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Success Stories
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| I'd been thin my entire life. Then I hit my mid 40s and with menopause came weight gain. I tried to convince myself for over 10 years that it was just the way life was, that I’d been lucky to have been skinny all those years and now I’d have to settle into mid-life and later as a chubby gal. But the weight kept creeping up higher and higher and I didn’t look or feel like myself anymore. All I did was sit around and read or watch TV and eat out of boredom. My husband, who’s a physician, suggested I should come and talk to the people at Valens because his nurse and office manager both had gotten great results on the program.
I was reluctant (give up my 100 calorie Hostess cupcakes and my Smart Ones mac & cheese?) but I had to see what I could do for myself. And I did much more than I’d imagined! Not only have I lost 30 pounds and 5 pant sizes in 17 weeks, but I’ve also found a real passion for exercise which I would have never thought was possible.
I also discovered that it wasn’t about food for me, but about structure. This program gives me that. Plus, the support of the doctors and staff is like having my own cheerleading squad! With my newfound knowledge and lifestyle I know I can keep the weight off. Nutrition and exercise have become major components of my life and I’ve never felt better. Thanks Valens
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"When I started working at Valens last year, I was just looking for a part time job, but what I really got was a life changing experience. After high school I guess you can say I gained the freshman 15…plus an extra 45 pounds! I weighed 135 in high school and by the time I started working at Valens 3 years later, I was shocked to see that I weighed 192 pounds and I am only 5’4! I thought to myself that I needed to get my act together to show a better example plus get healthy again. I did the body comp analysis and found out that my percent body fat was 42.8% and my fat mass was 82 pounds! Basically I was considered obese at 21! So thanks to the doctors and dietitians here I have dropped over 50 pounds and my percent body fat is now 27.6 and fat mass is 39 pounds! I’m in normal range again! And I have kept off the weight for over a year now! And all because of this wonderful program. Now that I work here at Valens full time as a patient services coordinator, my goal is to get any needs of the patients taken care of and also to share my wonderful experience with everyone! "
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"Wow, what happened to you?" I get a lot of that these days. I was especially happy that I got that from my primary care doctor. Throughout my life, I’ve had incidences beyond my control where I just kept on gaining weight. Being young, I know that I had to do something before I reach a point of no return. Since joining Valens, I have lost close to 100 pounds in 6 months. Most importantly I had dropped close to 20% body fat. I wanted my primary care doctor to meet with the physicians at Valens to validate what I already know. My primary care doctor came to the same conclusion that I did, these guys are the real deal and that they are the experts. She was so impressed with the doctors at Valens that she had her husband join the program.
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"Where do I begin? I stumbled upon Valens through a co-worker of mine who told me that she joined a "weight weight loss" program. I was amazed because she was actually very skinny. Of course through out my journey at Valens, I realized the concept of sarcopenic obesity. I have slowly gained weight over the past two years. I initially did not pay much attention to it until I begin to lose tennis matches to people who I would routinely beat. I scheduled a consult and began my path to a better health. Twenty so odd pounds later, I just beat the number one seeded player in my division. The most amazing part of this is that my energy level is through the roof. I am able to spend more time on the courts than when I was lighter. Thank you Valens."
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"Being a new mom and working in the public relations field, it was very hard for me to lose weight after pregnancy. I had business dinners all the time and always found excuses not to exercise because I either did not have time or was too tired from my new baby. A friend of mine told me about Valens because she was writing a story on them. All I can say is amazing. They were very different from the “one-size-fits-all” programs out there. The doctors were very sensitive to my job and the fact that I had to attend business dinners. I was able to go form being obese to normal weight. Most importantly the doctors were able to help me lose weight over the holidays despite all the parties that I had to go to. Miraculously the new mom who was always too tired or busy was able to find time to exercise through the Valens physicians’ assistance. All I want to say is thank you."
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"Simply incredible! I've struggled with weight loss for years, with little success. I was almost at the point of considering surgery. When a friend recommended Valens Medical, I was skeptical - very skeptical. But after learning about Valens' personalized, scientific approach, I decided to give it a try. I'm glad I did! With Valens, I've lost more than 100 lbs in a year, not to mention dropping 8 inches from my waistline. I went from being "morbidly obese" (geez, I hated that term) to normal weight. Best of all, I did it in healthy, physician-monitored program that didn't leave me feeling deprived. I feel great, particularly in terms of my energy level. I've also been receiving lots of compliments from friends and coworkers! People who haven't seen me in a while don’t even recognize me. The most important part for me is that after I reached my goal weight, I stayed with their maintenance program and was able to keep my weight off."
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"Being overweight is a struggle. There's the stigma associated with obesity, and the health risks. More difficult, for me, was seeing how almost every aspect of my life was impacted by obesity: my energy level, my mood, my self-confidence, even my sense of play. After any number of failed diets, I saw an ad from Valens Medical and decided to give it a try." "What I liked about Valens, from day one, is the comprehensiveness of the program. It wasn’t simply about losing weight, but rather about living a healthy lifestyle. Instead of offering one-size-fits-all solutions, Valens does individualized testing to determine each person’s metabolic profile and health status. Following testing, you work directly with an assigned physician and dietician, who consult with you on a weekly basis. The results - flat-out phenomenal! I've lost 57 lbs in exactly 5 months, my energy is great, and I feel like I'm accomplishing more every day. I couldn't be happier with Valens Medical!" |
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"I am really glad I lost about 40 lbs. While that may not see like a lot in 4 month, getting rid of the extra weight has been a lifesaver for me. One thing that people don’t know about diabetes is that most of the diabetes medications cause weight gain and weight gain makes your diabetes worse turning it into a vicious cycle. That was my life story. I had all but given up hope when my doctor told me that if I don’t lose some weight, I will ultimately die from my disease. That’s when I joined Valens. I was very skeptical at first because I had been dealing with a lifetime of “weight disappointments.” I am happy to report that the doctors at Valens really know what they are doing. It’s simply amazing that they can help me lose weight while I am on insulin but they were able to help me change my attitude on life. I am not at where I should be yet and I still struggle everyday with trying to control the hunger that my diabetes medication causes me. However, my insulin dose is down and I can finally see some light at the end of the tunnel. Thank you."
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"Despite being the wife of a personal trainer, I was still having a hard time losing weight. Several of my husband’s clients has had success with Valens and has told my husband great things about them. I decided to give them a try. I really liked the fact that it is truly “medically supervised.” I’ve had girlfriends who went through other “medically supervised” programs and all they saw were nurses. I met with a doctor every week. They were caring and knowledgeable. They stressed the team approach and made me fell like I am a part of this team and that I had control over my own weight. I just want to thank you for all that you have done for me.
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| "I was within the so-called normal weight range when I contacted Valens. The problem was that I had high body fat percentage. I was 'skinny-fat.' At first I thought I was alone in feeling this way about myself, but later I learned that this kind of weight condition is not only common, but unhealthy. So I decided to give Valens a
shot. Their comprehensive, medically-
informed weight management approach
struck me as a cutting-edge, gave me a real comfort level from the start. Also, I found that they have a program specifically designed for people like me, the "Tonal Lean Program," which is what I did. So far, let’s just say I’m thrilled. I lost 10lbs over the course of the program. More importantly, I was able to shed 9% body fat, while gaining muscle mass at the same time. I’m now lean and healthy, and I’ve never felt better in my own skin." |
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"My experience with Valens was phenomenal. I had been trying to lose weight for years, with little success. I had almost resigned myself to living at this weight. However, when I began having to take medications for high blood pressure, I became increasingly concerned about my health…and my weight. After a bit of research, I discovered Valens Medical. At my consultation appointment, the people at Valens were great, really put me at ease. I was especially impressed with their scientifically-informed weight loss approach. Eventually, I entered into their "Fit weight" program, and my Valens doctor and dietitian customized meals that allowed me to enjoy dinner with my family. As I said, the results have been phenomenal. Over a two month period, I lost about 20 lbs, my waist size dropped 6 sizes, and my body fat percentage drop 7%. Best of all, I'm feeling great, I’m more active, and I no longer need medication for blood pressure. I love the fact that instead of gaining weight during the holiday, I actually lost weight!"
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| "I'm thrilled with the progress I've made! In just over four months with Valens, I've lost 38 pounds, and I've reduced my body fat by 11%. Best of all, I was able to this without feeling hungry or being plagued by cravings – the doctors helped me resolve these issues within just the first two weeks! The change in my lifestyle has been remarkable. My weight used to hold me back from the activities I enjoy, being outdoors and so on. Now I'm more active, and I'm having great fun. The education at Valens has been great, and it's wonderful to have the support of some many caring and knowledgeable people." |
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| "Best decision of my life! Over the past few years I had gained over 50 pounds so I decided it was time to lose weight. I began the Valens program 3 months ago and so far I have lost over 70 pounds! The first few weeks on the program were challenging, but some of the ready-made products helped make the program easier and more convenient for me. Not only am I down 8% body fat, I now have my blood pressure under control. Thanks Valens!" |
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| "Five months ago, my doctor was concerned about my weight and how it was affecting my overall health. He told me I needed to lose weight in order to control my cholesterol and blood pressure. I had tried other weight loss programs with no success, but he referred me to Valens Medical which he said I would see guaranteed results if I stuck with the plan. I have been on the program for a few months now and I am already down 62 pounds and lost over 6% body fat! I am also doing personal training outside of the program which I believe is helping me achieve results faster. I'm still losing weight, my cholesterol and blood pressure are both under control now and I couldn't be happier!" |
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"Well, I am over 60 years old and was referred to Valens by my primary care doctor. My metabolism has slowed down quite a bit with age and I wanted to improve my health by lowering my weight and learn how to eat better. So far I have lost a total of 20 lbs even though part of the way through the program I had to have a surgery which put me out for a couple of weeks. The dietitian portion of this program has been extremely helpful! If I am going out to eat, then she explains good food choices to make at the restaurant. If I am cooking a meal for my family, I get healthy recipes ahead of time and learn what I need to cut out or add. Not only for myself, but my husband and family have all benefited from what I have learned. I plan to keep going to reach my goal and lose 15 percent body fat… I am already down 10 percent! My primary care doctor is amazed that I am doing so well!"
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"I just did the Valens 10 week modified program and can't believe my results! I have lost 4 clothing sizes and my cholesterol is under control now without medication! During the program, I never felt hungry because the doctors and dietitians worked with me each week to keep track of my meals and preparation ideas for the following week. I am currently doing the maintenance program now that I have reached my goals, and I feel more energetic than ever!"
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