Posted on May 6th, 2010 by The Melrose Aesthetic Centre
“I felt unhealthy, bloated, unhappy with my weight and I had extremely low energy levels. I contacted The Melrose Aesthetic Centre and after a consultation with Dr Cohen, decided to try the Detox & Wellness programme. At first I didn’t know what to expect, I had tried so many diets before and my main concern was that this would just be another failed attempt to loose weight. A few days into the programme I was most surprised to find that that this didn’t “feel” like a diet at all. I now think about my food choices, eat smaller portions (without ever feeling hungry), my skin is clearer, I have more energy and I feel a lot more upbeat and positive about life. And of course – I am loosing weight by the day!
I will recommend the Detox and Wellness programme to anyone who wants to loose weight and feel great!”
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Posted on February 22nd, 2010 by The Melrose Aesthetic Centre
I have tried everything, from weighing of foods, counting kilojoules, injections, diet shakes, diet pills and powders, fasting and some more.
I originally visited the clinic for Botox injections for my migraine. I asked Gordon about the Detox, Wellness & Weight Management Programme and it seemed like something I could do. I liked the fact that there is a time limit to the programme 12 weeks in total of which the first 6 weeks were detox. Gordon discussed the programme and also asked me to do blood tests.
My blood tests revealed that I was insulin resistant and if I don’t get treatment and change my lifestyle, I will develop adult onset diabetes. An overall assessment was made and I at last found out why I have a weight problem, and why I have not been able to keep off the weight I loose. The first 2 days on the programme were difficult, I had headaches and felt tired and listless. Fortunately I started on a weekend and it did not disrupt my work or social life. I started to exercise by week 3 and can feel the difference in my energy levels and overall well-being.
This programme does not focus on how much weight I have to loose, but on feeling good, feeling satisfied and feeling healthy. The visits to the clinic are important firstly to talk over the progress and secondly to get motivation to carry on. It is not always easy, I travel a lot and have a very busy work schedule, but with tips on how to deal with them I mostly stayed on the programme.
One of the reasons I stick to the programme is the ‘no weighing in’ policy. Loosing weight is at this stage secondary to me feeling good. Previously when I was on a diet, the weighing each week was a nightmare. I stressed so much and if I lost some weight I will immediately ‘celebrate’ by eating too much, and subsequently feeling bad.
For the first time in my life I am managing my lifestyle based on a medical and wellness basis. O, and by the way, the weight also came down. After 5 weeks I have lost 10kgs, but most important I feel great!
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Posted on December 9th, 2009 by The Melrose Aesthetic Centre
Life is beautiful
The last time I wrote a blog message I was officially a size 36 … all kudos to the Heaven sent Dr Cohen!
Now a month later I am (even if I may say so myself) a bootylicious size 32. That’s from a size 40 to a size 32 in under 12 weeks!!
The recipe?
Very simple. Just combine
• a very caring Dr Gordon Cohen, Eloise, Hardus and Suzelle,
• with fresh and fragrant food from the bounty of the earth,
• a bit of exercise, and
• a determined, and a then (note the, then!) size 40 lady.
And voila!
Unlike other programmes I have tried (which failed parlously), Dr Cohen consistently showed genuine interest and concern in me and my progress and wellbeing. Not once was I chastised or judged, which was the order of the day at other weight loss clinics/institutions.
Have a scale phobia? Well, you’ll be delighted to know that none of my regular visits with Dr Cohen included a weighing session. He was well raised to never ask a lady about her weight!
A warning! Something Dr Cohen may not tell you is that you’ll need to buy a new wardrobe!
The weekly, yes I mean weekly, centimetre loss was evidence that the 12-week Detox and Wellness programme (wellness being the operational word) was true to its claims. It works!! Almost every second week I had to buy clothes to prevent the embarrassment of my clothes literally falling off my hips.
The last 10 weeks have been a reflection of a very successful and pleasurable partnership that allowed me to reveal my size 32 body that has been in hiding for years. I am overwhelmed with joy at the degree my body has transformed.
During my first consultation with Dr Cohen, he proudly said, ‘I’ll make you look like Twiggy and keep the adipose tissue in the appropriate places’… in my case my African Trademark.
And he has certainly done that … magnificently so!
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Posted on October 30th, 2009 by The Melrose Aesthetic Centre
Husband and wife team Andre* & Wilma* came to The Melrose Aesthetic Centre after reading about the Detox & Wellness programme on our website. Both of them had problems with their cholesterol and insulin levels as well as being very over-weight. Wilma had quite a task in convincing her husband to join her in visiting the clinic, but once she managed to twist his arm they were well on their way to a happier and healthier life. It’s now been 3 months since they started on the programme and both of them have experienced significant weight-loss (17 and 20 kgs respectively), increased energy levels and their cholesterol levels are normal again. Both of them report that they were initially a bit apprehensive as they’ve tried several diets without much success and were afraid that they were just setting themselves up for failure again. Their concerns were unnecessary and unfounded. Now they describe their newly acquired eating habits as a “lifestyle” and are determined to keep enjoying their more active, confident and social way of living.
*Not their real names
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Posted on September 3rd, 2009 by The Melrose Aesthetic Centre
“A while back my wife asked me if I would join her on the Detox and Wellness programme as its always difficult for one person to follow an eating plan while the other enjoys the feasts of life. I was about to go on a diet on my own when I was introduced to Dr Cohen of The Melrose Aesthetic Centre’s eating plan. I had the necessary blood tests done and at the time of my initial consultation I weighed in at 120 kg. I also suffered from excessively high cholesterol and blood sugar levels – as was the case with my wife. Due to the nature of my work I travel a lot, but I decided that it was very important for me to be honest with myself and to stick to the rules. Eating away from home just meant that I had to be especially mindful of the food I ordered at restaurants during my trips – but with a bit of careful planning and self-discipline anything is possible. Dr Cohen played an important part in keeping us motivated and a weekly consultation with him during the first few weeks keeps you honest and motivated. After one month of being on the programme I’ve lost and incredible 12 kgs and I plan on loosing another 8. My over-consumption of alcohol and the subsequent depression which normally accompanies it is now under control. My mind feels sharper and my business is growing because I’m more alert, my energy levels have increased, my waist size came down by 2 belt-sizes – and I can honestly say that I will never go back to where I was!
I highly recommend the Detox and Wellness programme to anybody who is feeling old, tired, de-motivated, over-weight and just in need of a life changing experience.
This lifestyle of wellness has truly given me a new lease on life.
Kind regards,
Cliff
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