About a year ago I started having some issues with a numbness/tingling feeling in my neck and the lower part of my face. I had no clue what was going on and freaked out because I was at work the first time this happened to me. Was I having a stroke, was something wrong with the water cooler at work, had I eaten something that had gone bad or that I was allergic to? The symptoms would come and go and every time it happened I would become more and more concerned. When I still had the feelings a few weeks later - I knew I had to contact a doctor.
I found a doctor in my network with my insurance (I didn't have a PCP at the time because honestly I never really got sick). I went in to see the doctor and he did a panel of blood work testing for all sorts of things from diabetes, an iron deficiency, to a thyroid disorder. After a few days I received word that I had borderline hypothyroidism and was put on medication for my T4 levels. I started taking the medication and within the first few days on the medication I had the worst side effects so I contacted my doctor and he told me maybe the labs were wrong and to stop taking the medication. Fast forward a couple of months later still with NO medication and multiple blood tests and ultrasounds and the only answer I had was that I "probably" had Hashimoto's disease and that I should just continue to exercise, eat like I was eating, and that we would "keep an eye" on my thyroid.
My body was not responding well to that advice. I was exhausted. I could barely keep my eyes open at work let alone do my homework at night or even get in my workouts. I was constantly anxious, having more symptoms of panic attacks, I had gained about 10lbs and I was miserable. My neck still had the numbness/tingle feeling, my body was just achy, I was in a constant state of fatigue, my stomach was always bloated, and I honestly just wanted answers.
After talking to one of my friends about my issues/symptoms she gave me the contact information for a NP in my area who is great with thyroid issues and an advocate for women's health. I decided to give her a try - I had nothing to lose. I immediately connected with this doctor and felt that she understood my issues and had a true desire to really figure out what was going on. I once again had my blood drawn and in a couple of days I got the word that I for SURE had levels that proved hypothyroidism. She was able to give me a couple of different options for medication but I chose one that put me on meds for both my T4 and T3 levels. Within a couple of weeks I started feeling better - the numbness went away as well as my anxiety levels. Who knew that thyroid issues and anxiety were related??? Not me - but to have answer to that as well was fantastic.
I asked my doctor if there was anything I could do to help regulate my thyroid naturally - and we discussed going gluten free with my diet as sometimes gluten can cause your thyroid to act up. I signed up for it because I just wanted to feel better - but I was shocked at how much food had gluten in it. What the heck was I supposed to eat? I went from eating basically whatever I wanted (this didn't help with the 10lb weight gain) to being very restricted and felt like I was starving myself just to go gluten free. I was always hungry, never satisfied, and even though I was restricting my food and eating gluten free snacks and foods, and more fruits and veggies - my weight wasn't budging. Not only that but my body felt like I just wasn't getting the right nutrients. My skin was always dry, my nails were brittle, my hair felt like it was thinning and dry, and I wasn't sleeping well, but the numbness had gone away and I had a bit more energy - but not to the point that I felt 100% better.
A couple of months into going gluten free, I heard about Shakeology from one of my Tone It Up sisters. Shakeology is a gluten free shake that is the most nutritionally dense meal you can possibly feed your body. I had heard how much better people were feeling after drinking Shakeology and introducing it into their daily routine. I figured at this point I might as well give it a shot. I was desperate for something to complete my nutritional requirements and give me more energy NATURALLY so I placed an order and the rest is history. I can honestly say that I will never stop drinking this product. In the past month I have lost 2 of the 10 lbs that I gained during my thyroid issues. I am sleeping better, my skin is less dry, my hair and nails seem to be growing at a crazy rate (with proper nutrition this happens), my skin is starting to clear up, it has helped with digestive issues, and the best part is its gluten free so I can enjoy this shake until the cows come home. I am now doing the Insanity program from Beachbody because I actually have the energy to keep up with it again and I am excited to see the results I have with that in addition to the Shakeology.
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There are over 70 natural ingredients packed into this powerhouse of a product which makes it in my personal opinion the best meal replacement on the market. Imagine a product that can take all 11 of your body's systems and make them work more efficiently together - wouldn't you want that for yourself? I know I did. It is low in calories so I can mix it with milk, water, ice, or almond milk and STILL be within my caloric needs for the day and not feel guilty - although it tastes like a chocolate shake (I drink the Chocolate Vegan flavor). My husband drinks the Vanilla Shakeology and loves that flavor too. Another great thing is that it helps curb your cravings for sweets and junk food!
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| the all NATURAL ingredients in Shakeology |
You may be wondering if Shakeology can help you too. Let me ask you this - are you busy, lacking energy, wanting to lose weight, always skipping a meal because you lack the time to make something quick, spending too much on fast food, lacking proper nutrition? Are you someone who doesn't like fruit or vegetables, following a fitness program that requires proper fuel for your body to perform properly, looking to quit your soda or junk food habit? Shakeology is for everyone who wants to take a step in the right direction in their health and nutrition and I can not believe the improvement it has made in my life. After drinking this shake for just a couple of weeks, I decided to sign up as a Beachbody coach so that I could spread the word and help the world know about Shakeology one person at a time. My goal is to have as many people as I know adopt Shakeology into their lives because I truly believe in the product, the things it can do, and the benefits it can hold for each and everyone of you reading this. The best part is that it is 100% guaranteed - so if you don't like it, didn't think it was worth it, didn't have any positive benefits from drinking this - you can return it even if the bag is empty - but I am sure you won't because it's that good. If I go a day without it, my body feels it - and starts to crave the nutrients that its missing.
I really want to let you all know that if you are suffering with a thyroid disorder or a gluten intolerance that there are answers, there are doctors who can help you, and there are ways to get the nutrition you need even with the restrictions with food that you may be having to deal with. Even if you aren't suffering from a health issue but just want to make a healthy change in your life - this can help you too! If you have any questions, want more information on Shakeology, or just want to vent about any issues you may be having - please feel free to contact me. I'd love to talk to you!
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| what are you drinking to get your daily nutrients? are you on board to end the trend of obesity? |
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| some happy customers enjoying and benefiting from the amazing QUALITY of ingredients in Shakeology |
-Jessica
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