Erika Pearson - Chandler, Arizona, USA
Most people do not know what Lupus is; actually most doctors do not know what Lupus is. However, for Lupus patients the disorder remains a bizarre, cruel disease of unknown cause, with an unpredictable prognosis and symptoms that are difficult to explain. Lupus is intermittent, recurrent, and can destroy both the will to live and the ability to cope in those afflicted by it. Lupus can threaten life and prevent functioning as a normal human being.
I woke up each morning with considerable dread not knowing how I was going to make it through my day. I had two beautiful little girls that I should be enjoying, but this cruel disease prevented me from being sincerely grateful for all of my blessings. The greatest anguish I had was how my disease was affecting my children. Once, when my eldest daughter was in preschool her teacher called me to inform me that she was crying and sharing with her classmates that her Mommy was dying. Because of my failing health and the affect it was having on my children and other family members I became consumed with my death; I felt so useless and because there is no cure for Lupus my situation seemed hopeless. Luckily, I have always have been a strong-willed individual so I always refused to play the "sick-role". I always forced my self to be the "perfect" mother, wife, daughter, sister and friend; however, because of Herbalife, I no longer have to force my way through another day.
I just wanted to share with you the results I have attained since I began taking these "life-changing" products. I was diagnosed with Lupus, Fibromyalgia and Hypo-Thyroid Disease 12 years ago. I have endured years of excruciating arthritis, overwhelming fatigue, chest pain (pleurisy & pericarditis), chronic cluster headaches & migraines, chronic UTI's and kidney stones, alopecia (hair fell-out by the handful) and mouth ulcers.
Well, of course, this meant I took a myriad of 13 medications. I also submitted to 3 treatments of chemotherapy to make my Lupus go into remission; which were not successful. While, this helped some of the symptoms it also created numerous side effects and there wasn't anything that alleviated my chronic fatigue. I was also subjected to numerous ER visits and hospital stays.
I have been on Herbalife products since December; I am currently experiencing my first remission since being diagnosed in 1990! Within days of starting this incredible program, my energy level soared! Within a few days, I felt more alert and alive than I had in years! Since starting these products I no longer have any chest pains due to pleurisy or pericarditis and I have not had a cluster headache or migraine. The only time I get a headache is when I pull my ponytail too tight; my hair has stopped falling out and it is actually growing! My arthritis has been minimized considerably; I no longer have severe morning joint stiffness and no longer take Morphine for the pain! The best thing is that I actually have energy now! I can't begin to explain how the increased energy has changed my life, but it does bring tears to my eyes... tears of joy because now I have the energy and stamina to keep up with my girls. As a matter of fact, the other night I was actually wrestling with my daughter; by their laughter and smiles on their faces you would have thought I had taken them to Disneyland!
Now, Savannah (6) and Mackenzie (3) do not have to see me bent over in pain; they don't have to call their Dad to come help Mommie anymore. Or they don't have to see me lying on the couch exhausted while forcing myself to stay awake and they don't have to hear me tell them I am too tired to play with them. I am happy to report that I haven't had an ambulance ride in four months! Boy, I sure am going to miss those cute paramedics!
Regarding my weight loss; I have lost all the weight I put on with the high dosages of steroids . 45 pounds over the past year, but I did it the hard way - exercise and a personal trainer. I wish I used Herbalife (much easier and faster); however, since I have started the products I have toned my body considerably and have lost several inches. At 5'7" I now weigh 125 pounds; which is less than what I weighed as a senior in college! The products continue to help sculpt and tone my body. I now have more energy and I am healthier than I have been in years.
I love these products; they have changed my life!
In addition to my Lupus going into remission, I no longer have asthma and my allergy symptoms have diminished considerably. I no longer have a bleeding ulcer and my blood sugar, thyroid and hormones are balanced all without medication. Can you tell that I am excited! Actually, I am ecstatic!
When I was originally diagnosed I was told I would be lucky to experience my 40th birthday. Well, in July I turn 39 and Herbalife has given me the best birthday gift ever . my renewed health! I not only feel healthy . . . I look healthy! No more puffy cheeks or weight gain from the steroids. I no longer have dark circles under my eyes from the overwhelming fatigue. I actually look very young for my 39 years! These products are awesome! I now know that with these products I will live a long healthy life!
Along with the incredible results I have attained with Herbalife products; the business opportunity has also contributed to my wellness. The idea that with my diagnosis I lost my health, my physical fitness (I was an amateur body builder), my vitality, my income and my independence; created such a "pit" of depression that it literally consumed me. Now, with my regained health and an awesome business opportunity I finally have HOPE! Thank you Herbalife! Stay tuned for an incredible income testimonial because this is just the beginning!
The following is my daily Herbalife routine:
LUPUS/FIBROMYALGIA
- Formula 1 2x
- Formula 2 1-3x a day
- Formula 3 - Cell Activator 2-3x a day
- Joint Support 2-3x a day
- Herbalifeline 2-3x a day
- Tang Kuei 1-3x a day + as needed
- Ros Ox 1x
- Schizandra Plus 1x
- Ginseng 3x
- Mega Garlic 3x
- Cardio Toconox 1x
- Xtra-Cal 3x
- Cell-u-loss 3-3x a day
- Green/Beige (energy) 3 Green & 2 Beige - 2x a day
- Herbal Concentrate Tea: Throughout the day
- 21 day Cleanse
DEPRESSION - from living with a chronic illness for 12 years
- Mentabalance 1x
- K8 1x
- St. John's 1x
- Calmative Spray (as needed)
HORMONAL BALANCE: Lupus is believed to be associated with a woman's hormonal balance.
- Woman's Choice 1x
- Woman's Advantage 1x
MISCELLANEOUS PRODUCTS
- Triple Berry (I used to have chronic UTI infections)
- Vitamin C
- Activated Fiber
- Ultimate Ginkgo (to help with brain fog associated with Lupus, Fibromyalgia and Motherhood)
- Aminogen
- Thermobond
- Herbal Aloe Drink
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