I started with VivaWise because I was having horrible nausea every day. I knew something with my gut was off, but after exhausting so many food eliminations and going to two doctors who told me that I had bad allergies and/or was just constipated, I decided to engage VivaWise primarily for testing to get to the root issue of my nausea. After months of focusing on food, prioritizing sleep and working to minimize stress in my life, I have eliminated my nausea and improved my GI function overall. I have more energy, less brain fog and a better plan for overcoming times when I am exposed to gluten and/or alcohol. Anyone who has been told they have IBS (like me) should see VivaWise. There’s a reason you’re having issues and you can get to the root cause of your issues.

I was worried about scheduling issues and concerned that I wouldn’t be able to stick to major life changes. Fortunately, I didn’t feel ashamed at all if I wasn’t perfectly sticking to the plan. The handouts and visit notes are easy to reference between sessions. I also like using the lab work to reinforce how my health has improved with the lifestyle changes. My mindset is definitely more positive. I am able to handle challenges better. I am more engaged with my family because I am more mentally present. My energy levels are MUCH better. I feel like a new person. No doctor would have been able to give me the improvements that I’ve had from working with you guys or would have even batted an eye at my bloodwork. Allopathic medicine is meant to treat illness, not optimize health.

My biggest hesitation was that the experience would be like what I had tried previously. I am so glad that I chose VivaWise because they actually addressed the root of my symptoms and communicated with me regularly. I had a detailed and organized plan for my nutrition, supplements and overall wellness to address my goals. With VivaWise, I didn’t feel like I had to be strict in order to be healthy. I feel much more knowledgeable on how to plan meals with certain ingredients and what to look for in products. I was provided with a maintenance plan going forward and I feel more independent and in control of my gut. My symptoms questionnaire that I filled out at the beginning improved from 72 points to 23 points at the end of our sessions. I have significantly less bloating, more energy, and more restful sleep. I used to take Ibuprofen regularly for headaches, but now, I only need medication occasionally. People who have struggled with gut and allergy issues their whole life will benefit greatly from VivaWise.

I sought out help because I felt like my regular doctor wanted me to take medicine to fix my ailments. I knew I needed help to figure out what was causing me to have my symptoms. I have liked the notes and instructions given after each session. It has been helpful to print out and review. I like that I had a food plan and a supplement plan. Those were two things I had struggled to implement myself. I have lost several pounds, but I have also felt better. My stomach no longer bloats after eating at the end of the day. I used to have to take tums every night because I had so much acid reflux. I have more energy to exercise. I’d recommend anyone looking for answers without medication. I think you have a passion for what you are doing and you live the lifestyle that you are promoting.