Testimonials
Testimonial - Kathy K , RN
Hello Family and Friends,
Here is the latest on Kathy's condition. Years ago we met a very nice lady walking on the beach, who as it turned out was the Manistee county pathologist. Since then Dr. Linda Hegestrand has pursued another avenue in the medical field, that being holistic medicine. She and Kathy hit it off pretty well at the time, and over the years have continued to communicate via the internet. Dr. Linda is smart as a whip--probably in the genius category. She is a board certified MD with more than one specialty, and also has a Ph.D. in Biochemistry. She really understands how the body's systems work and uses her holistic approach to get these systems into alignment. She doesn't believe in drugs except in extreme cases. We joke about this holistic approach and Kath calls it Linda's "voodoo" medicine. Reluctantly at first, but somewhat as a last resort, Kath was finally convinced to let Linda try to help her with her pain. Last Monday after much testing--blood, saliva, urine, and more, she started her course of treatment. Linda spent 5-6 hours a day with Kathy every day but one this past week. Bottom line, Kathy's pain has diminished substantially, and she feels much better. You can see it in her face, her color has improved, even some of the wrinkles have softened and she looks like a load has been lifted from her shoulders. She not only looks healthier, but her mental state has improved as well and she exudes so much more vitality after only 4 days of treatment. She has had only one dose of her morphine since Monday. She would normally have had multiple doses daily. The treatments will continue for 2 days a week for the next few weeks, and Linda promises continuous improvement. I was no doubt the biggest skeptic at first, but seeing is believing. We only hope and pray that this continues.
Dr. Linda's office is in E. Gr.Rapids, so we were staying at Laurie & Trevor's house, in Kalamazoo all week and only came back to Milford yesterday. We were dog sitting for Laurie while they were vacationing in Arizona, so the arrangement worked out nicely.
If you are interested, I am attaching an article that Dr. Hegestrand wrote for the March/April issue of the "Healing Garden Journal' that explains her philosophy. I had to fold the page down the middle to fit it on the scanner, so please excuse the poor quality.
Best Regards, Tom
Testimonial - Joan J. - Peptide shots
I have had R.A. since 6/03. I believe it was triggered from taking medication of high cholesterol. In January of 2005 I received my first peptide shot for R.A. within 24 hours I was no longer in severe pain. Since then I have received seven shots. I currently only have pain in the back of my left knee when sitting for a long time and then getting up to walk. When the Doctor told me my R.A. could be cured in nine shots, I thought it was too good to be true. Now I know it is true. I haven't taken any pain medication since my first shot.
Wendy Williamson - Muskegon MI - Supplement ProBono
In 2003, at age 50, a dexascan revealed that I had osteoporosis of the hips and osteopenia of the spine. My doctor prescribed Actonel to stop the bone loss and rebuild. I increased my calcium intake both with food and supplements and began walking for my weigh bearing exercise. A year later, my next dexascan results were confusing. It said I had osteopenia - no mention of osteoporosis, which seemed like an improvement - but that I had a 1.6% further bone loss! I took the results to a second doctor and was assured again that the Actonel was helping and to continue on as I had been.
During this time, I started into menopause with hot flashes, sleep loss and anxiety attacks while trying to fall asleep. I chose not to take drugs, preferring natural progesterone cream and homeopathic products to ease these symptoms.
When I read Dr. Hegstrand's article, "Naturally Preventing and Reversing Osteoporosis," I was very interested. I made an appointment and learned that the bone being built by Actonel was a poor quality, brittle bone. Dr. Hegstrand suggested using a supplement instead, called "Pro-Bono," which would build quality bone naturally. She also suggested liquid progesterone instead of the cream I was using.
I was thrilled when I took these products on the very first day because of the way my body reacted. It was like a big sigh of relief, as if my body was finally getting what it wanted. Now that a month has passed I'm feeling better in several ways. Hot flashes are fewer and less intense and I rarely have anxiety attacks before falling asleep. Seem to be sleeping more deeply most nights as well.
I am thankful that I read the article and will be very interested in the results of my next bone scan.
I believe in Dr. Hegstrand and feel she is getting me on the right track to a healthier life!
Testimonial - Bonnie N
I have had digestive problems for years, that flare up
with stress. I have a Hiatal-hernia, a kinked bowel
and IBS, when they flare-up at the same time there is
extreme pain and discomfort. It feels like my gut is
a flaming balloon with no release valve. During my
most recent flare-up I had a cleansing foot bath. I
felt immediate relief and within several hours the
blockages opened up which gave me a sense of
wellbeing. I would recommend the foot bath to anyone
with any digestive problems, especially when they are
active!
Bonnie N Grand Rapids, MI
Testimonial - Kathy L
I started treatment with Dr. Hegstrand, because I had been diagnosed with an autoimmune disease, whose origin is unknown. The effect of this disease, if it remains unchecked, is a significant negative impact on the quality of daily life, because it attacks the body’s ability to stop bleeding once started. My life was fraught with tearful worry!
Dr. Hegstrand has been able to manage this disease for me with a natural approach that is not widely available in the U.S., but is almost immediately effective in many cases. While I am not completely cured, I am experiencing enough improvement in my symptoms to no longer be concerned about this autoimmune disease and its impact on my life. My level of energy has returned to a near normal level.
I feel blessed to have become aware of Dr. Hegstrand’s medical expertise. She shows a dedication to caring for me that has inspired my trust and has given me hope as I’ve worked with her. The results she has been able to bring about in me have influenced my husband and neighbor and some friends to treat with her as well.
I encourage you to consult with Dr. Hegstrand to experience her knowledgeable assessment of how natural approaches can enhance or improve your health. She has changed my understanding of what health maintenance means and has been able to stop the devastating effects of my autoimmune disease when the usual treatments would have greatly weakened my body in other aspects without necessarily managing the problem in the long run.
My experience with Dr. Hegstrand is demonstrative of her methods. She advocates care that strengthens your whole body while treating particular health problems if they exist. She works unceasingly to bring ever-better, leading-edge care to her patients. I feel fortunate that she is one of my medical advisors. I know that my future years as a senior will be enhanced because I am working with her.
