TRUE LEMON® SUPER FAN Renee Santin

We are pleased to introduce you to this month’s Super Fan, Renee Santin! Renee is a true inspiration for anyone that has fallen off track trying to lose weight and/or become healthier.

“I had injured my leg a few years back and I was so embarrassed about my weight that I would not go to the doctor. When I finally did go, he admitted me and said I had a dangerous staph infection. He was very sympathetic and made me feel for the first time in my life, that I was worth fixing. I still had a few false diet starts after that, but then last year I went to Bariatric solutions at the hospital and began a sensible eating program and exercise. When the insurance company dropped the participants who were not going to have bariatric surgery, I joined a gym and began counting calories on my own. I decided I was the only one who could make this happen, and the more I lose, the more mobility I am getting, and the better I am feeling about myself. I have come to realize I am valuable as a human being and have much to offer.

It sounds a little far fetched, but True Lemon® has honestly made my weight loss journey this time a lot easier. It seems not only does the water fill me up with True Lemon®, but when I stick to my regimen of water and walking, it is harder to fail as I see the results and I see a future. Finally, at the age of 48, I will live part of my life as a thin person – on the other side, if you will. Also, I have discovered that there is no magic pill to weight loss; it just takes passion to change. I hope when I reach my goal weight, I can help other obese people to realize the miracle lies within. There is no pill to swallow, no shake to drink. I hope I can show them a little self-love can produce miracles, because I realized the miracle lies in my willingness to reinvent myself; to save my life!”

Renee first came across True Lemon® in the supermarket. “I had been using ReaLemon and was very unhappy with the taste. I decided to try this [True Lemon®] and it tasted like I put the lemon wedge in my water myself!”

Renee uses around 6 packets of True Lemon® a day. “I add one packet to a 20 ounce cup of water at work about 5 times a day, and have one packet in a glass of hot water with my vitamins each morning. Also, I have a tiny blender that makes slushies, and I have made them with a packet of True Lemon®, some Splenda®, and ice – it’s delicious!”

Currently on a 1200 calorie/day diet (recommended by a nutritionist as a safe way to lose weight), Renee has found True Lemon® to play an important role. “The addition of 100+ ounces of water a day (and giving up diet soda) has helped tremendously in my weight loss - 50 pounds since May (2005) - and the lemon flavor has made it become a treat to drink my water – I actually look forward to the tartness. In addition, I am walking and doing weight lifting to build up my muscles every other day.”

When not using True Lemon® herself, Renee is always spreading the word. “I took a sample in to Bariatric Solutions, a part of Blanchard Valley Regional Health Care Center, and I am taking some to Lifestyles for Ladies Only; a health club I belong to. Also, my mom and step dad drink gallons of water. My step dad is a senior athlete who just won the bronze in the Masters Track Championships in Spain, and they love it as well.” Incredible!

Renee is 48 years old, has been married for 24 years, and has a 20 year old daughter. She is a pathology secretary from Findlay, OH, and enjoys reading and independent films.

“When the people at True Lemon® responded to my first testimonial, I was overwhelmed at their personal approach to their customers. So many obese people aren’t taken seriously and are treated with contempt in this world. True Lemon® made me feel I had contributed to something, and I plan to contribute what I am learning on this journey to others who still are huddled at the starting gate afraid to start, or not knowing how to.”