Bobby T.

When I found out that I had to enroll in the Restore Program I was discouraged and a bit insulted. You might say I went into the program kicking and screaming, though not overtly. After disciplining myself to exercise and change my diet, my weight and blood pressure dropped substantially. It has been an emotional adjustment (I was comfortable being unhealthy) but I feel much better and do not want to go back to my old habits. I am grateful I submitted to the Restore Program.

Nikki N

My husband and I are very thankful to Medi-Share for recommending us to go to Eden valley Program. Most of all I'm thankful to the Lord and His people to provide such health centers. My overall health has improved with diet changes and sticking to recommendations of their programs. They were extraordinary accommodating in all areas of life. I was for the first time in yeas able to lose weight with which I battled for years. Also, my cholesterol went down 24 points in five months. My overall well-being has improved immensely. Thanks to CCM and Eden Valley. God Bless them and may they continue to do a great job.

I'm looking forward to going back in the future and would strongly recommend for anyone to give it a try, rather then use medications. May our Lord bless all the workers and the individuals responsible for the program. It really makes a difference if you are willing to do your part.

Karen D

I am pleased and impressed with the concept of encouraging and rewarding people according to their willingness to put effort into maintaining good health. Poor diet is prevalent and considered acceptable and it seems so especially at church functions where sweets and coffee are encouraged.

Robert B

Katie Kolb was extremely helpful to me during the last 6 months. She has encouraged me and helped me set goals. She did not set the goals but let me set my own goals. Katie was and has been prompt to call on every scheduled phone conference.

I came to a point where I was looking forward to her call so that I could report the good news of my weight loss and advances in my fitness level. It might sound funny but I did not want to have to tell Katie that I had not achieved my goals. This was an added incentive for me. I have achieved my goals but am continuing to set more and work harder to start running in short races 5K-10K. I am currently tail running on the hills of the Colorado National Monument. I have been able to run (jog) 1.8 miles all uphill.

It's great. My diet has changed considerably. Berries for breakfast, salad/fruit for lunch and mostly salad and other veggies for dinner. Grilled veggies on the barbi, veggie chili and home made salsa to spice thing up.

I have to say that 6-7 months ago I was not able to run more than a block. I started working to lose weight, walking 2-3 times a week. At first it was slow progress but there was progress. As I continued on I started trying to run/walk (mostly walk. I was noticing after about 2 months that I wanted to go out and workout. As more time went by I was able to run up Devils Canyon and walk back. I was excited and felt so much more energy in my leg, heart and lungs. At this point, about 4 months after starting the program, the afternoon heat was coming on. 95-105 degree was not unusual but I continued to workout. I was now challenging myself and starting to lose 4-5 pounds/week. My clothes were getting pretty loose.

My daughter was getting married in Kauai in early August an d I told her that I would get down to 200 lbs by the wedding. I was 230 when I started to workout and by wedding time 195-196. I had to buy all new clothes for the wedding. All the guys at work asked me how I lost the weight and commented on how slender I was getting. My wife really likes the change and has been a great help and encourager. She works with me on preparing meals and tries to go with me to workout as much as our schedules will allow. It's a blessing to have support when you make changes in your life.

Thank you Katie Kolb, health consultant
Thank you Laurie, my wonderful wife
Thank You Medi-share Ministry for the push
Thank God for my health