I originally went to Abundant Life Wellness Centre for a retreat; just to get away and maybe lose a few
pounds. However, I left with so much more… I have diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, high
cholesterol, depression and I couldn’t sleep. I was taking 8 different prescription drugs and 3 over-the-
counter drugs just to get through the day…. It is now 2 months later and I am still off my medications.
Aug 2008 14 Day Advanced Whole Body Cleanse
Age 51, Female, Height 5’3”
Weight 230, Weight lost 14 lbs
Previous to attending Abundant Life Wellness Centre, my life, like many others, was very stressful. I had just
opened a new retail/spa business; my husband and I decided to part ways, and my father passed away-all in
a span of 6 months.
I have been overweight for approx 20 years now and with this extra stress I was putting on more weight.
Along with the weight there came more health problems. I have diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure,
high cholesterol, depression and I couldn’t sleep. I was taking 8 different prescription drugs and 3 over-
the-counter drugs just to get through the day.
I originally went to Abundant Life Wellness Centre for a retreat; just to get away and maybe lose a few
pounds. However, I left with so much more.
The Program Director we had, Lydia, was God sent. Her quiet demeanor, her kindness, her dedication, and
knowledge helped the whole experience make a difference.
Out of nowhere, the first night at the Centre, I decided I would only take a select few of my prescription
drugs. It never occurred to me, and it was not a reason that I came to the Centre, that I was going to come
off my medications, however, the next day I decided I was not going to be a victim of the pharmaceutical
companies any longer. I did not take any more of my meds for the next 13 days! (I would not recommend
this to everyone, but it was the right thing for me) I had some really bad days but I was in the right place for
the withdrawals I went through.
It is now 2 months later and I am stil