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Study Results

Of the original 26 who started, eight have dropped out for various reasons, which is to be expected, but we have had another six commence at a bit later date, giving a total of 24 with another few planning to start on the diet in the next couple of weeks.

All participants have reported an increase in energy, some were quite amazed at how well and energetic they feel.  Some have experienced some detoxification resulting in flu like symptoms and mild headaches, which lasted only a few days. Also, all participants report that they do not feel hungry and are eating smaller servings of food.  The majority have given up all processed food.  The one’s who have given up all processed foods are experiencing the best results.

We requested that participants give an honest answer as to rating how much they have followed the guidelines of the study.  From 1 – 10  (10 = 100%)

We asked participants to report on : Health issues and any changes to health status, medications they are taking and any changes to medications, energy levels, any cravings appearing or disappearing, If they have given up reliance on a substance, if they are feeling in/out of control, and what they are learning from the new dietary guidelines.  We also asked participants to report on budgeting in order to gain an understanding as to what effect eating high quality fats, such as the coconut oil and good healthy, organic meat and vegetables. has on their spending pattern.  Most report that even though they may spend a little more on organic or range fed meat and organic fruit and vegetables whenever they could find them they were not doing the big shop that they used to do and were surprised that they were still within their budget.  This is great news and dispels the notion that it costs more to eat healthy.  Also on this note we have sourced out and advised the best produce at the best prices.  We have also been able to support “the man on the land” who are doing what they can to bring good quality produce direct to the consumer.

We also found that most relished the coconut oil and after a couple of decades or more of avoiding fats of all description it was such a welcome turn around.  To me it was like ‘coming home’.  I say “most”, only because a couple found it difficult at first to take the oil straight but were able to take it mixed with coconut milk or some other liquid, and they have no trouble cooking with it.

Following are reports from some of the participants.

ALAN - Age 63            

Before starting the diet: weight:              94kg

                                                Health issues:    Recurring lower back pain

Results after two months:          Weight             89kg    loss of 5 kg

                                                reduced 5cm. from waist

                                                reduced 8cm from chest

Comments: I am now free of chronic back pain and able to lift with confidence.  Before going on the diet I could only burn 350 calories per visit to the gym, now I am able to burn 950 calories per visit.  My posture is better, I have lost my ‘S’ shape.  I feel taller! Eating much smaller portions.  Spending more per item on food, but eating much less, so good for the budget.  I can walk 16klm in 2 1/2 hours.

BERNARD - Age 64

Before starting the diet weight:              102kg

Health issues     Diabetic.  Have had gall bladder removed due to pancreatitis

Results after two months           weight:              92kg    loss of 10kg.

                                                reduced 7cm from waist

                                                reduced 2cm from chest

Comments:  I have totally stopped all pills and only use insulin rarely.  I have not had my annual flu vaccination now that I understand the role coconut oil plays in preventing illness such as flu.  I have great energy levels and am pleased to have shed 10kgs.  I love the Coconut oil.

Leanne - Age 33

Before starting the diet  weight              54kg

Health issues     Very low energy levels. Wake up tired even after 8 hrs. sleep.

After one month                        weight              52kg

Comments: Definite Increase in energy levels, noticeable within 2 days of taking the coconut oil.  I am now able to stay up late at night.  I am eating more organic food and find it easy to eliminate junk food.  Can last longer between meals without experiencing rapid decrease in blood sugar levels.  General increase in overall well-being.  Improved circulation, (very noticeable this winter).

NICK - Age 26

Before starting the diet  weight:                         93kg.

Health issues:                No specific health issues.  I want to lose a bit of weight and get fit. I would also like to give up smoking which I have been trying to do unsuccessfully for some time

After two months                      weight:                          88kg                loss of 5kg.

I have only followed the diet about 60%, but I have lost 5kg. I have more energy.  In fact I have great energy levels.I have given up smoking! (over 2 months now) But I am experiencing some cravings.

KYLIE  - Age 28

Before starting the diet  weight:                          65kg

Health issues:                Severe period pain.  Some occasional headaches

After two months                      weight:                          61.5kg             Loss of 3.5kg

Feeling fitter, can exercise harder and longer.  Started swimming again. Period pain and headaches not so severe.  Recently had a cold but I was over it completely within a couple of days, with only medicating with 2 panadol.  My energy levels are incredible.  Budgeting took getting used to but much the same now that I am in a routine so am not spending any more.  I have no cravings what so ever!  I am feeling great and receiving many comments on how well I look.  My skin is looking and feeling vibrant.(I also apply coconut oil to my skin).

ANNE - Age 54

Before starting the diet  weight:                          93kg

                                                Health issues:                Nothing specific

After two months                      weight                          87kg                loss of 5kg

A great increase in energy.  I no longer need to worry about my energy levels and whether I will have enough. I no longer take ‘nanny naps’ I have noticed a marked reduction in cravings.  I have lost quite a lot around my middle and am wearing clothes I couldn’t fit into before.

JACQUIE - Age 62                                    

Before starting the diet  weight                          67kg

                                                Health issue                  Nothing specific

After two months                      weight                          65kg

I am a healthy weight so am not looking at losing weight.  I have experienced an increase in energy.  I still occasionally run out of energy, but that is probably because I am putting more into my days.  I occasionally find it difficult to buy organic fruit and veges, but I am sticking to the diet plan 95% of the time.

Testimonial from Leanne W

Dear Anne and Mark,

Thank you for introducing me to the Body Wisdom Diet Study.   I commenced the diet study in April 2006 and have noticed significant improvements in many areas of my health since. 

My most major health improvements are increased energy levels and increased feelings of overall wellness.  The increase in my physical energy levels occurred within 48 hours of the first time I had the coconut oil, which was both astonishing and pleasing.  The almost instantaneous results provided me with the motivation to continue with the diet study with enthusiasm.  

Since taking the coconut oil on a daily basis, I no longer experience the sharp blood sugar level decreases around lunch and dinner times that caused irritability, poor concentration, tiredness and the desire to seek fatty foods and/ or foods high in carbohydrates and proteins.  

I understand that the coconut oil being a medium chain fatty acid, provides energy like the carbs do, but in a much more healthy and sustained manner for our bodies to benefit from.  

I also now realise that a diet rich in carbs provides the candida bacteria in our digestive system with the "fuel" it requires to flourish.  Candida results in tiredness, lethargy, irritability and many other poor health symptoms.   My understanding is that the coconut oil with its antibacterial qualities "kills off" the candida bacteria which then allows the digestive system to function at its optimum.  

Other noticeable health benefits I have noticed over the past 4 or 5 months is an improvement in my circulation (very noticeable over this winter) and improved skin complexion. 

I highly recommend anyone at any age who wants to improve their energy levels and overall feelings of well being (mental, physical, emotional etc) to give the virgin cococut oil a go.  It is 100% natural, very affordable and provides noticeable positive results within a short amount of time.   

Best regards Leanne

Testimonial from Annette H

I have a condition known as tennis elbow which can be very painful.

What I have been doing is warming some coconut oil and saturating a cotton wool square and positioning this over my elbow.  I then put glad wrap over this to keep the coconut oil in.  I then wrap a bandage around this and leave on overnight.

After a few nights of doing this all my pain was gone. If I stop doing this, the pain returns.  But as soon as I resume putting the oil on it disappears again.

Testimonial from Peter B

I started on the diet study on 26^th. June 2006

I saw my doctor a month later and had a cholesterol reading

My cholesterol reading has always been 9.5 – 10.  This time it was 7.4

My doctor told me “that is way too high”

I told my doctor “That is bullshit, that is the best it has ever been and I am not taking any of your little pills”

I went to the doctor for an ear infection and he told me I have an irregular heart beat.  That is when he started me on medication ‘Rat poison’ and jabbing me.  That is when I started having severe health problems. I almost carked it and I was not sick until I went to him

I now feel well again with heaps more energy.  I have heaps less cravings for sweets and food in general.  Normally I would eat a whole bag of chips now I just have a couple.  I would also eat heaps of chocolate, I now just have one or two pieces

By the way, I am not so stupid to not do my own research.  I have done a lot of reading about cholesterol and the real truth about fats.  This coconut oil is great stuff!

Testimonial from Vanessa R

Happy to post a story about us if you like. Adele is 9 months old tomorrow and, yes, she has been on solids for 3 months now, and took to it very well. Her breastfeeds are now not as frequent as she takes 3 solid meals a day (she has always shown a keen interest in food!), however I can definitely say that since I have started taking the coconut oil she has seemed a happier, more settled baby. She does not seem to cry or fuss as much as she did prior to the diet. In terms of her breastfeeding, she still feeds well, and would probably have around 6 breastfeeds per day.

I now include the coconut oil in with her meals, as well as cod liver oil, and she is a very happy thriving baby. I haven't tried the raw liver as yet, (yuk!) however she also is given cooked liver once every couple of days.

Adele has always enjoyed good health (and, yes, I am touching wood right now), and has not had a single illness as yet. Every other baby in my mothers group (a group of 14 babies) have had some illness (many have had multiple illnesses) such as colds, flus and viruses. Of these, only 2 other mums are breastfeeding - and one of these just at night. She is a very healthy 10.5kg, whilst most of the other babies her age in the group are closer to 8kg and struggling to put on weight. I'm sure some of this is genetics, however I think the breastfeeding helps....

Observations of the other Mums and babies in this group have definitely illustrated the benefits of breastfeeding to me, and I also feel the coconut oil has helped Adele's immune system, as she did not catch a nasty gastro virus that everyone (mums and bubs) in my mothers group caught (myself included - but only for one day thankfully! My husband and other people had it for 2-3 days!)

As for my health, I feel much more energetic since commencing with the coconut oil, and not nearly as tired as I had been feeling all the time previously. Adele still gets up several times during the night, however I feel more able to cope with it now, and a great deal more energetic and positive than before the diet. I am also able to fit in to pre-pregnancy size 10 clothes, which I had been preparing to sell on eBay on the premise that I would never fit in to them again. Now I will keep them for a bit longer!

Thanks for your help and please do not hesitate to contact me if you require any further information.

Kind regards

Vanessa