Helaine's high school reunion meant reuniting with better health

Helaine and her husband were classmates, having graduated from Carson High School in 1972. With their 50th high school reunion approaching, She did not want to attend the event overweight and unhealthy. Helaine wanted to show her former classmates that she was taking care of herself and had transformed.

Helaine started the New Mayo Clinic Diet in January of 2022. In four months, she lost 30 pounds! In the beginning, she became familiar with how the tools on the website and the app operated, and she finds them easy and intuitive to use. Helaine also discovered a newfound appreciation for cooking and loves all of the Mayo Clinic Diet Original meal plan recipes. Her husband has been thrilled to be a part of the process, and he also enjoys the meals!

“I’ve tried every diet over the last 40 years,” she says. “I didn’t want to eat only a bar for a meal. On the New Mayo Clinic Diet, I’m not hungry. I feel satisfied. In the past three months, I have been cooking a lot! My husband is amazed!”

Having had rheumatoid arthritis for many years, Helaine knows the importance of diet and nutrition. She had tried every other popular diet. While she initially was able to lose weight, her unhealthy habits would always lead her to put the weight back on. Her doctors have been thrilled with her results!

Before and after images of member Helaine, who lost 40 pounds with the Mayo Clinic Diet

Helaine is looking forward to her high school reunion and cannot wait to see the look on the faces of her old classmates. She has more confidence in herself, both emotionally and physically. 

She calls the Mayo Clinic Diet a lifesaver and has revitalized her energy and spirit.  

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