Do functional health programs for women actually work?
40 people answered this on the record, across 11 organisations. The change they described most often was better family or relationship life — 17 of 40 raised it unprompted. 12 described more energy through the day. The timeframe described most often was over a year. Each figure is a count of what someone said in a recorded interview.
Based on interviews recorded up to 2026-07-24. Updated as new interviews arrive.
Individual results vary. This is one customer's first-hand account of their own experience, recorded on camera and published unedited. It is not medical advice, and nothing here is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any condition. Talk to a qualified healthcare professional before making decisions about your health.
What the answers had in common
Counts of interviews where the person described this in their own words.
| What changed | Interviews | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Family & relationships | 17 of 40 | 43% |
| More energy | 12 of 40 | 30% |
| Better systems | 10 of 40 | 25% |
| Felt supported | 10 of 40 | 25% |
| Digestion | 9 of 40 | 23% |
| Weight change | 8 of 40 | 20% |
- “Well, a lot of people ask us how we're sleeping now that we have a baby, and I think we're sleeping way better than we did for the five years that we were struggling with having children.”Nikki Tuchek
- “It was going on it and then eventually I would get tired of it and I would go off it and go right back to old habits.”Salli Churchill
- “So I think just realizing that you can bring God into your life every day, it doesn't just have to be this solemn Prayer with big words and an organized church. can be every morning going, wow, I'm struggling with thi…”Salli Churchill
- “And I think the community being able to ask those questions, get lots of different inputs and ideas. and just have the general support that says, hey, we've been there, we've done this, we know you can do it, we know…”Salli Churchill
How long it took them
- 2 – 6 months · 1
- Over a year · 4
The interviews behind this answer
WatchSalli Churchill Lost 45 Pounds and Dropped Six Dress Sizes with Fast To FaithSalli Churchill achieved a 45-pound weight loss with Fast To Faith, transitioning from a size 16 to a size 4. By integrating daily scripture with functional medicine and coaching, she gained control over her health, improved her sleep, and transformed her rel…Salli Churchill · Fast To Faith
WatchRebecca Arsena Gained Four New Clients and Restored Client Gut Health Through Advanced Clinical TrainingRebecca Arsena, reviewing the Institute of Restorative Health, transitioned from feeling stuck to gaining four new clients immediately after completing the Art and Science of Gastrointestinal Healing course. She gained the clinical confidence to use functiona…Rebecca Arsena · Institute of Restorative Health (formerly Restorative Wellness Solutions)
WatchMaria Cleared HPV and Healed Leaky Gut Through Personalized Naturopathic ProtocolsMaria Sireno-Karlin achieved a negative HPV result after six months of working with Dr. Doni Wilson. By utilizing food sensitivity testing and cortisol urine panels, Maria eliminated dairy and eggs to resolve leaky gut and GI issues. She credits Dr. Doni’s pe…Maria Sireno-Karlin · Dr Doni Wilson
WatchOvercoming Recurrent Miscarriages to Achieve a Healthy Pregnancy and Baby GirlJennifer Rodriguez credits Reimagined Health with helping her achieve a healthy pregnancy after suffering two consecutive miscarriages. By focusing on root causes, personalized nutrition, and partner involvement, the program resolved her migraines and cycle i…Jennifer Rodriguez · Reimagined Health
WatchPediatrician Overcomes Chronic Pain and Autoimmune Arthritis Through Qigong and MindfulnessLaura Bierwagen credits Urban Monk Productions with helping her overcome ten years of chronic pain and autoimmune arthritis. After attending the retreat and committing to a 100-day Qigong 'gong,' she transitioned from using crutches to performing physical rou…Laura Bierwagen · Urban Monk Productions
WatchDr. Keta Patel Amin Achieved 10X Revenue Growth and Scaled to Group ProgramsDr. Keta Patel Amin credits Living Light’s Perfect Practice for transforming her struggling clinic into a thriving national practice. Within two years, she achieved 10X revenue growth, surprising her CPA. By implementing Sachin Patel’s systems, she transition…Dr. Keta Patel Amin · Living Light
WatchLowered Cholesterol 100 Points and Reduced Insulin by 40 UnitsIn a review of Vitality Renewal, a patient reported achieving transformative health results under Dr. Yvonne Karney's care. Within three months, she lowered her bad cholesterol by 100 points, moved out of the pre-diabetic A1C range, and reduced her insulin in…Promotional Video · Yvonne Karney
WatchOvercoming Failed IVFs Through Holistic Lifestyle Changes and Inflammation ManagementJoy Eason used Fab Fertile to address underlying health issues after four failed IVF attempts. By focusing on nutrition, sleep, and stress management, she successfully reduced high inflammation levels, moving her health charts from 'red to green.' Joy reports…Joy · Fab Fertile
WatchLowest Weight Ever and Optimized Health After 30 Years of HypothyroidismLisa Snarr reported life-changing results working with Dr. Amie Hornaman for hypothyroidism and hormone optimization. After struggling for 30 years, Lisa achieved her lowest lifetime weight and full optimization within six months. By utilizing T3 medication a…Lisa Snarr · Dr Amie Hornaman
What they doubted first
- “Cost was an issue at first, and I was a little bit skeptical because doctors in general would tell me this is not something that is going to be cleared. But the whole team was willing to help me with payment plans, and once I did my research and saw other wom…”Maria Sireno-Karlin
- “So before I joined Perfect Practice in 2020, my practice, my clinic was really struggling.”Dr. Keta Patel Amin
- “The patient admitted it took a long time to reach a point where she was willing to invest in herself. However, after reaching a 'low place' with her health, she found that the personalized care and life-changing results at Vitality Renewal justified the inves…”Promotional Video
Follow-up questions they answered
- Is Fast To Faith different from traditional diet programs?
- Salli Churchill explains that unlike previous diets she tried for years, Fast To Faith is a 'way of life' that integrates faith and scripture. She found that looking to God for motivation rather than trying to do it all herself was the key difference that made the program work. — Salli Churchill
- What kind of coaching support does Fast To Faith provide?
- Salli worked with coach Kristen Worst, who helped her navigate her detail-oriented nature and 'OCD' tendencies regarding macros. Kristen provided constant text support, answering specific food questions and helping Salli understand how to balance the program with living a normal life. — Salli Churchill
- Are the Fast To Faith supplements effective?
- Salli reports using Hormone Tame, Omega, and Magnesium supplements to stay on track. She specifically credits the magnesium for helping her achieve 'fantastic' sleep and the overall supplement regimen for supporting her 45-pound weight loss journey. — Salli Churchill
- Can a full-time working parent find time for the Institute of Restorative Health programs?
- Rebecca Arsena, a full-time radiology professional and mom to a teenager, initially worried about the time commitment. She found that while the program was intense, the time was very well spent and exactly what she needed to advance her skills. — Rebecca Arsena
- What is the main benefit of the Art and Science of Gastrointestinal Healing course?
- According to Rebecca Arsena, the primary benefit is gaining the confidence to provide clients with life-changing transformations. She specifically noted the value of moving from general education to practical implementation of functional testing. — Rebecca Arsena
- Does the Institute of Restorative Health help grow a coaching business?
- Yes, Rebecca Arsena reported that her business grew immediately after completing her first course, resulting in four new clients and the confidence to approach other functional medicine practitioners for collaboration. — Rebecca Arsena