my eating.  I travel often with my job and eating clean on the road, with limited time, seemed impossible. But as I started eating clean and taking the Metabolic Enhancer, my weight began to drop. At first, I noticed that after 1 week, I was not craving anything that had been removed from my diet…and was not hungry between meals. I was eating less than before, but could still enjoy a good meal.  The meal just needed to be thought out a little differently.  In addition, my digestion improved noticeably by removing dairy and grains.  If you remember, I had tested negative for Celiac’s, but quickly realized that grains and dairy had been the culprit, or at least heavily contributed to my digestion issues.  Over the past few months, if I was at a nice dinner and warm, tasty dinner rolls or bread were presented and I tried them, within 10 minutes, I would have indigestion. This fully convinced me that my body was rejecting and did not want or need bread. During my initial weight loss, prior to eating clean and the Metabolic Enhancer, I was still experiencing stomach issues. I was eating ‘sugar free’ grain breads and ‘fat free’ dairy (cheese), thinking I was eating healthy when actually those foods, regardless of what they were ‘free’ of, they were causing havoc on my body,   It was not difficult to see that once these foods were eliminated, I felt better because of improved health, and the weight continued to fall off.

I began to notice muscle definition that had been hidden by fat, especially in my stomach and upper body. I had incorporated a heavy abdominal workout for months and began to think it was in vain because after much frustration, my love handles did not budge.  However, it did change, and although I will never have six pack abs, I could begin to see the definition and love handles melt.  Also with the weight loss, my neck and face became thinner, I stopped snoring and the Sleep Apnea mentioned above ceased.  I was sleeping better and feeling better. I had changed physicians and the new one was more in tune with what I was doing.  After two successful visits, each with more weight loss, my blood pressure was normal.  I realize I looked and felt better, but normalizing my blood pressure is my biggest accomplishment after starting this journey.  I do not like taking medications, and after years in medical sales, I have seen both the positives and negatives in pharmaceuticals.  I decided if I can do it naturally, that would be my first option.

The increased energy is hard to explain simply because I have experienced numerous "diet supplements" which contained ingredients I could not pronounce. Most of these "diet supplements" would make me feel jittery after taking them. My improved energy was better measured when working out. I noticed less recovery between sets and not being completely exhausted after my daily routine(s). Additionally, I did not drag in the afternoon which I had experienced frequently prior to using the Metabolic Enhancer.

You have completely overhauled your eating habits.  Most people assume this is a "diet" and not a "lifestyle" change.  Can you talk about how you are different now as far as energy, mood, and how your body reacts to foods you used to eat regularly in the past.

I went into this change thinking diet, but in reality it was a lifestyle change. Maybe dramatic to some, and not others, but for the first time in my life I was in tune with my body. This may sound corny, but due to eating clean, I could pinpoint what if anything reacted with my body. I realize everyone is different and the human body is amazingly adaptable…you can eat poorly and eventually your body will allow or maybe accept it and the negative results may not be as noticeable. For me, it was measured…my digestion is the best it’s been since college when a 2 AM visit to Waffle House (covered, smothered and chunked) did not bother me at all…until 20+ years later.  Also, I previously mentioned how hard it is to eat clean on the road…which is a cop out. It may be easier to eat a burger or fast food but it’s not hard to eat clean. I was running late a few months back and stopped for a sausage biscuit. I knew that the bread may cause indigestion but I ate it anyway. The biscuit started to feel like cement in my mouth…with every bite. So I removed the sausage and ate that alone thinking I’d be OK. Now understand, I cook and eat meats from the approved list and that includes occasional pork.  But the greasy film I had in my mouth after eating the fast food version almost made me sick.  Not going to name the chain because at this point, I have no faith in any fast food chains.  Fast food chains really do not care about me and my health.  If and when I decide to have another sausage biscuit, it will be made at home.

You leaned out to an impressive weight of 194 pounds by eating properly and taking the RejuvenateYou Metabolic Enhancer.  Now you are starting the RejuvenateYou Nutritional Support 15 to build muscle and decrease recovery time.  I know it's been a little over a week, but what have you noticed on this supplement thus far?

April 15, Weighing 194 pounds

Yes. I had changed my routine when I was leaning down with less strenuous lifting and focused on core exercises and cardio. I knew I would lose some strength, but felt I could build those levels back. After the positive results with the Metabolic Enhancer, I trusted the Nutritional Supplement would work, but was still a little skeptical if it could be measured as well. I started noticing a difference on day 3 when I was lifting. I was finishing my sets aggressively and realized I needed to increase my lifting weight. Anytime in the past if I had gone lighter lifting or simply not at all, the process of getting back to the ‘normal’ weight I wanted to lift took time. Now understand, I’m not going nuts in the gym…I incorporate more machines than free weights, but my workouts are aggressive and as such require recovery between sets/exercises. I saw this immediately…my body wanted the next set versus dreading it and I felt accomplished when finished.  I have notice some changes in my arms and chest, definitely more defined and better shaped. I am not looking to get huge, but I do want to build some muscle, stay in shape and look and feel better. So far, I have noticed all but the looking better…the drops do nothing for my mug. I take that back, my face is thinner…but still not any better looking!  I expect to gain some weight through muscle growth, but the leaning down process I experienced gives me the best opportunity to measure the Nutritional Support's benefits.

Can you give us some of your measurements from where you started to where you finished?

I did want to add my measurements, because there is no hiding what you see on the scale.  You suggested that I should not focus on the scale, so I did not live or die by the numbers. I was still building muscle using the Metabolic Enhancer, so I could not get frustrated when I did not see the aggressive weight loss I experienced in the beginning.  My old wardrobe is completely gone…which is a good thing and I am proud of the changes.

                             Beginning Numbers                                  3 Months after ME

Weight                       254                                           194

Neck                          18 ½                                         17

Waist                         41                                             34

Chest (suit jacket)        50                                             44

Shirt                          XXL                                            L

What stood out to you about the weight loss program at RejuvenateYou?

I think it’s very important to add what you bring to this, Dini. Your continued and tireless support, consistent follow-up, and reinforcement made frustrating days/workouts better when I did not see a change I was expecting.  You are in Florida and I am in North Carolina, yet I felt like I had a trainer with me constantly…that motivation, even from that distance kept me positive and engaged.  For that I thank you.

What would you tell anyone who has struggled to lose weight that wants to have the same level of success that you have achieved?

I want to reiterate that my success is not attributed to one thing, but the combination of eating clean, moderate exercise (nothing crazy), and the RejuvenateYou Metabolic Enhancer drops. This is not a get quick ‘diet’, and I have really worked at it to get where I am now. But at 47, my overall health has improved for the better, I feel healthier, and now I realize and understand what I need to do to in order to maintain this type of healthy lifestyle.

Myron has had an amazing transformation.  The resounding theme we see with anyone losing weight is based off changing their eating habits and lifestyle behaviors in order to have long-term success.  Losing weight is not a sprint, it is a marathon!

If you need help losing weight feel free to comment on this blog or send us an email at info@ruckerozonedoc.com  You can also reach us via phone at (941) 448-1199.

Weight Loss with RejuvenateYou Metabolic Enhancer, Week 14 through Week 20

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This is an update on the progress of a patient of ours who has started taking our RejuvenateYou Metabolic Enhancer along with changing his diet.  Our patient is a 44 year old male who works out regularly (about 4-5 times a week), but has he has seen his weight slowly creep up.  He was weighing right at 161 pounds and his clothes were fitting too tight, along with the fact he never gets a good night sleep.  I suggested to our patient that he take our RejuvenateYou Metabolic Enhancer Drops along with modifying his diet to follow our "Approved Foods" list and a Paleo Diet.  This is his progress report from weeks eight through thirteen:

Update for 1-4-2014

This week’s weigh in, 148.2 for a weight loss of 1.2 Lbs.

I’m happy with the weight loss.  Even with New Years I was able to stay on my diet but I did not exercise at all.  So all things considered I am very happy with the weight loss for the week.  My target weight goal is 140 pounds and the more weight you lose the slower the weight loss is.  The reason is, as you lose weight the body becomes more efficient and has less spare fat to work with.

Next week I plan on doing my best to stay on the diet and finally get back to working out.  So we will see if I can lose a bit more weight.

Special update for 1-8-2014

The plan for this week has been disrupted.  Yesterday due to freezing weather a pipe in an apartment above mine broke and ran water for about 3 hours before it was discovered, resulting in my apartment being flooded.  So I am a hotel refugee for an indeterminate amount of time.  I do not have access to a kitchen or any way to prepare or store food.  So this week’s experiment is to see what happens to a person who was on a very strict diet, who suddenly goes off it and starts eating processed/restaurant food.  Saturday I will give my weight gain update as well as any changes in my blood pressure.

For a start date and time of this experiment I will say 6:30 PM January 7, 2014.  That is when I went to my first buffet dinner at the hotel.  Also, since it is free I will be consuming 2 alcoholic beverages an evening.  All of the food and alcohol comes with the room so I might as well make the best of a bad situation!

Saturday update 1-11-2014

I was not able to do an official weigh in this week because my scales are in my apartment.  I am living in a hotel right now while the repair people get the flood water out and begin repairs.  But I have roughly gained 3 pounds since Tuesday.

At first I thought the experiment of abruptly going from a Paleo diet to an average fast/junk food diet would be fun, but I have changed my mind quickly.  After a couple days all the food started tasting the same: Mexican, burgers, chicken, breakfast, lunch, it did not matter.  Then the messed up digestion kicked in, then (I’m not kidding) organs like spleen and kidneys started hurting.  I like a small amount of salt on food that needs it but I was not ready for the food shaped salt I got from the fast food places!

I realize I am in the middle of an emergency situation with my apartment and at some point things will return to normal, but I have decided that this crap food experiment is over.  I do not know how or if it is even possible, but somehow I am going to get back on a proper eating program.  At the least a diet that is not going to kill me!

Sorry for not being positive, but as for next week, I do not have a plan or the slightest idea how it is going to work out.  All I can say is, most likely I will be doing a update.

Sunday update for 1-19 2014

Weigh in, 148.8 for a weight gain of 0.6 Lbs.

This is the first official weigh in I have been able to do in two weeks and I am surprised at how little weight I gained.  Doing the mirror check I was certain I had gained three or four pounds. That just goes to show sometimes what you weigh might be different than what you think you weigh, and why it is good to use both the scales and the mirror.

My short experiment with eating average food, besides being salty and tasteless, showed me that being on a high carbohydrate diet makes you puff up.  Literally you (at least me personally) started looking like the Pillsbury Doughboy.

The diet this week has been on and off.  I was not able to return to my apartment until Wednesday, at which time I immediately went back to eating right.  I think that did a lot to keep me from gaining too much weight, or at least started me back on weight loss.  However on Saturday my place got flooded AGAIN, resulting in me being back in a hotel eating bad food for who knows how many more days.  But this time I have a room with a refrigerator so I should be able to keep some semblance of a decent diet going.

I have some pretty hard goals set for myself this week.  I am going to get back to running my business.  Having no money has definite vacuum properties!  I am going to try to keep eating properly. I am going to try to work out at least three times this week.  I am not expecting any amazing results from any of these goals, but if I can just function through them I will consider it a success.

Looking back one thing I am really happy about is the fact I decided I was healed and quit taking the cholesterol medication.  With all the things I have had to do/endure the last two weeks, if I had still been on the meds (which totally drained me of any energy), I would have been in real trouble.

Update for 1-25-2014

Weigh in was 148 Lbs. for a weight loss of 0.8 Lbs.

Given the circumstances of the last week I am very happy that I was able to lose weight.  After all the flooding, hotels, and bad food I finally got back to my apartment last Monday.  I immediately went back to eating a clean diet and was able to make it to the gym twice.  Thinking about my goals from last week I feel that I did accomplish them.  Not as thoroughly as I had hoped but I got back into the grove of things and I am moving forward.

I will take time this weekend to reevaluate the time frame of my weight loss goals since I essentially lost the month of Jan.  Next week I plan on experimenting with intermediate fasting and I will let you know how that goes.

Update for 2-1-2014

Weigh in was 150.6 lbs. for a weight gain of 2.6 lbs.

The big change for this week was, for the first time since the end of September, I completed a solid week of working out.  I know from personal experience that your body reverses muscle loss quickly so most of the weight change was caused by my body getting the muscles back used to working out.

I do have to say that with a week’s worth of working out after a four month break, every single part of my body hurts.  It’s a good hurt but still it hurts and I am sore as can be.  Next week things should be a lot easier.

However my diet was not that good this week and I did cheat a couple times.  Using the mirror check I think I added a very small amount of body fat but a lot more muscle.  Now that all the disasters of January are behind me I have decided to re-re-start the Paleo challenge. 

The goal I am setting for myself is to get my total body weight down to 140 lbs on or before March 31. I am going to a very simple Paleo diet and stick to foods that I know are safe.  Basically since February and March are cold and dark, I am going stay in and work on myself.

Update for 2-8-2014

Weigh in 149.4 Lbs, for a weight loss of 1.2 Lbs.

I am a little disappointed because I was expecting a little more weight loss but as long as the scales are going down who really cares!  Actually, since I re-re-started the Paleo diet last Sunday my body really did not start losing weight till about Wednesday.  Also I did not work out last week because I was not feeling well. 

Next week I will keep on the diet and try to make it to the gym.

Saturday update 2-15-2014

Weigh in at 147.4 Lbs, for a weight loss of 2 Lbs.

Wow, I am impressed!!  I did not think I was going to lose that much weight, but as usual, if the scales are going down I will take what I can get.  Although I think some of the weight loss was from muscle atrophy.

This week was a little bit different because of the weather.  I was snowed in from Wednesday morning till Friday afternoon, so I did not get to the gym.  BUT it is really easy to stick to your diet when the only food available to you is what is in your fridge.  Lucky for me I was well stocked on only Paleo food.  Being Saturday and I can leave my house I might have a small steak for dinner tonight.

The plan for next week is to (weather permitting) do a standard five days of working out and still stay on the diet.  Thursday there is a planned dinner with friends so I will have a cheat day next week.

Till next week’s update…

My thoughts on this update from weeks 14 through 20:

The main thing anyone should take from this post is PERSEVERANCE!  Look at all the hurdles and roadblocks our patient had to overcome.  He had to leave his residence TWICE because of pipes bursting.  The last thing on his mind is sticking to a lifestyle of eating clean when dealing with that stress.  He was not able to get in a consistent workout routine with all the turmoil going on.  But one thing that stayed consistent is he did not deviate from his eating lifestyle too much.  In fact, when he did eat that processed garbage his stomach did not approve.  Sometimes it is good to eat like you used to, because you will realize how awful you feel, and it will only reiterate the fact that eating clean makes you feel and look better.

Our patient started at 161 pounds and was not losing any weight prior to starting our RejuvenateYou Metabolic Enhancer Drops and following my "Approved Foods List".  Now he weighs 147.4 pounds and he wants to get down to 140 pounds.  That was probably unthinkable 20 weeks ago, but he has retrained his brain!  He has done a great job and slow and steady wins the race!

If you need help losing weight and need a different approach and want results call our office in Bradenton (941) 448-1199 or Tampa (813) 832-1199.  You can also reach us via email at info@rejuvenate-you.org or on our website at www.rejuvenate-you.org

Weight Loss with RejuvenateYou Metabolic Enhancer, Week 8 through Week 13

This is an update on the progress of a patient of ours who has started taking our RejuvenateYou Metabolic Enhancer along with changing his diet.  Our patient is a 44 year old male who works out regularly (about 4-5 times a week), but has he has seen his weight slowly creep up.  He was weighing right at 161 pounds and his clothes were fitting too tight, along with the fact he never gets a good night sleep.  I suggested to our patient that he take our RejuvenateYou Metabolic Enhancer Drops along with modifying his diet to follow our "Approved Foods" list and a Paleo Diet.  This is his progress report from weeks eight through thirteen:

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Update for 11-23-2013

Weigh in 150.4 for a loss of 0.2 Lbs.

This week I am just happy to see the scales go down. However I am starting to suspect my scales are not accurate.

From Friday through last Sunday I was dealing again with the blood pressure medications over medicating me.  Monday I halved the prescription again.  So that is moving in the right direction.  I started at 20 Mg, then went to 10Mg, and now am at 5Mg.  Next stop is 0 for the BP meds.  I know my doctor will not be happy about that.

This last week I did not pay much attention to the diet.  I ate properly but did not really think about the diet or losing weight.  Because of being wiped out on blood pressure meds over the weekend I really never had the energy to go work out, and even after I got the meds straightened out I still did not have any energy until Wednesday.

The reason I am starting to suspect my scales are no longer giving me accurate readings is because of the mirror check and my pants.  The mirror check showed I lost weight around my upper abdomen, as there was more ribs and muscle definition showing.  My pants felt looser and I did finally get to the last hole on my belt.  The scales were cheap so maybe its time to get a new one.

With Thanksgiving next week my goal is to simply maintain my body weight.  So next Saturday we will all find out how well I did.

Update for 12-7-2013

This week’s weigh in 151.2 Lbs. for a weight gain of 0.8 Lbs.

That’s fine because the week before last was Thanksgiving and I was not going to deny myself all the good food that only gets made at that time of year.  Also, I had company for the first part of this last week so I was not really paying too much attention to my diet. 

I just remind myself that losing weight and getting into shape is not a sprint it is a marathon. Sometimes your body has a mind of its own and you will have weeks where it does not lose weight or may even gain weight.  Just keep consistent with the diet and correct your errors when you find them.  You will lose the weight but sometimes it will take longer than you would like.

The experiment for next week is to be very consistent with the diet and hopefully get back to a full week of working out.

Update for 12-14-2013

This week’s weigh in, 151.2, giving a zero weight change for the week.

The diet was not great this week.  The holidays are always a very challenging time for one to lose weight so, since I at least did not add any weight, I will accept the results as being “ok” and I will concentrate on eating better and getting more exercise next week.

I was able to work out some but several work related projects prevented me from having a full week of working out.  Hopefully next week will be back to normal hours and I will be able to get back to a normal week of working out.

Update for 12-21-2013

This week’s weigh in was 150.4 for a weight loss of 0.8 Lbs.

I bought new and hopefully more accurate scales this week so there might be small difference between last week’s weight in and this weeks.  Also, with it being the holidays my diet was not that great.  But doing the mirror check I have lost some weight so if I only officially lost 0.8 Lbs I am happy. This does puts me back at my lowest weight since I have been on this diet.

Since next week is a holiday I do not know how well the diet will work out.  I will have to play it by ear. As things change I will most likely make a mid week update.

Update for 12-28-2013

This week’s weigh in is 149.4 Lbs for a weight loss of 1 pound.

Because of all the problems I have had with medications, experimenting with potatoes and all the good foods at Thanksgiving, I decided last Monday to start the "30 Day Paleo Challenge" all over again, as well as no longer taking some of the medications I was prescribed.  So diet wise, for the next month I am going to keep it very basic and just eat foods that I know are allowed on the diet, and staying away from beer.  Well maybe one or two on New Years ;-).

I have been pretty good with the diet this last week which even surprises me since it was a disrupted week, what with Christmas and my birthday.  I’m happy that I have finally started losing weight again as well as finally breaking the 150 barrier that I have been stuck at.  I took the week off from working out because it’s just too difficult with the gym being closed and having short hours.  Besides it was Christmas and my birthday so I did not feel like it. Haha!

Next week will be just as much messed up because of New Years so I will concentrate on eating right, and if I get the chance do some cardio at the gym or find a nice hiking trail. Overall I am going to take next week one day at a time.

Have a happy and safe New Years!

Till next week’s update…

My thoughts on this update from weeks eight through thirteen:

1. I like seeing our patients struggles and success in one post.  This gives you a good picture that losing weight is a process.  You have to be dedicated, and you have to focus on eating properly.  It goes back to my post about "How to Lose Weight and Keep it Off".   Don't worry about looking at the scale everyday to see if you went up or down....just eat clean and let your pants and the mirror be the judge!

2.  Our patient has busted through the 140 handle!  This was the same guy who was at 161 pounds (for over six months) and could not get rid of any weight.  After thirteen weeks on the RejuvenateYou Metabolic Enhancer drops and following our "Approved Foods" list he has lost over 12 pounds.  His new goal is 142 pounds and I look forward to helping him get there.

3.  This patient is completely off the blood pressure medication.  Very impressive that he has the resolve and dedication to stay the course.  His hard work is paying off, kudos to him.

4.  One thing I find impressive is the fact this particular patient was not able to consistently incorporate fitness, yet he was able to lose weight.  If anything it points out how important eating clean is in order to lose weight.  Our Metabolic Enhancer drops work extremely well, but the one caveat I would tell anyone is they MUST eat properly.  Otherwise they are wasting their money on buying the Metabolic Enhancer drops or any product for that matter.

Overall I am very happy to see this patient continue to lose weight and now have a "140" handle, as that sounds much better than a "160" handle!  Great job and I look forward to seeing how low we can go!

The RejuvenateYou Metabolic Enhancer Drops are great for people who want to lose weight. BUT, anyone wanting to lose weight must change how they eat in order to have long-term success.  When a person combines fitness as part of their daily life, it is the perfect storm of losing weight and keeping it off.

If you have any questions about losing weight feel free to leave a comment at this blog.  You can also reach us via email at info@rejuvenate-you.org or call us at the office in Bradenton (941) 448-1199 or Tampa (813) 832-1199.

Weight Loss with RejuvnateYou Metabolic Enhancer, 7 Week Update

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This is an update on the progress of a patient of ours who has started taking our RejuvenateYou Metabolic Enhancer along with changing his diet.  Our patient is a 44 year old male who works out regularly (about 4-5 times a week), but has he has seen his weight slowly creep up.  He was weighing right at 161 pounds and his clothes were fitting too tight, along with the fact he never gets a good night sleep.  I suggested to our patient that he take our RejuvenateYou Metabolic Enhancer Drops along with modifying his diet to follow our "Approved Foods" list and a Paleo Diet.  This is his progress report through seven weeks:

Update 11-16-13

Weight in 150.6, for a loss of 0.

I don’t know what to say my diet was the same as last week and I exercised 4 out of 5 days last week.  The only possibility I can think of is the old gym saying.  Some weeks you add muscle at the same rate or faster than you lose fat, so weeks with no weight loss or even weight gain are possible while you are working to get into shape.  However for me this week the mirror check didn’t really show any change.  Yes I am very disappointed but I am not discouraged.  I am going to continue with the diet and exercise and just see what the results are next week.

My Thoughts for this week:

1. We are getting to the point that the weight is getting harder to come off.  This is where you have to continue to focus on the “Fundamentals” and remember what got you here.  The last thing you do is give up.  If anything you become more determined and continue on the path that has worked.  Even though he did not lose any weight this week, he has STILL lost 11 pounds over seven weeks which was better than he had done the prior six months.  Some perspective always helps.

2. I also told this particular weight loss patient that we are probably getting to the point that the scale becomes useless.  Lean muscle is denser, thus it’s possible you can work out, and your weight stays the same or actually goes up.  This is where the mirror test means more than the scale.  But for our purposes of documentation this weight loss patient is weight every week.

RejuvenateYou B Vitamin Complex

3. This weight loss patient will be doing his labs and bloodwork and he will be able to compare his numbers to three months earlier, which I can not imagine anyway how his numbers will not be substantially better.  One thing he mentioned is that the medication he is on might have to be lowered again because of the weight loss.

4. This patient is now taking the RejuvenateYou Metabolic Enhancer Drops and RejuvenateYou B Vitamin Complex.  The good news is there is nothing wrong with his energy levels now (at least there was no mention of it).  We will see what next week brings him.

The RejuvenateYou Metabolic Enhancer Drops are great for people who want to lose weight. BUT, anyone wanting to lose weight must change how they eat in order to have long-term success.  When a person combines fitness as part of their daily life, it is the perfect storm of losing weight and keeping it off.

If you have any questions about losing weight feel free to leave a comment at this blog.  You can also reach us via email at info@rejuvenate-you.org or call us at the office in Bradenton (941) 448-1199 or Tampa (813) 832-1199.

How to Lose Weight and Keep it Off

We have helped countless patients with our weight loss program who have wanted to lose weight.  For a myriad of reasons people gain excess weight which they think will be gone after next month.  Fast forward 10 years later and the extra weight is still there along with it's pals....more weight!  So the common question is always, "How do I get rid of the extra weight?"  Anyone's answer to this question will give you a glimpse about that person's thinking.  Unfortunately there is no quick fix solution.  It takes hard work, dedication, and commitment to get positive results.  Here are some practical tips for someone to lose weight and keep it off.

Focus on the fundamentals....Food, Food, Food!

1. Food, Food, Food! - I was inspired to use this quote from one of my favorite movies and one of my favorite actors.  In the movie "Hoosiers", Gene Hackman plays the head basketball coach in a small basketball crazed town in Hickory, Indiana.  Hackman is always driving home the point about "focusing on the fundamentals".  Focusing on the fundamentals got them to have a successful season and win the championship.  For anyone to lose weight the "fundamentals" of their weight loss program has got to be built around eating properly.  That means cutting out the complex carbohydrates, processed foods, and sugars from their diets.  Replace these foods with more protein (i.e. meat, vegetables, and limited fruit) and the weight will come come off.  Protein is easier to digest and burn in your body, ultimately leaving you with lean muscle.
2. Losing Weight is not a Sprint, it's a Marathon - This is directed at anyone that thinks taking a pill or losing weight rapidly, while maintaining the same poor eating habits, will solve your weight loss issue.  Unfortunately it won't and the weight will find its way back.  You have to approach weight loss with a long term mindset and tell yourself it's a Marathon, not a Sprint.  Using myself as an example two years ago I was taking 20 units of insulin, working out, and weighed 178 pounds.  Now I am off the insulin (taking no medication), working out, and weigh 146 pounds.  I don't tell anyone I'm on a diet, I tell them I changed my eating habits and this is a "new way of life" for me, not a quick fix solution.
3. Do not look at the Scale - This is a point I bring up with our weight loss patients when they start one of our Weight Loss Programs at RejuvenateYou.  The last thing I want them doing is worrying about the number that the scale says.  People put more emphasis on the scale and lose their focus.  The focus should be on the "fundamentals" of eating properly and incorporating fitness into their life.  We had a patient recently who came in weighing 173 pounds, and when she followed-up in two weeks she dropped 10 pounds and was elated.  She then stayed on the diet and followed-up in two weeks, and she dropped an additional 7 pounds.  She was happy and slightly dismayed.  I asked her what was wrong and, and she was she was hoping she lost an additional 10 more pounds again.  I told her losing 17 pounds in a one month period was fantastic, and she only needed to lose around 17 to 20 pounds total.  Don't focus on the scale when you are trying to lose weight.  Instead focus on eating properly and you will get confirmation from your clothes feeling looser and people will notice that you look "different".  Moreover, eventually when you incorporate fitness into your "fundamentals" you will see that muscle is denser.  So if I gain 5 pounds of muscle but my waist size stays the same, I have no problem with the added weight.
4. Get rid of Bad Habits - When you are changing your lifestyle that means you have to rid yourself of habits that aren't in sync with your new way of life.  For myself that meant giving up alcohol.  For someone dealing with diabetes drinking alcohol just becomes sugar in my body, which means I have to take insulin.  If drinking alcohol is such a mainstay in my life, it would mean I have to take insulin for the rest of my life and deal with health complications down the road.  Instead I made a choice to cut out alcohol from my life along with following a Paleo Diet.  Two years later I am off insulin and taking no medication, my blood sugar levels have normalized, and I feel much better health wise overall.  I used to enjoy going to the bar and relaxing with my friends over drinks on a nice day, then regretting it the next morning and asking myself why did I do that.  Now I choose to go to the gym or gravitate to individuals who prefer to eat healthy or do things involving physical exercise.  It's just a matter of forming good habits and not regressing towards the bad habits.
5. Incorporate Fitness into your Life - The benefits of strength training are vast such as protecting bone structure, builds muscle, makes you tone, burns more calories, plays a role in disease prevention, and improves your mood.  Being physically fit and active is much better than being sedentary on the couch, which leads to watching TV and snacking on junk food.  How long does a person need to train?  The answer depends on each individual person.  A good rule of thumb is to workout until you are pretty beat up, but not thoroughly exhausted.  Muscle & Fitness has an article titled "12 Laws of Fat Burning" which states, "Serious fat loss requires you to retain muscle mass, the body's primary metabolic driver. If you go overboard in the gym, testosterone and growth hormone go into free fall, and your metabolism follows suit".  Limited for time?  You can always do interval training if you need a quick effective workout.   This is all about forming better habits and focusing on the "fundamentals", fitness and exercise work perfectly when you want to live a healthier life.

If you were to ask me which is the most important, I would say eating properly is fundamental.  As my friend Tony DiLiegro at Crossfit Strength used to say, "Abs are made in the kitchen".  So if people want to lose weight, it begins with what they are eating.  Utilizing all of these points mentioned in this blog will lead you  to your ultimate goal of losing weight and keeping the weight off your body.

I welcome any comments or tips from individuals who have dealt with weight loss and have kept the weight off your body, or anyone who has tried to lose weight in the past and hasn't had the success they have wanted.  Would love to hear your comments and share them with our readers.

Rucker Integrative Medicine helps get out patients healthy and transform their lives.  For more information about our All-Natural Weight Loss Program or any of our alternative medical services feel free to call our Bradenton Office (941) 448-1199.  You can also reach us on our website at www.ruckerintegrative.com or email info@ruckerozonedoc.com

Berry Beta Coconut Smoothie

Been a busy week at RejuvenateYou and I haven't had a chance to post any updates, so I will be catching up next week.  I created this smoothie after having success with my Spinach Smoothie Delight.  I wanted to incorporate strawberries and carrots into something.  I figured if you aren't sure just throw it in a blender and see what happens.  So....voila!

Ingredients:
1 Carrot (peeled and chopped)
1 Banana
1/4 cup Strawberries
1/2 cup Coconut Milk
1 scoop Jay Robb Vanilla Protein Powder 
1/4 cup Water
7-8 Ice Cubes
1 tbsp Chia Seed

Put all the ingredients in together and blend it on high until it's smooth.

One thing you noticed is the rich color because of the combination of strawberries and carrots.  Strawberries have wonderful health properties (antioxidants, anti-inflammatory, and heavy dose of vitamin c) as do carrots (improved vision, cancer prevention, anti-aging).

Drink this smoothie up and enjoy as it tastes good and it will make you look good!

Eat Healthy and Be Well!

RejuvenateYou is an Alternative Healthcare Practice, and we are experts in the field of getting our patients healthy and transforming their lives.  RejuvenateYou Anti-Aging and Weight Loss Center has offices in Sarasota, Bradenton, and the Tampa area.  For more information about any of our alternative health services feel free to call our Bradenton Office (941) 448-1199 or Tampa Office (813) 832-1199.  You can also reach us on our website at www.rejuvenate-you.org

Gina Parrish Weight Loss Story

Meet Gina Parrish.  She is a lovely 45 year old woman who has been married to her husband Reverend Jerry Parrish (and he's not so bad either) for 26 years.  After having kids over the years it became harder for her to lose the excess weight, which eventually affected her state of mind and well being.  Gina decided to tackle weight loss and fitness head on and she has become an inspiration to her family, friends, and colleagues.  I wanted to sit down with Gina and hear her story in more detail so she can inspire others.

Q: How long had you been struggling with weight?

Gina: I had my last child when I was 19 years old.  I had lost weight with ease with my previous pregnancy, but after my youngest was born the weight just slowly started increasing.  I am now 45 years old (too long.)

Q: What diets or fitness routines had you tried before?

Gina:  I think all of them including the Fen-Phen diet. I was really scared after that diet due to the heart palpitations and just UNHEALTHY feeling.

Q: Prior to working with Dr. Rucker what other option(s) were you considering?

Gina: I was actually signed up for the Lap Band Surgery and going through the steps for my insurance.

Q: What made you reach out to Dr. Rucker to try the HCG Diet?

Gina: I had seen Dr. Oz cover it on his show and was impressed by the results.  I thought it was probably too good to be true:)  I saw a friend of mine on Facebook who had put on a lot of weight.  I watched his progress secretly to see if it would work.  I was AMAZED at his weight-loss and how healthy he looked and felt doing it.  Most of the people I had seen doing the Lap Band Surgery just looked like they were sick all the time.  I noticed HAIR-LOSS as well, and for a female that is a hard look to pull off.


Q: When did you or your friends/colleagues/family start to notice a difference?

Gina: After the first month:)  I lost about 30 pounds the first month.

Q: Have you noticed a difference with any aches and pains or sleeping patterns as you have lost the weight? 

Gina: Oh My Gosh!!!  That was really as significant as the weight loss.  I had never slept through the night and the first week on HCG I slept like a baby.  I also noticed a difference in my skin (not to sound vain) but my skin looks younger and smoother.  I was afraid of the skin factor with the rapid weight-loss, but the HCG has actually helped my skin.  I was also having HORRIBLE aches and pains prior to HCG.  I would have to sit on the side of my bed in the morning before I could put any weight on my feet, because they felt like fire.  I bounce out of bed now:)



Q: What was your weight when you started and what is your current weight now? 

Gina: I weighed 333 pounds prior to starting HCG, and now I weigh 247 pounds.  I still have a lot to go, but I am on my way DOWN!!!  BTW I walk in the evenings with guys in shape  (my hubby and his friend).  I giggle the whole time, because I am in front (out walking them) and I can hear them panting like they are gonna die:)  It feels pretty great!!

Q: What is your goal now that you have lost all this weight? 

Gina: I want to continue to lose ALL my excess weight.  My main goal is to do all the things that I could never do!!!  I just went to Disney World with my two grown daughters and their families .... no one had to wait for POOR MOM :0)  I didn't tell anyone, but I was full of so much joy.  At one point, and of course Cinderella's castle was right in front of me, I cried a little bit.  I wasn't a burden to my family!!  They never have made me feel that way, but I did feel that way.  I also want to do a Disney 1/2 marathon in the near future:)  FISHING is my first LOVE and now I can fit behind the steering wheel of the boat to drive again!!!  YAY!!

Q: What would be your advice to anyone who struggles with their weight and wants to find a way to overcome their hurdles? 

Gina: Don't let fear or money stop you from being free from the fat suit (I always looked for zippers).  I would plead with you to invest in yourself.  You are worth it and you CAN DO IT!!  Dr. Rucker and his team are the most compassionate, helpful, encouraging, and informed when it comes to teaming up with you on your journey.  I have heard people say "I can't do 500 calories a day" and I just say to them " You can with HCG."  When you start seeing the pounds MELT away ..... well how EXCITING IS THAT!!!  You will have some plateaus.  I am having one now ....but that's when Dr. Rucker and his team will teach you some little tricks..... like STEAK DAY/APPLE DAY....... Really the food you eat on this is what the body wants and needs anyway (not the other junk).   With all the fat our bodies have stored you're getting more than 500 calories a day ..... 500 by mouth ..... then your body will take what it needs from its "Fat Stores".  VIOLA!!!  Start today ....NOT TOMORROW... we know it never comes ...Happy 2013 and make it a HEALTHY NEW YOU YEAR!!!!!!  I just cant type enough about the wonderful HCG!!!  Thank You Dr. Rucker and Team!!!  You are the BEST!!!<3

Thank You Gina for being so candid and allowing us to join you on this ride.  You are a true inspiration to many people and your journey is just getting started!  Much continued success.

RejuvenateYou is an Alternative Healthcare Practice, and we are experts in the field of getting our patients healthy and transforming their lives.  RejuvenateYou Anti-Aging and Weight Loss Center has offices in Sarasota, Bradenton, and the Tampa area.  For more information about any of our weight loss services or alternative health services feel free to call our Bradenton Office (941) 448-1199 or Tampa Office (813) 832-1199.  You can also reach us on our website at www.rejuvenate-you.org