Ettore Zuccarino, Cape Charles, VA
Dr. Scott Banks has simply been a godsend to me. When I first saw him, my digestive system was a mess. I had been suffering from IBS for many years and was slaved to Prilosec. Competently interpreting the data of a very comprehensive lab report, he guided me in understanding where the problems were and how to overcome them. Dr. Banks advised a well planned program of supplements aimed at re-establishing good health. Within three months I was free of IBS and my digestive system had healed.
With sure diagnostic expertise Dr. Banks also pinpointed the underlying causes of my overall state of inflammation as caused by a condition of Adrenal insufficiency and that too has remarkably improved through the use of appropriate herbal supplements. I recommend Dr. Banks as an astute, knowledgeable diagnostician whose aim is to heal rather than treat patients.
Catharine Hubbard, Eastville, VA
I was shocked when I went in for my annual checkup in August 2007 to learn that my lab tests showed that I had all the signs of being a diabetic. My blood sugar was 183, and my HAIC had increased to 6.6! In addition to my blood sugar abnormalities, my triglycerides were high and my HDL cholesterol had begun to drop. I knew that my weight had increased over the years, but I was now at 177 lbs – more than I weighed when I was pregnant with any of my three boys! I tried to control my diet with little success and my medical doctor recommended that I consult with Dr. Banks to get the nutritional support I needed.
The program consisted of very specific intense (initially weekly) education about my eating patterns (which contributed to the problems), the reasons my system was not producing and utilizing insulin, and the specifics of dietary changes including supplements that would help address my specific needs. At this time, my blood sugar is below 100, my triglycerides have dropped from 223 to 56 and my good cholesterol has gone up 20 points to its highest level. Best of all for my own self image is that I have gone from a size 16 to a size 8-10 in the clothes I wear, and my weight is staying between 139 -141!
For me, this nutritional program not only resolved my potentially life threatening problems, but gave me the knowledge to understand its causes and how to control my behavior to prevent it from occurring in the future.
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Kathy Foreman, Virginia Beach, VA
I had progressive elevation of blood cholesterol and triglycerides over the past several years. I tried taking medications to lower them but could not tolerate them because of muscle pain. In January of 2008, my total cholesterol was 317, and my good cholesterol, or HDL, was low at 31. My triglycerides were very high at 643.
During the time when my cholesterol and triglycerides were elevating, I was also having considerable difficulty with lightheadedness, slight shortness of breath and chest pain. I had extensive testing resulting in the diagnosis of chronic reflux and was placed on medication. I also continued to have muscle pain and was told that this was fibromyalgia.
Dr. Banks worked with me to rebuild my diet and to take the correct nutritional supplements to correct the problem. In May of 2009, my total cholesterol was down to 215, and my good cholesterol was up to 48, which is normal. My triglycerides decreased dramatically to 141. In addition, further testing by Dr. Banks revealed that I had an intestinal yeast infection which was causing both my reflux and the muscle pains from the absorbed toxins. The dietary changes and supplements resolved my digestive problems as well as most of the muscle pain. I also lost weight after following the nutritional plan. My weight is now in the normal range after being overweight for about 20 years!
I also have hemochromatosis, a chronic iron storage disease requiring phlebotomy every 3-4 months for control. My last test of stored tissue iron (ferritin test) before beginning the nutritional program was high at 119. Before my most recent phlebotomy session it was 37. I am now on an every 6-month schedule for phlebotomies.
Before starting my program with Dr. Banks, every day seemed to be a struggle. Now, I look and feel much better, and I am able to function normally. It feels wonderful to have the knowledge needed to take control of my health.
I am grateful to Dr. Banks and his staff for the service they provide. I highly recommend Dr. Banks to anyone who is ready to take control of their health and well-being.
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