“I work in the medical field, and always wear scrubs. Since scrubs are very forgiving, and stretch, I really didn’t notice how much weight I had gained. I could tell I had gained a few pounds, because my scrubs started getting tighter and tighter, but I told myself no more than 15. Reality of my weight gain came crashing down on me when I had an even to attend, and I had nothing that fit. I couldn’t even fit in the dress clothes I wore when I was 9 months pregnant with my fifth child. It was then, I decided to do something about it. On average I work 5- 13 hour night shifts a week, plus an added 3 hour commute round trip. I did not have the time or energy to go to the gym 5 days a week, so I started looking online, and found the Aspen Clinic in Slidell. I read the testimonials from previous clients, and decided to give it a try. When I first walked into the office, I was greeted with warm hello’s and smiles of the staff. They explained the paperwork I needed to fill out, and the nutritional class that I would take. They answered all my questions, and helped me set up meal plan( calories and amount of protein I needed to eat) to meet my goal weight of 135-140 lbs. Then it was the moment of truth, time to get on the scale. I was nervous, because I hadn’t weighed myself in over six months. I heard the little beep, looked down and seen “195!” I was in shock, I have never weighed that much ever! Again, the staff were very supportive, and nonjudgmental. They took the time to explain extra supplements I could get to help me lose weight faster, and give me more energy. The best part was they never made me feel pressured about purchasing the extra supplements, but I’m glad I did. I take the Lipo-Plus, and get the Vitamin B and Lipo injections monthly. These have really increased my energy, and have allowed me to be more active. The staff call and check on how I’m feeling in between visits, and send me reminders when I have an up coming appointment. They are always kind and friendly when speaking with them. My weight as of October is 150lbs, so I’m almost at my goal weight, only 10-15lbs left. I know with my motivation, and the help of the Aspen Clinic I will get there. I also know that I wouldn’t have gotten to this point without them. “