Can you lose weight during menopause if other diets failed for years?

Yes, Michelle Warnkin reported that after fighting the scale for 10 years without losing a single pound, she lost 25 pounds in 10 weeks. She attributed this success to the Living Light Reset's structured plan and 24/7 support, which provided the 'complete reset' her body needed.

Is the Living Light Reset program difficult to follow?

Michelle found the program simple to follow because it provided a structured eating plan that told her exactly what and when to eat. She noted that while the first five days of detoxing were challenging, the inclusion of tools like an Oura Ring and a daily scale helped her stay successful.

Does the Living Light Reset require medication or drugs?

No, Michelle explicitly stated that she accomplished her weight loss goals without any meds or drugs. She described the process as being powered by her own effort and the support of the program's coaches and tools.

Is the Urban Monk program worth the investment?

Brian Felix describes the program as an investment where he received 'every penny of value' through comprehensive testing, supplements, and health coach consultations. He emphasizes that the educational aspect and the ability to manage his own health made the cost absolutely worth it.

How does Urban Monk identify the root cause of health issues?

The program uses advanced diagnostic tools like the FIT176 food inflammation test, GI map tests, and oral microbiome tests. Brian Felix noted that these data-driven insights provided a 'path forward' that he couldn't find even with previous knowledge of functional medicine.

What is the coaching experience like at Urban Monk?

Brian Felix highlighted his 30-minute consultation with a coach named Naomi, describing her as knowledgeable and kind. He noted that her ability to explain complex data in a way that made sense was the primary reason he committed to the full Sage program.

What do real people say about lifestyle transformation?

12 people recorded interviews about lifestyle transformation across 5 organisations. 5 of them mentioned more energy through the day in their own words. The most common timeframe people described was over a year. Every figure below is a count of what people said in their recorded interview — not a clinical trial or a survey.

First-hand accounts from people who talked about lifestyle transformation in their recorded interview.

What people said changed

Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.

More energy5 of 12 mentioned it
“I was experiencing some health issues specifically around just not being able to have control over my sleep, feeling really stressed, I had some bloating, and I also just dealt with some overall feelings of low energy.”Reena Patel
Felt supported4 of 12 mentioned it
“And I felt that they were able to support me, and I wanted to be part of a team that really, truly understood what my needs were.”Reena Patel
Confidence3 of 12 mentioned it
“I feel like my clothes are better and I just feel a overall sense of confidence.”Michelle Warnkin
Less pain3 of 12 mentioned it
“I think I was eight weeks through my program and I had another follow-up with my rheumatologist and she said my inflammation was gone.”Nisha Sawh
Digestion2 of 12 mentioned it
“I was experiencing some health issues specifically around just not being able to have control over my sleep, feeling really stressed, I had some bloating, and I also just dealt with some overall feelings of low energy.”Reena Patel
Team & hiring2 of 12 mentioned it
“And I felt that they were able to support me, and I wanted to be part of a team that really, truly understood what my needs were.”Reena Patel
Less medication2 of 12 mentioned it
“Just going to the doctor and her saying that it's gone and then I don't have to be on medication was the greatest gift ever.”Nisha Sawh
Better sleep1 of 12 mentioned it
“I was experiencing some health issues specifically around just not being able to have control over my sleep, feeling really stressed, I had some bloating, and I also just dealt with some overall feelings of low energy.”Reena Patel

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How long it took

Over a year · 1

Stories in this topic

Showing 12 of 12 interviews.

What people were sceptical about first

“No matter what it would be as a cost, I would do it 100% all over again.”Michelle Warnkin
“You can't really put a price tag on your health.”Brian Felix
“If I had any hesitations about starting the program it was that insurance was not accepted, and the cost was a little pricey for me at the time. What helped me get over that hurdle was I could not continue to live the way I was living. I was actually not livi…”Debbie Lange

Frequently asked

Can you lose weight during menopause if other diets failed for years?: Yes, Michelle Warnkin reported that after fighting the scale for 10 years without losing a single pound, she lost 25 pounds in 10 weeks. She attributed this success to the Living Light Reset's structured plan and 24/7 support, which provided the 'complete reset' her body needed. — Michelle Warnkin
Is the Living Light Reset program difficult to follow?: Michelle found the program simple to follow because it provided a structured eating plan that told her exactly what and when to eat. She noted that while the first five days of detoxing were challenging, the inclusion of tools like an Oura Ring and a daily scale helped her stay successful. — Michelle Warnkin
Does the Living Light Reset require medication or drugs?: No, Michelle explicitly stated that she accomplished her weight loss goals without any meds or drugs. She described the process as being powered by her own effort and the support of the program's coaches and tools. — Michelle Warnkin
Is the Urban Monk program worth the investment?: Brian Felix describes the program as an investment where he received 'every penny of value' through comprehensive testing, supplements, and health coach consultations. He emphasizes that the educational aspect and the ability to manage his own health made the cost absolutely worth it. — Brian Felix
How does Urban Monk identify the root cause of health issues?: The program uses advanced diagnostic tools like the FIT176 food inflammation test, GI map tests, and oral microbiome tests. Brian Felix noted that these data-driven insights provided a 'path forward' that he couldn't find even with previous knowledge of functional medicine. — Brian Felix
What is the coaching experience like at Urban Monk?: Brian Felix highlighted his 30-minute consultation with a coach named Naomi, describing her as knowledgeable and kind. He noted that her ability to explain complex data in a way that made sense was the primary reason he committed to the full Sage program. — Brian Felix