Success Stories

I wholeheartedly recommend to anyone who’s suffering from diabetes to make this change in their lives, to alter their nutrition, to even imagine that they are allergic to carbs! For example, people who are allergic to peanuts or any other type of food will never dare eat them. For me, keto is the same- it all comes down to my health.

In May 2020, I met Dr. Mariela Glandt. This was when, for the first time, after years and years of consulting with many doctors and diabetes specialists, I received a simple, coherent explanation of the processes that were happening in my body regarding sugar. Unlike diets that focus on weight loss only, without considering the reduction of sugar levels in our system, I received a clear and logical recommendation for well-balanced nutrition. The minute I understood the logic behind the method, it became clear to me that a low-carb diet is indeed the most suitable one for me. This notion helps keep me motivated and maintain this nutritious lifestyle. I started with it straight away, well equipped with good advice and solutions for cravings that might come along the way. My HbA1c blood sugar levels were 8.2 when starting! After 5 months, it stabilized at 5.3, remaining steady during the day. I feel immensely better, and as a bonus, I have lost 16 kg. My cholesterol, lipid profile, blood pressure, and even my pulse have steadied, which has resulted in a reduction of the medications and dosages I was taking prior to this process. I am truly happy and thankful for meeting Dr. Mariela and recommend it to all who care about and cherish their health. 

(3) followed by catheterization for valve implantation.suffered from a stroke (T.I.A). It’s important to mention that I’m physically active at least 5 times a week (strides and power walk). I found out about the keto diet through my habit of reading medical articles and content regarding my conditions. One of the interviewees in the article was Dr. Mariela Glandt, who talked about her treatment method. I decided to meet her, and it was in that first meeting that I was moved by Mariela and her team’s determination to make a real change to my lifestyle. It’s been 8 months since that first meeting, and here are the results: I stopped injecting insulin (for all its negative side effects) in the last 6 months, I’ve significantly reduced the medication dosage that I’ve been taking for years and years, and I’ve lost about 20 kg. In other words- a total transformation. I honestly have no doubt that allowing Mariela and her team to escort me and guide me through this massive change in my life was the best decision I could have made for myself. 

For the 25 years before my introduction to keto,  I suffered from liver dysfunction and type 2 diabetes. Unfortunately, my mother didn't know about the keto diet and had to go through a liver transplant, resulting from fatty liver disease that evolved into cirrhosis. Today, a year and a half after I transition to the keto diet and 12 kg lighter, I am happy to say that all of my blood tests are in the normal range and I am basically cured! Who would have imagined? One more surprising little fact: my cholesterol and triglycerides levels have also improved even though I am consuming quite a lot of fatty ingredients- which is the opposite of what we were made to believe our whole lives.  I am living a healthy life, feeling much more energetic, and taking considerably fewer medications. Thank you, Dr. Mariela!

I was instructed to take Insulin, which is considered the “easy way” of handling the situation. Fortunately, my neighbor recommended the Glandt Center and after visiting, I decided to go for it and treat my diabetes in a natural way, with a focus on exercise and suitable nutrition. 
Today, 4 months into the process, I am already testing at 5.4 A1c, with all of my measurements back to a standard state. All in all, it wasn’t too difficult, especially considering that I love foodand have a weakness for sweets. I still crave something sweet every once in a while, but the program made me realize that there are times that I eat without actually being hungry, and the diet really gives me everything I need. I am combining my diet with a lot of physical activity and am feeling much more energetic. I can’t recommend it enough!

My treatment with Mariela started about 2.5 years ago, after many experiences with different diets. My diabetes started as gestational diabetes, which I suffered from throughout my 4 pregnancies. Of course, I was also dealing with being overweight my whole life. All the doctors gave me the same prescription- lower your calorie intake and exercise more. Not one diet proved effective or sustainable over time. Meanwhile, my blood sugar levels were rising so high, my doctor informed me that I would have to start insulin injections. I was treated with insulin for about 25 years, gaining more and more weight as the years went by. 
Every few months I tried a new diet, desperately hoping that maybe, just maybe, this might be the one. I must confess that in each and every one of those experiences my husband was there with me, and he was disappointed as well. After a final attempt, evolving a vegan diet that didn’t reduce a single drop of fat from my body, my husband decided to look online for something new and was introduced to the ketogenic diet. We both agreed that it’s worth a shot, especially because the ketogenic diet is science-based and alters your whole lifestyle. We threw out all the legumes and carbs and started a ketogenic lifestyle. My husband, who isn’t diabetic, started losing weight straight away. But for me, nothing. No change. It was him that told me- you need a doctor to consult with. After searching the web again, we reached Dr. Glandt through a dietitian that was acquainted with her. We met her at the end of February, four months after I started the ketogenic diet, with still no results, even after listening to every lecture I could find on the benefits of the diet and reading every article that could guide me and further my knowledge on maximizing its results. Dr. Glandt explained to me that as long as I’m using insulin, I can’t lose any weight because it keeps the body fat. She started gradually reducing my insulin dosage until I was off it completely on Passover Eve of that year. Since then I have lost about 34 kg, my blood sugar levels have massively improved, I feel great, practice Pilates and get the ultimate question from people who haven’t seen me in a while- how did you do it? I thank God for leading me to Dr. Glandt and her devoted care and treatment, and my husband who has supported me along the way. I find it so unfortunate that so many others who could use the ketogenic diet to treat their medical conditions don’t receive the support they need to maintain a ketogenic way of life. 

The shift came when I was sitting at home during the Covid lockdown. I was not maintaining proper nutrition, and even though I was injecting large amounts of insulin, my sugar blood levels just kept rising. My wake-up call came in the form of double vision. After a few tests, I finally realized the damage that was caused to my body from years of uncontrolled diabetes, but I worried: if the meds don’t help, what will? I was desperate and losing faith. At my sons’ recommendation, I went to the Glandt Center, and my life has changed as a result. At the very first meeting with Dr. Glandt, she helped me understand that nothing is final and that there is a lot I can do. 
And so, with the combined and dedicated care of Dr. Glandt and Elina, the dietitian, I started to recuperate. My sugar blood levels started going down, I reduced my medications, I lost weight, and most importantly- I don’t inject insulin anymore. This is my success story. I am so happy with this decision and am thankful for it every single day.

I heard about the Glandt Center through a friend when I ran into him at the supermarket and noticed that his cart was full of meat and cheese products. He explained that he was on the keto diet, saying that there are so many things you can eat. Instead of a cart filled with broccoli and lettuce, you can have one filled with meat and cheese. 
My wife, our “house chef”, was struggling a bit at the start. However, after consulting with the dietitians, we found suitable replacements for everything. This program is manageable and achievable for anyone who is interested. In conclusion, I highly recommend it.  

In a few not-so-easy months, I managed to lose 15 kgs. But at a certain point, my motivation wore off and I couldn’t handle the diet restrictions anymore. I gained it all back, plus some. I have tried returning to the program but each time only lasted a few weeks. The recommendation for the ketogenic diet came from my brother. I was very skeptical about the whole thing, and due to my previous experience, I found it hard to believe that there is a diet that I could maintain for more than a few weeks. After a few months of considerations and doubts, I decided to give it a go because, well, what’s the worst that can happen? Starting the Ketogenic diet, my HbA1c was 6.5, meaning I was pre-diabetic. It didn’t take long for me to stick to the diet menu which was much easier and user-friendly than I expected, and I started to lose weight as well. Moreover, my blood tests showed that previously off measurements started to stabilize, including my lipid profile. I combined the ketogenic diet with intermittent fasting (which was surprisingly easier than I would have believed), fasting between 16-23 hours each time. About 2.5 months ago I decided to check my blood pressure each morning before I take my medications. I was so surprised to discover that my blood pressure was in the normal range. I haven't been taking my blood pressure medication since, and it is still absolutely normal! Through all of my previous attempts to lose weight, the only way I could keep my blood pressure stabilized was with meds and meds alone. The only diet that has made a difference is the ketogenic diet. Even my HbA1c levels are down considerably at 5.1, putting a safe distance between me and diabetes. I have lost 25 kg so far (though there is still a ways to go). My energy and concentration have improved immensely, as have my general wellness- physically and mentally. And last but not least, I can buy cloth in “normal” stores now.