My Story
This is where I want to be real, to put myself out there. I am just an average girl who has dealt with weight and food issues since a child. These issues followed me into adolescence and adulthood. I was a pretty healthy person, so I thought. I dealt with ear aches as a child, and had the occasional sinus infection or flu each season, but as I grew older the sinus infections grew worse, my allergies were year around, I was always tired, was diagnosed with depression- but had nothing to be depressed about – eczema, my weight was impossible to maintain and it was an ongoing battle. I also had menstrual issues that were severe and painful.
Kindergarten
I was put on Prozac for my depression, a multitude of prescription and over the counter medication for my allergies, birth-control pills for my menstrual issues (at age 15!), antibiotics for my sinus infections… and the list goes on and on. I didn’t think much about it at the time. It seemed normal and the doctors didn’t seem to bat an eye.
I was always a little chubby as a kid.
I was always interested in health, probably because I was constantly trying to lose weight and I was involved in a lot of sports. I tried every diet theory out there, various diet pills and even got to an all time low and tried HCG injections at one point! I tried all sorts of fasts, cleanses and detoxes. Most things helped for a time period, but nothing seemed to last. I was on a constant roller coaster.
HIGHSCHOOL - heavy dieting and sports hid my food binging.
When I was in my early 20’s I had put on a ton of weight (60-70 lbs, I stopped weighing when I was almost 200 lbs) my eating was obviously out of control, my skin started to break out like I was a teenager, (I never even had a pimple in high school), I was tired all the time and I was dealing with all the above issues. I was so young, how could I look and feel so miserable? I went to every doctor imaginable. Surely, there was something wrong with me! The doctors did test after test and found nothing abnormal. They told me I was perfectly healthy, but I knew better.
thank you for sharing your story it’s so inspirational to know how you changed your life and good wholesome food to thank.
Kristin,
You are just as beautiful inside as you are out. Thank you for sharing and inspiring others. Hopefully one day, all my issues will cease. The fight continues and i’m glad you’re so close to me for support! Keep up the good work!!
I loved your testimonial and it amazes me how much we have in common and think alike. Truly it seems as though we were suppose to meet.
Respectfully,
Israel
Hello my friend…it is an honor to know you and I thank God everyday for having our paths cross. You are such an inspiration in so many ways. Thank you for sharing your story and for living such a strong example for others to follow…God is doing amazing things with you and I know you are a blessing to many!
Loved your life story. I have never been over weight – just the opposite. I am a busy mom and my sleep has been very interrupted for 6 years. I started neglecting my own nutrition while caring for my family. I unintentionally started living off coffee to keep me going. I ended up with sinus, ear, throat and bronchial infections over the course of 8 months. I am generally a very healthy person, but this woke me up quickly. I was tired of being tired and sick and never having enough to give to my family. I recently found a book called “Clean” by Dr. Junger. I did this cleanse (very similar to Doug Kaufmann’s) and feel like a new woman. After his cleanse I discovered Doug Kaufmann’s book and continued on (am doing it now) with the fungal diet phase 1. I am eating lots of vegetables and watched a video of you today sharing with Doug about quinoa, amaranth and buckwheat. I was SO excited because I (now) love these seeds and was happy that I can still eat them. I also have discovered Chia seeds too. I have a new zest for life, I feel like I am living “awake” instead of in a fog. I think this is the way God intended us to live. I now can pray and read my Bible and think in the morning instead of sleeping until the last possible minute. So thankful for God directing me to this information. So, thank you! And so excited to try your chocolate cookies!!
Lori, thank you so much for sharing your success! I think we can all relate to some degree and this will help encourage a lot of people… congratulations!
Kristin,
My sister sent me a link to your website wanting me to read your story. It is crazy to know that someone experienced the same issues that I currently struggle with right here in NW Arkansas. Ever since I was 18 I have had very odd health issues. I was always so happy and energetic when I was young, but then started getting tired easily, irritable, among other things. I cannot wait to finally feel better. If you have any other recommendations, please please let me know! I am very anxious to feel like my old self again.
Kristin,
I added your website to my startup a couple of weeks ago after watching you on Know the Cause. It wasn’t until today that I read your testimony. I have lots in common, been strugling for years. In fact, I been watching Doug on tv since 1998 and even bought his first book. I also have his cookbook “Eating your way to good health”. It’s easy to watch and get pumped up to do it but in reality how do you make yourself do it???? I’m 62 do you think I’ll ever learn?
Morgan and Marlene it sounds like we all have a lot in common… and I’m sure a lot of people can relate! I have never felt better and I hope this site gives you some inspiration on making healthy food delicious and satisfying… that’s the trick, if you LOVE what your eating you’ll stick to a healthy lifestyle. Keep me posted on your progress!
kristin,
That was so touching of a testimonial. You are so heartfelt to share your story with everyone. You truly do have God in your heart and you can tell that he guided you every step to where you are. This is your calling.
Thanks for being you,
Teri
Wow Teri, thank you so much for your kind and encouraging words. You are a blessing!
what is your diet? and i see phase 1 but what kind of diet is it? i have tried to tell ressearchers for years that hormones has the anwer for weight loss. 44 yrs agoo i wea pregnant with my first child and lost 56 pounds and 3 yrs later i was pregnant with twins and i lost 54 pounds. all while pregnant! the whole 9 months i wanted nothing to eat but forced a few things. it is
all hormones
Hi Louise! It’s not my diet, the Phase 1 diet was developed by Doug Kaufmann. I use this as the foundation for how I eat and have had amazing health benefits! Click here, to read my article on the Phase 1 diet or visit KnowTheCause.com to find out more. You are right, hormones do play a big role in our health. Doug and I believe that fungus is the root cause of health issues, including weight. Fungus messes with our hormones BIG time! For me following the Phase 1 lifestyle, exercising and taking some supplements like antifiungals and maca have helped to balance out my hormones and restore my health. Much love, Kristin
Hi Kristin,
I have a question. If I read the story correctly, you actually lost all your weight by fasting and not actually the Phase 1 diet. The diet came in after the fact to help with your health, yes?
So the main question I have, is do I need to count calories on this as well to lose weight or just eat based on the diet and the weight will come off?
Oh, no I did not lose all the weight by fasting. Yes, I did lose some weight, but most of it came right back on. I did lose about half the weight through eating healthy and exercising at least an hour a day, but it was very hard to keep off and my cravings were relentless… a constant battle.
Once I found Doug Kaufmann and learned about the fungus link to weight issues and cravings I started down that path. It wasn’t a magic quick fix, I will never exaggerate my experiences because I know first hand how heartbreaking it is to be given false hope that things either work or can happen overnight. When dealing with the root cause of an issue it takes time. And not only that, but I had to deal with my emotional food eating and spiritual obedience.
So needless to say it was a process, but it did work and I was able to lose the rest of the weight and keep it off, as well as clear up my health issues. I have been completely freed from worrying about food, my weight and ravenous cravings.
God had me go through these trials for a purpose that I now understand and am thankful for, but today if I was in my same situation and found this truth, Phase 1 would be my plan of attack…. along with exercise, a few supplements and of course prayer.
I don’t like counting calories. It’s important to listen to when you are truly hungry and full and watch portions. Phase 1 is so nourishing and a little goes a long way.
Much Love,
Kristin
Wow, Kristin, what an inspiration you are and I look forward to following your blog. I still have 30 lbs to lose from my pregnancies and am looking forward to the ideas and inspiration I will find here. All the best, Liza
Oh Thank You Lord ! I am sure you know or can understand where I am at right now . Reading your story was a God send to me every part. The turning it over to God part especially. Thank you so much for being a beautiful reflection and letting God shine through you . It’s a gift a revelation from God for me. I am so amazed with His work . Awesome I have a similar story about being mesmerized (captured) instantly with Dougs show and totally came upon it by God hands. God saved my life. I have so been wanting more info about you and every time something would distract. But all things in His time and here I am now ! Thank You Lord ! Thank you for sharing your story and being obedient and leaning on God walking in FAITH. God is so Amazing. I have for the last year have had this urging , nagging inside to share the same things and to work with food nutrition and share the knowledge and Love with others. You are a True inspiration & confirmation for me. God Bless You !
Love & Peace be with you !
Brendalee
You are an amazing example of walking in Faith & obedience. I am so moved by your story, would like to have a mentor like you . Spiritually, nutritonally & the giving back through sharing the information we learn. Again thank you. Thank you Lord.