Yoli – The Complete Guide [FAQ’s]

Yoli is a company that promotes living a healthy lifestyle through smart consumption, and offers products designed to increase health.  The key benefits Yoli products provide for optimal health are:

• pH buffering
• weight loss or maintenance
• increased energy and mental focus
• and better digestion

Their tagline is, “We help transform lives – physically, emotionally, and financially.”

Yoli comes from the Aztec word, “to live”.  It’s not a crash or starvation diet; it’s a solution to gaining optimal health.  It’s also an entrepreneurial venture.

We highly recommend you try the Yoli Better Body System “Transformation Kit”.

You can click here to learn how to get it at a discount by going on automatic monthly shipments (which you can cancel at any time.)

Lower Cost Alternative to the Transformation Kit?

If budget is a concern, we offer an alternative meal plan and product offerings, which you can purchase through Amazon for a fraction of the price.  This is NOT a replacement for Yoli, but we’ve also focuses on weight loss & alkalization, and gets great results.

After having personally met hundreds of Yoli customers and members, and read hundreds more testimonials, we can absolutely say it works!

Spend just a few minutes reading testimonials HERE, and you’ll get the idea.

Also see: “People Who Lost Over 50 lbs: The Better Body System”

I personally dropped 15 lbs and 3.5 inches on the program (and I didn’t have much to lose).  In addition, the Yoli BBS changed my eating habits.  I’m now eating more often, avoiding refined sugars and carbs and feel terrific.  I chronicled my own story here.

… but I was pretty fit before Yoli.  My story is nothing compared to some of the transformations I’ve witnessed.

After seeing literally thousands of testimonials, I can say with utmost confidence that Yoli is the real deal.  Many more of their testimonials can be found here.

As for weight loss, I recently surveyed a group of Yoli members and customers on Facebook asking them…

… it works folks.

One of the reasons is because it really is simple, and the shakes taste amazing!  I like to add a little bit of peanut butter and half a banana to my shakes (Yeah, technically it’s a small cheat), but the shakes taste like ice cream shakes!  No joke.

So if I go on vacation and gain a few lbs, it’s SO easy to get back on the shakes and meal plan for a few days and easily drop that weight.

This is the key to sustaining meaningful weight loss… consistency.

… and that’s the most important benefit we must first point out in this Yoli diet review.  That people love it, and stay on it.

Contrast that to Medifast, which I tried for a few weeks and quit because I was starving all time.  How happy do you think you’d be to get back on a program that makes you feel miserable?  Not so much.  That’s why Yoli works… because it’s easy and tastes great.

And most importantly, once you drop your weight, it’s easy to maintain your weight, because you’ve learned new eating habits.  Not to pick on our friends and Medifast, but again if we contrast that to Medifast, pretty much all you do is eat Medifast foods.  What are you supposed to do after you’ve lost weight on Medifast and now have to feed yourself all day every day?

The Yoli Transformation Kit contains 4 main products which include Alkalete™, YES™, Passion™, and Pure™. Alkalete is used to neutralize and restore the pH balance in the body. YES is a protein shake which serves 2 purposes which consist of diminishing your overall body fat and and to build muscle. Passion is an energy-boosting drink designed to boost your energy levels and to enhance the body’s metabolism and increase your overall energy levels. Pure is a probiotic which will support and enhance a healthy digestion system.

You can grab the full kit below at retail, or click here to learn how to get it at a discount by going on automatic monthly shipments (which you can cancel at any time.)

The Yoli Better Body System was created for those individuals who want to be in control of their body and to enhance their overall health. This will vary from person to person but the system will help shed pounds and increase muscle mass. The products were also created to boost your overall energy levels and to teach you to eat and live a more healthy style which has wonderful and beneficial overall health effects.

Yoli is not just a diet and exercise plan, but seeks to improve your health and overall wellness by balancing your pH levels and ensuring that you receive essential vitamins and minerals. If you are looking to optimize your health without losing weight while on the BBS, simply increase your daily protein snacks from 2-4 ounces to 10-15 ounces.

You can click here to learn about discounts.

When most people ask how much Yoli costs, they’re most likely referring to Yoli’s flagship product bundle, the 30 Day Transformation kit.  This includes 2 canisters of YES shakes, 2 bottles of PURE, 2 bottles of Alkalete, and a container of Passion.  If you’re a “preferred customer”, it costs $279 plus tax and shipping & handling, which, depending where you live, usually works out to a total of around $310 to $316.

Some people try to buy it on Amazon, but we don’t recommend that as it costs quite a bit more than buying directly from Yoli.

Most people choose to become “preferred customers” getting a big discount on the retail rates.

Also, most people only pay the cost of their products once or twice, because of Yoli’s referral program.  You can learn more about that (as well as the discounts) here.

If you purchase Yoli products “retail”, for example, through Amazon, no, there is no money back guarantee.

If you sign up as a preferred customer (see explanation), Yoli does offer a 30 day money back guarantee.  You simply have to return all used and unused boxes/containers of the products within 30 days of purchase for a full refund.

You can sign up as a preferred customer here.

(Note: Yoli does NOT cover the cost of shipping the products back.)

You can find several Yoli products now being sold in chiropractors’ offices, massage therapists’ offices, and in other health practitioners’ offices.  Some of these business owners purchase Yoli at wholesale pricing and sell it to their clients/patients at a markup.  This would be an example of a retail customer.

It only takes a minute to sign up as a Preferred Customer.  Simply ask for a Preferred Customer Application from the person who first introduced Yoli to you.  If you found Yoli all on your own, we can help you become a “PC”.  The form looks like this:

If you sign up as a Preferred Customer, you enjoy the following benefits:

• 30 Day Money Back Guarantee (retail customers don’t have this)
• Reduced pricing
• Your own Customer portal on YoliLife.com where you can customize and modify your orders

Keep in mind as a preferred customer, You are set up on autoship.  This means that 30 days from your initial order, Yoli will automatically send you another package and bill your card.

Prior to your 30 day renewal, should you need to return your product, or at any time, you wish to change or cancel your order, please call Yoli customer service at 801-727-0877.

Click here to get discounted pricing as a “preferred customer.”

Take it from me, an entrepreneur who makes multiple six digits per year (who didn’t earn his wealth from Yoli)… I can promise you that Yoli is neither a scam nor a pyramid.  They’re an awesome company in great financial shape with passionate leaders.

First of all, let me speak to their financial strength.  I’ve been to their annual conference twice at the Salt Lake City Convention Center where thousands of attendees visited.  Last year our keynote speaker was Robert Kiyosaki (from Rich Dad, Poor Dad) and more recently it was Darren Hardy, former publisher of Success Magazine.

In 2014 they moved into a giant facility.  Let’s just say it’s clear they’re doing very well financially.

Yes Yoli is a network marketing company or an MLM (multi-level marketing) company, but no, MLM’s aren’t bad.

I always have to chuckle when people assume that just because a company distributes its products via independent distributors, that is somehow an evil scheme.  These people might object, “The actual product is super cheap to make, but the MLM has to charge outrageous prices to the end user so all their members/distributors can take their cut.”

How is this model any different than any product on the shelves of Target or Walmart with “traditional” distribution?  Say ABC Company sells a gizmo that retails for $20 at Home Depot.  As you probably know, that gizmo first has to be manufactured before it can be sold at retail outlets like Home Depot.  But there is also typically other operators.  The manufacturer charges ABC Company $5 per gizmo, so it can make a profit.  The manufacturer sells the product to wholesalers for $8.  Wholesalers sell to the retailers for $12.  The retailer than sells it to the end buyer for $20.  Everyone has to take a cut and make a profit.

No.  Pyramids are where the top handful of people who got into the business make all the money, and the company either has no tangible product or it is of little value.  Basically, the only goal of pyramids is to recruit other members into the business.

In Yoli, they have actual physical products… and they’re amazing.  Any distributor can outearn his or her sponsor, and I personally know over a dozen people who are doing that.

Here are a few warning signs from scamwatch.gov about pyramids:

The first thing we would say is that you need to compare the price of Yoli, and initially, yes, $315 is a high-ticket price. But consider the savings you will reap from not eating your traditional breakfast or dinner every night.

For those families who eat out a lot, you will find that you will actually save money by doing the Yoli program.

The next point to consider is that you should view what spend on the YOLI program as an investment in your health.  Many people who believe in the product will make up the cost for program by doing some additional things to offset the cost such as a garage sale, work overtime, or do whatever it takes to be able to buy the transformation kit for a couple of months and lose the weight that they need to lose.

Typically, if you lose a large amount of weight, such as 30 pounds or more, a lot of people will ask you about your weight loss, and at that point, you can use the Refer Three Get One Free program, where once you refer three people to the Yoli Better Body System, you’ll get your kits for free!

Note: You can sign up as a Yoli Member here and learn how to qualify for their FREE products.

So yes, while it’s expensive, most people only find that they only have to come up with the money one or two times before they can refer their three people and then get it free afterwards.

However, after saying all of this, if you can’t refer three people and it’s still a major negative budget-wise, the best alternative, I think, is the Slow Carb Diet, by Tim Ferriss.

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In the Slow Carb Diet, made famous by Ferriss’ book, “The 4 Hour Body,” Full Disclosure: We earn a commission if you click this link and make a purchase, at no additional cost to you. you eat very similar meals to what you would eat on protein days on Yoli, except you don’t eat the five small meals in a day.  You can go ahead and eat three or four larger meals per day.

While Yoli is based out of Utah, they are not a mormon company.  The company definitely has the “feel” as if it is led by Christians.  I’ve heard all of the founders speak and several of them reference God when speaking.  The same goes for many of the high level distributors in the business.

Even though fruits and vegetables are naturally healthy, they are excluded on protein days because the purpose is to start burning up the fat reserves right away instead of continuing to store them in the cells. As fruits and vegetables contain carbohydrates, we want to start burning up the fat reserves which won’t happen if you consume fruits or vegetables on protein only days. You will be returning to include these healthy foods but not until later, but for now, it is vital that follow the program to help you body re-adjust its metabolism and become a fat burning machine.

We should also mention that some vegetables are “free” for any day, even protein days, such as spinach, kale, and broccoli.

Yes, you can add fruit to your Yes shake.  Best practice is to do so only on meal days, but, many people will add them to every shake.  Men, in particular, who tend to lose weight easier than women, may still see excellent results mixing a handful of blueberries or a half of a banana with their shakes, for example.  Regardless of gender, be aware that for best results, you should only add fruit on meal days.

Also, make sure any supplements you use are healthy.  Some people use Greek yogurt, organic peanut butter, cinnamon, bananas, apple sauce, berries, cashew milk and other forms of both fresh and frozen fruit. The best advice is to experiment with healthy additive ingredients to find a flavor that you enjoy.

Here are some other delicious holiday recipes using YES Shakes.

You can see the ingredients are all natural below and mostly speak for themselves.

… but I would like to point out the presence of irvingia.  Irvingia is helpful in making sure our cells don’t resist the hormone leptin (We need leptin for several reasons to make us skinny).  See this article by Dr. Chris Lydon.

Medifast is similar in some ways to the Yoli BBS in that they teach you to avoid sugars and carbs, and both systems offer protein shakes.

The problems I see with Medifast after trying it for a couple weeks are:

• Since they allow zero sugar and carbs, you feel tired all the time on it, so it’s difficult to maintain long term (WebMD characterizes the diet as being so extreme that it’s difficult to stick with it.)
• They provide almost all of your food for you, so when you get off of Medifast, you haven’t really learned to continue eating low carb, making it easy to revert back to your old eating habits

The biggest difference with Medifast is that they don’t have Alkalete, and Alkalete is one of the keys to losing weight.

As for the shakes, Medifast is flavored with salt, fructose, and corn syrup.  YES shakes are sweetened with xylitol and stevia, two much better options.

Of course, when combined with the benefits of Alkalete, Pure, and Passion, this is what separates Yoli shakes from any other protein shake on the market.

Each shake contains 12 grams of protein, which can be applied to any of your protein snacks during the day.  Best results come when taking them as directed, 1 in the morning and 1 at night.

You can have more than 2 shakes per day, but that might not work for all users in the program as each person is different. You might require a bit of experimentation to see what works best for you, but make sure you are getting proper amounts of protein in your system especially on protein day. Many users like to add Greek yogurt to their shakes to enhance the flavor and add protein at the same time so remember to eat properly as your body does need solid food and will respond better if you follow the guidelines of the Yoli program.

Studies show that if you have protein within 30 minutes of waking up, you will feel more “full” throughout the day.  Also you don’t give your body time to go into starvation mode, which is a risk when eating fewer calories than it is used to.  Tim Ferriss speaks at length about this here.

In fact, if there is ANY modification to the Yoli Better Body System we would support , it would be to add more protein to your morning shake.

For example, if you added 1 Tablespoon of organic peanut butter and use Almond Milk instead of water, that will add an extra 12 grams of protein to your Shake.

It’s your own personal choice but if you have reached your desired weight loss then you don’t have to keep taking the shakes. However, you should keep using Alkalete and could also continue taking Pure, Passion and other Yoli products such as Truth, but the shakes can be stopped.

As refined sugar is one of the most unhealthy things a person can eat, YES Shakes are instead flavored with Xylitol and Stevia.

According to AuthorityNutrition.com, Xylitol is a natural “sugar alcohol” found in many fruits and vegetables, has a low glycemic index and doesn’t spike blood sugar or insulin.  It also contains 40% fewer calories than sugar.

Most people tolerate Xylitol well, but one side effect some people get is gas or diarrhea.  Xylitol is a common sweetener that most people’s bodies are used to, so this is a rare occurrence.

The body does seem to adjust very well to Xylitol, though, and most people who report any digestive symptoms on Yoli typically report they only last a short time (less than a week).

If taken with Pure, few people report any digestive issues while taking Yes Shakes.  If you have IBS or any other digestive problems, though, as we always say, be sure to consult a doctor before using Yoli.

One of the best descriptions provided in how Alkalete works and how it improves your overall health is best described  by Dr. Aaron Street.

In his Alkalete youtube video, Dr. Street specifically discusses how Alkalete works to improve the overall health of our body. Alkalete is specifically designed to lower the acidity levels in your body. The acidity levels in your body often increased by the food you eat such as dairy products, meats, fast foods, coffee and can also be raised by stress and over exertion from excess exercise.

Any or all of these factors can cause your pH levels to reduce and become more toxic. The reason is because the body counters the increased acidity by robbing other cells from the muscle, bone cells and other cell membranes to obtain the minerals it needs to restore its require pH levels.

And, when the body can not longer use natural bodily processes to eliminate the acidity, it begins to store the excess acidity in the fat cells which begin to swell well beyond their normal size. At that point the swollen fat cells begin to secrete hormones and this helps to contribute in creating an unhealthy environment. The overall effect is to decrease your overall health and can contribute to a variety of health problems.

Alakalete was specifically designed to realign your body’s pH levels using a combination of unique alkalizing minerals to counter the toxic effect of excess acidity that has built up in your body  over time.

Alkalete helps to lower the acidic levels in your body and stop the robbing and storage of excess acidity in your fat cells, along with stopping the production of harmful hormones. As the fat cells begin to return to their normal size, Alkalete will then help the body to start to restore the reserves of vital minerals and nutrients your body needs. When the fat cells begin to become restored to their normal size this will reduce inflammation.

The result is that you will increase your energy levels as the body begins to absorb the vital minerals and nutrients from the food you consume. As you continue to use Alkalete the process becomes even more sustainable over your lifetime. Just remember that the Yoli body system is not really a weight loss system, it’s really a health gain system and often has the side effect of weight loss.

You can order Alkalete at discounted “preferred customer” rates here.

Yes, because you have to remember when your body builds up excess acidity, it robs minerals from your body from the bones, muscles and other cells. Excess acidity begins to become absorbed in the fat cells causing them to swell.

So, even though you might think that taking minerals will counter this process, the body will not necessarily successfully absorb these minerals to counter the loss of the minerals caused by the excess acidity.  To properly absorb minerals and nutrients, the body has to detoxify first before it will properly begin to absorb these vital minerals.

Alkalete not only reduces the toxins in the fat cells and other cells, the process also allows the body to more efficiently absorb the nutrients you consume without having to rob the cells to utilize these vital minerals and nutrients. This is why Alkalete is more effective than just taking minerals!

A loading dose is a way to begin to restore the pH levels in your body back to normal.

Each individual is different and has different goals which they hope to derive from the Yoli Better Body System. The loading dose recommended is 1 per 25 lbs of your overall weight. The most important thing to remember is that you want to make your body more alkaline.

Keep in mind that muscle mass is heavier than fat, so it’s important to focus on how many inches you lose versus pounds as your cells begin the detoxification process.  Keep in mind that Yoli is actually a health gain system which also has a side effect of weight loss. The loading dose will be dependent on the level of acidity already stored in your fat cells so again each individual will be different in what they need in terms of the loading dose.

The loading dose is required for a minimum of 7 days.  After that, move to 2 capsules in the morning, and 2 at night.

Yes, in fact clinical trials have been performed showing that Alkalete works. How the Yoli Better Body system improves a person’s health is described by Dr. Mike Okouchi.

The trial involving the Yoli Better Body System was conducted over an 8 week period with patients 23 – 68 years of age. At the end of the trial, it was found that on average, cholesterol levels dropped by as much as 50 points; Triglyceride levels dropped by as much as 30 points and that Fasting Blood Glucose levels dropped by as much as 15 points. The whole purpose of the Yoli Better Body System is not just about losing weight, it’s about improving your health for the rest of your life.

Also see: What Makes Alkalete so Unique with Dr. Robert Burns

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Alka-Balance[/earnist_link]?” class=”question”]Alkalete works differently from Alka –Balance. Although Alka-Balance is a fine product, it is essentially a water based products which contains alkaline mineral supplements including calcium, potassium and magnesium along with several other similar ingredients.

The problem is that these when you consume an alkaline based product such as Alka-Balance, the gastric acids in the stomach quickly removed by the acidic effect. Alkalete is different because it is a complex designed to protect the alkaline minerals from the acidic effects of the gastric system and allows the minerals to be released in the lower intestine for a more beneficial effect.

As a preferred customer an Alkalization Kit (2 bottles of 60 capsules each) costs $59.98 plus tax, Shipping and handling.  Click here for retail pricing and to learn how to get Alkalete for FREE.

We understand that the bottle says 1 capsule for every 25 pounds but the 30 Day Transformation Kit instructional guide says to take 2 capsules in the morning and 2 at night, so this can be confusing.

The consensus amongst the “Yoli doctors” has been to take a loading dose for 7 days, which is 1 capsule per day for every 25 lbs of weight, and then move to 2 in the morning and 2 at night.

Yes, that is fine.

Many diseases develop because of acidic waste that builds up in the body, due to unhealthy eating and lifestyle habits, and from stress.

As the body requires a specific pH level to maintain good health, it will compensate and try to reduce the acidity through a variety of natural processes. But, when this isn’t sufficient, it will compensate by beginning to store the excess acidity in your fat cells which begin to swell and produce unhealthy hormones. This contributes to many diseases and also exacerbates many diseases.

By using the Yoli Better Body System, you begin to restore the body’s pH levels and as the toxicity is reduced, many, many people have been able to see a vast improvement in their overall health.

See the following research:

• Diet-Induced Acidosis: Is it Real and Clinically Relevant? – Dr. Joseph Pizzorno, Lynda A. Frassetto, and Joseph Katzinger
• Tired, Overweight – You Might be Too Acidic – Natasha Turner, ND
• Acidosis and Its Effects on Health – Michael Lam MD, MPH
• Excessive Acidity and Urinary Disorders – Dr. Susan E. Brown, Ph. D, CCN

See the following resources:

• The Alkaline Diet: Is There Evidence That an Alkaline pH Diet Benefits Health? – Gerry K. Schwalfenberg MD, CCFP, FCFP
• Alkalinity, Weight Loss, and Energy – Tony Robbins, Life Coach and Creator of Living Health
• LivingPhit.com Testimonials 

At Living Phit we preach that you can absolutely achieve better health by eating more, high alkaline foods, but you would most likely still be acidic.  The problem is the lack of alkalizing minerals in our soil, which has led to the majority of the population in the U.S. being acidic, according to Dr. Joseph Pizzorno.

And most people simply aren’t consistent with an alkaline diet.

For this reason we feel it is best to supplement with Alkalete.

No.  Just 2 at night before you go to bed.

No.  The 2 capsules are all that is needed to promote improved digestive health.

Yes, that is fine.  Just don’t double up all at the same time.  (for example, taking 4 one evening because you missed the night before)

It’s best if you stick to taking Pure before bed, regardless of the time of day.

Some users have experienced some almost flu like symptoms when they started on the program. Don’t be alarmed as these may be an indication of the detoxification process and should pass after a few days or so.

Some ways that some users alleviated these symptoms was to reduce the amount of Pure to one tablet per day while others were able to counter the symptoms by taking in a higher water intake.

The best thing to do is to follow your doctor’s advice. You might want to tell your doctor about the Yoli program and show your doctor what ingredients are contained in Pure and then follow their advice until they tell you it’s safe to resume with program.

Aloe juice is a healthy choice and will have the added benefit of helping keeping you regular. Alternatively, several other readers have suggested that other healthy liquids to consume along with taking Pure include coconut oil and Fruit of the Earth.

It’s always best to check with doctor to ensure that there are no medical conflicts between what you have been prescribed as these medications vary. However, a number of Yoli users in similar circumstances reported that they had no issues when combining an anti inflammatory and pain relievers while taking Pure.

Most Yoli users have not encountered any problems when bringing their Yoli products on a trip, but a few have reported that they were ordered to open a closed container. However, when they explained what the product was and that it was similar to an energy drink, they were cleared without any further problems.

Some users have encountered constipation issues when they first start on the program.  Many people are eating a lot of protein while on the BBS, and that is the real culprit, not Pure.  In fact, in many cases, you should take MORE Pure to alleviate constipation, and be sure you drink plenty of water.

Another common obstacle is when people begin the BBS they also quit drinking coffee in the morning, which had kept them regular.  Rest assured that your digestive system should adjust quickly to all the changes and in the worst of cases, an over the counter stool softener should do the trick.

How much caffeine is in Passion?  Will it give me the Jitters?

Passion contains just 110 mg of caffeine taken from green tea extract.  It is intended to be taken first thing in the morning and again in the afternoon for a boost of energy (without the crash), hydration, and acts as a mild appetite suppressant.

How does its caffeine content compare to a soda, cup of coffee, or other drinks?

Here are a few notable drinks and their caffeine content:

• Grande Starbucks coffee (16 oz) – 330 mg
• Starbucks Tazo Earl Grey (16 oz) – 115 mg
• 5 Hour Energy (1.9 fl oz) – 208 mg
• Red Bull (8.4 fl oz) – 80 mg
• Coca-cola/Coke Zero (12 oz) – 35 mg

Some people have reported they got the “jitters” after taking Passion.  This is rare and typically only those who are ultra sensitive to caffeine will experience this.  The nice thing about Passion is you can simply cut your dose in half and you should be fine, or try taking Thermoburn instead.

You can grab some Passion at a “preferred customer” discounted rate here.

Passion is a Yoli product which is used as an energy drink to boost your energy levels. It does not contain any perervatives and the all natural ingredients are not pasteurized as this process tends to destroy the effects of the healthy ingredients.

It’s also proven that a cold drink first thing in the morning lowers your core temperature and helps you to lose weight.  In fact, it can boost your metabolism by 24% to drink 16 oz of cold water in the morning.

Here are the ingredients for the Berry flavor.  The other flavors are similar.

You can buy Passion here.

Passion costs around a dollar for an 8 oz while if you buy it in bulk form it will be even cheaper. If you compare the cost of passion to many other similar products you will see that this is a great buy with the added advantage that is has no chemicals, artificial coloring or harmful preservatives.

The answer is yes and many users have more than 2 helpings of Passion. It’s a great substitute for coffee and soda based products and will boost your energy without the negative health effects. Some people have even kicked their coffee/soda habit altogether because as you know coffee and soda are very acidic products…  something we all want to avoid while on the Yoli system.

Some users are a initially a little put off by the residue left in the bottom of their container but a simple solution to resolve this minor little problem is simply to add more water. Cold water also seems to add more residue so it might be best to use water which is closer to lukewarm.  Stirring with a fork rather than a spoon also helps.

You have a broad range of flavors to select from including Melon, Berry, and Grape so you have a broad variety of choices and can even play around with the flavors by enhancing them if you need to with some other healthy additive or juice.

Some people enjoy mixing them to create their own Passion creations!

First off, Yoli should not be used as a substitute for medical care from your primary care physician, and be sure to read our full health disclaimer.  We urge you to review the contents of all of YOLI products with your doctor before you start the program or if you have already commenced the program.

So while we cannot say definitively that Yoli is absolutely safe for pregnant women, many users have reported they used various Yoli products with minor or no problems.

Many Yoli users who were pregnant also provided the following suggestions:

• Maintain a caloric intake of between 1500 – 1800 calories per day – You must be sure to eat enough calories.  Many users have suggested doing meal days every day and skipping the protein only days.  You can also modify what you intake by replacing carbs with healthy green vegetables.
• Be Careful of Caffeine – While most MDs say caffeine is optional while pregnant, be aware that Yoli Passion does contain small amounts of caffeine.  Some users suggest that you if are concerned about ingesting caffeine you might want to avoid both Passion and Thermoburn, and perhaps Dream which contains Valerian root (which is somewhat controversial in its impact on pregnancy.)
• Enjoy the Following Benefits – Many users have found that Alkalete helped with combating acid reflux and that Pure helped to avoid constipation.
• Drink lots of water – (whether you’re taking Yoli or not, right?)

If you have any concerns about the all-natural ingredients found in the Yoli products and about how the Yoli program is set-up the you might also ask your doctor, a nutritionist or a licensed midwife to find out what adjustments you would have to make in the Yoli program so that you can feel both safe and confident with your pregnancy.

Again, be sure to read our disclaimer, but I will say we’ve had many Yoli users report they have taken Yoli products while breastfeeding without incident.  The first thing to keep in mind is that Yoli is made from “All – Natural” products and contains no preservatives, artificial ingredients or toxins.

Similar to our previous question, women who have been using Yoli and who are breastfeeding point out that it is vital that you maintain a caloric intake of between 1500 – 1800 calories per day to maintain good health.  As one user points out, “Every day should be a meal day” when on the Yoli program.

However, you might want to avoid any product which contains caffeine while pregnant, so you might want to skip on the Passion or Thermoburn products. Also, pregnanat women should definitely consult with their doctor about “Dream”.  It contains Valerian root which is considered somewhat controversial when it comes to pregnancy. If you have any concerns about the content contained in any of the Yoli products, you should take them to your pediatrician or lactation nurse and ask them for their professional opinion.

As a rule of thumb, what’s safe for mom is also safe for both babies and children. Some of our users have discovered that after being on the program, their milk production increased and their babies were less colicky as an added bonus. If you are pregnant, just remember to follow your meal days because your caloric intake is very important to achieve optimum health while pregnant.

My daughter, Julianna (5), LOVES Truth.  It’s a great alternative to sugary juices.  We give it to her literally every day!

You can buy Truth here.

Again, while every situation is different, and each individual should consult with his or her personal physician prior to using Yoli, we have seen hundreds of testimonials from elderly individuals who have used Yoli without incident.

First of all, you should always consult your primary care doctor prior to trying any of the Yoli products, if you have a health condition or are currently under the care of a doctor.

We’ve devoted an entire section to helping answer questions about medical conditions.  Click here to see our Medical Conditions section.

The first week you can expect many adjustments in your body.  You’ll be eliminating refined sugar and carbs, cutting down or eliminating your caffeine (soda/coffee) use, eating more often, and probably eating a bit less than you are used to.

There really are quite a few changes going on for you mentally and physically during the first week, and it’s really important you understand them, as some users have left negative Yoli diet reviews because they don’t understand the detox process.

I know for myself, I wasn’t hungry at all throughout the day, but it did feel a little bizarre getting out my usual routine.  For example, it just felt weird eating a shake for dinner.  It’s not that it wasn’t delicious or that it wasn’t filling… it was.  It was just a little weird not having a standard dinner for dinner.  I got over that after a few days.  (Like I said, there are mental changes going on too.)

Physically, the first week affects everyone differently.  You may experience a bit of hunger the first few days.  If that’s the case, you can drink some more water and eat an extra protein snack (if needed).  It’s also possible you’ll experience a bit of fatigue, or even skin rashes, due to the detoxification process.  See our Common Roadblocks Section for more info about this, or any other issues you encounter.

Dr. Mike Okouchi has also put together the following graphic illustrating what is going on during the first few weeks:

It’s important to remain hydrated, so you’ll be starting your day right off taking the Passion™ energy drink. This should be followed a YES™ shake 30 minutes later, which gives your body some vital nutrients, and help you burn fat while protecting your muscles.  You burn protein when you sleep so that’s the reason why you want to include a protein intake first thing when you wake up.

On day 3 you get take in some carbohydrates at lunch, so make sure you don’t skip this meal.  Once you make it past day 3, and can essentially have some carbs almost every other day, you’ll feel terrific, and it’s very easy from there.

You can exercise but most users recommend that that reduce your overall duration and intensity by as a much as half of what you regularly do, especially during the first few weeks while your body is adjusting.

Remember that you are not including as many carbohydrates in your diet, so if you lifting weights you might end up feeling more fatigued than usual. It’s recommended that you let your body adjust especially for the first week when you start the program. The body is in the process of metabolizing the fat storage you have already built up rather than the carbs that you normally burn off.

Take it easy for the first week and maybe reduce your physical activity to something less stressful such performing some light walking.

Exercise is always a healthy choice especially for the cardio-vascular system, but it is not essential for the Yoli system. You will derive many of the health effects by using the Yoli Body System as it both your diet and nutrition will improve by following the program.

Also, you will be burning up fat which has become stored in the cells, changing how your body metabolizes and cleanse your system of toxins which is the primary goal of Yoli. Exercise will help to increase the metabolic effects and may help you lose more weight and at a faster rate.

However, if you are already in an exercise program or thinking of starting one as you begin the Yoli program, many users recommend that you only perform a very light exercise regime in the first 2 or 3 weeks to allow your body adjust to the changes as heavy exercise may leave feeling fatigued. You can gradually increase your exercise program as you progress along with the program.

If you haven’t quite reached your weight loss goals, then we recommend that you use the 30 Transformation Kit again until you have reached your goals. If you have reached them, congratulations! We now recommend that you get started with one of Yoli’s Lifetime Kits to maintain your newly improved health.

I’ll let our friend Mark Plettner take this one, as he recently published a post on this exact question.

So much focus is on “transformation” or re-acquiring good health and less focus is on maintenance of the healthy results of the transformation.

pH buffering is pretty self evident. Our food sources simply don’t provide enough alkalization at the cellular level. The additional acidic impacts that are unavoidable from foods, activities, stress have continuing daily impacts. That is why Alkalete is a wonderful support because it is designed to survive the digestive process to allow absorption in the intestines providing daily buffering at the cellular level.

Similarly, the digestive process is responsible for the majority of immune function. Ensuring proper gut/intestine function with probiotics such as Pure is key to maximizing your immune system which translates directly to handling both acute and chronic disease. One of the lesser focused benefits of the YES protein shakes is glutathione. Glutathione is an important antioxidant in preventing damage to important cellular components caused by reactive oxygen species such as free radicals, peroxides, lipid peroxides and heavy metals. It is used in metabolic and biochemical reactions such as DNA synthesis and repair, protein synthesis, prostaglandin synthesis, amino acid transport, and enzyme activation. Thus, every system in the body can be affected by the state of the glutathione system, especially the immune system, the nervous system, the gastrointestinal system, and the lungs.

This is just a short look at what I consider essential contributions that some of YOLI’s products provide for supporting critical healthy lifestyle function beyond transformation. The rest of YOLI’s products provide energy and nutritional support and healthy alternatives to maintain your new healthy lifestyle avoiding processed sugary carb laden foods/beverages and additives that support shelf life, low cost manufacturing and negative health impacts. Enzymes are also a targeted product that can help folks that have difficult digestive issues that need additional support. Just my thoughts…..

Keeping hydrated is very important as the intake of fluids will help flush out the toxins that you have stored in your body. This could include water, Yoli Truth™ or Fun™ daily.

However, you should avoid all soft drinks or any fluid which contains sugars or carbs, and other chemicals or preservatives. Healthy hydration will help you continue to restore the pH balance in your body and restore your tissue health.

You can buy Yoli Fun here.

You can eat a snack but we recommend that generally restrict yourself to protein type snacks such as chicken, fish, steak or turkey, seeds or nuts, or beef jerky.

Remember that the reason why you feel hungry is because the body is burning fat so avoid carbohydrates although you would okay if you include any type of low carbohydrate yogurt. Also, you could try a YES™ shake or hydrate with TRUTH™ or FUN™, which will also help reduce the hunger.

You can buy Yes Shakes and Truth here.

Remember that the Yoli Body System is about fat burning and that weight loss is secondary.

You will see a reduction of inches, but it is vital that your body adjusts before you transition. Your energy levels will begin to become restored, but generally you can begin the move to the Fast Track Maintenance Burn after around 2 weeks, but it really depends on the individual goals that you have set for yourself and which is different for each person on the program.

You’re shrinking even though the scale isn’t going down as fast as it was before.  Even small loses can have a significant impact on your appearance and the size of clothing you are wearing.

What mistakes should I avoid when I start Yoli?

The biggest mistake I see users make on Yoli is eating snacks that they consider to be “healthy”, but contain sugar.  Here are a few examples:

• fruit – contains sugar
• yogurt – contains sugar
• quinoa – contains carbs (sugar)
• granola bar

Remember the Yoli system doesn’t teach to eat fewer calories.  It’s about avoiding sugar and carbs, especially on protein days.  So while a granola bar might only be 100 calories, it contains 8 grams of sugar, so yeah, it’s technically a cheat.

You must also ensure that your snacks do not contain hidden sugars.

What are the keys to losing weight on the Yoli BBS?

As our friend at Yoli, Mark Plettner, says: “Weight management under the YOLI BBS is a systematic process of adopting and maintaining a healthy lifestyle that incorporates 5 core lifestyle values (1) Smart consumption (2) Adequate hydration (3) Appropriate exercise (4) Consistent sleep and (5) Positive productive mental focus. These are daily lifestyle choices that depend entirely upon personal actions. YOLI’s products support and optimize these personal actions.”

The results on BBS will vary from person to person and depending on their individual goals. Many users have incredible results on BBS in the first month especially when it comes to weight loss (many lose 20 lbs or more) and an improvement in their health.

Other users express disappointment for their month as they have not achieved the results they were hoping for but many of these were pleased as time progressed. You just have to keep in mind that every person’s body is different as age and your current state of health will be impacted differently, so it’s important to be patient and seek advice when you need it.

Many users feel great from the moment they start on the BBS. Some users on the other hand encounter a variety of physical symptoms such as feeling weak, unable to sleep, constipation, headaches and light headedness.

Eventually, all or most of these symptoms will disappear in a few days or the first week or so and if you make a few adjustments. Eventually, your energy levels will increase and you will start to begin very healthy as you progress further along in the program and body detoxifies.

Yes you can and it’s even suggested in the BBS program. Lets face it, we all do it anyway and it’s good for the spirit to cheat once in awhile. So, in recognition of this and our need to treat ourselves occasionally, a cheat meal is even a part of the program so long as you don’t overdo it.

While Yoli is unable to make any claims about helping with specific health conditions such as ulcerative colitis, we can say that many UC sufferers (outside of Yoli) report better intestinal health when minding their diet.  (It is common knowledge that diet directly impacts (ulcerative) colitis.)

Many high carb and acidic foods are known to exacerbate colitis “flare ups”, such as:

• potatoes
• soda
• sugar
• and alcohol

Medical professionals also point out that eating only 1-2 big meals per day can aggravate ulcerative colitis as well.

Obviously, the foods mentioned above are avoided on the Yoli BBS, and Yoli teaches us to eat smaller meals, more often.  In addition, Yoli promotes better digestion and reduces inflammation throughout the body, but it should definitely not be seen as a cure or treatment for colitis.

We would also strongly caution anyone with colitis not to confuse the “Yoli meal plan” with some authoritative guide to eating for ulcerative colitis.  In fact, some of the foods allowed in the Yoli diet may actually cause flare-ups, such as:

• caffeine
• nuts
• and fruits with seeds (such as strawberries)

In the end, while Yoli does promote better health and improved digestion, if you have UC, we strongly recommend you speak to your attending physician before trying Yoli.

Yoli should not be considered as a means to treat this disease, but it can help you feel much healthier in general.

First off, Yoli should not be used as a substitute for medical care from your primary care physician, and be sure to read our full disclaimer.

The thyroid is a tricky organ.   While Yoli can’t make any claims to help with thyroid health, it is clear from multiple sources that thyroid health is naturally improved by eating healthy and detoxifying the body.

According to Chris Kresser, (M.S., LA.c), the thyroid gets placed under a lot less stress by a multitude of diet related issues such as blood sugar swings, gut dysfunction, and inflammation.  Therefore it would stand to reason that any wellness plan that includes healthier eating, promotes better digestion, and alkalizes the body (which helps lower systemic inflammation), could help improve thyroid function over time.

Just keep in mind the thyroid may not recover overnight, so don’t be discouraged if you have a thyroid condition such as hypothyroidism.  Dr. Mike Okouchi says many damaged hormonal functions can take 6-9 months to correct.

Many people are diagnosed with hypothyroidism, but that isn’t the main issue. You have to work on what was broken upstream such as the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis…blood sugar balance which is influenced by pH balance and insulin receptor sensitivity. Also the need to restore enzymatic function. All in all, if you’re struggling with weight loss and have thyroid issues, know that your body protects itself by gaining weight, and your focus shouldn’t be on weight loss, but rather repairing the hormonal system. That takes time!

Please refer to our disclaimer.  While Yoli is unable to make any claims about helping people with gout, we do know that many gout sufferers who have alkalized their bodies have seen relief.

The reason is that many of the foods consumed by people who suffer from gout are simply too acidic. Most gout sufferers know the foods and beverages they should avoid, but the average North American diet tends to be too acidic.

Gout is caused by the formation of urate crystals in the joints caused by high levels of uric acid that can be removed by the kidneys. The human body is finely balanced machine that requires a slightly higher alkaline pH level to stay in good health. The body tries to naturally adjust its own healthy pH levels through a variety of metabolic processes but can’t always do so which can exacerbate someone who is prone to having attacks from gout.

Yoli is a program that first helps the body to detoxify and reduce the acid already established in the fat cells of your body and helps the body to restore to its own natural and required pH levels, helping it to eliminate the existing acidic levels in your body that have built up over time, and teaches you how to maintain good healthy eating patterns.

If you are considering taking Yoli to improve your overall health and have gout, be sure to speak to your attending physician first.

While we at Living Phit won’t make any claims about what Yoli can do for gout, and neither will Yoli, we thought you might enjoy these testimonials we found on the Empowered by You group on Facebook.  We have removed their names for privacy.

#1.  I had gout issues for 18 years, Yoli is the answer. Get on a T-Kit and load dose Alkalete and stay on it long enough for your body to detox, may take 2 to 6 months depending on the individual. Stay in touch with your doctor along the way concerning any med’s you are taking for gout. I have been med free for over 10 months now! I am one happy camper.

#2.  Started April 1st of this year. Used to get gout every 3-4 weeks. Uric Acid level was at a 13.4 on blood tests just prior to this. Never taken anygout meds, just dealt with it. At first, experienced gout one more time, very early on. I would say at maybe a 75% of a normal experience of gout. Gotten blood tests taken again in July. Best blood test results in many years, if not ever. Uric Acid level was at a 8.8. Gout has been gone for some time now. Every once in a while it gets a minor sensation at best of coming back, but by the very next day, the sensation is gone. It’s a blessing, as I still eat red meat and shell fish that both trigger gout, but due to what Akalete and Yoli has done for me, I can continue to eat the food that I love, and not worry about getting gout. A true blessing!

Dr. Mike Okouchi explained the other day why people experience gout one additional time, and that is because Alkalete releases acid from people’s fat cells, and that is exactly what caused my last session of gout. My body soon removed this issue, and now, I’m not worried.

It’s amazing what happens when you rid your body of toxins and acidic waste, and perhaps lose a bit of weight.  It seems to heal itself of many ailments.

So while Yoli should not be considered a “treatment” for diabetes, and we cannot say Yoli helps with diabetes, we have researched multiple reports from non-Yoli-using diabetics who have lost weight and alkalized their bodies, either by alkaline and healthy eating or supplementation, and reported numerous health benefits in helping them get their diabetes under better control.

We can also say that we’ve seen many reports from Yoli users with diabetes, and that overall the comments have been positive.

One of the primary benefits of the Yoli system is that the system aids in weight loss and in reducing your glucose intake levels. The Yoli system will help you improve your diet and help you avoid foods which might be contributing or exacerbating your diabetes. Our western diet generally tends to be unhealthy for the majority of diabetics and the Yoli system helps you reverse and overcome these dietary obstacles that contribute to diabetes.

Yoli also helps you restore pH levels to what they should be which improves your body’s natural immune system. For any medical condition, you always consult with your doctor before you start a new program such as Yoli to ensure it is safe for you as there are other medical conditions which  may impact your health as well.

While we can’t make any claims at Living Phit about what Yoli can do for diabetics, and nor can Yoli, we are happy to highlight testimonials from other people talking about what they feel Yoli did for them.

We recently posted an article: 45 Diabetics Who Crushed their Disease by Going Alkaline

Take a look.  Many of those testimonials came from diabetics we found and interviewed in the Empowered by You Facebook group.

Yoli isn’t meant as a diet plan but is a means to make you and your lifestyle more healthy which can ultimately result in helping people lose weight. It can take some time before your metabolism adapts and changes to become more effective to help you burn more calories.

But I think an honest Yoli diet review will include the good and the not so good…

I recently surveyed the Empowered by You Facebook group, a group of Yoli members and customers how much they lost during the first 30 days (for those who had over 20 lbs to lose).  Here are their responses:

As you see, some people have lost significant amounts of weight while others may only lose a few pounds at the outset.

Some people report losing inches without losing any weight because their body replaces fatty tissue with lean muscle.

Many women have reported that Yoli has helped them with reducing their menstrual cramps, and some women have initially reported varying changes with their menstrual cycles when they first start with the Yoli program.

Some women have also reported a decrease in bloating.

While Yoli should not be considered a “treatment” for ADHA, we’ve witnessed a great many reports from parents (not Yoli related) who say they’ve seen their children’s disease improve when avoiding sugary foods, soda, candy and cake, for example.

One way some parents of children with ADHD are using Yoli is to offer them Passion or the YES shakes, which can be a wonderful substitute for many of the sugary cereals  and treats that kids like so much.

By reducing sugary foods, many parents have reported that child improved their concentration and focus levels and have become calmer.  Remember that Yoli is not a cure but should be seen as a lifestyle change.

While Yoli is unable to make any specific claims to helping people with rheumatoid arthritis, we can definitively say that many RA sufferers have (not taking Yoli) have found relief from the ravages of this disease by eating a more alkaline diet and cutting out sugar, trans fats, omega 6’s, and refined carbs, all of which cause inflammation.

Rheumatoid arthritis is a systemic inflammatory disease that is chronic. This is a condition that mainly affects the joints in the body.  Although the condition is not completely understood, we do know that the body needs to maintain a specific pH level for it to maintain good health, and doing so could help reduce the effects of RA.

Many of the foods that we eat in our North American diet such as red meats, fast foods and other foods are actually very acidic in nature. The body constantly needs to adjust and lower the acidic levels which it does through respiration, urination and other metabolic processes. However, it can only do so much and it counters this build up of acidosis by beginning to store these toxins in the fat cells. As a result, these fat cells become swollen well beyond their normal size requirement and they begin to emit harmful hormones. This is one of the main causes of inflammatory health related diseases.

Yoli is a wellness program that helps restore the body’s pH levels through a detoxification process. Over time, the swollen fat cells are able to eliminate the build-up of acidic toxins and become restored once again to their normal size.

Therefore it can be of great help to chronic rheumatoid arthritis sufferers to alkalize the body either by eating an alkaline diet or taking alkalizing supplements.

If you have RA, be sure to speak to your primary care physician before trying Yoli, to see if it is right for your particular situation.

While at Living Phit, we can’t definitely say that the BBS helps with RA, (and neither can Yoli), we can certainly point you to testimonials:

See: http://www.livingphit.com/rheumatoid-arthritis-alkaline-diet/ 

The medical community is not entirely clear what causes Crohn’s as it is believed that the disease might stem from either an abnormal immune response and may also be hereditary. Many physicians are of the opinion that the flare ups which stem from Crohn’s can be enhanced by either diet or stress.

Although the Yoli program will not cure Crohn’s, the natural detoxification process that re-establishes the body’s required pH levels, and the healthy eating habits which the program promotes, are definitely good practices to set in place if you have Crohn’s.

As is the case with any health condition, if you get your body in as optimal health as possible, it can sometimes do the “healing” work all on its own.

If you have Crohn’s and are considering trying Yoli, be sure to speak to your doctor about Yoli to see if it is right for your particular situation.

It’s amazing what happens when you rid your body of toxins and acidic waste, and perhaps lose a bit of weight.  It seems to heal itself of many ailments.

Here’s a testimonial from one Yoli user who attributes her migraine relief to Yoli:

I was missing 2 days a WEEK because of my migraines by October of 2013.  I started Yoli November 1, 2013.  By Christmas I was not taking ANY migraine medication.  And I haven’t missed a day of work since November 3.

So while Yoli should not be considered a “treatment” for headaches, we can say that it’s always a good thing to lose weight and detoxify your body of acidity and sugary foods.  When you do, who knows?  You could see improvements in multiple areas of health, including relief from headaches and migraines.

While we cannot say definitely if Yoli helps with fibromyalgia, we at Living Phit have seen many individuals who suffered from fibromyalgia improve their condition by losing weight and alkalizing their bodies.

Many people we interviewed found that the pain they were incurring from this painful disease either disappeared completely or found that their level of pain was significantly reduced.

It’s amazing what happens when you rid your body of toxins and acidic waste, and perhaps lose a bit of weight.

While we can’t say whether Yoli is directly related to helping with acid reflux, we have seen multiple reports of people getting off medications and improving their acid relux by eating alkaline or taking other alkaline supplements.

One of the main goals is to reduce the acidity in the body’s cells as the body is meant to be more alkaline and this is one of the many benefits that can be found especially when taking alkalizing supplements and changing your diet from one which may be highly acidic to one which is more alkaline.

While Yoli is not intended to prevent or treat any medical condition, we have seen a great many people with eczema and psoriasis reporting significant improvement while on a detox and weight loss program, especially combined with alkalizing products and probiotics.

Skin conditions such as these can be an indicator or physical response to the excess build up of acid waste in the fatty cells of the body.

Yes!  We have written extensively about this subject and provided testimonials at:

http://www.livingphit.com/alkaline-diet-eczema-and-psoriasis-skin/

While Yoli is not able to say that the BBS helps with any of these conditions specifically, there are several testimonials from Yoli users who have had positive results on the BBS.

The best way to find them is to join the Empowered by You Facebook group and use the search feature at the top of the page for the condition you are interested in. The cool thing about this group is everyone there is already a member or customer, so there is no selling going on there, just real life testimonials.

Keep in mind that Yoli promotes better health, and sometimes, as a side-effect to overall improved health, people do experience relief from medical ailments.  Always see a doctor before trying Yoli if you have a medical condition or are taking any prescription medications.

You should always consult with your physician to ensure that any of the Yoli products including Alkalete is safe to use for any medications including antibiotics.

Several users were advised by their doctors to stop taking Alkalete until after they completed their antibiotic regimen.

Antibiotics appear to work better in a slightly more acidic environment which is negated by Alkalete, so it is more important that you focus on treating the reason you were prescribed antibiotics and then resume the Yoli program when it is safe to do so. If you have any doubt then check with your doctor.

Some doctors who sell Yoli in their practice have warned that Alkalete may thin the blood, so combined with blood thinners, it could be dangerous. Your best bet is to bring the Yoli product information to your doctor for a review before you start the program just to be safe.

You should always talk to your doctor before starting the Yoli program and are taking any form of medications. Some high blood pressure meds are diuretic while others are not, and some users have suggested it may not be good to mix diuretics with some of Yoli’s digestive aiding products such as Pure or Enzymes.

Be sure to ask your physician.

Some users have experienced headaches for the first several days when starting the program. Headaches are a symptom that can occur when you cut out certain foods and drinks especially caffeinated beverages as headaches are a symptom of a minor withdrawal.

It is all part of the detoxification process and typically will improve and completely disappear after a few days. Every person will detoxify differently so just hang in there. Some users have said that Thermoburn or Passion as caffeine substitutes which helped them get rid of the headaches so different approaches work with different people.

Just don’t be discouraged and hang in there and you will get through this minor inconvenience.

In the multiple Better Body System reviews I’ve read, by far, headaches are the most common complaint I’ve read about.  They seem to occur in about 5% of cases or less.  (not backed by any study… just my perception)

Tremors do not seem to be a common experience but some users on the Yoli program have experience some tremors in the first few days which is part of the detoxification process and generally will pass fairly quickly.

While many people lose as much as 7-15 lbs in the first week alone, some people do experience some difficulty losing weight on Yoli, especially in the first few weeks.  (Many of those same people, however, do lose inches and gain health, however.)

It’s important to realize that Yoli isn’t some crash diet.  It’s not designed to starve you and dramatically cut your weight loss.  The goal is to get you on a system that is both easy and healthy, so you can stay on it until you lose the weight you want.  What’s the #1 problem with crash diets?  They’re too hard.  And that’s why people quit on them.

In Darren Hardy’s book, “The Compound Effect”, Hardy shows how the absolute best way to reach your goal is to make small, incremental changes to your current lifestyle and to implement those changes for a long period of time.  This way it’s sustainable, and you WILL eventually lose weight.

On Yoli’s Better Body Presentation video, Dr. Mike Okouchi says he recommends all his patients get on the Yoli products, “not just for the weight loss, but for the increase in health.  Because as you increase your health, weight loss is just a side effect.”

“Dr. Mike” also recently released this quick audio recording explaining why it takes longer for some people to lose weight than others, and gives other helpful thoughts as well.  Click here for Dr. Mike’s recording “Why Can’t I Lose Weight on Yoli?” 

This is totally normal. During the first week on the system, your body sheds excess weight and toxins, which result in quick, substantial weight loss. During the second week, your body is replacing the fat with lean muscle. You’re likely losing inches even though your weight isn’t dropping, so during this time, we encourage tracking your measurements rather than your weight as a sign of progress.

There is a lot going on internally when you start the BBS (diet change, frequency of eating, detox, etc.), and a plataeu or even weight gain in the 2nd week should not be alarming.

Dr. Mike Okouchi has put the following graphic together, illustrating what is going on during the first few weeks:

Remember it’s a marathon, not a sprint.

Some users have experienced either dizziness or fatigue when they first start the program. Your body is adjusting and will quickly re-adapt after a few days.

Remember not to over exert yourself physically, and adjust any exercise regime you are currently following and keep it very light until your body adapts. You should also remember to keep yourself well hydrated but every user who experience these initial symptoms reported that they disappeared after several days.

Some female users have commented on irregularities in their menstrual cycle during the first month taking Yoli.

If this is abnormal for you, we recommend you see your primary care physician.

A possible explanation for this…  as the fat cells start to shrink as you progress through the program, your estrogen levels may adjust leading to menstrual irregularities. This means that your body is going through a period of readjustment, and affects women differently.   It does take time for the body to adjust, but if you are experiencing very unusual symptoms then you should talk to your GYN.

This is not uncommon as many Yoli users hit a plateau when it comes to losing weight.

A plateau is a sign that your body is getting too comfortable so you have to change it up.

First, it’s important to have a cheat day or cheat meal once per week.

If you work out, try shocking your body.  Instead of running, go hit the weights hard, or vice versa.  Try something different like swimming or hot yoga.

You might also try writing out everything you put in your mouth for a week, and send it to your sponsor.  Many people eat a lot of “hidden” calories in things like nuts, dressing, coffee creamer, and  condiments.  Writing out everything you eat will help you and your sponsor identify if you’re following the meal plan.

Many of our users suggest that one approach is to evaluate the quality of your proteins.  Give consideration to what you having for proteins and perhaps try leaner version of food such as skinless chicken breasts or fish.  Are you eating “hot dogs” for your protein snack?  You might try a healthier protein such as turkey bacon and almonds, or hard boiled eggs.

Some even suggest another way to “mix it up” and confuse your body is to cut your protein intake in half one day per week. That’s not something Yoli teaches, but many protein based diets suggest this.

The key seems to be in changing your meal plans and/or diet to beat the plateau.

Last and most important… Don’t get down on yourself.  You WILL lose weight, and stressing out about not losing weight only stops you from losing weight.  🙂  So believe in yourself and the program, and give it time.  You’ll knock it out of the park!

When it comes to eating certain things on the Yoli Better Body System the 30 day transformation kit pamphlet covers a multitude of examples of things that you can and can’t eat.

However, many users ask about some things such as coffee creamer, half and half and condiments.

Here’s our view at Living Phit…

The key to any successful weight loss program, and we’ll stress this here in our Yoli diet review as well, is balancing your need for normalcy in your life and making sure you keep some of the things that you love, yet not going so far extreme in one direction that you are going to absolutely hate eating like this every day, because you will burn out and quit.

We wrote about how Success Magazine publisher Darren Hardy teaches us to implement small, subtle and easy changes in our lives, and that trumps gigantic, unsustainable actions every time.  You can Darren Hardy’s guide to losing weight here.

Therefore, if you want to live by the letter of the law, then technically no, there are some things that you should not have while doing the 30 day transformation system.

For example, since it is a detox program as well as a weight loss program you should not be having soda or coffee according to Yoli.

However, we at Living pHit we understand that some small cheats are not only permissible in our view point but sometimes even important for moral and long-term sticking to the program.

If on a protein day you are extra hungry so you have a scoop of peanut butter and a half a banana in your shake at night, while again this might not be permissible under the specific guidelines of Yoli, we would view this as a small cheat.

Not only will the shake taste like an ice cream shake, which would be delicious and build up your moral but it will fill you up more and reduce your chances of going out for a Big Mac meal at McDonalds.

Our general view of things like condiments such as mayonnaise, mustard or barbecue sauce or having a coffee is this:

Try to use these small cheats as little as possible.  Understand that your best results will come if you live by the letter of the law. But at the same time you have to weigh in your own knowledge about yourself and just know that if you need a couple small cheats per day to stick to the system, you should have them, understanding that your weight loss might be slightly decreased overall.

A couple small cheats per day but maintaining on the transformation kit is going to be far better than quitting all together and going back to your normal eating habits.

Here is a handy shopping list you can download and also a weekly meal planner from a customer:

• Grocery List for Yoli
• Ami Fiskewald’s meal planner – Ami’s Yoli Menu

Beans are included on the protein list so you most definitely can include eating a variety of beans as part of your protein diet. There are many varieties of beans including white beans, kidney beans, lentils and many others which you can incorporate in your protein only days. They can be eaten as a meal in itself or mixed with other proteins which allows you some variety and creativity in mixing and matching what you are required to eat on protein only days.

If you check out your booklet that came with the transformation, simply go to page 6. Take note of all the veggies which have an asterisk as these are the ones which have low carbs and include such items like avocados, nuts etc.

Yes, leafy or low sugar veggies are free anytime.  Feel free to add celery, broccoli, or spinach to any meal, even on protein days!

Any normal cheese is fine so long as you avoid processed cheese.

Yes, you can but you should limit your intake and use them as a side dish with your meal such as having one pickle with an egg white omlette or chicken breast. Try to buy pickles which are low in sodium.

You do have several choices and alternatives to use. Some of the following will help to pick choices which are both healthy and tasty:

1. El Pollo Loco chicken salads (dressing on the side, no tortilla strips)
   2. Rubio’s Chipotle Chicken salad, no tortilla strips
   3. Chipotle bowl with chicken (or carne asada), lettuce, beans, cheese and salsa, no sour cream or rice
   4. Mexican food – carne asada plate or pollo asado plate with no rice, no tortillas. Ask for extra beans instead of rice, and you get extra credit if you ask for whole beans instead of refried beans (sometimes they don’t have whole beans but that’s ok).

That’s not a problem so long as you avoid any marinate or additional flavor that is has high concentrations of sugar or carbohydrates. It’s important that you enjoy your food so a little extra taste is both preferable and understandable since you are not consuming the other carbohydrates that you would normally consume with your protein such as potatoes and bread.

Some of our Yoli users have some great ideas for snacks to eat on protein day including the following:

1. Wrap some ham slices around fresh mozzarella balls and put in toaster oven. The cheese melts and the ham is crispy. Delicious and there are 0 carbs!
2. Make some cheese crackers. Bake shredded cheese until crisp using 1/4 cup of shredded cheese makes about 6 small crackers. Great snack and you can also use it in salads for some crunch!
3. Lemonade (lemon and stevia) and cream cheese, spice, cheddar cheese balls rolled in crumbled bacon! Keeping it simple!
4. Another user suggested broccoli, nuts,yogurt, eggs, cheese.
5. Snack on a handful of almonds
6. Celery with or without natural peanut butter.
7. Hard boiled eggs and a cheese stick.
8. Preservative free jerky.
9. Almonds peanut butter eggs cheese sticks
10. Turkey bacon, nuts, peanut butter and celery, yogurt (chobani simply 100), cucumber with avocado on it, and the protein pancakes on the Yoli website
11. Monster cookie protein balls for our work trip to the hotel this weekend! Mix 1 cup quick oats, 1/2 cup natural peanut butter, 1/4 cup honey, 1 scoop vanilla whey, mini m&m’s and mini dark chocolate chips! Roll and eat!!

Your best bet is searching Google or Pinterest for “low carb recipes”.

You can also pick up Tim Ferriss’ 4 Hour Chef, which contains hundreds of low carb recipes.