We continue with wonderful feedback from the program’s very valuable participants.
P.Ş.
What was your goal when starting this program?
Even though I generally eat healthily, I’d been a bit overdoing it with carbs (gluten-free oats or buckwheat). My aim was to rein this in.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
Experiencing the feeling of fullness at main meals, being able to eat without feeling restricted, is enjoyable. I’m also happy to have shown my husband that you can feel full without bread.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
First of all, I don’t feel like having snacks anymore since the main meals keep me quite full. I also developed a regular bowel routine during this process. Weight loss and slimming down aside, a person making an effort to take good care of themselves is incredibly reassuring.
Who would you recommend this program to?
Anyone who thinks healthy eating is some sort of nonsense should come and decide for themselves by trying it.
Anything you’d like to add…
Sema Hanım’s depth of knowledge, the way she conveys it, and her confident, ownership-taking attitude are incredibly impressive. Despite this wealth of knowledge, she’s both kind and very personable (I wanted to note this especially since it’s often the opposite these days). Bless your hands, your effort, your heart — thank you so much for everything.
E.A.
What was your goal when starting this program?
To lose weight, of course, but my real goal was to gain some control over my appetite. I was tossed between stomach-scraping before meals and heaviness after meals — food was on my mind all day, like a teenage crush. I absolutely couldn’t skip the chocolate and date aisles at the supermarket; my sugar consumption was completely out of control, and of course so was my weight.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
I can control my appetite very comfortably now. I got out of the sugar spiral and now have time to think about things other than food. I slimmed down and lost 3-4 kilos. I can now skip the chocolate and date sections at the supermarket. Some psychologically-rooted eating habits of mine continue, but I’ve managed to shift them toward healthier alternatives (for example, I now spoon cocoa peanut butter instead of Nutella). Doing all this without losing my love for food is a separate kind of happiness. The initial measuring, weighing, and calculating part became a good reference point for what’s normal in terms of what and how much to eat. This ended the habit we call “bottoming out” — eating until it’s finished.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
I feel neither stomach-scraping nor heaviness. There was a visible increase in my energy levels. I now walk past a whole wall of chocolate at the supermarket without blinking and don’t even look back. Heheh, the power is mine now 🙂
Who would you recommend this program to?
Truly, to everyone. We’ve been taught this nutrition topic so wrong that many of us end up having to wage this damn war against weight for our entire lives — this front never closes. We lose this battle in the face of quitting smoking, pregnancy, or perimenopause, etc. As we eat more sugar and carbs, we get heavier and heavier, and we give up. There’s really no need for any of this. We got the eating education we never got from our parents, from Sema Hanım — we’re so happy. Thank you so much!
M.T.
What was your goal when starting this program?
My goal, as someone who had previously lost about 12 kilos eating ketogenic and then gained back 20 kilos after stopping (and quitting smoking at the same time), was to learn how to do this properly, in a balanced and sustainable way, and to regain the motivation to do it again.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
It was really good to remember how high fat satisfies my body. Even though I already knew this, fully understanding it through macros and numbers (how many grams of fat is right for my body) provided very important data.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
By the end of the program I’d lost 3 kilos. I thought this was too little, but it was actually maybe a healthy number. The first week was amazing. The same feeling didn’t continue, but I already knew it wouldn’t always be the same. On the last day of the program, unfortunately I went on vacation to Italy and I feel really bad about myself. I thought I could control myself before going, but fatigue, an intense schedule, and emotional gaps all piled up together and my whole routine got thrown off. Pizzas and ice creams flew everywhere. Still, I now know right away where to start again, and the rule “no such thing as ‘in for a penny, in for a pound’ here” rings in my mind. Tomorrow is Monday.
Who would you recommend this program to?
I recommend it to everyone who wants to learn healthy eating, to those addicted to chocolate, sugar, pastries etc. who think they can never cope with these, to those who want to understand what real taste and satisfaction mean, to those who want to re-observe their body’s relationship with food, to those who want to lose weight and/or achieve a fit body, to those who want their face to brighten and glow and burst with energy inside, to those who don’t believe (proper) hunger can actually be a good thing, and to those who want to learn to listen to their body.
Anything you’d like to add…
I love your recipes. You explain recipes that use few ingredients and are open to many different possibilities, in a very simple and practical way. The most important thing I learned in this program was macro calculations. The Q&A meetings were quite useful. I believe mentorship will be the same. Lastly, I’d like to say this: exactly to my taste, exactly the setting I wanted, exactly the level of knowledge I needed — I got it from you again. Bless your efforts, thank you so much.
A.Ö.
What was your goal when starting this program?
To lose the last 3 kilos that had stuck to me 🙂
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
As someone who had previously joined sugar-free eating and elimination programs, I can say that through the measuring and calculating in this program, I realized how many unnecessary calories I’d been loading up on and how insufficient my healthy fat consumption was. Once I balanced these, I started progressing toward my goal, and I’m incredibly happy to have started the new year having reached my goal 🙂
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
I started the program at 58.5 kg and a 71 cm waist measurement; now I’m continuing at 55 kg and 68 cm (thank goodness). My goal is to get back to my pre-second-birth weight, i.e., 54 kg and a 67 cm waist measurement, and maintain that weight.
Who would you recommend this program to?
Besides those with health issues, I’d also recommend working with Sema Hanım to those like me who have no particular problem but want to solve the “matrix” of nutrition.
N.D.
What was your goal when starting this program?
My goal when starting this program was to transition to sustainable, healthy eating.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
I gained knowledge about the nutritional values I need to consume daily. I started reading ingredient labels more consciously. I already wanted to reduce packaged foods, and I had a real awakening during the training. You got me to take action on something I already knew about but had been inert on.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
Primarily, I slimmed down in my waist area. My evening snacking urges are gone. My energy rose during the day. I struggled the first week, but from the second week onward I was able to adapt to this system easily. Even though I wasn’t positive at all in the first week and said “I won’t keep this up after 3 weeks,” right now, aside from exceptions, I’m saying “I’ll keep eating like this all the time.” I’m a man who used to carry around bowls of roasted nuts in the evenings, whose longest streak without something sweet was 24 hours, who could eat a whole cream cake by himself in one sitting. These 3 weeks truly felt like a miracle. I already trusted you before starting, but seeing the results made me incredibly happy.
Who would you recommend this program to?
I recommend it to everyone who wants a healthy diet in their life. It seems very hard without trying, yes I know, but it’s not a complicated or difficult eating style at all.
K.Ö.İ.
I would enroll in every one of your trainings but give up during the sign-up process — I finally worked up the courage and started. I always want to be an example to my children through what I eat too.
I have a long road ahead to reach my goal, but I feel very good. I’m full, I’ve never gone hungry. I also have IBS, and it did wonders for that too. Exactly as you said, I lost 5% in 1 month (about 3.5 kg), and I haven’t broken it once since the day I started. Being sustainable is wonderful. I’m also glad my kids’ eyes are on my plate. I used to have a lot of stomach problems too, but I don’t experience any of them now — my stomach is always completely flat. I recommend this program to everyone. When people start praising the change in me, I’ll mention it to my family too — I think I’ll spread this way of eating to everyone. I don’t usually like saying “I wish,” but I do find myself saying “I wish I’d listened to you the first time I got to know you.” I thought the program’s planning, the emails, and the sequencing of the recipes were very well done. It was fully understood — we went through it thoroughly and progressed by reinforcing it along the way. You’re a very positive and energetic person, I always felt your energy. Thank you so much..
S.Y.
What was your goal when starting this program?
My goal was to learn to burn fat without losing muscle.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
Until now, I thought fat burning was only possible with ketogenic eating. Turns out it’s possible to eat fat without fear on low carb too. And the program isn’t as strict as ketogenic.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
My fat percentage was 34.6% when starting the program. By the end of the program it dropped to 33.8%. I achieved this easily — never going hungry, no post-meal heaviness, no fatigue or loss of strength while exercising.
Who would you recommend this program to?
The importance of healthy eating is increasing every day. What we eat and our habits, combined with our genetic predispositions, work together to produce disease. Being active and eating consciously are important for aging healthily. I recommend this program to anyone who values themselves, who loves learning and novelty, and especially to those struggling to lose weight or with recurring health issues.
Anything you’d like to add…
I admire your dedication to research and learning. Your happiness while sharing, your warmth while conveying knowledge, really moved me. I hope your sincerity and the love you give come back to you many times over. I’m so glad I got to work with you. Thank you again for everything.
Ö.Ç.
What was your goal when starting this program?
First of all, since I knew you ate this way and were very happy with it, I’d wanted to eat DKYY-style for a long time myself. But of course, I needed to join your training to learn how to do it correctly. Also, I’d noticed lately that I’d gone a bit off track and started drowning in carbohydrate waterfalls, and I knew I could only give up this habit with your help. In short, my goal was to get back on the right path and get rid of the fat around my waist and belly. I did think, “does this happen at 63?” but my trust in you outweighed that, and why not? “Didn’t we succeed last year too?” I thought, and joined. I was sure I’d reach my goal. Just 3-5 cm, child’s play with you.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
The way you deliver the training is remarkable. What you explain, the motivation you give in the livestreams, the emails you send, the recipes that make the transition so much easier… It’s as if I’ve swallowed a pill and gained access to thousands of pieces of information, and applied them easily, so it’s very easy.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
Honestly, I struggled for the first 3-4 days. Not in applying the eating plan, but in terms of physical fatigue and energy loss. But once my body got used to it, I started experiencing incredible things. Where increasing my activity was always hard for me, always feeling lazy, I’ve started doing at least 20 minutes of active yoga every day. Being told my skin was glowing radiantly in a setting where I attended without makeup… And of course, immediately losing 3 kg, my belly, waist, and hip area already slimming by 2.5-3 cm. Beyond everything, knowing I’m eating properly increased my self-confidence. It turns out age doesn’t matter that much for the metabolism to work — apparently it can happen even at 63 if you want it to, but of course the road now continues forever, and this is just the beginning.
Who would you recommend this program to?
To everyone who says “I love myself, I’m dear to myself.” If they want to get rid of excess fat, if they want to eat healthily, they should absolutely join.
Anything you’d like to add…
Once again, wonderfully prepared. Once again, you’ve put together a fantastic program. Every penny I paid was well worth it!!!! And I love you more every day.
İ.M.
What was your goal when starting this program?
My aim when starting this program was to be able to stay away from sweets and build a healthy eating pattern heading toward menopause.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
Changes in my measurements so far: Waist area: 74 → 68.5 Belly area: 90 → 85 Hips: 97 → 94 Upper leg: 56.5 → 54
I think my stress level dropped (my smartwatch says so), my stomach bloating has almost disappeared. I sleep more deeply, and by the way I’ve started getting into bed by 11:30 PM at the latest. Before starting this program, I used to get sleepy in the afternoons sometimes after eating, but now I don’t — I feel more refreshed. I’ve also added at least 2 liters of water a day to my life 🙂 Thank you so much for your guidance!
Who would you recommend this program to?
An ideal program for those considering a lifestyle change, wanting to live healthily, and wanting to get rid of sweet cravings.
Anything you’d like to add…
Your livestreams are very enjoyable 🙂
S.D.T.
What was your goal when starting this program?
I’d gained a total of 4 kilos over the past 2 years and could never lose it. Thanks to you, I was able to lose 2.5 kilos of it in 3 weeks. Most importantly, with the program you had me do, my hunger attacks ended.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
As I mentioned, I lost 2.5 kilos and achieved a 4 cm slimming at the waist.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
Physically, I slimmed down and my eating attacks ended — I was able to stop eating out of fear of going hungry. Most importantly, I saw how not spiking blood sugar also blunts the urge to eat.
Who would you recommend this program to?
I recommend this program to those who can’t lose stubborn weight and those who can’t stop themselves from having snacks between meals.
F.O.
What was your goal when starting this program?
I entered aiming to finally burn fat, something I’d never managed before, and to slim down my waist area.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
Healthy eating, the macro amounts I needed, portion adjustments — as a result my waist slimmed 7 cm, my belly 8 cm, and my hips 2 cm. As someone with a very slow metabolic rate, these centimeters made me very happy. My stomach is comfortable, my dermatitis decreased tremendously, and my headaches disappeared.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
A more energetic, less easily tired, happier ME.
Who would you recommend this program to?
I’ve recommended it to all my friends whom I noticed were eating unconsciously, and I’ll keep recommending it.
Anything you’d like to add…
First of all, I want to thank you for devoting your life to this path — for me, for myself, and for everyone who needs it. I’ll keep following you with excitement. With love.
E.A.
What was your goal when starting this program?
I’d also joined your “3’lü Eliminasyon” and detox programs and experienced a truly miraculous change. I joined to keep this momentum going (because you motivate me incredibly), to slim down a bit more, and to further regulate my relationship with food.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
First of all, my perceptions about food and nutrition changed a lot. Because of my lifestyle, getting results in these programs takes longer for me. In the “3’lü Eliminasyon” too, I didn’t stop right away and continued for about 6 months, losing 10 kilos and slimming 10 cm. I still consume gluten and sugar in very, very trace amounts, and I plan to keep this up for life. In this program I’ve only slimmed 2 cm so far. But I know I’ll get better results if I continue. Since I work nights (I own a bar), my body works in reverse compared to people who live during the day. That’s why I think I get results over a longer period.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
Above all, in every program I join with you, I become more full of life, energetic, and joyful. The thought of doing something good for myself makes me a happier woman. This reflects onto the people around me, my family, and my employees. Physically, as I said, I haven’t slimmed down that much yet. But I clearly notice that my stomach and intestinal system are working wonderfully and my complaints have visibly decreased.
Who would you recommend this program to?
I actually did it together with my mother. She had a few slip-ups, but saying “better than nothing at all,” I always had her eat the same way I did. Because she has hypertension and Type 2 diabetes. I’m sure if she were more disciplined she’d get better results. But I also don’t want to wear her out by keeping her under pressure. I try to be an example to her as much as possible.
Anything you’d like to add…
I’d shared this with you before. I had an unexplained condition. My right eye had swollen up like a huge balloon. Everyone initially said it was related to my thyroid, but despite dozens of tests done at 3 separate hospitals, they found my thyroid was perfect. It turned out there was actually nothing wrong with me anywhere, that I was quite healthy. Still, I was hospitalized for 2 weeks and had to take a huge amount of cortisone (1 gram IV every day for a week, and orally for 6 months), which threw my balance completely off. Everything on me swelled up, I gained 15 kilos, and my hair fell out terribly.
Until I met you… We met through the “3’lü Eliminasyon,” and I follow your programs as much as I can. My eye isn’t that swollen anymore, in fact it looks almost normal. Thanks to what I’ve learned from you, I now know that everything I put into my body has significant effects on it. I learned to eat less, in a controlled way, and well. I call this eating beautifully 🙂 You and what you teach do so much good for both my soul and my body… I’m so glad I met you. Thank you so much for everything 🙂
S.K.
First of all, I should note that I learned a lot on this 3-week journey. What I’d learned piecemeal from various sources about nutrition has now come together into a meaningful whole. When starting, I wanted to get rid of my carbohydrate addiction and, of course, lose weight. I’m 69 years old and have Hashimoto’s. I have insulin resistance. I lose weight with great difficulty. I started at 91.4 kg and dropped to 88 kg. In centimeters, I slimmed in my chest area and legs. But I feel as light as if I’d lost 10 kilos. I’m experiencing a feeling of purification. Thank you for everything.
M.B.K.
What was your goal when starting this program?
I wanted to try an eating method I’d never tried before. Sometimes even when eating healthy, I’d go overboard on carbs and then feel regret. Preventing this was my first goal.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
I saw that it’s possible to live with fewer carbs.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
Physically, I lost 3 cm from my waist, 6 cm from my belly, and 3 kg total. These are all wonderful results for me because I’m someone who loses weight very slowly. I achieved this without ever going hungry, with pleasure. What more could I want.
Who would you recommend this program to?
Carb lovers like me should definitely join, because you comfortably free yourself from that infatuation.
Anything you’d like to add…
I love you so much, your kindness has always touched my health and body. I’m so glad I got to know you.
G.K.
What was your goal when starting this program?
I started the program with the desire to get my eating pattern, which had recently gone a bit off track, back in order. I’ve followed you for a long time and joined your “3’lü Eliminasyon” program last year. I got acquainted with Type 2 diabetes 11 years ago, when my son was diagnosed at age 19. It took a while to understand that carbohydrate intolerance is at the core of this disease — it took my son a bit longer to understand it too 🙂 But eventually it happened! Even though I’ve always kept some distance from carbs, I was a bit indecisive about applying this program. Now, though, I’m so glad!
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
I’m observing and feeling my stubborn belly and waist-area fat melting away steadily.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
My energy level and concentration increased. I don’t struggle when starting a task, and I don’t procrastinate the way I’m inclined to. My menopausal hot flashes lightened. I feel sleepy earlier now, but I’m not yet where I want to be on this front.
Who would you recommend this program to?
Nutrition is part of all our lives — I recommend it to everyone because we’re equipped with knowledge we’ll benefit from for a lifetime.
Anything you’d like to add…
Thank you so much for everything. You’re doing work you’ve put your heart and soul into.
H.A.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
Being part of a program, supported by information and motivation emails, sample menus, and recipes, felt good. The eating style I feared most was “intermittent fasting.” I knew this was a very effective way to avoid experiencing insulin resistance and fluctuations. Because especially in the evenings, my hands and mouth were never still. I’m a total fruit lover. I’d previously tried intermittent fasting and either got too bored or too hungry to keep doing it. I was following you on social media. Your dedication, discipline, love, and work on healthy eating and healthy living, and your sharing of these, gave me confidence. When I heard you’d open a group, I signed up without hesitation. I managed to do this intermittent-eating thing for the first time 🙂 This happened as a result of your proper guidance. In fact, I think as early as day 2 or 3, I noticed I wasn’t hungry.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
Physically, my weight decreased by about 3-3.5 kilos. In my body areas, though not the same everywhere, I slimmed down between 4 and 7 cm. Once I cut out sugary eating, my energy increased noticeably and I feel more refreshed. I became hardworking again, constantly washing vegetables and herbs 🙂 Since I’m someone who does regular yoga, meditation, and breathwork, my behavior may not have changed all that much, but since my energy rose, I think my inclination toward exercise increased a bit more. I’m sure as I continue and the weight comes off my body, I’ll feel much more energetic. But I feel the satisfaction and happiness of being able to control my eating, of succeeding.
Who would you recommend this program to?
I tell everyone about it 🙂 I especially recommend it to people dealing with conditions like diabetes, insulin resistance, or fatty organ conditions, to those who want to gain discipline about how much and how to eat daily, and to everyone who wants to live healthily.
Anything you’d like to add…
It was a very well-structured program. It gave me a lot of knowledge and motivation. Bless your effort, thank you for everything Sema Hanım.
T.G.B.
What was your goal when starting this program?
To extend healthy, sugar-free eating sustainably for the rest of my life. Of course, to slim down and lose weight too. To learn new information about healthy eating.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
Starting with the daily good-morning emails and motivation, all the wonderful documents and recipes you prepared. I tried the almond-flour pizza today, it was wonderful. I ate a clean, delicious pizza, and my son ate it too and loved it. Thanks again for the recipes. Your informational and Q&A livestreams, explaining everything in detail and so sweetly. Answering every question of ours again and again, tirelessly, without ever getting fed up. Also, responding to the emails I sent you in detail, giving extra information and guidance. I took all of it into account, of course.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
One of the biggest contributions of this program for me is that while drinking 7-10 cups of coffee a day, I brought my coffee amount down to 2 a day. Yayyy. With this eating plan, my body’s appearance has essentially changed, gotten toned. Everywhere I put my hand feels slimmer now. I’m very happy. My nighttime bloating is gone, my body has essentially gotten lighter. This lightness feels really good. I want to keep going like this and reach the healthy life and appearance I want.
I ate a lot at my meals and never went hungry. I didn’t fall into sweet cravings and had a really lovely process. I’m determined to keep going this way. If I can sustain healthy eating for the rest of my life, I’ll definitely write to you again and let you know. I learned a lot of new information. I learned to read ingredient labels and examine things in more detail. Even if just half an hour, daily movement and walking became part of my life. Let me also share my incredible 3-week change chart with you numerically:
Measurements (cm) — Start of Program → End of Program → Difference Chest: 106 → 101 → 5 Waist: 89 → 86 → 3 Upper belly: 101 → 96 → 5 Hips: 116 → 109 → 7 Legs: 70 → 66 → 4 Arm: 32 → 30.5 → 1.5
Who would you recommend this program to?
Everyone should learn this information, and the eating habits of our era need to change. This change is necessary even for the sake of a healthier, livable world for our children.
Anything you’d like to add…
Thank you so, so much. Thank you for your sweetness, your sincerity, the valuable knowledge you gave, and for reaching us with a program like this. May your path be clear and bright.
D.T.
What was your goal when starting this program?
My goal was to get my mind, which had become quite muddled about nutrition in recent years due to social media, back in order, and I knew you were the person I could trust most on this topic.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
By joining the program, I reached my goal above 100%! My mind, my thoughts, my knowledge became clear!
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
I’ve started being able to make peace with what I eat and do again. Because, as I mentioned, my mind had gotten very muddled due to information pollution on social media, and thanks to you I’m trying to return to my old self.
Who would you recommend this program to?
I recommend your beautiful mind and heart to everyone who wants real, honest, sincere information.
Anything you’d like to add…
Your sincerity and the good intention you show while sharing your knowledge, your approach — whatever you do, it draws me in 🙂 Lots of love.
G.Ç.
Dear Sema Hanım, I’m truly so happy to have crossed paths with you. Thanks to you I’ve gained wonderful knowledge. Last year I joined your “3’lü Eliminasyon” program, and after cutting out flour-based foods, I felt my digestive system relax incredibly. I joined this program too to take healthy eating a step further, of course with weight loss and quite a bit of slimming as a bonus alongside it. As for the changes in me, I used to wake up hungry in the mornings and start preparing breakfast right away. Now I can go two hours without eating anything at all. At a gathering with friends, when a plate is passed around, I can take one bite and put it down. I’m someone with a big appetite who loves the kitchen, and I can control it now — thank you. I also recommend this program to everyone who wants to improve themselves on the topic of nutrition. By the way, I looked through your books and there are wonderful recipes. Bless your hands and effort for all of it.
A.N.
I think the process was very fun. I’m an engineer, and I liked that there were numbers and calculations involved. One of my favorite things about this program is that there’s no fixed list, and it’s very open to creativity. Since I also love cooking, I actually found a lot of alternatives. My waist went down 5 cm, my hips 4 cm… Another thing I loved is that it’s sustainable and timeless. Even if things go off track sometimes, you can always come back to this logic again and again — for instance, I don’t think I’d consider going to another specialist after this. Also, it’s not like a diet but more like a lifestyle — I’m still continuing this way of eating. Especially rather than weight, it has a big effect on my bloating. My stomach normally bloats up immediately, and this reduced that considerably. In the end, I’m very happy to have joined this program and learned to fish. Thank you so much.
B.G.
What was your goal when starting this program?
Honestly, it was to lose 1-2 kg in a short time. And the result, as of today, is 4 kg and 3 cm off some areas, 2 cm off others — all without being able to exercise.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
I was always full; my urge to eat something late in the evening zeroed out. My hunger and need to eat, my sweet craving, disappeared.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
I no longer attack whatever is in front of me. I wake up more refreshed and fit. The hunger monster disappeared, and I don’t crave sweets.
Who would you recommend this program to?
Actually to everyone (I also tell everyone to follow you and apply what you teach), but especially to everyone struggling with the yo-yo effect while trying to lose weight.
Anything you’d like to add…
You do this arduous work with a lot of effort and very professionally. That it comes from your heart is always visible in your eyes too. While working together, we feel this and your support 100%. Thank you so much.
L.S.D.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
The program was galloping toward the goal. I don’t know how, but I never got hungry and I was slimming down so gently. More accurately, I was shrinking little by little, and it was literally carrying me along.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
I took my waist measurement this morning. Since the first week, my waist has slimmed by 8 cm — it was 80 cm, now it’s 72 cm. My feeling of hunger has almost disappeared. I feel very safe and tell myself, “no problem, you’ll be more than full when the time comes.” So far I haven’t craved anything sweet yet, and despite being on my period during week 2, I haven’t tried any of your dessert recipes yet. MOST IMPORTANTLY, I’d gone to the doctor and she’d ordered bloodwork. She looked at my results and said, “I think you’re paying attention to what you eat, your inflammation markers are very low.” I said proudly, “yes, I’m eating low-carb and sugar-free.” The doctor said, “it shows,” and this genuinely made me very happy. Thank you soooo much. I’m so glad our paths crossed.
Who would you recommend this program to?
I think every person should apply this program. It’s not just for individuals with problems — it’s a program that should be applied so that everything can proceed in perfect balance. In fact, I don’t think this is a program — it’s a choice, a way of life. I think this is the lifestyle and eating model closest to ideal.
Anything you’d like to add…
First of all, I thank you from the heart for your temperament, your approach, your humility. After every mistake, every slip-up, saying calmly and kindly, “this is normal, I’ve been there too,” and advising us to turn back at the nearest junction, is so beautiful, so tangible, and so sincere. I know that now, whatever happens, I have a route, and I can always find my way to the right point on that route. This confidence means a lot to me. No rush, no hurry, calm and solid steps are right beside me, and I can take these steps whenever I want. What more could I ask for…
A.A.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
Oh boy, I don’t know where to start… My stubborn, deeply entrenched hip fat has started melting like sun-touched snow 🙂 Losing weight wasn’t my goal, but I lost 2 kilos, and my slimmed hips look pretty good in the mirror, I admit. Where I used to fast intermittently for only 12-13 hours before, now I can fast for 16 hours without any struggle at all. I could go further, but your words are always in my ear. When there are no cravings, no hand-and-foot trembling from hunger, daily life feels so much easier and more enjoyable. It turns out fats keep you full — I understood that better now. Let’s eat without fear, but knowing our limits 🙂
Who would you recommend this program to?
Well, just like you say, “come, whoever you are, everyone come.” Investing in yourself, in your mental and physical health, is wonderful, it feels good. Like they say on airplanes, “put your own mask on first.” Let’s put it on, take in the oxygen, the rest will follow anyway.
Anything you’d like to add…
I enjoyed it so much. The 3 weeks I thought would never pass flew right by, and took the fat with it, hahaha. Even though I’m used to elimination, the first 3 days were hard — low energy, headaches. But you guided us so well in the first livestream and the first Q&A, and afterward I had no complaints at all. Bless your effort — I’m so happy to have finished another successful program with you.
R.Y.O.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
I feel more fit. I’ve started incorporating movement into my life. This eating style put an end to all my uncontrolled appetite and sweet cravings. I’m currently still following the first 2 weeks’ plan and I’m very happy.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
I lost 3 kg and my waist decreased by 4 cm. Also, I feel more self-confident and I’ve learned how proper eating can be made sustainable.
Who would you recommend this program to?
Actually to everyone 🙂 I especially recommend it to those with insulin resistance and waist-area thickness, Type 2 diabetics, those with stomach and intestinal problems, and those who want to learn healthy eating.
Anything you’d like to add…
I joined very willingly, but I never expected the result to be this successful and that it would support me on the path to sustaining it. Thank you so, so much.
B.E.
What was your goal when starting this program?
My goal starting the program was to get rid of the fat around my belly area. Not for weight loss, but to get rid of this unhealthy fat accumulation in the middle of my 40s.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
8 cm came off my belly area, my legs slimmed down. But the program took me far beyond my goals. It still will, because I haven’t even moved on to additions yet.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
My clothes fit more comfortably, my nighttime sleep is better (I have chronic insomnia and am under a doctor’s supervision for it). I feel more fit in my movements. My usual increased sweet cravings around my period never happened. In fact, even adding cinnamon to unsweetened almond milk (made with almonds and water) started tasting sweet to me. My migraines decreased.
Anything you’d like to add…
I’d previously done “Eliminasyondayım, Farkındayım” and “3’lü Eliminasyon” with you. I eat packaged food once in a blue moon now. I do Pilates or yoga 3-4 days a week. I’m a university professor, and I learned a lot from this program and saw very noticeable physical and behavioral changes in myself. If anyone’s hesitating, they shouldn’t be 🙂
E.A.
What was your goal when starting this program?
My goal was to get rid of my belly fat, be able to say stop to my sweet tooth, and gain useful knowledge about healthy eating.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
The program was wonderfully planned, it flowed by like water 🙂 With your endless energy, smiling face, and motivational emails, it went much easier than I expected. I saw that it’s possible to live without sugar and pastries 🙂
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
5 cm came off my belly 🙂 I lost 3 kilos.
Anything you’d like to add…
First of all, thank you so much for sharing this wonderful program with us, for your lovely energy. This was my 2nd program with you after “NOOG,” and once again I’m very satisfied 🙂
N.E.
What was your goal when starting this program?
We now know how harmful belly-area fat is for health. Your programs have never let me down. I wanted to get to know this program too and do something good for myself again. By the end of 3 weeks, nearly 5 cm came off my belly area. I’m just short of 60 [kg] 🙂
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
The daily emails were very motivating. Also, our dear Sema was always with us, with information one day a week and Q&A the other. From day one, we learned how to build our own menus. Sema Hanım educated us wonderfully with her fresh-from-the-oven information.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
I saw, thanks to this program, how little fat I was using and how I was actually eating less than I should. With the right choices, I couldn’t believe how my body burned fat while eating more than I always had.
Who would you recommend this program to?
I actually recommend it to everyone. Anyone who wants to do good for their body even within a 3-week span can apply this. Setting out on this journey without any struggle, without going hungry, and especially with Sema Hanım, will be a unique experience too.
D.Y.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
Since the program was a health program prepared so beautifully, down to the finest detail, and in a very understandable way, I learned exactly what to do moment by moment through the lessons. My primary goal wasn’t losing weight — I was more interested in the health side of the program. But as I applied it, I saw it had a positive effect on my lipedema, which had been bothering me, and was very helpful for my leg pain, swelling, and edema. It surprised me that my ankles no longer swelled even after standing a lot during the day. By the end of 3 weeks, I understood that I now have a goal: healing this condition. Sema Hanım once again didn’t disappoint, as always.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
I have lipedema, varicose veins, and venous insufficiency issues, and these three are generally interconnected conditions anyway. Even though there are many lipedema patients, unfortunately there aren’t many who know how to diagnose and treat it. Recently, thanks to social media’s influence, awareness has increased. When I completed the first 3 weeks of this eating program I’m applying, I saw that with this eating style and Sema Hanım’s other recommendations, I could overcome this condition. So this path is one that works for this condition.
My trust in Sema Hanım is endless. Wherever she is, I’m there 🙂
N.T.
What was your goal when starting this program?
To rediscover my old body contours, to melt away and slim down what’s left over from pregnancy 🙂
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
The lovely emails expected each morning, the recipes and abundant information in the attachments made this process easier with each passing day. It’s as if there’s a marathon race, and it creates this excitement that we’ll all win together. As if you’re right beside us at all times. And of course, progressing slowly and calmly, learning along the way, is wonderful with you.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
My stomach, which looked like I was carrying a 5-month-old baby, disappeared by day 5. For the first time in many years, I touched my hip bones. The visible slimming across my whole body excites me even more. Blood sugar not spiking around like crazy anymore, and sweet cravings ending — it’s all like a miracle. More than 10 cm of slimming, -3.5 kg. No sugar craving, ravenous hunger and dizziness gone. In fact, because of eating properly (sugar-free, low-carb), I don’t even want cigarettes anymore, and I quit. I’m happiest about this one. Everyone needs to do DKYY with you at least once in life. Your recipes are flying around the house 🙂 I wish the same for everyone.
Who would you recommend this program to?
I think anyone carrying years’ worth of fat should do a program like this. I recommend it to everyone who wants certain gut complaints to end, to eat in proper portions, not crave things, and to multiply their energy. Also, this program makes really beautiful corrections in the body.
Anything you’d like to add…
Nobody can do this program better than you.
F.K.A.
What was your goal when starting this program?
I’d previously joined “3’lü Eliminasyon.” I couldn’t get enough of Sema Hanım’s communication, knowledge, and energy. I joined both to get rid of my belly fat and to get support from Sema Hanım’s knowledge again.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
A wonderful program — you can never get enough of listening to Sema Hanım. My waist slimmed. My reactive hypoglycemia attacks disappeared.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
My daytime drowsiness ended, I became more energetic. My headaches decreased a lot.
Who would you recommend this program to?
I recommend it to those with conditions like reactive hypoglycemia, insulin resistance, migraines, and edema formation in the body, and to those who want to learn a system and knowledge they can use for the rest of their lives.
F.Y.
What was your goal when starting this program?
I’d gotten really tired of constantly feeling hungry and couldn’t stop gaining weight.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
I understood and applied the logic of DKYY eating. My hunger and the restlessness that came with hunger ended. Since I’m entering menopause, I’m slimming more slowly, but I have the motivation to keep going without deviating until I reach my goal. Sema Hanım was very encouraging.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
I get hungry later, and the nature of my hunger changed. I gave up my habit of constant snacking and eating as I go.
Who would you recommend this program to?
To everyone who wants to develop healthy eating habits.
Anything you’d like to add…
I’d previously joined Sema Hanım’s elimination program too. I’ve followed her since 2018. Just following her Instagram account, I changed my entire eating habit. I read both of her books. Later, when I lost my way, I wanted to take training from Sema Hanım again. Thank you for sharing your knowledge so freely — I love her very much. I also practice and teach yoga and mindfulness myself. Sema is my friend 🙂 That’s how I feel.
Ş.K.
What was your goal when starting this program?
My aim was to learn the eating style I’d always heard and read about but never dared try alone. Meanwhile, if I also lost weight and slimmed down, that would be like putting a gold bracelet on my arm 🙂
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
It was definitely a very guiding experience for me. I proved to myself how easily I could say “no” to sweets or other flour-based foods, without any stress, once I ate properly.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
By the end of 3 weeks I lightened by 4.3 kilos. I slimmed 6 cm from my lower belly and 3 cm from my waist. Today I ran into a friend I hadn’t seen in 10 days, and the expression on her face was indescribable, you had to see it 🙂 All she could say was “what happened in 10 days?” 🙂 Over these 3 weeks, I realized I no longer program my time outdoors around eating. My stomach gets so full that I noticed I don’t want to add anything to my outings besides drinking coffee.
Who would you recommend this program to?
To everyone who constantly tries to eat healthy but usually fails and gets angry at themselves, who feels more regret than pleasure while eating sugary, flour-based things…
Anything you’d like to add…
Thank you, dear Sema teacher, for showing me the way to unlock whatever food I want and eat freely, instead of being shackled in an endless food chain.
A.A.
What was your goal when starting this program?
Besides losing weight, to feel fit, energetic, and happy. Since I know my journey is long, I needed a sustainable method. Even though I had some knowledge, I was aware I was doing some things wrong. I came to learn the right way 🙂
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
Moving as a group rather than alone felt good. Also, the gradual transition made it a more understandable and doable diet. Since there’s no fixed diet plan and a method is taught instead of a diet list, being able to comfortably find alternatives instead of giving up when you’re rushed, out, or at an invitation — I think this is the most important thing for consistency.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
In the first 3 weeks about 3.5 kg came off. I’m decreasing in cm too. It’s starting to be noticeable from the outside now. But beyond slimming down, most importantly, I never get hungry. For 20 years there wasn’t a specialist I hadn’t gone to for hypoglycemia, thyroid, and insulin intolerance (I gave up on this in the last 6-7 years). What I was told: “You should eat small amounts 6-7 times a day,” “Every meal should include at least a little whole grain bread,” “You can’t go hungry” etc. Right now, eating this way, I can see how often I used to get hungry and how much I was actually wearing my body out. Now I feel better and I don’t get hungry.
Who would you recommend this program to?
Besides people with weight or health problems, I recommend this program to everyone who wants to age healthily.
A.M.
What was your goal when starting this program?
My primary goal when starting the program was to follow a conscious healthy-eating program, of course to lose weight and slim down, but most importantly, to overcome my extreme fear of gluten-free eating.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
The most important thing I understood was that people don’t die without grains. I’d actually constructed everything in my head, oblivious to my actual body. Once I actually listened to my body, I understood I really was full, and that I didn’t need bread, cake, pastries, or buns at all. I used to want a dessert after every dinner normally, don’t even ask. But by the end of this 3-week process, I no longer had that craving. I’d tried gluten-free eating before, but back then I’d literally cry “breeead!” With what you taught, it never even crossed my mind. You’re a very good guide on this topic — turns out all my worries were unfounded.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
By the end of the program I slimmed 7 cm and lost 6 kilos. Beyond that, my nighttime sleep quality increased. Now I lie down and wake up just once. Nighttime awakenings disappeared. I wake up more refreshed in the morning and, of course, without edema 🙂 I used to wake up with my hands and face all puffy. I used to go to work without breakfast in the morning, and by the time I got home I’d be confused about what to eat, as if my eyes rolled back in my head. Now even if I don’t eat for hours, there’s no trace of that state. I used to have pain from inactivity, but now goodbye to that too. What else can I say — this program is wonderful.
Who would you recommend this program to?
I recommend this program to everyone who wants to do something nice for themselves, to pamper themselves. You don’t necessarily need to be sick to join this program. For healthy aging, quality aging, and most importantly not becoming a burden to others as we age, I think everyone should join. Your companionship on this journey makes everything bearable and easier 🙂
Anything you’d like to add…
I want to share an incident with my husband: My husband eats lunch at work. When he came home in the evening, he said “I’m so hungry” and ran straight to the fridge. I bragged, saying “Ayyy, that’s because you eat mostly carb-heavy, you know, right?” Thanks to you, I’ve forgotten what it feels like to get hungry during the day. Can’t help but show off a little! 🙂
M.Ö.
I’ve been following you for quite a few years and joined your “Şekeri Bırakıyorum” [Quitting Sugar] training in spring 2019. Even though I couldn’t apply it right away, I started sugar-free, gluten-free, low-carb eating that July. My weight was very high (135 kg), and due to lipedema I had severe edema throughout my body. This caused serious pain and greatly restricted my mobility. Applying what I learned from you, I lost 46 kg by summer 2021 🙂 During this process, my life changed a lot along with my body. I went through a divorce and had to build a new life. Then the pandemic hit. But despite all this, my focus was always on myself, and I moved forward with determination. In September 2021, I started working to be able to stand on my own two feet. Since 2009, when I came to Istanbul from Germany where I was born and raised, I hadn’t worked a long-term job. My days used to pass with lots of movement, and suddenly they turned into 10-hour work-from-home shifts. What’s more, it was shift-based and irregular. Of course my expectations of myself were high and I had to succeed, and I loaded quite a bit of stress onto myself. Then I got promoted quickly — bam, even more stress. During this process I sneakily regained 20-25 kilos of what I’d lost. And the unhappiness of that added on top. Even though I occasionally tried to get back on track and reincorporate movement into my life, I couldn’t get the old efficiency, and this led me into the fallacy of “whatever I do, it just doesn’t work.” At that point I said, “let me go back to the beginning. Let me walk the paths that led me to success again.” And in December I joined the “3’lü Eliminasyon” program. It was a great reminder and cleanse. My hunger feeling got back in order. My sleep quality increased. Even though it didn’t have a big effect on weight loss, I was on a better path.
Then I saw the announcement for the “6 Santimetre” program and signed up in February. The awareness that eliminated my thought of “I’m doing it, I’m doing it, but it’s not working” really came there. Once I did the calculations and calculated my daily intake, I realized how high-carb I was actually still eating (thinking it was fine since it’s gluten-free — plenty of legumes, oats, etc.) and that I wasn’t consuming enough protein and fat. I applied the 3-week process to the letter. My waist slimmed 7 cm, my lower belly 6 cm 🙂 And this was during a period when, unfortunately, my work intensity and stress were quite high. The first week coincided with my PMS, and normally, so to speak, I’d be “digging around” [craving things] like crazy, but I stayed full for hours and snacking didn’t even cross my mind. What a wonderful thing this liberation from food and lack of craving is. It even raises a person’s self-respect. My PMS process and period went by easier and more pain-free than they had in years. By the way, at my highest weight I had polycystic ovaries. It doesn’t show up anymore in recent checkups. Let this footnote go out to those who say “how much difference can nutrition really make” 😉
To sum up, sometimes we forget to do the things that were good for us, and our settings can drift off. Looking back and asking myself “what was good for me? How do I get back to those settings?” felt really good. And of course, adding new information from the new program on top and applying it step by step. All your programs being structured this way is very valuable in terms of applying and adapting to life. I’m again applying everything from scratch according to my new life routine and work hours, but this time of course by correctly setting my priorities, step by step.
I offer you my endless gratitude 🙂 I’m so glad I got to know you 🙂 I learn so much from you, and your stance and energy are inspiring. I hope what I’ve written inspires others too. Life is sometimes hard and sometimes even harder, but once priorities are set right and we focus, achieving everything becomes so much easier 🙂 I love you. Take care.
T.T.
What was your goal when starting this program?
My priority was to lower the insulin resistance that had developed due to my weight gain.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
I haven’t had HbA1C tested, but not getting sleepy after meals shows I’m on the right track.
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
My belly area visibly slimmed down. My hands don’t swell like before. I don’t have hunger crises. Emotionally I’m more stable. When I got upset, I used to eat to the point where I’d think I had an emotional eating disorder, especially sweets. This is no longer the case.
Who would you recommend this program to?
To everyone who says “I want to eat and live healthily.” Even though I’m not someone who gets along well with diets, I changed my eating without any struggle, and not just for three weeks — I’m still continuing.
Anything you’d like to add…
Honestly, I never thought I could apply this program, never believed it. But the process and the result were surprisingly easy. It’s easy because you didn’t do this with a “we’re going to war” attitude — you normalized it and prepared us. And I’d love to join future meetups too.
Z.E.A.
What surprised me most in DKYY was being able to eat fatty foods and lose weight while eating more. Like many participants, I joined to lose weight and be able to keep at it without getting bored. By the end of 3 weeks, 4 kg came off. My waist slimmed 7 cm, my hips 4-5 cm. My edema decreased. The recipes are wonderful and very adaptable. My 16-year-old son is, I’d say, a professional athlete. He trains 7 days a week. He’d been using Fat Secret for a while, and using it together became more enjoyable. He devoured everything I made from your recipes with delight. I especially wanted to share this because I used to get overwhelmed with the thought, “am I going to cook separately for myself and separately for the family?” Everything was so easy in this program that I never struggled at all. Most importantly, my energy came back. Preparing, cooking, and eating with pleasure for myself felt really good. Turns out that while trying to feed everyone, I wasn’t feeding myself. Thank you so much for your contribution to my life. You wrapped us up with care, love, and compassion.
How did the program help you achieve your goals?
I haven’t reached my goal yet, but I’m continuing my eating pattern even though the program has ended. In the past, I would have said, “phew, diet’s over, I can relax now” and returned to my old self within a few months. I think this is the first time someone has guided me and I’m happily eating and drinking without feeling guided. And with healthy eating, no less 🙂 I think the eating pattern that took shape with what we added in the third week of the program is very ideal for a person. My body still doesn’t crave grains. Also, thanks to the program, I’ve started being more organized in my life. Doing grocery shopping and weekly meal prep every Sunday made my weekdays much more comfortable. In the first week, my weekly meal prep took 5 hours, but it got easier day by day, and by keeping track of what I did and didn’t eat, I brought it down to 3 hours 🙂
What physical and behavioral changes do you notice in yourself as the program ends?
Before the program I was a very sluggish, lethargic person, but right now I feel incredibly energetic and organized. I noticed I’m now able to be aware of myself and my surroundings, and don’t get demoralized quickly when facing negativity. I discovered the effect of what we eat on our mood 🙂 Also, by the end of the program I lost 3.5 kg. My waist and back area slimmed incredibly. In fact, when my husband hugged me and said, “it felt like I was hugging myself,” I got even more motivated 🙂
Who would you recommend this program to?
I recommend it to everyone 🙂
Anything you’d like to add…
Thank you for what you’ve given me. I also thank your husband. Thanks to him I discovered the trigger for my eating attacks: MY JOB 🙂 Luckily there wasn’t any junk food in the fridge at that moment. If there had been, I definitely would have eaten it and gotten through that crisis without questioning why I was experiencing it. Thankfully I got through that moment with chamomile tea 🙂 I think it’s time for me to make a change in my career life too. I realized I need to take action on this front before it’s too late. Look, you’ve given me yet another new awareness 🙂
