Rhoda Hutchinson: ‘Thank you HELPcare Clinic of Austin, MN and Lisa, Lee, and Dr. Strobel for being the support I needed on my journey!’

By Rachel Borg • May 23, 2023

Rhoda's before and after: 2 years between these photos, pictured with the same grandson!

My journey began when I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 2 years ago. I wanted to control my disease without taking medicine. I first tried cutting carbs on my own and lost 30 lbs, which I'm very proud of!

But as many have experienced, my journey came to the point where I needed help. That is where Lisa, Lee, and Dr. Strobel of HELPcare Clinic came in to help me move to the next level of fighting diabetes.

I'll never forget my appointment with Dr. Strobel saying, "It will be hard work, but you can reverse your diabetes."

While we can't reverse the damage that has already happened from this disease, I'm here to tell you from experience we can reverse the disease! When I first met with Lisa and Lee, we talked about maybe trying a strict keto diet. I was struggling with even veggies causing my blood sugars to rise.

Lisa and Lee suggested that I try the carnivore diet. This was an all meat (protein), high-fat diet for 3 months along with the recommended list of supplements. We planned to recheck my A1C after the three months. So my journey began!!

My A1C went from 8.3 to 6.2, then to 5.6 with no medication! I'm so proud of my accomplishments and the hard work I invested in a healthier body and life! Daily struggles are ever present, but I don't want to give up. It's one day at a time but it can be done, I'm living proof!

Please note that the carnivore diet may not be for everyone, but it's the best diet that I have found for me. Thank you HELPcare Clinic of Austin, MN and Lisa, Lee, and Dr. Strobel for being the support I needed on my journey!

Since starting my journey I've lost a total of 61 pounds! I'm very grateful.
- Rhoda Hutchinson

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Or you can experience HELPcare Clinic before joining and save 25-50% compared with the insurance-based system, and then convert to membership and save even more!

Rachel Borg

Rachel is HELPcare's Membership Director and the HELPcare Challenge Coordinator. She lives in Winchester, KS with her husband and six children.

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Rhoda Hutchinson: ‘Thank you HELPcare Clinic of Austin, MN and Lisa, Lee, and Dr. Strobel for being the support I needed on my journey!’

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