I’ve wanted to share the feedback from my participants in the “I’m on Elimination, I’m Aware” group for a long time. A bond of love formed between us throughout the program, and reading their feedback makes me both emotional and happy to see their progress. Sharing this with you is so special to me. I’ll leave the floor to my participants. 😊
A. C.
1. My three main goals before starting the program:
To adapt a healthy and conscious eating pattern into my life, to eliminate my health problems related to hypoglycemia, and to lose weight.
2. The program helped me achieve my goals in the following ways:
First of all, it helped me correct my misconceptions, reduce my daily 5-6 meals a day (due to my health problem) to 2 main meals and 1 snack, bringing my blood sugar to normal levels, completely eliminate my gas problems, completely remove processed sugar and packaged foods from my life, regulate my sleep, eliminate edema and bloating, and reduce my irritability.
It helped me lose weight, become more vibrant, make my skin glow, get rid of acne that didn’t even appear during my adolescence, and meet wonderful people.
3. The biggest change I’ve noticed since starting the program:
First, it reduced and then eliminated the pain caused by my autoimmune disorders. It changed my preconceived notions about whether I could be satisfied before even starting to eat, my need to eat something within two hours after eating, and the fact that my hypoglycemic attacks were entirely due to my incorrect and unwilling-to-give-up eating habits. It also revealed that the biggest reason I constantly felt the need to eat was actually emotional hunger, that there was nothing to fear when I embarked on a program I thought I couldn’t handle alone, and that I have new friends I can meet and consult with after the program ends.
I consider meeting dear Sema Hanım one of my “blessings,” the best birthday gift I gave myself, and the beginning of a conscious life.
4. I recommend this program to those experiencing the following problems:
Those with autoimmune disorders, hypoglycemia and diabetes, those experiencing constant headaches, knee pain, back pain, neck pain, and muscle pain, those with thyroid problems, and those seeking a healthy lifestyle and wanting to find it in the right place.
A. K.
1. My 3 important goals before starting the program:
For years, I was someone who planned my diet with the help of a dietitian, following lists provided by someone else. My first goal was to take complete control, the second was to observe the progress of the healthy process in my body, and the third was to get rid of the problems caused by poor nutrition.
2. The program helped me achieve my goals in the following way:
During the elimination process, I achieved my first goal: taking complete control. My brain and body entered a very enjoyable process together. My cravings stopped. I discovered amazing flavors with healthy alternatives. It took away the need to read labels, plan, control the kitchen, and the pressures of my environment and social life.
3. The biggest change I’ve noticed since starting the program:
So many. I’ve gone back to my weight from 15 years ago. My gas and bloating problems are gone. My skin has changed incredibly. The eczema itching on my legs that used to appear every summer is gone. My constant hunger pangs and snacking cravings are gone. I’ve returned to my factory settings with healthy recipes, enjoying them without stress, and the uncontrolled eating and my automatic, pilot-like routine are gone. Everything starts with awareness. I’m listening to my body, rediscovering myself. I think the biggest change is learning to listen to my body.
4. I recommend this program to those experiencing the following problems:
Those who want to lose weight and gain lasting control, those experiencing gas and bloating, those wanting to overcome constant cravings for sugary foods and pastries, those suffering from chronic pain, eczema, and diet-related skin problems, and those wanting to break harmful habits.
We are so glad to have met you, Ms. Sema. We had such an enjoyable process with the group; your effort, attention, and guidance were invaluable to us. This was my second elimination program in six months. I am incredibly happy to have experienced this process again with the energy of the group. I feel very lucky to have had the opportunity to work with you. We had a very enjoyable five weeks thanks to your energy. Thank you again and again for everything.
G. Y.
1. My three main goals before starting the program:
To be able to eat healthily without difficulty, to get rid of my bloating, and to easily obtain the necessary motivation to continue this diet even after the program ends.
2. The program helped me achieve my goals in the following ways:
Sema Hanım’s positive energy, her live broadcasts, her enthusiastic and exciting explanations, and her answers to our questions or motivational messages meant I didn’t struggle during the program, and I can continue easily and happily afterward. Additionally, her guidance and support in mindfulness, emphasizing the importance of breath and body awareness, led me to incorporate yoga and meditation into my life regularly. That was a bonus from the program! My bloating decreased, of course, with healthy eating and a 3.5 kg weight loss, but it’s not completely gone yet; it needs a little more time.
3. The biggest change I’ve noticed since starting the program:
My perspective on nutrition has changed; I realized that you can live without sweets, and that you can feel full by eating vegetables, salads, healthy fats, and seeds – in fact, it’s even easier to feel full that way!
4. I recommend this program to those experiencing the following problems:
Those who want to switch to healthy eating but keep postponing it because they think it will be too difficult, those who realize they are starving their cells by filling their stomachs with junk food, those who want to give their bodies, intestines, skin, and all their organs a breath of fresh air, don’t hesitate to join this program, let Sema Hanım energize you with her beautiful energy, and let the miraculous changes begin…
D.
1. My 3 important goals before starting the program:
To learn how to do elimination, to keep my blood sugar levels under control, and to avoid constant gas.
2. The program helped me achieve my goals in the following ways:
It helped me eat vegetables, reduced my laziness about making vegetable salads.
I learned how to eliminate my diabetes. I learned elimination, which was my first goal.
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3. The biggest change I’ve noticed since starting the program:
My blood sugar fluctuations are gone, my afternoon hunger pangs and tremors are gone. I’ve also lost weight, and my belly is almost flat. (Which was never there before.)
4. I recommend this program to those who have the following problems:
Those who say, “I’ll be ruined if I go hungry, I can’t go hungry in my life”; those who want to eat healthily but
are too lazy to wash vegetables and make salad like me.
I definitely recommend it to those with diabetes; they will learn how to control their diabetes.
I recommend it to those with Hashimoto’s who say they can overcome it with diet, so they can learn how to eat properly.
I recommend it to those who are tired of eating out; they will be amazed at how easily they can carry food with them.
In short, I recommend it to anyone who wants to improve their health.
D.K.
1. My 3 main goals before starting the program:
To reduce the inflammation caused by my autoimmune disease. My goal was to understand healthy eating habits and maintain them throughout my life.
2. The program helped me achieve my goals in the following ways:
First, I learned to eat mindfully. I realized I was eating even when I wasn’t hungry. Also, doing this program as a group was a great source of motivation. Diets or lifestyle changes done alone aren’t permanent; at least, I hadn’t been able to achieve that before. After the program ends, you return to your normal life, and of course, the old problems return. Being in a group increases motivation and you get different perspectives. It’s been two weeks since the program ended, and I’m still eating the same way, without feeling any restrictions. Of course, Ms. Sema’s positive personality and motivation were essential to this program. I thank her very much for that.
3. The biggest change I’ve noticed since starting the program:
I realized that it’s actually possible to live without sugar and gluten, and that my body doesn’t need them. I felt my body felt lighter when I ate this way. This motivated me even more. Of course, I also lost 4 kilos because I wasn’t consuming these foods.
4. I recommend this program to those experiencing the following problems:
Those who want to learn how to eat properly and make it a lifestyle, those with autoimmune diseases, and those with intestinal and digestive problems.
P.R.
1. My 3 main goals before starting the program:
1- To get to know my body in terms of what I eat and drink every day, and to take a step towards getting rid of my existing problems by eliminating harmful elements.
2- I had been in a depressed, tired, and weary state of mind for the last few years, and I thought this would help me with that as well.
3- To learn a sustainable eating pattern for myself, not just a YO-YO diet.
2. The program helped me achieve my goals in the following ways:
First of all, Ms. Sema was extremely professional and sincere. Through the WhatsApp group she created, I learned new things every day, and sometimes I was asked questions about things I hadn’t thought of. Ms. Sema, like the other participants, had extremely high energy and positivity. At the slightest sign of discouragement, everyone motivated each other. Throughout the process, under the leadership of Ms. Sema, everyone with experience, knowledge, or training in any area, not just elimination, supported each other.
3. The biggest change I’ve noticed since starting the program:
My energy has increased significantly. My fatigue and lethargy syndrome are gone. I’ve started spending more quality time with my home and family. My sleep has improved. I’m more patient. I’ve started eating more consciously, aware of every bite. I’ve identified products that could harm me. I’ve learned a sustainable structure, but most importantly, one that is implementable. I’ve noticed I’m more organized. I plan and now I implement.
4. I recommend this program to those experiencing the following problems:
I recommend it to everyone who, like me, doesn’t know where to start, doesn’t know the source of their problem, lives with a lot of confusing information, and wants to do something good for themselves.
H.A.
1. My 3 main goals before starting the program:
To get rid of the yo-yo effect of weight gain and loss and make healthy eating a lifestyle. To meet people like myself, gain courage, and lose weight.
2. The program helped me achieve my goals in the following ways:
It showed me how unhealthy my usual routine was. It showed me that alternatives and living gluten-free, dairy-free, and sugar-free isn’t impossible, and that I have perfectly delicious options. I saw that I could feel vibrant and energetic. I realized how many signals my body was actually giving me, how eager it was to get better, and how it could cleanse years of negativity in as little as three weeks. My respect and love for it increased greatly.
3. The biggest change I’ve noticed since starting the program:
Most things I thought were bothering me weren’t actually bothering me. What was really making me sick were the things I thought were indispensable but were actually dispensable. Living like this isn’t impossible, and it’s delicious and enjoyable too.
4. I recommend this program to those experiencing the following problems:
I recommend it to everyone, whether they have problems or not. 😀 But I had gastritis and reflux problems. I spent three weeks like paradise, pain-free. Moreover, I saw that raw vegetables and salads, which I thought were bothering me, weren’t bothering me at all. I realized that the foods that were actually bothering me were the first two foods I introduced; I was already consuming one knowingly, and the other was a bit of a surprise. Since my experience is mainly in this area, I definitely recommend it to those who have similar stomach problems. I also recommend it to anyone with a generally bad diet who wants to get theirs in order.
Z.Ö.
1. My three main goals before starting the program were:
To learn the intricacies and framework of healthy eating, to identify any food that bothers my body, and to observe the interplay of mindfulness, stress, and nutrition.
2. The program helped me achieve my goals in the following ways:
I experienced that healthy and proper nutrition is not about deprivation but about richness and even lightness. I realized how much my gut had struggled for years due to gluten sensitivity. And for the first time, I learned about nutrition in connection with my body.
3. The biggest change I’ve noticed since starting the program:
Instead of feeling full and heavy in my stomach, my cells feel nourished and I feel light. Although my physical energy sometimes fluctuates, my psychological mood is always very good. And the sudden hunger pangs and heaviness after eating are gone. My hunger pangs and muscle pains have also disappeared.
4. I recommend this program to those experiencing the following problems:
I don’t think you need to have any specific problems to participate in this program; every body needs it. I strongly recommend it to everyone with healthy eating and autoimmune disorders. We witnessed incredibly positive changes in my group members.
M. S.
1. My three main goals before starting the program:
To completely eliminate gluten, sugar, and dairy from my life, and to regain the discipline I had somewhat lost.
2. The program helped me achieve my goals in the following way:
I love group dynamics. With the enthusiasm of my group members and Sema Hanım’s amazing energy, it wasn’t difficult at all. Doing it alone is definitely more difficult.
3. The biggest change I’ve noticed since starting the program:
It has given me great results in terms of weight loss and increased energy.
4. I recommend this program to those experiencing the following problems:
I definitely recommend it. It has amazing “side effects” such as a huge burst of energy, reduced and unexplained pains and gas, and weight loss.
E. A.
1. My 3 main goals before starting the program:
To lose the 16 kilos I gained after quitting smoking, and possibly more.
To learn healthy eating habits.
To solve my sleep problems of approximately 40 years.
To begin the recovery process from hypothyroidism, an autoimmune disease that has caused me serious problems for 18-19 years. I know I should have written 3 goals, but they were all very important. I couldn’t sacrifice one of them. 🙂
2. The program helped me achieve my goals in the following ways:
First of all, I don’t know how Sema Hanım managed it, but she convinced me that I could adapt healthy eating into my life. Once I believed, everything else followed. The group energy was also wonderful. I can’t find the words to describe Sema Hanım’s approach. With both her knowledge and her warm, embracing attitude, she touched all of our lives. She trusted us, and we trusted her… And we were all right. Furthermore, Ms. Sema not only taught us about healthy eating, but also helped us turn inward and listen to and understand our bodies’ signals.
3. The biggest change I’ve noticed since starting the program:
I want to describe my gains and awareness from the program not as “change,” but as “changes.” First of all, the insomnia I suffered from since my high school years, that is, for about 40 years, has stopped abruptly. I had tried every method imaginable, including medication, exercise, herbal teas, and meditation. Yet, I would still wait for the night like a zombie. Now I sleep so well and uninterruptedly that I start the day with a huge smile the moment I wake up. I CAN SLEEP now, can you believe it? 🙂
Another issue is my 18-19 years of hypothyroidism… On the 10th day of the elimination program (within the 2nd week), I had my blood and thyroid hormone tests done, and… another bombshell: All the bad values had returned to the normal range. My TSH, which is an indicator of hypothyroidism, had decreased by 20%. My doctor couldn’t believe it and asked, “What have you done?” Not to mention the triglycerides, cholesterol, and other good news… I’M GETTING BETTER!
It’s not over yet 🙂 At the end of this 5-week process, I lost 7 kilos, my waist shrunk by 4 cm, my lower abdomen by 11 cm, and my hips by 11.5 cm. Moreover, this happened while eating beets, carrots, peas, and many other foods we thought were “forbidden,” without ever feeling hungry. Whereas I used to have the potential to eat even the table and chairs! 🙂
I’ve transformed into a happy person now…
4. I recommend this program to those experiencing the following problems:
Those suffering from insomnia, those who want to lose weight without feeling hungry (Sema Hanım also offers suitable suggestions for those who don’t want to lose weight, and those friends don’t lose weight either), those who want to eat healthily, those with autoimmune diseases, in short, everyone who wants to live a happy and healthy life.
E. Ç.
My 3 important goals before starting the program:
1. To reduce sugar and carbohydrates in my life due to my predisposition to diabetes.
2. To learn how to eat properly without consuming these reduced foods.
3. To be energetic and fit.
The program helped me achieve my goals in the following ways:
What I needed most was motivation. It wouldn’t have been possible for me to achieve these goals alone. Thanks to both Ms. Sema and all the other lovely people in the group, a sense of togetherness was created, and we became companions on this journey. This was very important to me, and I found something even better than I expected in this sense. Ms. Sema’s attitude was amazing; she was so attentive to everything, dealt with every question individually, answered immediately, and informed us in advance if she wouldn’t be able to answer for a while. We were never left without information or answers.
Thanks to the recipes Ms. Sema provided, which everyone made and shared repeatedly, I never craved foods I couldn’t eat before, even though I was someone who ate pastries five times a day. Even though the program is over, I still refer to the portion sizes of grains and fruits whenever needed because we have the materials, and we are still in contact with our group members.
The biggest change I’ve noticed since starting the program:
Definitely being myself when I wake up in the mornings, being able to open my eyes and get out of bed. I used to crawl around in bed for minutes, sometimes hours, after waking up. And this energy isn’t limited to just the mornings. While the most noticeable change is in the mornings, I’m more energetic during the day and in the evenings compared to before.
I recommend this program to those experiencing the following problems:
Although I personally haven’t experienced many gluten-related problems, based on the symptoms I’ve observed in my group members, I definitely recommend it to people suffering from chronic pain, constipation, bloating, and fibromyalgia. Secondly, I also recommend it to those who, like me, can’t give up baked goods even if they don’t have any specific complaints; the motivation is amazing.
B.O.
The 5 weeks I spent following this program brought about wonderful changes in both my kitchen and my body, thank you.
The recipes you provided, especially for snacking, and the suggestions for what we can eat when we’re out, are a lifesaver. Sometimes I wish someone would prepare it for me so I could eat it, but I’m not giving up 🙂
By the way, I didn’t want to stop the elimination diet for a long time. I introduced new eggs and cheese, and she didn’t react at all. 🙂
With love,
My 3 main goals before starting the program?
To lose weight, increase my energy, and transition to a sustainable eating pattern.
The program helped me achieve my goals in the following ways:
Wonderful and practical recipes, Sema Hanım’s cheerful support – how 5 weeks flew by, how I almost went down to just one meal a day, it’s incredible! An understandable, practical, and sustainable program…
The biggest change I’ve noticed since starting the program:
My bloating is gone, my energy has increased, I’ve lost weight, and my waist has slimmed down!
I recommend this program to those experiencing the following problems:
I didn’t have a specific problem, but I think everyone should access and apply this information.
V. O.
My 3 main goals before starting the program?
My most important goal was to eliminate sugar from my life. Another was to make gluten-free eating a habit. Regulating my bowels was another goal.
The program helped me achieve my goals in the following ways:
Being in a group gave me strength through everyone’s support and unity. And because the information was extremely clear and understandable, it was very easy for me to understand and internalize it. Understanding the reasons behind the things we know and hear about, and the damage they cause to our bodies, was a driving force. And Sema Hanım’s smiling face, energy, and kindness constantly reminded me that I was in the right place. Even after the program ended, the possibility of being able to reach her made me feel safe. I know she will always be there for me.
The biggest change I’ve noticed since starting the program:
My taste buds have completely changed. My constipation problem is over. My energy has returned. I feel lighter. My fasting hours have lengthened considerably. And my portions have shrunk considerably. My eating speed has decreased. The dosage of the medication I use for Hashimoto’s has decreased. And because the new routines I’ve incorporated into my life are sustainable, I know and believe that a healthier life awaits me.
I recommend this program to those who experience the following problems:
Those who constantly start and end diets, those who suffer from constipation and bloating, those for whom eating has different meanings in their lives, those with a sweet tooth, those who eat and then feel regret, those who think they can’t break their habits, and those who want to eat healthier.
Sharing is what multiplying, I guess. Thank you to everyone.
I look forward to meeting you in new groups, with new people and transformations. 🙂
With love,
Sema Özpekmezci
