TESTIMONIALS
HCG Weight Reduction Program
Kenneth R. Kafka, MD

     The program with Dr. Kafka was incredibly effective – my wife and I both lost about 20 pounds which we've had no trouble keeping off for almost a year now. That was only one of the positive effects, though; it's also very useful as a personal growth program. I learned so much about myself during the program, especially about why I first gained weight when I was a child. Doing the program with Dr. Kafka was a key part of it for us; my wife and I both agreed that it was the genuine caring and guidance we received from him that made the program much easier and more effective.
                                                                                                                                   Gay Hendricks, Ph.D.

     This is not hyperbole: My life has been changed by the HCG program as prescribed and administered by Dr. Kafka. I began the program in November 2010 and lost about 20 lbs. The shots plus the counseling made the 500 cal. Per day relatively easy. I also spoke with Dr. Kafka often during the maintenance phase during which time he was helpful, supportive and reinforcing. I have stayed within 2 lbs. of my new weight ever since (5 months) which has included many meals out and 2 weeks of vacation. My body processes food differently and I think about food differently as well. I am eternally grateful to Dr. Kafka.
                                                                                                                                        Barry Elkin, Ph.D.

     HCG and Dr. Kafka were life-savers for me. I am a 67 year old nurse who decided to do something about my weight at 65. I was 100 pounds overweight. I have watched people who have done other programs, including surgery, who have become more overweight in the long-term than before they did the programs. For this reason, I did quite a bit of research into what could help me. I felt safer doing the program under a doctor's supervision as the program seemed so drastic and was lucky enough to find Dr. Kafka.
     I met Dr. Kafka and immediately felt safe with him. I learned I would have to have a physical and lab evaluation before being accepted into the program, and I would need to come to weekly support groups. In addition Dr. Kafka would be on-call for the duration of the program and encouraged me to call if encountering problems with the program.
I enjoyed the program because, not only did I lose weight, but I had no problem doing it. I was lucky to have euphoria throughout the three-week initial part of the program when I ate 500 calories a day. Those 500 calories were strictly limited in kinds of foods. I had some weakness and was mildly hungry for two of the days after day 5. I called Dr. Kafka and, after a thorough evaluation, he increased my dose of the HCG minimally and the hunger went away. I had no further problems.
     The second 3 weeks of the program I could have anything I wanted in small amounts except sugar and starch. This part of the program cemented the weight loss.
In the support groups run by Dr. Kafka, I learned much more about the physiological reasons the program works, heard of others problems and triumphs, was validated for my own life journey, gained insights into the reasons for becoming overweight in the first place, and learned techniques for keeping the weight off and bringing joy into my life. Group was often emotional, but invaluable. There were even generational revelations which were enormously helpful in understanding our problems with overweight. The groups monitored and directed by Dr. Kafka were such an important part of the program, I cannot imagine succeeding with long-term maintenance of weight loss without them. After two years, I have kept 40 pounds off. I would like to do the program again.
                                                                                                                               Patricia Wiley, RN, MSN

 Dear Dr. Kafka,
     I wanted to take this time to extend my gratitude to you for the HCG program that you have been offering over the years. I also wanted to share with you some of my insights and experiences since my third and final round almost 8 months ago.
     HCG is becoming increasingly popular these days as a weight management only program. However, I have found that the way that you facilitate this program is much more than just a weight loss protocol; it's an opportunity to discover ourselves, address suppressed emotions and experiences, claim our energy in a new way and set ourselves up for future success. As you know, I completed 3 programs, each time taking 4 months to integrate those changes. Two of these cycles were more challenging physically for me as I had to work through all of them. One cycle was more demanding emotionally as a lot of buried energy surfaced for me to confront and release. As you also know, I didn't have much weight to lose in the first place but was able to keep off 10 – 15 lbs. The biggest gift for me throughout all of this was the acceptance that I was able to reach of my changing body. This program assisted me in reaching a level of freedom that I haven't known before regarding ageing and the physical changes that follow. My life has been changed in a way that I did not expect with new perspectives which are leading to new work opportunities, new exercise routines, new eating patterns (thanks to the Inherent Health DNA profile), and I am unexpectedly more ambidextrous. Go figure. Anyway, thank you for your knowledge, wisdom and guidance during this particularly growthful period of my life.
                                                                                                                                          With Gratitude
                                                                                                                                          Kasha Ra L.Ac.

     Working with Dr. Kafka and the HCG Protocol has been nothing short of a miracle in my life! Due to many underlying factors, I had come to a point in my life where all I could do was gain weight... even when I was eating 600 calories a day! Then I found Dr. Kafka, and through him, the HCG Protocol. I remember crying for joy on day 3, when the scale went down for the first time in more than 3 years! I lost 16 pounds in the first round... but, really, the amount of weight loss didn't matter. What mattered is that I was finally seeing a change for the better in my health, and in my weight! I've continued through 3 rounds now, and am 45 pounds lighter than when I started, but better than that, I have renewed hope for maintaining my weight and for living a healthier lifestyle.
                                                                                                                                                      Barbie

Dr. Kafka,
     It was a blessing in disguise when I was referred to you by my nurse practitioner. I was 50 plus pounds overweight, experiencing hot flashes, and going through two of life's changing experiences. I had just moved across country to be near my daughter and was in the process of starting a new business.
     Losing the weight was important but it was also about being healthy not only physically but emotionally. The weekly group sessions helped me reflect and work through my issues of using food for comfort or as a reward. I can truthfully say today I am just as satisfied with a new sweater as I was with a cupcake. It's been almost 2 years and I continue to maintain the loss. I work out at the gym and have recently started running the college stadium steps. I feel great; I look great thanks to the continued support of you and your staff.
                                                                                                                                                          MM

     The HCG program is an exceptional way to lose weight as long as you are dedicated to following the rules exactly as recommended. I was able to lose 60 lbs. in three sessions. It is, however, very important to attend the support meetings to gain from other's experiences and to stay connected. Because there was a distance to travel each time, I was unable to attend weekly an because I ran out of funds to complete my goal of weight loss, I fell into a trap of not supporting myself and did not maintain the weight I lost. I now want to rejoin the program and find the way to be dedicated to the maintenance necessary to stay at my achieved goal weight.
                                                                                                                                    BJG, Camarillo, CA

     First of all, thank you. I have struggled with my weight since I was 30 years old (I am now 60). I’ve started a diet to lose weight every morning for the last twenty years. My failure to lose weight or stick to a diet translated into feeling I was a failure, which developed into a fear of failure. This became my life theme. I used to be courageous but I gave up believing in myself. I felt if I couldn’t control my weight, how could I expect to be successful in my life. I watched myself transform into a person I thought society regarded as less. This was not entirely a “figment” of my imagination. I have lived the life of a slender attractive person and watched people treat me special because of it. I have also watched my “value” go down as my weight went up. That has all changed. I still need to lose 100 pounds, but emotionally I’m already that slender, confident person I was at 30 years of age thanks to this program. This is a program, not a diet. It is a program for the process of transformation on all levels; emotionally, physically and spiritually. Emotionally I no longer use food as a pacifier for anger, a friend when lonely or a drug to ease stress. Physically I no longer have cravings. I have a healthy relationship with food and now feel “normal” hunger. Spiritually I have reconnected to me. I am now succeeding in areas of my life I only dreamed of before. I am able to push fear aside and take action.
    
 To the newcomers:
     Trust in the program…”just do it”
     Trust in the process…follow instructions
     Don’t try to re-invent the program
     “Keep it simple”
     Go to the meetings, the group support is the most important part for success.

     I went into this program to lose weight, and I have, very quickly, but the gift of this program is finding that wonderful, successful, confident, intelligent and joyful person you are.
                                                                                                                                               Sincerely,
                                                                                                                                               SZ

     I loved your weight loss program. I lost 23 pounds in 23 days without hunger or any other distress and it was easy. In addition, I have kept the weight off for several months now. I still have more weight to lose so I plan on calling you to re-up in the next few weeks. Being a pharmacist, I am aware of many weight loss plans and have tried several. This was by far the best.
                                                                                                                                               Thank you,
                                                                                                                                               Fred

Six Months and Holding
     When people say things like, "It changed my life," I tend to be skeptical. However, going on the HCG diet under the guidance of Dr. Kafka, changed mine.
     Prior to the diet, I had many healthy habits. I got enough sleep, drank lots of water, exercised, ate plenty of organic fruits and vegetables, no red meat, read, wrote, entertained family and friends and made art. But that wasn't enough. Both thyroid disease and menopause and my own habits had slowed my metabolism close to a halt. I was overweight and heading for disease with an increasing cholesterol count.
     The diet was not easy, but it was possible. I had to radically change the way I did things for three weeks. Then I had to modify and fine-tune my new lifestyle for another three while I maintained the fifteen pounds that I lost. I was so pleased with my weight loss that motivation became my middle name. Journaling during this six-week program and for approximately a month after brought some key elements to the forefront. I had to watch my portion control, but I would not be hungry because I would eat 5-6 small meals a day. I also learned that I had a problem with carbohydrates, but mostly white and processed ones. I could still eat whole grains, just not as much. Last, I changed my exercise plan to be more efficient with less time involved using Mark Lauren's book You are Your Own Gym. The diet and the changes that I made allowed my metabolism to be more effective then before. Overall, I felt terrific and slowly lost another five pounds.
     Twenty pounds lighter I embarked on my new life with more vigor and pride. I had gone down a dress size and my clothes felt better on me. My cholesterol went down and my energy up. Today, I get on the scale daily. If I go up a pound or two, I watch myself carefully the next day and go on a walk. I found with this program I can have pizza occasionally; drink wine judiciously, though I have stayed away from beer and mixed drinks out of choice. I can have sweet things, leaning toward the healthy and still maintain my desired weight. In other words, I have a healthy, satisfying lifestyle, I don't feel hungry, anxious or deprived. I now have a formula that works for me and feels good. And my husband lost weight too!! Good luck on your journey, it's a wonderful ride.
                                                                                                                              Carole Cromwell Paddock

Home

Curriculum Vitae

The Practice

Informed Consent Form

Intake Form

Emerson Ecologics

HCG Weight Reduction Program

HCG Testimonials

Lecture Schedule

Newsletter Archives