Six years ago on my way to work at the hospital, I experienced crushing chest pain and shortness of breath. I’m a…

In 2010, Eric O’Grey weighed over 300 pounds, had type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and took over $1,000 in medications per…

April 30th, 2012, was like any other Monday. I had just had a great weekend with my wife and toddler son. I…

We are identical twins, and were lucky to escape our teenage years mostly free from acne. We never realized how lucky we…

My name is Fiona Oakes, an ethical vegan since age six and vegetarian since age three. I am vegan by instinct—a natural expression of…

My story is different than most of the stories on this website, as weight was never a real issue for me. I…

Keera Clarke is a high school scholar-athlete who is preparing for one of the biggest decisions of her life, which is where…

In 2011, I hit rock bottom with my health. I was in an abusive relationship, and my self-esteem had steadily plummeted while…

A little over three years ago at 36 years old, I was constantly sick and very overweight. My LDL (“bad”) cholesterol level…

About 2½ years ago, when I found myself in excruciating, chronic pain, I couldn’t lie to myself any longer about my health…

As a strength coach, personal trainer, and powerlifter, I spent most of my adult life lifting weights and churning through thousands of…

Like most Midwestern Americans, I grew up on meat, comfort foods, and sugar-laden desserts. Later while serving in the Marines, my food…