1. What your symptoms were when you started: I was what you can characterize as morbidly obese at 252 pounds. I am retried military and suffered from the 40 pound weight gain that accompanies retirement (it is no myth). My blood pressure was high and I would be asked if I was on hypertension medication. I was on the fast track to Type 2 diabetes. I have been going to Freedom Chiropractic since 2010 and had seen the signs for Vive but never gave it another thought. My family had done the Advanced Nutrition Plan as part of a biggest loser promotion at Freedom Chiropractic and I lost 30 pounds. However, we fell off the wagon and the weight came back, with a vengeance. Last summer, we attended a patient appreciation event and I stepped on the Tanita scale and it told me that I was morbidly obese, my BMI was very high, my visceral fat was high (this is the fat around your organs in your midsection and is a major killer) and my metabolic age was 67 and I was 51 at the time. 2. What you've been doing: I have been following the nutrition plan and doing the exercise regime and using the IR sauna. I do this three times a week and need to be more regimented to do it at home or work to make the work out happen 6 out of 7 days a week. I am a very structured person and need to build a plan that works for me and implement it and I am sure the results will just be amplified. Wish me luck. 3. How long you've been taking these new actions: I began this journey on August 22nd of 2016 and this lifestyle change is here to stay. 4. What your results are/or how much weight you've lost: As of today, I have lost 37 pounds. I have also become sort of a celebrity after filming a 15 second spot for Vive and Dr. Kells. I have been approached by people that want to know what I am doing and now I carry business cards with me to give away to those who are interested. For positive affirmation, neither my wife nor I gained any weight during Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Years. In addition, I was recently on a business trip with a head cold and just could not work out, but by following the nutrition guidelines, I gained no weight. Talk about results and retraining your body and metabolism to work correctly, the way God designed it.. My wife and I have done wonderfully on this program (accountability partners) and at this point my wife has lost more weight than me and it just makes me try harder, since men are supposed to lose weight faster. Another byproduct of this transformation is she looks HOT!!! 5. Please describe your BIG WHY for continuing this health journey! My BIG WHY is that I want to be able to enjoy my second retirement, from my current job (DoD Civilian) and be able to appreciate being active and healthy instead of being a financial burden on my son in a nursing home. I also want to be a positive role model for my son, so that he is a healthy individual as well. Lastly, my wife and I have been married for 26 years and I want another 26 plus with her. read more

I'd like to take a moment to describe the journey that I have been on since joining the Dr. Kells program. I'm a retired military officer and for 22 years the Air Force made sure I stayed in shape. When I retired, seven years ago, I no longer had to exercise and so I stopped and not only did I continue to eat like I was working out, I started to eat more and more. After years of these habits I was the heaviest weight I had ever been at 207lbs. Worse than just this weight gain I felt bad, really bad. I was only sleeping about 6 hours per night, I couldn't go anywhere without Tums or some other acid medicine, and I couldn't walk to the car without getting out of breath. In that time my wife also gained a lot of weight as we both fell into this horrible path of self destruction. In August 2021 one night after having several bags of chips and a buffalo chicken sandwich I went to bed feeling bad and my throat felt like it was on fire. For hours I lay in bed in pain trying to sleep and the Tums did nothing to help. Before I finally fell asleep I decided with every cell in my body that I was done and it was time to pull myself together. The next morning I signed up for a Lifetime Fitness membership and I started dragging myself to the gym everyday. I didn't change my eating habits but I did start to feel better. After about a month my wife, who was also done with feeling bad, was researching weight loss programs and landed on Dr. Kells. It seemed to offer a great healthy way of taking weight off and so she joined up. She's tried many diets over the years and none of them worked, so when I saw her weight falling off I started eating the same thing she was eating and I started to lose weight as well. Finally, I went ahead and joined Dr. Kells myself and my transformation really got underway. Six months later I feel like I am back in my thirties. Now I sleep about 7.5 to 8 hrs per night and actually spend less time in bed then I used to. My cholesterol went from 195 to 140 last time I checked, I went from 40% body fat to 19% currently, I've lost about 53lbs (down to 154lbs from 207), my waist went from 38" to a 30"! To say I feel like a new person is an understatement and I am so grateful to Dr. Kells and her team for helping my wife and I find ourselves again! read more

I am a current client of Dr. Kells' Weight Loss. I would give Dr Kells' program and staff 10 stars if I could and I am no pushover. This program is so much more than a weight loss program - it is a life saver, which is why it is the only program I have ever paid to participate. This program teaches you how to eat real food (protein, veggies, fruit, & good fats at each meal) for optimal nutrition that you will love to eat, eliminate cravings, reduce toxins, improve hormones, and put your body back into a healthy balance. My goal is to drastically improve my health, with the added benefit of losing weight. I am an atypical, complicated, health challenge. After many years & efforts with other doctors & protocols, this team identified and provided corrective measures for underlying health issues so that I could finally make progress. I didn't give up and the team didn't give up on me. I am a work in-progress, assisted by an expert team who passionately wants me to succeed. So far, I have dropped several clothes sizes (almost halfway to weight goal - 32 lbs down), eliminated cravings, fatigue & joint aches, and improved body composition & blood work. My husband who is not a client, lost 30 lbs in 2.5 months eating what I cooked. We feel spoiled and could not image eating any other way. We love our new lifestyle, energy, improved health, and how good we feel. This is the best lifestyle change we have ever made! Follow the program, Keep scheduling your 40-day check-ups, and Call/Text/Make Appointment with staff when you have hit a road-block, I did and it made all the difference. Dr. Kells & staff have personally experienced many of the health challenges you are facing, that is why she founded the clinic - to help others. For many of us, there is a great need for this clinic. It is growing and improving to keep up with the many clients that want & need assistance. I am so grateful to Dr. Kells and the entire team for walking with me on this journey. I look forward to the success to come! read more

August 15th,2020 came and went, a year older, a few pounds heavier. This time it was different I found my self at a cardiac Doctors office, he wanting to rush me to the ER. For the first time my body weight and B/P were looking like twins. My heart was a racing to make changes ASAP! Going to the ER was not going to be my option. I ran towards an advertisement I had seen on TV " Dr. Kells' Weight Loss Clinic." With a skeptic eye I question everything. Fear base me was not sure where this was going to go! For I had tried everything(I told my self), being a vegetarian, I shouldn't be obese, personal trainers the list went on and on. My journey to stop my body from being in this condition appeared nothing was shaking me free of the continuation of me expanding and stretching my skin to take on a new form that made me uncomfortable each day. Knees aching while walking with panting breathing had to cease. Enough was enough! I held my nose and jumped in knowing it was sink or swim time in my life and I wanted to swim towards that Paradise island that was to become my new body form. It was lots of healthy discipline that I had to mustard up in me. I didn't stand alone in this journey, the staff was supportive, provided me with supplements catered to my individual needs. This was the jump start I needed in speaking to my metabolism. The weekly emails with recipes, telephone conference calls and the high 5's I received by staff (Carol and many more) that have been there, done that and understood what I was experiencing made me feel I am unstoppable! To date 50 lb lighter! Feeling good in my body, looking healthy and feeling healthy. Lost my twin along the way on this journey and grateful everyday for Dr. Kells weight loss clinical practice, it gave me back my life! Thanks to a program that works not as a diet but the kick start to maintaining a healthy metabolism. I can truly say I am alive and well because of this program.I took a chance to invest in me to find my paradise island. Best investment ever! read more

I love this program!!! My starting weight was 218 and I am now down to 182 pounds after 101 days, which is a total weight loss of 36 pounds! (That's about 2.5 lbs per week.) I discovered Dr. Kells' Weight Loss from a co-worker that mentioned that her husband had gone through the program and lost A LOT of weight. I was frustrated with my increasing pants-size which was super uncomfortable, my lack of energy, and my increasingly annoying digestive issues (severe acid re-flux and stomach pain after each meal). After being on this program, my energy has increased dramatically, the digestive issues have disappeared (unless I go back to old habits and eat gluten, drink dairy or alcohol) and my clothes are falling off me now; I feel amazing! I also do not crave sugar like I used to, and when I do have some (as we sometimes do out of an old habit), it feels like a "sugar hangover." I feel horrible as I have no energy and consuming sugar hurts my stomach, which tends to tell me I was doing something wrong in my 'before' life. The program is very easy to follow, and I have a binder with a checklist, recipes, and other valuable information to help keep me on track. After all, my success is ultimately up to me and I am responsible for my own success. The Dr. Kells' office staff are very friendly, knowledgeable, and supportive and are available (within reasonable hours) when I have questions or issues. They have a Facebook page with recipes and you can also connect with other people for support during and after your weight loss. They also have a weekly conference call with Wendi Francis (life coach, registered dietitian, speaker, neuro-strategist, author, and recognized nutrition therapist) for inspiration to continue your weight loss journey. I would highly recommend this program to anyone that is ready to make a permanent change in their life! read more

I felt I needed to write A review once I saw that the few negative reviews were on the top of the page and the many positive reviews were buried. If you look at any weight-loss program there are plenty of bad reviews out there. This program is amazing if you take the initiative to utilize all the resources they have. The support is literally phenomenal. Included in the program is as much contact as you need and want to utilize. At any time I can reach out through daily texting, phone calls, or asking for a consultation in addition to my regularly scheduled consultations every 40 days. The nurse that oversees the program can meet with you if there are complicating factors. Anytime additional help is needed they are definitely there. There are Recipes that are delicious and easy to prepare. Yes you have to take time to do this. And yes it requires commitment and initiative. Anything does.. They've also provided for me exercise guidelines, eating out guides, travel guides etc. Lots of encouragement from the staff as well as great content provided by dr Kells. Unlike so many other programs I have been on this program is designed for independence and sustainability. The guidelines and strategy for introducing food have helped tremendously. Dr. Kells has about 20 years experience doing nutrition and I know she has lectured nationally and internationally and trained other doctors. I have faith in the program because it works so well. I also have experienced firsthand her level of commitment to her patients. Because the cost is all inclusive of everything you need for as long as you need it, I feel this is the best value out there. I have definitely wasted way more money on multiple programs in the past And gained the weight back. read more

The staff at VIVE are so encouraging. They are really interested in you as a person and the struggles that you are going through. This isn't just a job to them but really a way to help people transform their lives. I have been on a health journey for quite a few years. About 8 years ago, I started working out at Curves 4 x a week. It really helped my self-esteem and my discipline towards exercise. I've taken nutrition courses and tried to eat "healthy". In 2012, I started working with a personal trainer. This really helped with my strength, balance and self-confidence in the gym itself. Over that time, I have lost some weight but haven't really kept it all off. Even with all of this I was just maintaining. In August 2016, my husband and I decided to try Dr. Kells' program. I especially was excited about the program because it involved healthy eating and not some fad diet plan that you couldn't live with for life. Since August, I have had a steady loss of weight (sometimes big (4-5 lbs in week) and sometimes small (.5 lbs in a week). In total so far I am down 50 lbs. To me, however, one of the most exciting parts of this plan is that I am finally transforming my body. I am not just losing pounds but I am losing pounds of fat. For the first time I am seeing significant changes in my body fat percentage. This makes this weight loss feel totally different than when I have lost weight before. My body feels really good, strong, healthy and energetic. My clothes fit better and not just because of the weight loss but because my body is more toned and muscular. I enjoy and look forward to working out. In fact, my husband and I have started going to gym to lift weights together. read more

Works very well! I lost 37 lbs in 3 months and really didn't have any major hunger pains or other problems. I started in a size 40 waist size and was looking for a size 42! But while at the store I had a real serious moment with myself and realized that I should NOT be looking for a size 42 waist, but should get my weight gain under control. I started Dr. Kells' Weight Loss program on 1 Sept 2018 and by Thanksgiving I had lost 37 pounds and was now in a size 36 waist pant and bluejeans! Fabulous! In fact, the size 36 waist pants are a bit loose and I feel great. I also have noticed that my ankles are no longer swollen and my socks no longer leave those deep depression marks on my ankles and lower legs. I have so much more energy now, have no problems bending over to tie my shoes or pick things up off the floor AND have started walking while playing 18 holes of golf (instead of riding the cart because I was always tired). Very controlled plan and you follow-up with their nutritionist PLUS you have access to them via email or text messaging whenever you have a question. Their weekly text messages for support and inspiration are superb and I really love their Tuesday Recipe emails. Very tasty and easy to prepare. The plan you go on is specific for you and your goals. I really liked the idea that I needed to eat three meals a day - which I hardly ever did before I started the program. I also learned how to limit my portion size and not overeat - which was my biggest problem. If you are thinking about a serious plan to get control of your weight and LEARN to eat better, I highly recommend Dr. Kells' Weight Loss Program. read more

I recently have been experiencing Dr. Kell's Weight Loss and Red Light Therapy services, and I have to say, I'm thoroughly impressed with the results. From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and at ease. Dr. Kell and her team take a highly personalized approach to weight loss, making sure to tailor their program to your specific goals and needs. The weight loss program isn't just about shedding pounds - it's about building sustainable habits for long-term health. Dr. Kell takes the time to educate you on nutrition, exercise, and mindset, which I really appreciated. The focus isn't on quick fixes, but on creating lasting change. Over the course of a few weeks, I noticed a steady reduction in weight, but more importantly, I felt healthier, more energized, and more confident in my body. One of the standout features of Dr. Kell's clinic is the Red Light Therapy. Initially, I was a bit skeptical, but after experiencing it, I'm a true believer. Red Light Therapy is non-invasive and pain-free, and I noticed a reduction in inflammation, improved skin tone, and even better muscle recovery after workouts. It's a relaxing experience that complements the weight loss program perfectly. The combination of personalized weight loss guidance and cutting-edge therapies like Red Light Therapy has made a world of difference for me. I'm not only seeing results, but I also feel empowered and motivated to continue my health journey. Dr. Kell is a true professional, and I highly recommend her services to anyone looking for a holistic approach to weight loss and overall well-being. Becky M read more

I've tried other programs with no success. This one is by far the most expensive but it works. You really have to commit to it for the results. I didn't think I could but I have and I feel and look so much better. I've always eaten the Fruits/Vegetables my entire life so that was the easy part. I've not been a Big Water person so that is my downfall. I've had my ups/downs like with other programs but the girls in the Office keep you motivated and going. I'm really glad this is not a Program where you have to buy their food because you fall back off the wagon because you can't afford to keep buying it. This program teaches you to eat better and think about what your putting into your body. I buy my own food. I've been one of those people who grew up having snacks/soda's/chips on a daily basis because that's just how it was. Now when I try one of those items, I really don't want them. I've saved so much on not buying junk food so now if I could just get my husband on board----haha. I am at the Maintenance Part of the Program now and so far so good. I have found some items that aren't really good for me so now I know why I was having issues before and I stay away from them. I'm almost done with my Red Light Therapy (which is very relaxing after a hard day) and even though I haven't seen results from that yet I know it's doing something because of how I feel after a session. read more

Dr. Kells' and her team; Jess and Abby have been so caring and amazing! I have tried different programs, doing things on my own, and taking every kind of "weight loss" supplement, diet, and exercise program you can imagine. I've had a lot of health problems over the years including Cancer, Thyroid Disease, organ dysfunction, reproductive diseases, digestive issues, among others. As I got older, my energy faded, my body ached, I suffered from migraines and cluster headaches, and just overall stopped feeling healthy or like myself. I've only been on this program for a month now, but I can't believe how incredible I am feeling! I've lost 15 lbs. so far, my energy levels are up, my pain and achy feelings have almost completely subsided, my headaches are almost non-existent, and the greatest part is that I rarely crave the horrible foods I was eating. The food from Dr. Kells' recipe book are amazing! My husband has been so supportive and helps me meal prep. Dr. Kells' team always answers my many questions almost right away, are an amazing support team, and help guide me on different options I have. This has already changed my life and I can and want to make this my new lifestyle! So grateful I found Dr. Kells' and her team! read more

Vive Health & Wellness will change your life. When I went to the Chocolate & Wine event with a co-worker, I felt like losing weight and getting healthy was a hopeless desire. I had tried so many dieting plans and failed. I was exercising every other day and would spend up to 2 hours at the gym, doing everything the trainers and experts told me to do. I was doing cardio, weight training and stretching. I was eating smaller portions and "healthy food choices." I was in pain and I lost 15 pounds in 6 months. That is not a lot when you are significantly obese and need to lose over 100 pounds. So I was losing hope and giving up! I decided to move ahead with the consult, I figured what do I have to lose? I'm so glad that I did! I have lost 30 pounds in 40 days! I feel great and I'm not contanstly in pain. I don't have to kill myself at the gym. Dr. Kell and her staff are amazing. They lay everything out for you in a day by day calendar. They give you recipes and above everything they encourage you. They make the dream of losing weight and getting healthy a reality at Vive. I'm so happy I took the plunge. I encourage those who feel hopeless, to have hope again and to make an appointment today! It will change your life. read more

My body has been through alot over the years with car accident, 3 surgeries, autoimmune and other health issues. Today I feel healthier than ever, tons of energy and stamina while hiking! 2018 I had no doctors visits or emergencies. I am only 15 lbs from my goal weight and I am ready to do the work and hope to get back to lifting weights again. I have lost 50 lbs and have maintained it for months now. I know that my support system is there with Dr. Kells and her team if needed. I have been given the best resources and I do review my plan to keep on training my brain to think differently about the way I eat. I love to celebrate anything with food and still do, but now I am still retraining to celebrate with healthier real food. This is my lifestyle change that I have chosen and it feels so good to be on this journey of health! I had tried so many different exercise and lose weight quick diet plans over the years only to fail. They never helped me truly think differently about healing my body like Dr. Kells team has done. This is my new life! I was ready to learn. Thank You Dr. Kells for what you have created. I am worth it to have a healthy body! read more

Dr. Kells started her Vive weight loss program after surveying the current landscape in weight loss and weight management. She put together a program which is having amazing results with her clients though most of us feel more like family! I entered the program at 220 lbs and when I followed the program closely, I lost weight about 20 lbs in just a couple of weeks but when I went off on other advice or advertisements trying to entice me into other programs I would regain the weight. Recently, I just went on a 49 day cruise and decided to follow the program closely With a few diversions, And I lost 14 pounds. I started at 200 lbs And when I got back from the trip my scale barely recognized me! I had to confirm it was me. Everyone has told me that Ilook amazing! I feel great on the healthy diet that is my new lifestyle! I know this works! You just have to keep with it and the support is amazing with a personal coach and an entire healthcare team! The important thing is to reach out for the help when you need it! They will be there! read more

Dr Kells and her team changed my life in the diet/eating world! Not only because I lost 35 lbs but because my fear of food is gone! I have struggled with the aftermath of anorexia nervosa for 40 years. At the age of 20, I starved myself and weighed 80 lbs. At 63, I would eat 10 Fritos for lunch and popcorn and Diet Coke for dinner. Sometimes I would throw in a salad or chicken instead. I weighed 165 lbs. I couldn't understand how I could not lose weight when my calorie intake was under 500 a day. Dr Kells met with me, explained to me how my body needs good nutrition and calories to function. She placed me on a healthy meal plan, with shakes and a couple of supplements. Her team, along with an amazing coach, supported me, called me, were available through texting and we met once a month. I have never eaten better and have gained a healthy relationship with food I was afraid to eat! I have a lifelong way to eat now, and I feel incredible! Give them the opportunity to help you Reach your goals! You won't regret it! read more

I've had great success with Dr. Kells and her program. I had been stuck at the same weight for about 12 years. I would try different diets, and would take off 5 lbs. or so if I was lucky, and gain the weight back as soon as I gave up (which usually didnt take long). This program really showed me where I was going wrong, and the support I received kept me on track. I've lost 46 lbs. all together, can shop for clothes without hating myself, can get dressed and leave in the morning without feeling the need to "cover up" and hide behind drapey clothing, and have much more self confidence. I went from wearing a size 12 - 14 pant to a size 4 - 6 (I still can't believe it! Every time I shop, my mind is blown!)!! If I had to do it all over again, I would. At least I can have some confidence that I won't go into my senior years with a myriad of health problems due to my weight. And the best part is the way my husband looks at me now. If you are interested, motivated and willing to do what it takes...go visit Dr. Kells and her staff!!! read more

I've been on the maintenance part of the program for a couple of months now and can again testify to the fact following the program works. Just in the last two weeks we've had a holiday, a wedding and all those celebrations, a road trip, and a convention. All terrific opportunities to go off protocol and put weight on but I didn't add any weight! In fact on my first day back home I weighed myself and I've lost .7 pounds! This is proof the program works because over time my ability to metabolize what I eat is healthier and at the same time my ability to choose what I put in my face and how much of it has improved drastically! I no longer crave sugar for instance and can pass things up. The biggest benefit to me has been my drop in my metabolic gauge which is a clear indication of my overall level of health. This is such an amazing gift to feel more vibrant and energized when people much younger than me or dragging around! Ihighly recommend this program and then stick with it because you can do it too! read more

I just want to say what a great journey. This has been for me. I've been scrolling through Facebook and at this time of year I'm always looking at all the weight loss post good and bad because I have not been good over the holidays, usually. Wish I could get back all the money I've spent over the years and programs that just did not work . I'm so proud to say that I'm down 24 pounds per Dr. Kells weight loss journey and 30 from when I first decided to go into this because of two heart attacks and being diabetic being in at a healthier weight at my age is great , One of my goals was to not be on diabetic medicines, and that has been a check off for me . I thank Dr. Kells and her wonderful staff that I can scroll right by all the other weight loss posts because I am on the best journey of my life. my weight stayed stable over the holidays that's a first for me and a great life plan , feeling great very optimistic for rest of my retrain, and the rest of my life read more

I love this plan! Dr. Kells and her staff truly care about you not just as a client but as a person. They are always there to help you & inspire you & give you the tools you need for your weight loss journey. The plan does take commitment & a lifestyle change. But if you follow the plan, realizing that you don't have to be perfect & that everybody's situation is different & everybody's results are not the same, the benefits far outweigh the disadvantages! My husband & I are doing this together. We both love cooking the recipes in the book & the tasty Tuesday recipes. Because of eating "clean" we have lost the cravings for dairy, bread & sweets. Because of Dr. Kells & her staff we have adopted this program for life. I honestly cannot see us going back to our old ways. We both are feeling so much better, and the weight loss is just an added bonus!! Thank You, Dr. Kells weight loss program for giving us our lives back! read more