Question 1

Okay, I’m interested! How do I sign up?

Accepted Answer

The first step is to schedule your complimentary intake call with me. In this call we will get to know each other a bit while I answer any questions you may have. We will determine whether this is the right program at the right time for you. If the answer is NO, no worries at all (there is zero obligation)!! If the answer is YES, we will process your payment over the phone. I will then order your lab test, and once your results are in, I will order your meal plan from MB headquarters in Germany. From there, the fun begins!

Question 2

How soon can I get started?

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From the moment you receive your lab results back (typically 1-2 days), I will upload all of your data into the Metabolic Balance portal and submit your plan request. Plans are usually returned within 2 days, at which point we will schedule your first coaching session: “Meal Plan & Phase 1 Prep.” While awaiting your plan I will also send you a welcome package in the mail. This entire process should take no more than 4 days – then you can start your Phase 1 prep right away!

Question 3

Do you only work in Denver, or can you take clients from out of state?

Accepted Answer

I am happy to work with anyone within the United States! All sessions are available on Zoom, which many local clients prefer for convenience sake as well.

Question 4

If Metabolic Balance is so great, why I have I never heard of it until now?

Accepted Answer

Metabolic Balance has been quite revered in Europe for the past 20 years. At the moment, there are only approximately 25 active MB coaches in the United States – but that is all about to change! Interest in this phenomenal program is ramping up quickly, and when Jane Durst Pulkys’ book, The Metabolic Balance Kitchen is published in December 2024 – a lot of people will be looking for a coach. It has only been a matter of time before this became a well-known phenomena in the US!

Question 5

I’ve tried ALL the diets. What makes Metabolic Balance so special?

Accepted Answer

Unlike all of the diets you’ve either heard of or tried (Low Fat/Low-Calorie, Keto, Paleo, Vegetarian/Plant-Based/WFPB, Atkins, Carnivore/Caveman, Intermittent Fasting, etc.) – Metabolic Balance is completely bespoke – meaning it is TAILOR MADE FOR YOU and nobody else. To be sure, there are other metabolic support diet plans out there - in fact, as you know, there are droves of diets that will help people lose weight in the short term. These diets, however often fail to get at the root cause of what causes an individual’s specific health issues, because they do not take into consideration the person’s unique needs. The blood test, and the team in Germany who know how to interpret blood values and provide a 100% customized meal plan, are what make this unlike anything else out there. Metabolic Balance also specifically targets VISCERAL FAT (around and below your belly button) - this is the most dangerous type of fat, as it surrounds the organs and causes metabolic dysfunction. On this diet you will see your lower belly shrink as you come back into ideal health. This is NO fad diet, in fact, it is not even a diet! It is a food-as-medicine solution to the health concerns affecting much of the general population. By reducing inflammation and balancing insulin levels, Metabolic Balance has been scientifically proven to reverse Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol/triglyceride levels, and more. No other program has anywhere near the global success rates celebrated by Metabolic Balance clients - for overall health and anti-aging benefits, as well as for weight management.

Question 6

How do I know that Metabolic Balance will work for me?

Accepted Answer

If you follow the 8 Rules and diligently adhere to Phase 2 (Strict Conversion), you are guaranteed to feel a major increase in general vitality and well-being. Weight loss is merely a side effect of a body working properly with balanced hormones and metabolism. If weight loss should come to a stall at any point, your coach will offer a number of effective solutions to get you back on track. Having a personal coach has been proven to increase your success rates exponentially. You are never alone in this! To lend even more confidence in the program it is helpful to understand that this is an award-winning, peer-reviewed, scientifically proven, doctor-promoted program with a 90% success rate worldwide. If you follow the meal plan with a sincere effort, you WILL see results.

Question 7

How long does it take to go through the program?

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While the time it takes to complete the program will depend entirely on your specific weight loss goals, in order to fully balance the metabolism and change your relationship with food permanently, it is recommended that you stay on the program for a minimum of 5 weeks. For the best outcome, it is highly recommended that you continue working with your Metabolic Balance coach at least until you complete Phase 2 (which ends when you reach your goal weight)!

Question 8

Are the foods on the meal plan hard to find, or expensive?

Accepted Answer

Nearly everything on your meal plan can be found in your local supermarket, Costco or local natural grocer. These are simple, everyday, whole foods (fresh meats, poultry and seafood, fresh cheeses, fresh vegetables and fruit, raw nuts and seeds, oats, etc.). Any specialty items offered in your meal plan are considered optional and a single purchase often lasts through the duration of your plan (for example, many specialty foods can be frozen and used a little at a time). There are a couple of products on Amazon that may also be useful (for example, my favorite additive-free seasoning blend, or a set of affordable ceramic pans for oil-free cooking) - but these are in no way required!

Question 9

Will I be hungry at all the time?

Accepted Answer

NO!!! In fact, you may even find you have more food than you want to eat at times, but when you get into the rhythm of eating this way, you learn that you are eating exactly the amount of food your body needs – no more, no less. This is in no way a starvation diet! This way of eating is totally unique in that it keeps your insulin levels from spiking which squashes hunger pangs. You will feel satisfied, balanced, and able to easily go 5 hours between meals without feeling weak or like you have low blood-sugar. You may even have to remind yourself that it’s time to eat again (really).

Question 10

I’m not much of a cook, can I still do this?

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Absolutely! This program is about going back to basics – re-training our taste buds and bodies to savor clean, simple, and whole foods. A Metabolic Balance meal can be as simple as a piece of meat surrounded by a few cut up veggies in a single pan, avocado on crackers with sliced store-bought turkey breast (yes, there are even a couple approved lunch meats!), or a bowl of yogurt with fruit in it. There will be quicker meal options mixed in with others where a recipe might be fun to try, but you do not have to use recipes if you don’t want to. However, you may find that when you reset your relationship and intention with the food you eat, cooking becomes very enjoyable! I also recommend prepping some foods for the week which makes quick meal creation a breeze. You will learn from trial and error which cooking methods you like best. And don’t worry – I am always on hand to offer tips, tricks, and recipes if and when you want them!

Question 11

What if I need to travel while I’m on the program?

Accepted Answer

Not a problem. We do recommend beginning your Phase 1 cleanse in a 2-day window where you don’t have any social obligations and can relax at home, as this is the most intense detox period of the plan. During the first 14 days of Phase 2, you will also be on quite a strict regimen which will require bringing your own food to social gatherings, so it may be best to keep your calendar a bit more open during this time. But beyond those first 16 days, travel should not be a problem. Many restaurants in the US will gladly accommodate your dietary restrictions. So long as you stay as close to the plan as possible, follow the 8 Rules, and get back on your plan when you return home, you should be in good shape. It is helpful to understand that for those going on a cruise for example, you may be more likely to maintain your weight than to lose weight until you return home and begin preparing meals at home again.

Question 12

What about exercise??

Accepted Answer

During Phase 1, rest is paramount. During the first 14 days of Phase 2, it is not recommended to begin a fitness routine. If you are already in the habit of exercising regularly, you will want to reduce the intensity so that your heart rate stays in the fat-burning range and not the carbohydrate-burning range. Burning carbs will cause you to be much hungrier on your plan! The best rule of thumb is, if you can easily carry on a conversation while exercising, you are in the fat-burning range. As soon as your breathing becomes labored, you are working too hard and burning carbs instead of fat. At 14 days and beyond, you are encouraged to introduce some exercise to your routine as doing so will speed up the weight loss process (remember - more muscle means more fat burning). This is helped greatly by an increase in your FOXA2 levels once your metabolism is balanced! FOXA2 is an activating protein that causes your muscles to want to move - making exercise far more desirable and enjoyable. FOXA2 is suppressed when insulin levels are chronically high as they are in the standard American diet. This is one of the many interesting things that sets the Metabolic Balance diet apart. Once you begin moving more, wearing a simple pedometer may be useful. A habit of 10,000 steps per day is a great starting point. This can be achieved by parking far away from your destination, taking the steps instead of the elevator, an afternoon walk, etc.

Question 13

Is there anyone this program DOESN’T work for?

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Yes, there are a few health conditions which preclude individuals from participating in the Metabolic Balance program. They are:
Pregnancy (if you become pregnant during the program, you must stop the program and continue after the pregnancy)
Kidney disease/severe renal failure
Any other health condition or disease that may be affected adversely by weight loss

Question 14

What if I need to GAIN weight, not lose weight?

Accepted Answer

You are in the right place. This program is about metabolic BALANCING, not weight loss. That means that underweight individuals will reach their optimal weight on the program. It is important to understand that if you are already underweight but believe you need to lose more weight, you may be disappointed to find that you have gained weight with Metabolic Balance. During the intake process, we will work together to ensure this is the right program to help you reach a healthy weight goal for your height and age.

Question 15

If I don’t need to gain weight OR lose weight, but just want to improve my general health/support healing from autoimmune disorder/cancer/etc., will this work for me?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Metabolic Balance will identify all nutritional deficiencies within your body, balance your hormones, hydrate your vital organs and greatly reduce inflammation – the root cause of autoimmune disorders, cancers, arthritis, and countless other health issues. This program also has a number of wonderful anti-aging benefits (and who wouldn’t benefit from those)?

Question 16

Do you work with vegans/vegetarians?

Accepted Answer

While the approved protein options become more limited, Metabolic Balance will create vegetarian plans without issue. The main challenge with a fully vegan plan is that the concentrated proteins that fit with metabolic rebalancing are limited, so you will have quite a bit of repetition with your daily protein options. But with the right recipes, this can still be an effective and enjoyable program with wonderful health benefits. For those wanting to lose the most possible weight in the shortest amount of time, it is strongly recommended to include animal proteins (with the knowledge that, once you enter Phase 3, you can begin to reduce or eliminate animal proteins and swap for clean vegan proteins). But for those who are unable to eat animal protein at all, I can create a best-case scenario vegan plan for you to help you stabilize your insulin levels and ensure you are getting the right ratio of plant-based proteins and carbohydrates in your diet.

Question 17

What results can I expect in terms of weight loss?

Accepted Answer

On average, Metabolic Balance clients tend to lose 5-20 lbs in the first 16 days, and then approximately 2 lbs per week thereafter until their optimal body weight has been achieved. For some individuals with more weight to lose, weight loss can happen faster. Those with less weight to lose typically do so in Phase 2. Adding regular exercise in after the first 16 days also speeds weight loss.

Question 18

What happens when I go back to my “normal” way of eating?

Accepted Answer

That depends entirely on what “normal” means to you! If you were regularly eating fast food, processed/prepackaged food, tons of sugar, drinking heavily – then you’ll find going back to those things a bit uncomfortable after cleansing your system and eating healthy for a few weeks. You may find yourself feeling bloated, inflamed, headachy and miserable when you overindulge again. Fortunately, this program will re-train your taste buds and totally reset your relationship with food. You may be quite surprised how unappetizing those foods are to you in the future! But if you simply preferred a bunch of otherwise healthy foods that aren’t on your meal plan, the answer is that you will be able to slowly introduce those things back in Phases 3 and 4 to see how you feel. Some will be okay, some probably will not. In short, yes, you are free to indulge on anything you want after finishing Metabolic Balance – but you may find you don’t want to!

Question 19

Do you promote an organic lifestyle?

Accepted Answer

One of the greatest side-effects of this program is that it will get you in the habit of reading your food labels. There are no fillers, starches, artificial preservatives or additives allowed on a Metabolic Balance program - and by far the easiest way to eliminate the bulk of these hidden food ingredients is to buy organic. In the big picture, this is about bringing your body into the greatest level of health you can, while you're here. This is truly the best cleanse you can do for your body - and on a cleanse, there is no place for pesticides, GMOs or irradiated foods! When you buy organic, you are simply getting the same quality of food that's on the shelves in every other developed nation but ours (US food standards are very low by comparison). Is it perfectly free of all chemical residues? No - but it will always carry a MUCH lighter chemical load for our organs to process. This is a short period of your life, and it's well worth it to try an organic lifestyle if you never have before. If you don't find yourself feeling much better overall, in Phase 4 you can find your own balance again with organic/conventional shopping. I will not harp on this with my clients, but it is certainly worth saying once!

Question 20

How will this program help me sleep better?

Accepted Answer

Chronically high insulin levels (common amongst most modern humans) lead to increased stress hormones (cortisol, adrenaline) and suppress melatonin production. High insulin levels increase fat storage, and because melatonin is fat-soluble, overweight individuals lose access to even more of their own melatonin as it becomes stored in the body fat. Once insulin levels are brought back in check, the body not only produces more melatonin, but the melatonin already stored in the fat cells begins to release. Most clients report excellent energy during the day followed by an appropriate and unavoidable tiredness when it's time to sleep. You will be awake when you should be and tired when you should be. And because cortisol and adrenaline levels also decrease with a balanced metabolism, clients find their minds racing less, and that they are able to sleep through the night without issue.

Question 21

Does this really work for anti-aging effects?

Accepted Answer

YES! The founding doctor, Dr. Funfack, presents at anti-aging conferences where he sits among the top anti-aging scientists and doctors worldwide. Metabolic Balance is highly respected as an anti-aging method using only the food we eat, which is both very unique and very impressive! This program reverses countless symptoms associated with aging - most importantly it increases collagen production, the main substance that keeps our skin, bones and tissues supple and flexible.

Question 22

Can I claim this through my benefits?

Accepted Answer

This depends entirely on your benefits plan. Some people are able to claim their Metabolic Balance plan through their Health Savings Account as it falls under nutritional counseling.

Question 23

Do you work with diabetics?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Metabolic Balance supports clients with both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. For Type 2 diabetics, this is the ideal program. For Type 1 diabetes, you will work closely with your doctor to ensure the program is right for you and if so, to provide ongoing support with your plan.

Question 24

What about alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Once you enter into Phase 3, you will be allowed a weekly "treat meal." This treat meal should still follow the 8 rules as much as reasonably possible, but there is wiggle room! With a treat meal, a glass of wine may be enjoyed. Wine, particularly red wine, has some health-promoting benefits due to its resveratrol content. In the big picture, it is best not to overindulge when it comes to alcohol, so enjoy your time in Phases 1 & 2 to connect with your body, heart, mind and soul and tap into what you and your body truly need. You will likely find that even once you are allowed, you don't want to indulge to the same level as before. By Phase 4, you will have returned to your life and will find your new balance with your alcohol consumption. Once you learn to listen to your body's signals, you will find the truth of what works best for you!

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