In their own words
Testimonials
People who changed what they eat, and what happened to their numbers.
These are real messages, edited only for spelling. Individual results vary.
Lower cholesterol
Eight full lipid panels and total cholesterol drops.
271 to below 200 in 3 months
“At the beginning of November 2009 I signed up for the course How to Lower Cholesterol in 8 Simple Steps. At this time my cholesterol was high at 271 with an LDL of 220, HDL 51, and triglycerides of 155. I have a family history of heart disease. My mother has high blood pressure and takes medication for high cholesterol. Over the past 3 months I have implemented the steps outlined by Lisa. I have lost ~30 pounds (from 205 down to 175 lbs.) and I had my cholesterol rechecked the end of January 2010. I was delighted with the results! My total cholesterol has dropped below 200, my LDL is down to 132, HDL up to 54, and triglycerides dropped to 47! I continue to follow a healthy diet with regular walking. I feel the best I have in years and look forward to seeing my next lab results!”
232 to 161 in 8 1/2 weeks
“By following your sage advice I have lowered my cholesterol from 232 to 161 in just 8 1/2 weeks! My Triglycerides went from 447 to 131 as well. No drugs!!! This was all with diet and a half hour of exercise three times a week. I am on cloud nine and am going to celebrate by going to my gym (Curves) today. I did try to add an extra ten minutes of exercise whenever I could sneak in the time. I did lose 10 lbs, but still have 9lbs to go so I’m not stopping here. I want to raise my good cholesterol above 29 so it is back to exercising more for me.”
LDL 210 to 122, without statins
“Just want to say that I appreciate your emails and healthy living tips. I have been following many of your suggestions for over a year now and reduced my LDL cholesterol from 210 to 122!! Also increased my HDL through a combination of your dietary recommendations and exercise. When my doctor saw the results she assumed that she had put me on statins because she couldn’t believe I had lowered it that much! I appreciate that you are never trying to push a product or market yourself, but are simply providing excellent advice and help for anyone who wants to make healthy lifestyle changes. Thank you!”
17.4 to 7.9 mmol/L
“A very highly informative insight into my cholesterol condition. I’ve managed to get my cholesterol level down from 17.4 to 7.9 mainly due to going into the detail from your course and looking more at what I eat. I wanted to thank you again!”
7 to 5.8 mmol/L in 3 months
“In just 3 months I have lowered my cholesterol from 7 down to 5.8 (Australian measures). My hdl is higher, ldl lower, triglycerides are good. The c reactive protein test and homysystene, lipoprotein were all in the normal range. My risk of heart attack is less than 5%, so thank you, I am so glad I googled lowering cholesteral and got onto you. Thanks for your guidance.”
LDL 298 to 258
“Your program is phenomenal. So amazing! I will tell you that my first cholesterol test was 298 for my LDL. I had gone six months without seeing a doctor because it was during the initial start of the pandemic. My second lipid test showed my cholesterol (LDL) went down 40 points and is now 258. It will be lower on my next visit.”
259 to 204
“Last year my Cholesterol was 259. I said this is enough I’m tired of havering high Cholesterol. I’ve been around 230 for the last 25 years. I made some life changes this year and then with the help of you 8 steps I hope to see it below 200 on my next doctor appointment. I just had a screening and I was 204! Thank you so much for putting the program out there.”
HDL raised 10% in one month
“This was an enlightening guide and would love to have seen more information. More information on the efficacy of supplements would have also been helpful. As a result of the information here, I raised my HDL cholesterol by 10% so far in the past month.”
Lower blood pressure
Nine readings, before and after.
150/90 to 130/80 in two months
“I wanted to share some great news with you. I had my checkup with my cardiovascular doctor yesterday and my blood pressure, which was 150/90 two months ago, dropped to 130/80!!! The doctor was clearly impressed and asked what I had been doing, as he rarely sees folks being able to reduce their numbers. I told him I had been following the DASH diet and increasing my daily physical activity with running, cycling and a 30 minute walk at lunchtime. His response was “well you certainly don’t need a cardio doctor! A big thanks goes to the material you provided which educated me on what I needed to do. Thanks!!”
160/95 to 121/82
“I started with BP 160/95. It was a concern to me so I changed my lifestyle starting a plant-based diet with the advice of Lisa Nelson. Now my weight is decreasing and the BP is 121/82. I’m feeling great, looking younger and will NEVER go back to my old lifestyle of salty and fried food. I now enjoy exercising. Thank you Lisa! A big thumbs up all the way from the Bahamas! Thank you for pointing you in the right direction to a better living.”
135/76 average down to 121/63
“I’ve been religiously follow what was set out in your previous emails now wait for it…….. I took my blood pressure late yesterday and got a reading of 121/63. I thought this can’t be right so I did it two more times and got 121/62 and 119/62. What a difference from my usual 135/76 average! Thanks once again,”
Down to 130/78
“With your advice, diet, exercise and some medication, I managed to bring the values down to 130/78. I am very happy and I am convinced without your suggestions I doubt I would have been able to get those results.”
117/77 in six weeks
“I lowered my bad BP numbers to good ones like 117/77 in just six weeks! Cut out all salt additives, lost 15 pounds and started running/ fast walking in the gym and some swimming. No meds before or after. You just might have saved me a lot of grief!”
Now 120/80 mmHg
“I’d been monitoring my blood pressure and it was higher than 15/10 cmHg most of the time. I followed all of Lisa’s recommendations and suggestions to lower blood pressure – exercising, healthy eating (low fat and no added salt), and eating more fruits. My blood pressure is now 120/80 mmHg. I’ve never had to take medication. Thanks a lot for your help.”
120/70 after cutting alcohol, sugar and salt
“The 7-step course on lowering blood pressure was excellent. Thanks to your knowledge and advice, I am finally “Getting it” and my blood pressure is 120/70. Cutting alcohol, sugar and salt has been beneficial in addition to your many other suggestions. Thank you.”
Dropped to 139/80
“Thank you so much for the information you send me. The articles are very helpful and have really helped me make lifestyle changes. I feel better, have more energy, and my blood pressure has dropped to 139/80!”
118/76 at a blood donation screening
“I wanted to let you know that I gave blood today. Part of the screening is the blood pressure. Mine read 118/76 That’s a long way from when I was first diagnosed with high blood pressure. Thank you for all your efforts!”
Triglycerides
Three, including two whose full panels appear above.
Triglycerides 155 to 47
“At the beginning of November 2009 I signed up for the course How to Lower Cholesterol in 8 Simple Steps. At this time my cholesterol was high at 271 with an LDL of 220, HDL 51, and triglycerides of 155. I have a family history of heart disease. My mother has high blood pressure and takes medication for high cholesterol. Over the past 3 months I have implemented the steps outlined by Lisa. I have lost ~30 pounds (from 205 down to 175 lbs.) and I had my cholesterol rechecked the end of January 2010. I was delighted with the results! My total cholesterol has dropped below 200, my LDL is down to 132, HDL up to 54, and triglycerides dropped to 47! I continue to follow a healthy diet with regular walking. I feel the best I have in years and look forward to seeing my next lab results!”
Triglycerides 447 to 131 in 8 1/2 weeks
“By following your sage advice I have lowered my cholesterol from 232 to 161 in just 8 1/2 weeks! My Triglycerides went from 447 to 131 as well. No drugs!!! This was all with diet and a half hour of exercise three times a week. I am on cloud nine and am going to celebrate by going to my gym (Curves) today. I did try to add an extra ten minutes of exercise whenever I could sneak in the time. I did lose 10 lbs, but still have 9lbs to go so I’m not stopping here. I want to raise my good cholesterol above 29 so it is back to exercising more for me.”
300 to 170
“Thanks for your support and guidance. I have reduce my TG level from 300 to 170 and would like to reduce to 100.”
Both conditions together
Three working on cholesterol and blood pressure at once.
HDL 15 to 31, LDL 120
“I would like to thank you and the Cholesterol Network. In November of last year, I found out I had high blood pressure and an extremely low HDL level (15). I was 39 and had not been to the doctor in over 5 years, so I was really worried about the damage that I might have done. I had no idea how to turn things around, but I knew I had to if I wanted to live through my 40s. I found this site, started excersizing daily, doing everything you suggested, lost 12 pounds, and taking the drugs perscribed by my Dr (Lisinopril 20MG and Simcor 500MG). This morning, I got the results of my lipid profile and found my HDL was 31 and LDL was 120. I still have a ways to go, but I am very encouraged and very thankful I followed your advice. I can’t tell you how much your encouragement has helped. Thank you!”
BMI 24, waist 34 inches
“All good here thanks to your advice. Just had full blood work done all readings were good. The doctor was very impressed with my blood pressure readings. BMI is now 24 and waist is 34 inches. Thank you for all your advice. You are to be commended for the work you do.”
117 over 79, down 20 lbs
“Lisa I really appreciate your help, and just to let you know l have lost 20lbs since Dec. 20th when I saw the doctor. I took my blood pressure this morning and it was 117 over 79. l will get my cholesterol rechecked this week. I’ll let you know how it went. Thanks to your emails I am starting to become a student of heart health!”
What the program is actually like
Eight readers on the part that isn’t a lab result.
Knowing which advice to trust
“I was able to find much of the same info contained in the course online, (although it is mostly in scattered bits as opposed to all in one place like what you have offered), during the same search that led me to your services. However, it’s difficult to know which info to trust, (some is actually contradictory and confusing), among all of those varying viewpoints. What you have done is excellent! Having all of the data I needed, in one location, from someone who obviously knows what they’re talking about and isn’t trying to sell me the latest “miracle” supplement is exactly what I was looking for.”
Whether you have time to read it
“I found your Course easy to digest. The language is clear and concise. I appreciated the fact that I could easily read each email quickly without getting tangled in a lot of medical terms and didn’t need to wade through pages and pages of information. Thank you.”
How long it really takes
“As I completed this course I’ve made changes in my diet. One of the biggest changes is in sodium. I was reading labels prior to reading your course, but now I am being extra vigilant. Thank you for the course and for the time-line of 4-6months. I have seen improvements already, but will try to be patient. I really needed the help and the encouragement that the course gives.”
What actually changes day to day
“The 8 step course is in itself very explicit, easy to follow, and contains very helpful information I was not aware of before. I have made many positive changes since completing the course, such as drastically decreasing my alcohol intake, walking everyday, avoiding high fat and oily foods, eating more fruits and veggies, and having oatmeal for breakfast. Thanks a lot! You have changed my way of living. Very positive and I feel I will attain my objective.”
Whether the supplement you own is the right one
“This course contained great info about omega fatty acids: what the different kinds are, what they do for you, how much you need, and how to increase them in your diet. It made me check the kind I have in my frig and consider how I could incorporate more into my diet. Thanks for the info!”
Whether it is worth paying for
“This information is SO GOOD!! It was well worth the money spent to obtain this wealth of information. You were right on point with the suggestions to lower my cholesterol. The types of foods to eat and the exercise. The two combined did the trick! Thank you!!!!”
Whether you can stick with it
“You told me about the DASH diet and it is working. Not only did it bring down my blood pressure, but I feel a lot better. I have a long way to go, but I’m sticking with it even when my blood pressure is low enough. I hope you continue to write about healthy eating, because I’ll be right there taking your advice. Thanks again!”
Whether you can avoid the statin conversation
“I know you do not know me but I feel so lucky to have found you! In January I had an episode of very high blood pressure and was put on amlodipine-5mg daily. My doctor also ran a lipid panel and based on the results wanted to put me on a statin drug. That is when I went into high gear to determine if I could avoid drugs and control my cholesterol with my diet. Your work on Heart Health Made Easy has been most valuable. As a result, my overall cholesterol is down but there is still work to do! I calculated my ratios and saw where I needed to improve. Again, thank you so much for empowering me to really be in control of my health and I am so grateful! God bless”
Nothing on this page is medical advice. Talk with your own doctor before changing your medication or treatment plan.
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