ShareOne ReviewsDo people actually maintain weight loss long term?
40 people answered this on the record, across 16 organisations. The change they described most often was more energy through the day — 17 of 40 raised it unprompted. 15 described weight change. The timeframe described most often was over a year. Each figure is a count of what someone said in a recorded interview.
Based on interviews recorded up to 2026-08-07. 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.
What the answers had in common
Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.
| What changed | Interviews | Share |
|---|---|---|
| More energy | 17 of 40 | 43% |
| Weight change | 15 of 40 | 38% |
| Mood & stress | 11 of 40 | 28% |
| Better sleep | 11 of 40 | 28% |
| Better systems | 8 of 40 | 20% |
| Less medication | 7 of 40 | 18% |
- “I lost 25 pounds and counting, and I more energy, my mood's better.”Elizabeth McGann
- “Because in the past, I had failed so many times, or I felt I hadn't really fully understood how I got back to regaining the weight over and over again.”Kelsey Pfister
- “My overall life has changed because I am now living in a world where my health and my weight do not take up mental, emotional space.”Kelsey Pfister
- “It was great because within the first week I've noticed that my digestive issues were better, my skin was better, my sleep was so much better, I can't even tell you.”Natalie Jo Flynn
How long it took them
- Over a year · 1
The interviews behind this answer
WatchKelsey Pfister Lost 50 Pounds and Maintained Results for Three YearsKelsey Pfister achieved a 50-pound weight loss through Jennifer Powter and the Powter Weight Loss Academy. By shifting from restrictive dieting to a mindset-focused approach, she has maintained her results for three years. Pfister highlights the program's sus…Kelsey Pfister · Jennifer Powter
WatchLost 25 Pounds and Maintained Weight Ease Using Holistic GLP-1 MicrodosingElizabeth McGann, reviewing Holistic GLP-1 with Elizabeth McGann, lost 25 pounds and counting by implementing a holistic metabolism-first approach. By utilizing a peptide microdose for a short period, she achieved her goal weight with zero side effects and su…Elizabeth McGann · Holistic GLP-1 with Elizabeth McGann
WatchNurse Practitioner Resolves Chronic Bloating and Digestive Issues Through Metabolic ResetNatalie Jo Flynn, a Nurse Practitioner, reviewed Living Light after experiencing significant health improvements within one week. She reported resolved digestive issues, better skin, and improved sleep verified by her Oura ring. Despite being a medical profes…Natalie Jo Flynn · Living Light
WatchIvy Lee Reclaimed Her Energy and Family Connection in Three Weeks Without MedicationIvy Lee achieved transformative results with Wellness Lifestyle Partners, moving from lethargy and anxiety to vibrant energy in just three weeks. By focusing on education and lifestyle changes rather than fad diets, she eliminated 3 p.m. energy crashes, resol…Ivy Lee · Wellness Lifestyle Partners
WatchEliminated Knee Pain and Acid Reflux While Achieving Rapid Weight LossRonda Smith achieved a life-changing recovery with Functional Medicine for Life. After struggling to walk due to knee inflammation and relying on daily acid reflux medication, she eliminated her knee brace within one week, stopped all reflux medicine for over…Ronda Smith · Functional Medicine for Life
WatchImproved Energy and Sleep Quality Maintained Over Twenty-Two Years of UseLynn Ferrin reports that using Tennant Products for 22 years has allowed him to maintain excellent energy levels at age 76 and resolve chronic fatigue and sleep issues. Most notably, his wife was able to stop all long-term prescription medications after start…Lynn Jay Ferrin · Tennant Products
WatchBeth Lowered Her A1c from 6.4 to 5.6 and Avoided Insulin DependencyBeth Waterman used Mastering Diabetes to manage her Type 1.5 diagnosis and avoid insulin dependency. By working with a coach and adopting a low-fat, plant-based lifestyle, she successfully lowered her A1c from 6.4 to a low of 5.5. Beth remains medication-free…Beth Waterman · Mastering Diabetes
WatchReclaimed Energy and Prevented Diabetic Complications After Forty Years on InsulinDavid DeRoos credits Dr. Rangi at Lower The Dose for a total health transformation. After 40 years on insulin, DeRoos resolved chronic fatigue caused by low thyroid, testosterone, and vitamin D. At age 71, he reports zero retinopathy or neuropathy and maintai…David DeRoos · Lower The Dose
WatchCharlie Trafton Reversed Pre-Diabetic Trends and Lost Fat While Maintaining MuscleCharlie Trafton achieved a total health transformation with Gapin Institute, reversing pre-diabetic trends and normalizing all blood work biomarkers. Over seven months, he successfully lost significant body fat while maintaining 100% of his lean muscle mass.…Charles · Gapin Institute
What they doubted first
- “If there was something that made me hesitant, it was just the thought of was what I wanted truly possible? Because in the past, I had failed so many times, or I felt I hadn't really fully understood how I got back to regaining the weight over and over again.…”Kelsey Pfister
- “Elizabeth McGann acknowledged that while the program is expensive, she considers it a worthwhile investment. She stated it was 'worth every penny' because of the long-term habits and results she achieved.”Elizabeth McGann
- “Ronda Smith initially thought the program was pricey, but realized it was a vital investment in her health. She concluded that when compared to the ongoing cost of medications and feeling poorly, the long-term value of regaining her health was more important.”Ronda Smith
Follow-up questions they answered
- Is permanent weight loss possible after failing multiple times?
- Kelsey Pfister initially hesitated because she had failed so many times in the past and didn't understand why she kept regaining weight. She found success by trusting Jennifer Powter's approach, which focuses on the 'here and now' and lifestyle integration rather than extreme, unsustainable measures. — Kelsey Pfister
- How does the Powter Weight Loss Academy differ from Weight Watchers?
- Kelsey noted that traditional programs like Weight Watchers created 'exhausting' hyper-importance around scale numbers and public weigh-ins. Jennifer Powter’s program focuses on a scientific, mindset, and emotional approach that addresses the root causes of emotional eating. — Kelsey Pfister
- Is the Powter Weight Loss Academy approach sustainable?
- Yes, Kelsey describes it as a 'sane, slow, sustainable approach' that functions like the tortoise rather than the hare. She emphasizes that the program pertains to your actual lifestyle, making it maintainable for the rest of your life. — Kelsey Pfister
- Is the Holistic GLP-1 program worth the cost?
- Elizabeth McGann acknowledged that while the program is expensive, she considers it a worthwhile investment. She stated it was 'worth every penny' because of the long-term habits and results she achieved. — Elizabeth McGann
- Can you lose weight with Elizabeth McGann without staying on medication forever?
- Yes, Elizabeth McGann learned how to optimize her metabolism and gut health to lose weight without needing permanent medication. She used a microdose for a short period and was able to get off the peptide once she reached her goal weight. — Elizabeth McGann
- How does this program handle perimenopausal weight loss frustration?
- Elizabeth McGann found that 'old tricks' like Weight Watchers and excessive exercise stopped working during perimenopause. This program provided a custom one-on-one approach that focused on getting healthy first to break through those plateaus. — Elizabeth McGann
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