Food Cravings

Fatigue, Depression, Insomnia, Weight Gain, Sinus Problems

Valerie Mathura.jpgI entered the door of Alternacare with some fear and intrepidation, as I had never been involved in holistic healthcare. My background knowledge centered on my research on the Alternacare website after reading the “body shapes” flyer that arrived in my home through a newspaper. I decided that I would try to read through the Healthcare Evaluation on the website to see if my symptoms were really valid. The more I read, the more I believed that I was all four body types and truly falling apart.
After filling in the evaluation, I received a personal phone call from Pam, who really listened to all of my ailments and convinced me that Alternacare could assist me with regaining my health back. I was struggling with fatigue, both physically and emotionally. I felt that deep depression was just around the corner and although I could recognize it, I could not fix it. I spent most of my night awake and rarely slept for two hours without waking up. I had sinus drainage so bad and year round that you rarely saw me without a Kleenex in my hand. My eating habits had not changed except that I was eating less and less, but I was gaining weight from somewhere around my abdomen and hip area. My sugar cravings were huge. I realize now that my body was trying to produce quick energy as I ate carbs and sugary products to make it through the day. I was struggling with hot flashes that made my day and my nights uncomfortable. I was either going crazy or falling apart.
As I entered Alternacare that first time, both Chuck and Stacey greeted me. Pam guided me through what to expect and answered every question. Then the day came when I met Nola and Dr. Poli. Both made me feel that my bag of symptoms was something they could help me with and that I had made the right decision to start this journey towards recovery. My first week, Dr. Poli focused on my sinus problems and my sugar cravings. By my second visit, I had drastically improved in both of those areas. The second week, Dr. Poli explained that my healing would come because of a good night’s rest, not intermittent sleep. I am thrilled to say that within two weeks my sleep was either uninterrupted or if I woke up, it was for moments instead of hours. I am now able to get up in the morning feeling fully rested and ready to face my busy and hectic day!
At this time (6 weeks on my personalized program), I have lost nine of the stubborn pounds that had fastened themselves to me and that two expensive diets could not remove. Reflux had been my constant companion before, but I now have no problems with it. My sugar cravings are so reduced that I rarely even feel tempted to splurge. And the hot flashes; all gone!!! The monster I had felt I was turning into has disappeared! My daily outlook is back to its positive self and my husband is becoming jealous of my weight loss and increased energy.
Not only did Alternacare provide a personalized program of recovery for me, they have provided a most amazing atmosphere of encouragement as part of their customer service. Chuck, thank you for being so personable by always remembering my name. Stacey, thank you for your patient help and assistance each time I check out. Pam, thank you for being so convincing and knowledgeable about this journey. Nola, thank you for your guidance and hugs! And most of all, Dr. Poli, thank you for your wisdom and expertise in providing a remedy that has given me the health to love life to its fullest.

Dr. Valerie Mathura

Principal and Pastor’s Wife

RLS, Blood Pressure & Weight Loss

Janet Notestine photo.jpgI came to Alternacare for Restless Leg Syndrome and to get off my Requip due to the side effects and expenses. In the past few months I am completely free of all medications! My blood pressure has lowered and I actually have found I can go to sleep without tossing and turning.  The exciting thing is I’ve managed to lose 12 pounds. My eating habits have completely changed! The cravings for “stress food” have lessened. We all want instant gratification. Give it a chance and the staff and Doctors will guide you the rest of the way. I never had to walk out and not have a question answered. Dr. Poli and Pam have been very patient. You all are the best! I am so grateful. 

Thanks,

Janet Notestine

WEIGHT/FATIGUE/BACK PAIN

I entered the program because I have tried several programs to loose weight without any results.  I felt bloated with gas, craved sweets, tired and had no energy.  I had difficulty sleeping and when awaken I felt tired.  I also had pain in my neck, left shoulder, and lower back pain.

Since beginning the program I’ve lost 7lbs, I don’t crave sweets, not bloat feeling or gas.  The pain in my neck has greatly imprved and lower back pain has improved.  I fall asleep easily and awake feeling fresh.

Billie Williams

Fatigue, Headaches, Weight Gain, Sugar Cravings & Sleep Problems

I came to Dr. Poli with fatigue, headaches, weight gain, sugar cravings and sleep problems. I couldn’t sleep through the night and woke up tired everyday and went to bed tired everyday. Generally, I experienced a headache everyday and had excessive cravings for sugar. On top of that, I had gained 25 pounds in less than a year. Basically I didn’t have the energy to do much but make it through my day. I spent many weekends sleeping excessively to catch up on the sleep I had lost, trying to build up my energy.

After my 3rd visit with Dr. Poli, I have lost 9 pounds and I’m beginning to sleep through the night more frequently. I haven’t had a headache in the last five days and I feel better than I have in years. My sugar cravings are gone too. The Ultra Clear and supplements Dr. Poli gave me seem to really be working.

My main goal when I came to Alternacare was to get healthy and feel better. My health is already greatly improved and I’m looking forward to getting even healthier.

The staffs at Alternacare have been awesome to me. They are knowledgeable, professional and very encouraging and supportive!

Kathy Stephens