ShareOne ReviewsWhat is the best way to lose weight without surgery?
40 people answered this on the record, across 21 organisations. weight change was the most commonly volunteered theme, appearing in 17 interviews. better family or relationship life was another volunteered theme, appearing in 8 interviews. The timeframe described most often was over a year. 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 2026-07-17. 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 | 17 |
| Family & relationships | 8 |
| More energy | 8 |
| Mental clarity | 6 |
| Confidence | 6 |
| Symptom relief | 5 |
- “I started out I had gained a lot of weight, so I lost that recently gained weight and then I was able to lose a bit more and I still am losing.”Brooke Maroldi
- “But I was actually able to do a two-week hiking trip in Ireland back in October with my husband with absolutely no pain.”Michele Pohlmann
- “Let's go." [laughs] I have, again, a lot more stamina, endurance, and I think if someone, you know, would see me working out in the gym, they would say, "This, this guy's, he's got to be younger than he says he is.”Rory Wade
- “So the approach at Living Proof Institute has really kind of changed my shift and my focus, both as a person and as a doctor.”Sanjay Bhojraj
How long it took them
- 2 – 6 months · 1
- Over a year · 6
The interviews behind this answer
WatchBrooke Overcame Post-Surgery Weight Gain Through Holistic Health and Intermittent FastingBrooke Maroldi achieved life-changing health improvements with the Living Proof Institute after struggling with weight gain following open heart surgery. By utilizing intermittent fasting, Oura ring sleep tracking, and a science-based body fat scale, she succ…Brooke Maroldi · Living Light
WatchResolved Chronic Joint Pain and Obesity Through Holistic Root Cause TreatmentMichele Pohlmann, a PA at Pinnacle Integrative Orthopedic Sports and Medicine, achieved total resolution of knee pain and successfully managed a labral tear in her hip. By utilizing peptide therapy, PRP, and nutritional testing, she completed a two-week hikin…Michele Pohlmann · pinnacle integrative orthopedic sports and medicine- Dr Amie HornamanWatchAngie Kyros Lost 70 Pounds and Resolved Hashimoto's Symptoms with Dr. Amie HornamanAngie Kyros achieved a 70-pound weight loss and resolved chronic Hashimoto's symptoms through Dr. Amie Hornaman’s one-on-one program. After 15 years of medical neglect and starving on 800 calories, Angie utilized clinical-grade supplementation, specific macro…Angeliki Kyros · Dr Amie Hornaman
WatchRetired Nurse Resolves Temporal Lobe Epilepsy and Olfactory Hallucinations Without SurgeryDeborah, a retired nurse, credits Touchpoints180 for diagnosing her temporal lobe epilepsy in under five minutes after three years of medical uncertainty. By following a personalized, holistic plan, she resolved debilitating olfactory hallucinations and retur…Deborah · Touchpoints180
WatchRegistered Nurse Loses 34 Pounds and Quits Smoking via Metabolic ResetCindy Nelson achieved a 34-pound weight loss with Marrie's Elevate Health & Wellness through the Metabolic Reset Diet. A registered nurse, Nelson reported a 100% reduction in bloating and foot pain, while successfully quitting smoking and drinking. She credit…Cindy Nelson · Marrie's Elevate Health & Wellness
WatchBrooke M. Achieved Sustainable Weight Loss and Improved Well-Being After Open Heart SurgeryBrooke M. achieved significant, sustainable weight loss with Living Proof Institute after struggling with weight gain following open heart surgery. By utilizing science-based tools like the Oura ring and intermittent fasting, she broke through previous platea…Brooke M. · Living Proof Institute
WatchFormer Gym Teacher Reverses Pre-Diabetes and Drops A1c from 6.0 to 5.6Rory Wade used Mastering Diabetes to reverse pre-diabetic symptoms and fatty liver. By adopting a low-fat, whole-food, plant-based diet, he lowered his A1c from 6.0 to 5.6 in three months, reduced his weight from 181 to 168 pounds, and stabilized his fasting…Rory Wade · Mastering Diabetes- Fast To FaithWatchMelody Lost 15 Pounds in 40 Days and Found Freedom From Food DependencyMelody achieved a 15lb weight loss in the first 40 days with Fast To Faith. By blending a fresh food meal plan with spiritual practices like Lectio Divina and coaching from Morgan, she addressed the root causes of her food dependency, resulting in improved sl…Melody · Fast To Faith
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
- “If there were any hesitations it could have been a lack of confidence, because you're diving into something, it's a big commitment and you don't know how it's going to work out and I've tried pretty much everything under the sun often really committed to it a…”Brooke Maroldi
- “It could have been a lack of confidence, you know, because you're diving into something, it's a big commitment and you don't know how it's going to work out and I've tried pretty much everything under the sun often really committed to it and at great expense.…”Brooke M.
- “Rory Wade noted that while people are often hesitant to spend money, the price is a bargain compared to West Coast clinics that cost thousands. He highlighted the value of having a weekly coach and a structured system that doesn't rely on selling expensive su…”Rory Wade
Follow-up questions they answered
- Is the Living Proof Institute worth the financial investment?
- Brooke Maroldi noted that while the program was a fairly good-sized financial commitment, she felt her health was worth it. She had previously tried many expensive programs without success, but found this investment resulted in permanent weight loss. — Brooke Maroldi
- Does the Living Proof Institute program require a large time commitment?
- Brooke mentioned that the program is a big commitment time-wise, including weekly meetings with other participants. However, she found these meetings fun and helpful for seeing the progress of others further along in the journey. — Brooke Maroldi
- Will I feel judged for my weight at the Living Proof Institute?
- Brooke was surprised that she never felt like a 'fat person' or that her weight gain was her fault. She described the environment as positive, focusing on where you are and how to move forward. — Brooke Maroldi
- Can physical therapy fix a hip labral tear and knee pain?
- Michele Pohlmann found that physical therapy provided minimal success for her knee and no success for her hip. She achieved better results by attacking the root cause through Pinnacle's holistic approach, including PRP and peptide therapy. — Michele Pohlmann
- How does hormone control affect joint pain?
- Michele emphasizes that midlife hormonal changes, such as menopause or andropause, can worsen joint pain. She found that getting her hormones under control was a critical component of the Pinnacle method to resolve her symptoms. — Michele Pohlmann
- Is there a non-surgical way to handle weight regain and joint issues?
- Michele successfully used a combination of gut health testing, nutritional fine-tuning with a life coach, and peptide therapies to lose weight and resolve pain without needing further surgery or relying on temporary 'band-aid' shots. — Michele Pohlmann
Where these people were
- Living Light · 9
- pinnacle integrative orthopedic sports and medicine · 4
- Mastering Diabetes · 3
- Dr Amie Hornaman · 2
- Touchpoints180 · 2
- Marrie's Elevate Health & Wellness · 2
- Holistic GLP-1 with Elizabeth McGann · 2
- Wellness Lifestyle Partners · 2
- Jennifer Powter · 2
- Living Proof Institute · 1
- Fast To Faith · 1
- Denver Vitalist Medicine · 1