Medi-Cal

22/08/2017

How quickly can Type 2 Diabetes be reversed?
Well this is one story I can't wait to share!
Chris' last HbA1c (blood sugar) reading was 11. Given that he was on what many GPs would consider 'the final combination of oral medications', if things didn't change the next step was insulin. To make matters worse he has a strong family history if diabetes so he knew full well what was laying ahead.
He contacted me 8 weeks ago and asked for help. In those 7 weeks before his next blood test he followed the plan, dropping from 94kg down to 86kg.
But how was the HbA1c? Did he go onto insulin?
Well, not only did he drop his HbA1c to 6.6 (yes, from 11 down to a healthy 6.6!!!!), but they also REMOVED one of his medications!

Now I can't promote these results as Facebook deems them unrealistic, so if you know anyone that has Type 2 Diabetes share this post now. In just 7 weeks they may have reversed their diabetes just like Chris!

19/07/2017

Testimonial:
Ten years of exhausting all medical options to successfully treat breast cancer had left me with mixed emotions. I needed to feel I was still able to do something to reduce recurrence everyday for the rest of my life. I needed to reduce weight which has statistical evidence as a risk factor for recurrence.
My goals were three fold. Firstly to reduce the weight quickly. I wanted the risk factor gone and gone quickly now that medical options had come to an end. I wanted a sense of control over my health which is an important part of surviving cancer for me.
Secondly I wanted to engage in a program that made me accountable in the short term while I was losing weight but also provided skills for lifetime maintenance of my goal weight in the long term.
Finally I was looking for a strong evidence base for success in whichever program I chose.
Ray Kelly's program ticked all of these boxes for me and the success I experienced has been wonderful. I lost 21% body weight (17.2kg) over the course of 2 x 10 week programs and I am now learning how to keep control over that loss. The proof in that is yet to be seen but I am hopeful that I can continue to draw on lessons learned during the program to achieve this.
I loved the daily contacts via text while on the program and even after the program finished. It's a great strategy to keep the program goals of weight loss as a priority at the start of each day.
Combining diet and exercise changes, I have gained strength, comfort in movement and sense of control around sustaining good health. My experience and success to achieve my goal weight has left me recommending the Transform program to family and friends without hesitation.
Good health cannot be underestimated and Ray and Kent's passion for good health for their clients is genuine and warm. I would encourage anyone looking for achieving better health through weight loss to consider this program. - Louise

12/07/2017

Another great success story for Week:
Female, 59yrs
Was on 4 injections per day plus oral medications, and HbA1c was still over 7.
In 6 weeks she lost 11.1kg (13% body weight), and reduced her injections from:
Lantus: 65 units to 12 units
Novorapid, b/fast: 14 units to 10 units
Novorapid, lunch: 16 units to 2 units
Novorapid, dinner: 14 units to 2 units

Her fasting blood sugars also sit under 5!

Lifestyle change is still extremely effective in ALL !

12/07/2017

https://www.endocrine.org/news-room/current-press-releases/intensive-medical-treatment-can-reverse-type-2-diabetes

10/05/2017

As part of our 10 week MediCal program, you will gain access to the new meal plan I have designed for those on a budget.
My new 'Cheap Eats' meal plan consists of fresh foods and will cost you just $47 per week at the checkout. That's 35 snacks and meals across 7 days at an average cost of just over $6.70 per day! I bet you're spending much more than that right now!
Included in the plan is: Steak, Chicken, Fish, Soup, Hotpot, Stir Fry, Omelettes, Bananas, Apples, Oranges, Pears and more!
The best thing is you will reach goal whilst learning the skills to keep it off along the way with our 10 week email education course and daily video motivational SMS'!

17/04/2017

This is exactly what we've been doing for years, and with sensational results. Initially patients were warned off it because other health professionals deemed it unsafe but you can't beat the results!
Now, they are all catching up! 😀

http://www.ajmc.com/contributor/sarah-hallberg-do-ms/2017/04/type-2-diabetes-changing-the-paradigm-from-management-to-reversal

Results from the first 70 days of the Virta Clinic trial suggest the historic dietary approach to management of type 2 diabetes has been all wrong.

06/04/2017

The results today from one of our diabetic patients. They started the program
12 months ago, lost a quick 22kg and have kept it off. The figures tell the story!
March 2015: 6.6
March 2016: 7.4
March 2017: 4.7

23/03/2017

Testimonial - 56yrs, Type 2 Diabetes, High Blood Pressure

I am 56 years old and I have had Type 2 Diabetes for about 12 years. This was a real concern for myself and my family as wasn’t sure I could keep my HR driving licence due to restrictions on diabetes and driving. I weighed in at 126kgs the first time I saw the diabetes specialist.

I had a brother who was a “big fella” and he sadly died suddenly in 2000 at age 48. This loss was devastating. My other brother is injecting insulin daily and is having trouble with his eyes.
I had tried a few times to lose weight by diet and exercise but it seemed way too hard and I gave up after very little success on the scales.

I learned of Ray Kelly and his program through a good friend of mine who I had discussed my health concerns and future with and he told me how passionate Ray was about helping people and how successful and qualified he was.

When I first went to a consultation with Ray I was about 120kg. The small weight drop was due to new medication. Ray spoke to me about my concerns and I started his program and to my delight I lost about 6kg in the first week! This was a great motivator as I always had trouble walking too far due to a severe lower leg injury I suffered at age 19 so I had not walked much at all in that early stage.

As the weeks flew by and my weight melted away at round 2kg a week the benefits of following Rays healthy eating plan really kicked in. I was feeling great and as I was actually losing weight and lots of it I was able to walk much more easily than before. The persistent painful problems I always had before have decreased dramatically. I now walk 45 minutes at least daily with no problems and look forward to it.

I had struggled with portion sizes and diets I had tried previously but with Rays plan I could not go wrong as it is so straight forward and easy. I was really surprised by the fact that I was not hungry at any stage during my journey. This was a huge factor as I trained myself to be pretty good on the tooth over the years. The general feeling of well-being that I achieved in a really short time was and still is nothing short of amazing!

When I first went to Ray Kelly I was on 10mg blood pressure tablets, 2 Diabex tablets for diabetes, 1 Asprin tablet daily plus I had sleep apnoea and needed a machine to breathe when I slept at night!

Well I am very happy to say that I no longer require the sleep ap machine, asprin gone, diabex has been reduced and quite possibly gone after next doctor appointment.
Normal sugar levels! My doctor says I have NO MORE DIABETES!
The blood pressure tablets have been reduced to 2.5! that’s ¼ of my usual script and my doctor is looking at removing them in my next visit.

My doctor is stoked with my transformation and he tells me I am much healthier and have definitely added years to my life and reduced the risk of heart attack and stroke and other severe health problems dramatically! He has suggested Ray’s program to other patients.

I lost about 25kg from the start of April 2016 to about July 2016 and have stayed at around 95kg since then. It is almost 12 months since I started the program and I am feeling great. I have had some really pleasant surprises like dropping 4 jeans sizes! And from a 3xl shirt to an xl. My energy levels have improved out of sight and I am quite active these days. It was a huge change to my life when I could all of a sudden touch my toes and sit in positions I haven’t for decades. I am far more mobile in every way and I can move around unrestricted and this freedom means everything when you have been on the other side of it!
When the weather was hot I used to be stuck inside or somewhere air conditioned I am very happy to say I have just spent my first Summer in years out and about swimming ,socialising,fishing and generally not being restricted by being overweight.

I would and do strongly recommend Ray Kelly's program to anybody who is struggling with weight or health problems. A very big THANKYOU to Ray for giving me and my family back so much !
Ian Outram.

22/03/2017

Testimonial: 61yo, Diabetic for 20 years, High Blood Pressure, Starting weight 150kg

My name is Jenny. I am 61 years old and I was diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes approx. 20 years ago. At the time of the diagnosis I maintained a health weight for several years, however over the last 10 years my weight increased to approx. 150 kg and my blood sugar levels increased to the point where my doctor told me that I would be looking at having to use Insulin if I did not do something to stabilise my blood sugar levels. That was a wake up call I needed.

My Diabetic Educator introduced me to the Medi-Cal program with Kent, and my journey to healthy eating began in 2015. I dropped weight rapidly on the eating plan, but as well as losing the weight to reduce my blood sugar levels I regained my life.

Initially I couldn’t walk to the corner of our road without my hips and knees aching. I am now able to exercise, walking daily with my husband and 2 Labradors, go to the beach, do Reformer Pilates, aqua aerobics, my joints don’t hurt and I can put on my shoes and socks with ease! The simple things people take for granted. Apart from that my doctor is pleased with my progress, I have reduced my medication for both the diabetes as well as blood pressure medication.

I very quickly dropped 50 kilos in weight, and over the last year I have maintained that weight and sit at approx. 96 kilos. I still hope to lose more weight. Many thanks to Kent and Medi-Cal, your encouragement and optimism for my success have helped me every step of the way!

21/03/2017

Testimonial: Insulin Resistance
In late 2015 I was diagnosis with Insulin Resistance (pre diabetic), I weighed 92kg and miserable, my doctor advised me to visit Ray to help me lose weight and lower my blood sugars.
From the first time I saw Ray he gave me the confidence and self-belief that I could achieve a healthy weight and fitness.
In the 12 months with Ray I have lost 20kg (how good is that!) and now I go to a Personal Trainer twice a week and walk every day. I now have more energy to play with my kids and normal day to day things without being exhausted.
From Day 1, Ray’s encouragement and support gave me the confidence and self-belief that I can achieve my goals for a healthy weight and fitness. My goal is to lose 30kg, I am now 2/3 of the way to my goal weight.
Ray, words can’t express my appreciation for what you have done for me. Your kindness and confidence building is unsurpassed and I know that with your continued help I will achieve and maintain my goals.
A huge thanks to Ray and his team for helping me achieve my goal and become a much healthier person and my glucose levels are now normal."
Amanda

18/03/2017

Testimonial: 76yo, High Blood Pressure, Medications removed in 2 weeks

"I am a 76 year old retiree who was sitting watching TV getting fatter and fatter, wasting my life.
A dear friend of mine was on Ray's program for 10 weeks. She was almost 70 years old and to see the change in her was amazing. She is the example that encouraged me to join Ray Kelly's program.

I am so happy I did join. I have only been on it for 4 weeks and I am already off all my blood pressure and heart tablets, that I had been on for over 15 years.
My blood pressure is now normal and being monitored by my doctor, who is over the moon with excitement and very pleased with the results I am achieving.
I enjoy the daily encouragement video we receive every morning. Ray is dedicated to helping people to a new healthy life. It can be heard in his voice and shows in his face , how he believes in his work. Ray is very passionate in what he believes. Having the knowledge to help others become healthy and regain their life must be very rewarding.

If you would like to live a healthy, long life looking and feeling great then I suggest you join Ray Kelly's program now!" - Barbara

15/03/2017

Testimonial: Pre-Diabetic and Fertility Issues
My GP referred me to Ray Kelly's program to help me to lose weight and help with my fertility issues. I was Pre-diabetic, struggling with confidence and felt horrible about myself.
I've struggled with my weight for a very long time, and I have tried a lot of different programs to try and lose weight, none of which were successful in the long term.
The first appointment with Kent made me feel good about moving forward, he gave me some great advice and a plan to get started. The first week was hard, I had some unhealthy habits that needed to be broken.
I lost 3kgs in the first week!
Suddenly the hard work didn't seem so hard and it felt like a realistic plan to live by.
Most of my unhealthy habits have been replaced by healthy ones, I have a better understanding about healthy food choices and I've joined the gym and exercise at least 3 times a week, something I would never have had the confidence or energy to do before losing weight.
I've lost nearly 20kgs, I feel better than I have in a long time and I am confident about moving forward to lose more weight and get to my goal of having another baby