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Q: In reading your FAQ I think that too many people are hung up on cost rather than results. Exactly how much is your life worth? I recently went to a seminar where people stood in line to pay $6000 for hosting service, shopping cart and support. Can you believe $6000 for something that cost perhaps $10/mo? Not one verified the credentials of the company. Anyway, my question is this, you're introducing me to a lot of new ideas concerning food. I noted that unlike other diets you don't mention anything about a "cheat day". Will that come later?
A: No, your Diabetic Weight Management program does not include a "cheat day". That would be irresponsible. The whole point is to rid your body of poisons. When "diet companies" and "diet gurus" offer you "cheat days" what they're really saying is it's ok to poison your body. "It's ok to go out and eat rat poison today because you deserve a break from living." Does that make sense to you? Many of the "diet foods" and snacks available have artificial sweeteners that are highly addictive -- very similar to nicotine for cigarettes. This is one of the reasons you feel "compelled' to eat even if you're not hungry. Also keep in mind that your Diabetic Weight Management program is not a "diet". Diets are temporary. Your Diabetic Weight Management program is something that you're going to enjoy for the rest of your life.

Q: WOW! I lost 23lbs this month! I am so excited. My clothes are getting loose. How much do most people on your Diabetic Weight Management program lose their first month?
A: On the average they weight loss is about 15lbs. Sometimes it's only ten and sometimes it can be as much as 25lbs. It depends upon the person. Keep in mind this isn't all fat. In fact, very little of it is fat for the first 60 days. Most of it is toxins that your body has to get rid of. What most people consider "stubborn belly fat" is actually their colon extending to accommodate the yeast overgrowth, parasites and other toxins being stored there.

Q: I just received my first Diabetic Weight Management meal plan. Is there a reason why you don't provide any supporting evidence to why I should eat some of this stuff? It seems highly restrictive to me. I thought a restrictive diet was bad.
A: Most people don't realize that they are already on a self-imposed highly restrictive diet. They basically eat the same thing every week and never question their food choices. When you see a commercial on TV for diet cola do you require supporting evidence that it will help you lose weight? When you see commercials for the new sugar yogurt do you ask for supporting evidence that it will help you lose weight? There are a lot of things we all do without thinking about it. We simply do it. When I create your custom Diabetic Weight Management program I don't go into a lot of detail on each item mostly because most people don't require it. Most people simply want some guidance on what to eat and how to eat it. They don't have the time or inclination to learn anything more. However, I'd be happy to provide you with references and resources. All of the information is easily verifiable. I'm like you, I want to see "why" I'm doing something before I do it. Feel free to ask for references on anything.

Q: I love the exercises. Is this really all I need to do? Surely there has to be more to it. Shouldn't I go to the gym or buy a treadmill or something?
A: Yes, that's really all there is to it. No mystery. No pixie dust. Just a few super simple exercises. No getting your heart beat up over a certain range. No killing yourself with cardio exercises. Your problem is not your heart. Your problem is your weight. If you want to do cardio later when you lose the weight -- go for it. But for now, just those simple exercises is all you need. Trust me the weight will come off and when it does you'll be surprised to see muscle underneath.

Q: My mother-in-law talks about you all the time. All I hear is "Leonard said this and Leonard said that". I had a lot of trouble with some of the things you were telling her. Things like eating fat. Things like what foods are poisonous. But I can't argue with success. She's losing weight like crazy and her blood sugar level is down. My problem is that I want my husband on this program. I don't want to see him lose his health like his mom. How can I convince him?
A: I understand and empathize with your situation with your husband. The last thing you want to do is nag him. I would say that the best thing you can do is get your family doctor to talk to him about his risks. Your husband may be in denial. Not wanting to face the situation because he doesn't think that there's anything that can be done about diabetes. That if he's going to get it he may as well enjoy eating what he wants. You might ask your mother-in-law to invite you over to dinner and see what she's eating. Once he sees it's not that much different than what he's used to his resistance may come down enough to try it. Good luck!

Q: Can you tell me the difference between the way my doctor practices medince and what you do?
A: Good question. Your doctor has been trained that healing comes from the outside. That in order for your body to become healthy it needs an outside force acting upon it. They also believe they can separate the disease part of the body and only treat it. The Holistic approach is to provide your body with what it needs to heal itself and to provide the information and support your body needs to prevent illness. Holistic practitioners look at the whole body rather than the individual parts.

Q: You know, I thought that my doctor would kick up a fuss about my going to a holistic person for help with my diabetes. She was all for it. Are most doctors this open minded?
A: I think that most doctors genuinely care about their patients. Sometimes their hands are tied as to what they can and can't do for their patients. I've known a few doctors recommend herbs and oils to their patients and one even recommended an herbal tea.

Q: My chiropractor recommended me to you. He says that I really have got to get my weight under control. It's killing my back and it's almost impossible for me to walk. Even at my weight of 290lbs do you really think I can do the exercises that you'll be recommending for me?
A: That all depends upon other factors concerning your health. For example, assuming you're not currently having any problems with your feet or with blood circulation and can at least walk to the end of your driveway and back you shouldn't have any problems. However, I really can't say until I review your paperwork.

Q: I've worked with certified personal trainers and sports nutritionist in the past and they're always trying to sell me some kind of equipment, supplements, or program. You don't do this. Why not?
A: Probably because I don't own a gym, have my own name brand supplements or make money selling equipment. Seriously, you don't really need expensive fitness equipment and in most cases you probably don't need supplements either. What you do need is to understand the important role that food plays in your health and how to make good food choices. Once you rid yourself of the poisons then you're going to discover that your body will do most of the healing for you. Exercise is important but fitness equipment really isn't. A hundred years ago, very few people owned fitness equipment and most people were in good health and physically fit. Today just about everyone owns some kind of fitness equipment but most people are sick and physically unfit.

Q: I can't believe that I've lost 49lbs over the last four months. This is unbelievable. I've been trying for years and never got this close. I have so much energy that even my grandchildren are having a hard time keeping up with me. When I was younger I used to hit plataus when losing weight. Am I going to with this program?
A: You really shouldn't at least not until you reach your body's ideal weight. As long as you continue using your custom Diabetic Weight Management program and not cheat you'll do fine. Keep in mind that your body is doing more than just losing weight. It's also detoxing and repairing itself.

Q: Why don't you work with people who smoke or drink? Don't need your help also?
A: They probably also need a program like this however as long as they continue to smoke or drink alcohol or do other things to harm their body there's no real point in me trying to help them. Their body can never heal and repair itself. In the meantime, I can be working with people who are sincere in their efforts to heal their bodies. With just one of me and lots of people who fit this category I believe my time is better invested with those who want better health.

Q: I noted that you used or still do work with people who have Multiple Sclerosis and Traumatic Brain Injury. I have two questions 1) Will this program work for them 2) If someone is not diabetic but has one of these conditions would you be willing to work with them?
A: Yes, this program will work for both. This program, although marketed specifically towards people with Diabetes can work for any disease. You see, it's not about a specific disease it's about healing the whole body. As the body becomes healthier the symptoms of the disease tends to lessen. This program would be especially helpful for those with MS and TBI because you'll learn what foods you're eating that are causing the problem to be worse. I have one client who's been on my program for a number of years. She quit taking interferon back in 2003 I believe and hasn't had any medication for her MS since then. A recent MRI showed no progression of the disease and she hasn't had any flareups since then. Does this mean she's cured? No, the damage is still there. And, if she eats any of the foods we've identified then she could have another flare up.

Q: My dietitian is telling me that fats are bad for me and that if I want to lose weight I should only eat reduced fat foods and margins. Is this right?
A: Sounds like your dietitian hasn't been keeping up with the latest research. Fat doesn't make you fat. Fat is a very necessary part of over all diet and health. You'll note that the nutritional labels don't warn you against eating saturated fats. They warn you against transfats or polyunsaturated fats or hydrogenated fats. Those are bad for you and you should stay away from them. As to eating foods that have "reduced fat" again only if they are bad fats. (Ice cream by the way is bad because most, if not all, manufactures use vegetable oil to make ice cream) Eating "reduced fat" foods is just plain bad advice especially if you're trying to lose weight. Take a look at the "reduced fat" nutritional labels. Notice that they're high in both sugar and calories?

Q: What is the best kind of butter to eat?
A: That's easy, certified organic butter. Next would be organic butter. Followed by 50/50 butter and unrefined extra virgin coconut oil.

Q: Could you do me a favor and provide a page where I can find sources for your recommendations?
A: I can do that. It may be a week or two before I get that up for you. When I do it will be at: http://DiabeticWeightManagement.com/recommends

Q: Before registering for your program I read all the FAQ. I didn't really believe people could lose weight and that the food was good or I wouldn't have to kill myself exercising. But this is really simple. Goes to show you how much common sense we've all given up to the advertisers? May I ask how many hours a month do you devote to research? I heard some doctors devote as much as ten hours a month. Do you still do research?
A: Yes, I am constantly researching new information as it comes available and I pass on this new information to my clients. I invest about four to five hours a day on research. Each custom Diabetic Weight Management program must be carefully balanced out. Weighing the good and the bad. Keeping in mind other health problems, food allergies, food dislikes, etc... I am not perfect and I'm not a doctor. I am only as good as the information I have access to and the ability of the researchers to explain their findings.

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