Tertia Botha

It has been 10 weeks since I started  my weight-loss journey with Ariani Health Solutions and I have lost 8 kg.

What made this weightloss programme different, is that I never felt hungry.

What I really liked as well, is that I was able to go to restaurants with my family and choose an option from the menu. In that way I never felt deprived or that I was missing out on fun family times.

I am a chocoholic so I was really surprised that I was able to eat NO chocolates during this 10 week period. I never missed it because I could have my cappuccino every day, as well as enough healthy oils in my diet.

I did cheat a bit with a glass of champagne on my birthday and a small piece of cheesecake with my supper but it didn’t stop me from losing weight that week as well.

I think it is important to stay on track and just do the right thing every day. Don’t think about the total amount of weight you want to lose. You WILL lose weight if you stay on the eating programme. Some weeks I lost very little and one week I even went up but in the end the trend was downwards.

Thank you, Anri, for your positive attitude and support during this very fulfilling journey.  This eating programme has changed the way I think about food and I never just stuff food or snacks in my mouth anymore without actually THINKING about what I eat. 

Alta

I am a 71 year old female. I came to Dr Arien after I realised that I started to develop serious health issues.

I suffered from hypertension, high cholesterol and serious joint and muscle pains and spasms due to previous injuries. As a side effect of all the chronic medication I took, I also struggled with severe heart burn and reflux.
I also knew that the fact that I was about 10kg overweight might be part of my problem. I decided to stop taking some of the chronic medication because of all the side effects, but given my age, I was not sure that I was doing the right thing. I decided to seek professional advice with both my health and weight issues, and so I signed up for the 10 week weight loss programme with Dr Arien.
From day one she was very supportive and I gradually started to replace my chronic medication with her own holistic products. The healthy eating plan was only a pleasure to follow and I never felt hungry or had any cravings.
I lost about 7 kg during the 10 weeks, but the greatest advantage to me is that my blood pressure is back to normal, my heartburn and reflux is something of the past and the anti-inflammatory mix takes care of my muscle and joint pains.
I am so thankful that I made the decision to go on this journey. I am currently on the maintenance programme, but for me I rather see it as the way I am going to maintain my body and whole being for the rest of my life.
Thank you Dr Arien and your team for your support and the effort you take to ensure that we all can live healthier and more fulfilled lives.

My experience with the weight control clinic has been nothing short of phenomenal. I started in January of 2019 and was informed of the processes that would take place, the requirements that I had to follow and a comforting atmosphere that radiated encouragement and support. The advice, help and constant support from Ms van Rooyen has been amazing, and her willingness to offer advice about exercises and alternate food options is exceptional.

Dr Arien is likewise wonderful, as her attention to detail on the Medical front has allowed me to approach the programme with confidence and the assurance that all that could be done for my benefit was being done.

The programme has changed my life for the better, and I walk confidently to the rest of the year knowing that the staff at the Weight control clinic are there for me every step of the way.

2019:

My feedback with my experience with the weight control clinic is as follows:

1. When I started the weight control programme in January 2019 I was over weight which created certain health issues. I discovered that the programme more integrated approach in terms of health issues. The advise and guidance that I received from both Ms. van Rooyen on weekly basis in terms of diet and exercises really help me to be always conscious of what I eat on daily basis. The information receive from the booklet and weekly weigh in were very fruitful because I continued loosing weigh leading to achieve my weight goal in 5 months. 

2. The consultations with Dr. van der Merwe also played a major role in my health issues. The consultation with the doctor identified certain health challenges in advance and subsequently, those challenges were addressed by my weight loss and healthy eating which encouraged me to integrate into my life style. This means that one does not only loose weight but also leaving health, pain free.

3. Most of all the programme is educative, informative and result driven. All my health challenges are slowly reversed and solved.

4. The programme also requires one to be emotionally, physically, psychologically and financially prepared. It requires lot of discipline in order to achieve your health goals.

5. Lastly, I really enjoy this programme because it made me to have more confidence, enjoy and love myself more, prepare for my retirement and looking forward to my GOLDEN YEARS knowing that I will have a full professional and Health support during this period.

While I will still continue with the programme for maintenance purposes and otherwise, I would like to thank you very much for everything from the entire staff of the Weight Control Clinic starting from the security guys at the parking lot to the house keeping to the receptionist for their always warm greetings and chatting and the professionals Dr. Arien van der Merwe and Anri van Rooyen for your professional guidance and advice.

Regards

Wouter Willers

For work I had to go for medicals and only then I realized how severe my health actually was. I was always the big kid in school, constantly looked down on and bullied over my weight and for this reason I had a very negative attitude towards myself, and weight became the subject that were always avoided.

Today I can honestly say I am so lucky to had the opportunity to become a member of the Weight Control Clinic Program. At first I was sceptical because I have tried so many times before to lose weight and always failed. However, this time I had Anri and her team behind me, they gave me advice, knowledge and most off all constant motivation.

There is a saying that says : ‘It’s through perseverance the snail reached the ark as well’. In my case this was true. During the program time stood still for me, every day I had to persevere and remind myself why I am doing this. So I can feel good about myself, and look other people in the eye and not stand back for them.

Luckily for us this program’s main focus is to change your lifestyle and keep it that way, making it a long term goal. Going for the weekly check in always gave me a boost, there you get the feeling you matter to them, your not just another patient. Anri takes time, explains everything, listens  to you, gives advice and the best thing is that she understands if you had a rough week, and the scale tipped to the wrong side.

My perseverance paid off BIG time, I am proud to say that I lost a total of 19.8Kg in only 3 months of which 18.4 is pure fat. With a fat to weight loss ratio of 93%, I can strongly recommend that you join this excellent program as well, since it changed my life forever.

A happy and much healthier fit food lover

Christine Naude

I went to The Weight Control Clinic to help me lose weight and become healthy. From the first day, I knew that this program was not merely a diet but really a long-term lifestyle change. 

The weekly visits with Anri are always fun and informative. She gives great advice on obstacles in your way and she is always eager to help. Anri’s FitSMART Guide is easy to understand and can be done in just 15 minutes. 

For those like me, who have a busy schedule, she also creates yummy foods that can be frozen and reheated on the go. Her FitFood Ready-Made Meals are lifesavers for busy days or when life just happens. 

With Dr Arien, it is a comfort to know she is a Medical Doctor who puts her patients’ health above all else and offers great holistic medicine for any ailments you may have. Doing the Mind Solutions course with Dr Arien makes you think about your relationship with food and emotional triggers. 

At the Weight Control Clinic, they not only help you lose weight, but help you plan long term on how to keep it off as well. It’s no help losing over 20 kg (of which 17 kg is fat loss) and then just picking it up again as soon as real life happens. The Weight Control Clinic program offers guidance in all aspects of a lifestyle change. 

I am motivated to keep working hard to become the best version of myself that I can be – a woman that I am proud of and eager to meet.

Roxanne Booysen

I’ve always had a negative self-image and an unhealthy relationship with food. With Anri, I felt motivated to not only lose weight, but to push myself physically and mentally. 

With the InBody measurements to monitor progress, and educational/informative sessions, I managed to lose 22 kg in the space of a year. I’m way more aware of what I eat and what’s actually good for my body and organs. 

All I can say is thank you for building my confidence and for motivating me throughout. 

Lynette Jansen van Rensburg

During January I approached The Weight Control Clinic to assist me to achieve my goal to lose 20 kg. They provided me with advice, treatment, continuous motivation and support to enable me to achieve this goal. I followed an exciting training program and went for weekly checkups to confirm results, receive treatment and advice on a deliciously, healthy low GI eating plan.  I feel so much healthier, more energetic and most of all, I feel comfortable in my own skin again.  I am now motivated to lose an additional 10 kg to achieve my final target weight. I am looking forward to complete this journey with the Weight Control Clinic by my side. My personal final goal is to maintain a healthy lifestyle while having fun.

Karien Bezuidenhhout

‘I am 34 years old. I came to the clinic after I realised my health was going downhill fast. I was having serious mood swings daily. I was suffering from fatigue no matter how much I slept. I had acne all over my skin and this in turn was causing confidence issues. And then on top of this, there was the weight issue – weighing more than ever had – 81.4kg.

I was diagnosed with PCOS before my first child was born and I knew it was the cause of all the symptoms I was experiencing. I started the program in Aug 2016 with little faith. I was surprised at how easy the program was to follow and on top of that I suddenly learned how to cook with real food and it tasted great too! Even my boys and hubby likes the food I make.

Anri prescribed an exercise program for me that was easy for me to follow and stick to (as I don’t like exercising). I lost 9kg until December and still going strong. I plan on reaching my goal weight by next October in time for my Birthday. The fat loss has already improved the PCOS symptoms, I can actually see and feel the difference!

Thanks, Anri for helping me become a happier person, looking and feeling great!

Jaicee Bam

‘I will recommend Anri, and her awesome way of doing things, to anyone wanting to lose weight and obtain overall health. She helped me (during a very difficult time – December) lose 5.3 kg of total body weight, more importantly of which 5.1kg was fat loss.

It is very clear from that she knows exactly what she is doing and that she can help anyone reach their goal. My goal was to lose fat and no muscle and that is exactly what happened: I did’t lose any muscle mass and mostly FAT.

The awesome thing about Anri is that she is human and understands that you are human as well. She helps you to overcome your specific issues and challenges. Thank you Anri for all your effort, patience, advice and absolute passion for your work and your patients.

Louise Pretorius

I cannot say enough how the Weight Control Clinic helped, supported and motivated me in this journey, every single week. I would recommend the Weight Control Clinic to anyone who wants to live a healthier lifestyle.

For the next 6 months, I will be making sure I attend my visit once a month (this forms part of the maintenance program) to ensure that I maintain my weight loss and stick to the program most of the time. Many thanks for your support and I will gladly refer anybody to you with a happy heart.

S Kruger

Your EatSMART guide and weekly support is the only thing that works for me! I have been on multiple diets before, but your eating plan is the most effective and my gut feels amazing (after having multiple gut issues before). Thank you!

Janet Cooper

I started with Anri before I left on holiday.  To date I have lost nearly 12.8 kg. Every week I am on the program, I can’t believe how it has become such a huge part of my life.  My brain still can’t get over the fact that every week I loose even though I eat a lot of food and don’t get hungry. I have loved the personal attention and definitely think the weigh-in support are critical for my success.  

I have learned not to focus on weight but total body measurements like fat weight etc.

You have changed my world and continue to do so. The Weight Control Clinic also has a maintenance program, to ensure you don’t pick up the weight you’ve lost. I can’t ‘weight’ to go on maintenance…