Health Optimization: Following up from your health screening

At 1doc, we focus on these 3 care pillars (Medical, Fitness, & Nutrition), emphasizing on a holistic approach for a HEALTHIER YOU. Read on to find a testimony from a participant of our health optimization program, HEAL (Healthy Eating, Active Living) with HOPE (Health Optimization Program Experience). HEAL with HOPE is built on the concept that beyond the Medical aspect of care, Fitness & Nutrition are just as important.

For participants of HEAL with HOPE, a team that consists of professionals in these 3 aspects work together to develop a personalized health plan for the patient.

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Matthew’s Story

At the age of 35, I was already diagnosed with the 3-in-1, plus more, namely Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol, Obesity, Gout problem, and Sleep Apnea. Then, at the age of 50, I was told by a doctor that if I do not change my lifestyle and my eating habits, I’m a walking time bomb.

I felt that time was running out and if I were to not do anything, I would end up being a health problem and health burden to my family, notwithstanding the fact that I could end up on a wheelchair or on crutches, or worst of all having my limbs amputated or becoming blind.
Two months ago, I was given the opportunity to attend the HOPE Program, a 4-week program whereby during the first week, we were given a CGM, a Continuous Glucose Monitor which will monitor our blood sugar and we can eat all we want as though it was our usual lifestyle.

Then the next 2 to 4 weeks, we were under the coaching and guidance of the dietitian and doctor whereby the doctor suggested that because my readings were already on the borderline, I could try dropping my insulin jabs totally, and cut down a couple of the other medicines by half. I am happy to say that at the end of the 4 weeks, my weight actually dropped from 84kg to below 80kg, and at one point, it was 78.8 kg.

Moreover, my blood pressure is now very much within the healthy range and I could sleep better and healthier.

— Matthew, HEAL with HOPE Participant

Please note that results may vary according to your health condition. Discuss with an existing health care provider before embarking on this program.