ShareOne ReviewsDo medical weight loss programs actually work?
40 people answered this on the record, across 25 organisations. weight change was the most commonly volunteered theme, appearing in 16 interviews. more energy through the day was another volunteered theme, appearing in 10 interviews. The timeframe described most often was 2 – 6 months. These were open-ended interviews, so an unmentioned change should not be read as a result that did not happen.
Based on interviews recorded up to 2026-09-15. Updated as new interviews arrive.
Individual results vary. This is one customer's first-hand account of their own experience, recorded on camera and published unedited. It is not medical advice, and nothing here is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Talk to a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about your health.
Changes customers chose to talk about
Based on 40 open-ended customer interviews. These are themes people mentioned without being asked to rate every possible outcome. If someone did not mention a change, that does not mean it did not happen.
| Volunteered theme | Interview mentions |
|---|---|
| Weight change | 16 |
| More energy | 10 |
| Confidence | 8 |
| Better sleep | 7 |
| Mood & stress | 7 |
| Less medication | 7 |
- “After finding the Acupuncture I find I have more energy, my confidence is returned, I meditate every morning, I get 8 hours of sleep every night, I write in my gratitude journal, I have quality sleep, I have quality l…”Denise Rochelle Jerge
- “After finding the Acupuncture I find I have more energy, my confidence is returned, I meditate every morning, I get 8 hours of sleep every night, I write in my gratitude journal, I have quality sleep, I have quality l…”Denise Rochelle Jerge
- “After finding the Acupuncture I find I have more energy, my confidence is returned, I meditate every morning, I get 8 hours of sleep every night, I write in my gratitude journal, I have quality sleep, I have quality l…”Denise Rochelle Jerge
- “After finding the Acupuncture I find I have more energy, my confidence is returned, I meditate every morning, I get 8 hours of sleep every night, I write in my gratitude journal, I have quality sleep, I have quality l…”Denise Rochelle Jerge
How long it took them
- 2 – 6 months · 1
- Over a year · 1
The interviews behind this answer
WatchProfessional Musician and Wife Each Lose 30 Pounds via Ancestral Reset ProgramRichard Washburn achieved significant health results with Empowermentmd.com, where both he and his wife lost approximately 30 pounds each. Through Dr. Robert Floyd’s Ancestral Reset program, they utilized intermittent fasting and educational videos to transit…Richard Washburn · Empowermentmd.com
WatchDenise Achieved Quality Sleep and Weight Loss Through Holistic Acupuncture and CoachingDenise Jerge achieved significant weight loss and improved quality of life at Lee Acupuncture. By combining acupuncture with holistic medical coaching from Dee, she secured eight hours of sleep nightly, increased energy, and learned portion control. Denise hi…Denise Rochelle Jerge · Lee Acupuncture
WatchTransitioned to 50% Online Schedule with Stable Program-Based Income and Scalable ResultsAlexandre Labelle achieved a significant business transformation through Perfect Practice, moving from a 100% brick-and-mortar model to a 50% online schedule. By shifting from a la carte services to signature online programs, he secured a more stable income,…Alexandre Labelle · Perfect Practice- Denovo FertilityWatchOvercoming Nervous System Dysregulation to Achieve Weight Loss and Mental ClarityBrandy Piche credits Denovo Fertility for a total physical and mental transformation. By addressing nervous system dysregulation and "fight or flight" responses, Brandy lowered her blood pressure, improved her sleep, and lost weight from a starting point of n…Brandy Piche · Denovo Fertility
WatchDiagnosing Root Causes of Fatigue and Hashimoto's Through Functional MedicineLaura Moreno achieved significant health improvements at Dr. Autoimmune after traditional medicine failed to address her Hashimoto's symptoms. By focusing on gut health and an elimination diet, she experienced immediate energy shifts, weight loss, and a new d…Laura Moreno · Dr. Autoimmune
WatchLife-Changing Removal of 140 Pounds of Loose Skin with Dr. GouldHaley Reeder chose Dr. Gould Plastic Surgery for a major transformation after losing 140 pounds. She reported that the surgery successfully removed significant loose skin, which she described as feeling like a 'weighted vest.' Haley emphasized Dr. Gould’s sci…Haley Reeder · Dr Gould Plastic Surgery
WatchSustainable Energy and Gut Health Recovery Through Holistic Functional MedicineMarie Dolla achieved a significant quality of life improvement with Atypically Awesome. By utilizing specialized blood, saliva, and urine testing, Dr. Yana Kleyman developed a custom supplement and diet plan that resolved Marie’s chronic bloating, managed her…Marie Dolla* · Atypically Awesome
WatchTech Executive Reverses Uncontrolled Diabetes and Loses 70 Pounds Through Root-Cause CareMonty Bhatia achieved a 70-pound weight loss and stabilized his blood sugar at Lower The Dose under Dr. Jaiwant Rangi's care. After years of uncontrolled diabetes and a cardiac scare involving two blocked arteries, Bhatia transitioned from increasing medicati…Monty Bhatia · Lower The Dose
WatchTracy Bond Lost Over 50 Pounds and Resolved Menopausal Body CrampsTracy Bond achieved a 50-pound weight loss and resolved chronic body cramps through Denver Vitalist Medicine. Working with Dr. Tauzin, Bond transitioned through menopause with improved sleep, increased energy, and a new relationship with food. After seven mon…Tracy Bond · Denver Vitalist Medicine
What they doubted first
- “For everyone it's money but I've tried everything and I've wasted money on so much and when you know you have a sense of peace and I just said you know what? I'm going to do this, I am going to invest in me. I called my mom, I'm 58 but I called my mom. I said…”Denise Rochelle Jerge
- “Brandy Piche admitted that the program is not cheap and she initially struggled with the idea of spending money on herself. However, she concluded that if you want the results bad enough, you will figure it out because the life-changing joy and physical impro…”Brandy Piche
- “And I was very much worried about either having complications or having a botched procedure or having a surgeon that wasn't kind of compatible with my overall goals.”Haley Reeder
Follow-up questions they answered
- How does Empowermentmd.com differ from programs like Weight Watchers?
- Richard Washburn noted that past diets like Weight Watchers only worked for a limited time before stopping. He found Dr. Floyd's program superior because it provided deep medical education and a 'lifestyle' reset rather than just a temporary diet. — Richard Washburn
- Is the Ancestral Reset program difficult to follow?
- Richard describes the program as non-dogmatic, advising participants to simply get back on track if they fall off. He emphasizes that the provided meal plans and educational videos make it easy to stick to the requirements. — Richard Washburn
- What kind of educational content does Dr. Robert Floyd provide?
- The program includes a series of in-depth videos covering research-based topics such as how sleep affects the brain and various aspects of body health, which Richard found to be a 'nice validation' of his own 40 years of health research. — Richard Washburn
- Is Lee Acupuncture worth the financial investment?
- Denise Jerge admitted that while money is a factor for everyone, she viewed it as an investment in herself after wasting money on other programs. She was so certain of the value that she asked her mother to help with the initial payment to ensure she could start immediately. — Denise Rochelle Jerge
- What is the environment like at Lee Acupuncture?
- Denise describes the office as having a profound sense of calm and knowledge. She noted that meeting Dr. Lee and the staff made her feel peaceful and intuitive that she was in a good place for healing. — Denise Rochelle Jerge
- How does the coaching program at Lee Acupuncture work?
- The program includes a medical coach, Dee, who conducts Zoom sessions. Denise explains that the coaching focuses on energy, inner peace, and practical teachings like meal portioning and understanding the parasympathetic nervous system. — Denise Rochelle Jerge