After the series of tests and doctors visits I was diagnosed with the following: Gastritis of the stomach, Gastric Acid Reflux, Irritable Bowel (IBS), Choleric Diarrhea, Lactose Intolerance, Mal-absorption of fat, excessive bile secretion, and High Blood Pressure.

My diet from then mainly consisted of bland foods. I could only occasionally eat fruit or lettuce and could only tolerate one vegetable. My restrictions prevented me from really retaining any real nutrient value. I had to stay away from fried foods, dairy products, and foods with high fat content. I really never thought it could be any other way; therefore I accepted new controlled diet, my declining health and routine of daily medication. After all, people suffer from far worse.

A yearly visit with my specialist resulted in more frustration and doubt. I was instructed to take additional dosages of my medication and since my condition remained unchanged over the years, there really was not much else left to discuss. The visit lasted a total of 15 minutes. That exact day I decided it was time to seek another opinion. I was tired of not feeling well. I had more bad health days than good health days in a given week. I was eating very little but still gaining weight. I felt I had nothing to lose and I owed it to myself. I had trusted the doctors and the specialist to know what was best, but now it was time for me to make the decision to change my life moving forward.

Soon after this episode at the specialist's office I met with Dr. Ria. My first visit was very emotional fro me. Dr. Ria wanted to know what brought me to seek her treatment and advice. I cried as I expressed my true frustration and hopelessness to a complete stranger. Ria immediately made me feel very comfortable and relaxed. She listened attentively to every word I said. She then asked me if I was willing to do whatever it would take to feel well again and get my life and health back on track. Dr. Ria told me it would take time and it would be a lot of work on my part. Ria said we would take it slow -- one week at a time.

I was definitely up for the challenge. I trusted Dr. Ria from the very beginning and after my very first appointment my life began to change. I knew I needed to follow Dr. Ria's instructions, listen to her advice and do exactly as she said. After all, I was committed to feeling well again. Little by little Ria introduced new foods into my diet; real foods including fruits and vegetables. I also began a regimen of nutritional and dietary supplements along with vitamins. My drink of choice was WATER and lots of it.

Dr. Ria was able to identify foods that would trigger problems in my intestinal tract. She offered many alternatives so I could still enjoy a large variety of foods. Ria also suggested certain spices and herbs that are healing and gentle on the system. I continued to meet with Dr. Ria regularly. She followed my progress and I was diligent in following her instructions. Dr. Ria knew there had to be healing of the inflammation to my stomach, intestine, and bowel tract. Years of problems along with medication had left much damage. The build up of toxins needed to be removed from my system with detoxification and cleansing.

In no time at all I was eating foods that I had been unable to eat for years without getting sick or having problems. I was eating a very large variety of foods and quite frankly, I was eating A LOT! I was also completely off all prescription medication within one month.

My overall appearance changed rather quickly as well. The dark circles under my eyes began to disappear. I began to lose weight immediately with the identification of water retention and my new diet. Soon I was 35 lbs. lighter. My skin tone changed from pale, dry and flaky to glowing and smooth. I was sleeping better, felt rested and had an increased energy level. I no longer suffered from daily abdominal pain, indigestion, intestinal problems, bloating or nausea for the first time in 11 years. Routine blood test results came back with numbers much improved from a year prior.

Now, a year later I feel like a different person. I feel healthy inside and out. I have been educated on what foods to eat and what foods to avoid. I have received pointers on food preparation to fit my personal restrictions. I have continued on natural vitamins and mineral supplements and digestive enzymes. I have learned to love to drink water. Ria has identified my individual problems and I am encouraged for the first time in 9 years that I have control over my health and well-being.

I have also come to learn that Dr. Ria is a wonderful listener. She is very supportive, caring, patient, compassionate, loving and faithful. Dr. Ria is a healer.