Hey there, wellness warriors! Today I‘m diving into a comprehensive review of the one and only Dr. Kellyann. If you‘re into health and nutrition, you‘ve probably heard the buzz about this "bone broth doc" and her wildly popular Dr. Kellyann‘s Bone Broth Diet book.
But who is this Dr. Kellyann character? What‘s the real deal with bone broth – is it truly a miracle elixir? And most importantly – do her programs and products actually work for weight loss and leveling up your overall health?
I‘m here to give you the inside scoop as someone who‘s actually tried Dr. Kellyann‘s approach. I‘ll be sharing my personal experience, the good, the bad, and the brothy. Plus, I‘ve scoured the scientific research and sifted through thousands of customer reviews to give you a complete picture.
So grab a mug of bone broth (or coffee, no judgment) and let‘s get into it!
Who is Dr. Kellyann Anyway?
First, let‘s talk about the woman behind the bone broth empire. Dr. Kellyann Petrucci is quite the accomplished lady. She‘s a board-certified naturopathic physician with a masters in nutrition. So she definitely knows her stuff when it comes to using food as medicine.
Dr. Kellyann has made a name for herself as a weight loss and anti-aging expert. She‘s a pioneer of using collagen-rich bone broth as a powerful tool for slimming down and healing things like leaky gut syndrome and autoimmune issues.
She‘s also a media darling with multiple New York Times bestselling books, appearances on Dr. Oz and The Doctors, and her own PBS special. Girlfriend knows how to get the word out!
Dr. Kellyann‘s Diet Philosophy 101
So what exactly is Dr. Kellyann‘s deal? What‘s her secret sauce for getting slim and looking younger? In a nutshell, it‘s all about that bone broth and collagen.
Dr. Kellyann is a huge proponent of a Paleo-style diet focused on clean, anti-inflammatory foods like:
- Tons of non-starchy veggies
- Quality proteins like pastured meats and wild-caught fish
- Healthy fats like avocado, coconut oil, nuts and seeds
- Bone broth (obvs) and collagen supplements
According to Dr. Kellyann, flooding your body with collagen and gelatin (and ditching inflammatory junk foods) can:
- Drastically reduce inflammation
- Heal and seal a leaky gut
- Rev up your metabolism
- Smooth wrinkles and boost skin‘s elasticity
- Ease joint pain and strengthen bones
Um, sign me up!
Dr. Kellyann offers various plans and cleanses that promise quick weight loss, a flatter tummy, and even "turning back the clock" on aging. They range from a 21-day Bone Broth Diet to 7 or 10-day Slimdown challenges to intensive 5-day "resets".
The basic idea is to do a short-term modified fast with LOTS of bone broth and collagen shakes to "melt" fat, reset your hormones, and give your digestive system a reboot. Then you transition to a low-carb, broth-centric diet for ongoing weight loss.
Spilling the Tea on Dr. Kellyann‘s Products
Of course, Dr. Kellyann conveniently sells many of the key products featured in her plans. I‘ve personally tried several and I‘ll give you my honest thoughts:
Dr. Kellyann Homestyle Bone Broth
This is a powdered bone broth that you mix with hot water. I was pleasantly surprised by the taste – it‘s like a rich, hearty chicken soup. Each serving packs:
- 15 grams of protein
- 2 grams of carbs
- 1 gram of fat
- 80 calories
It‘s made from the bones and connective tissue of free-range chickens simmered for 20+ hours. So it‘s loaded with collagen, gelatin, and healing amino acids.
I sipped on this in the morning or as an afternoon "snack" during my 5-day reset. Not gonna lie, I was HANGRY by the end. But my skin was glowing and my tummy was noticeably flatter.
Dr. Kellyann Collagen Protein Powder
Dr. Kellyann offers various collagen peptide powders and drink mixes. I tried the unflavored version which has:
- 11 grams of protein
- 35 calories
- 12 grams of collagen
The powder mixes easily into hot and cold liquids. I add a scoop to my morning smoothie or coffee for a protein and beauty boost.
After about a month of using it, I swear my nails are stronger and grow faster. My hairstylist even commented on my "luscious locks". Can‘t prove it‘s directly from the collagen, but I‘ll take it!
Dr. Kellyann 5-Day Reset & 10-Day Belly Slimdown
I‘ve done both Dr. Kellyann‘s 5-Day Reset and her 10-Day Belly Slimdown. Both are basically a "soup cleanse" where you subsist on a combo of bone broth, smoothies, and light meals like salmon and lemon chicken soup.
Not gonna sugarcoat it – these cleanses are intense and you WILL be hungry. I‘m talking "can‘t concentrate and about to chew my own arm off" hungry.
But…they work for rapid weight loss and debloating. I lost 7 pounds and 2 inches off my waist on the 10-day cleanse. The trick is making it sustainable and transitioning to a reasonable maintenance plan after.
Do Dr. Kellyann‘s Programs Actually Work?
Now for the million dollar question – is this bone broth voodoo all it‘s cracked up to be? Does Dr. Kellyann‘s diet actually "work"?
I‘ll put it this way. Dr. Kellyann‘s plans WILL help you lose weight quickly. You‘re essentially doing a modified fast and slashing calories and carbs. That‘s inevitably going to lead to rapid (but not all fat) loss.
But is it sustainable or even healthy long-term? Mmm, questionable.
Super restrictive, low-calorie diets like Dr. Kellyann‘s cleanses can actually slow your metabolism, making it harder to maintain weight loss. You may also lose valuable muscle in the process.
In my experience, it‘s best to use Dr. Kellyann‘s programs as a short jumpstart before transitioning to a sustainable Paleo-style diet. Bone broth can still be a great addition, but you need ample calories and variety for lasting results and optimal health.
As for the collagen-specific benefits, the scientific research is still a bit thin. A few small studies suggest collagen supplements could help with:
- Reducing wrinkles and improving skin elasticity
- Easing joint pain in osteoarthritis
- Preventing bone loss
But many of these studies are funded by supplement companies, so we need more rigorous research to really prove the effects.
That said, bone broth and collagen are still nutritional powerhouses and your body needs ample protein for countless functions. So it certainly doesn‘t hurt to include them in a balanced, whole foods diet.
What Real Customers are Saying
You know I‘m all about that research, but I also wanted to see what actual customers were saying about their experiences with Dr. Kellyann. So I scoured hundreds of reviews and here are some of the results people are raving about:
- Clearer, brighter, more youthful skin
- Reduced bloating, puffiness and inflammation
- Improved digestion and "quieter" tummy (less gas and rumbling)
- Better joint mobility and decreased back/knee pain
- Significant weight loss, some losing 10-20 pounds in a month
- More energy, mental clarity and stable moods
On the flip side, some of the complaints were:
- Taste and boredom with the limited food options on cleanses
- Difficulty sticking to the restrictive, low-calorie plans
- Gaining back weight once returning to "normal" eating
- High price tag for the cleanses and products
Overall though, the vast majority of reviews are glowingly positive, giving Dr. Kellyann 4 and 5-star ratings and thanking her for helping them get healthier than ever.
The Bottom Line on Dr. Kellyann
So, is Dr. Kellyann the real deal? Is she worth the hype? Here are my final thoughts after diving deep into her approach and products:
There‘s no question that Dr. Kellyann is a knowledgeable and accomplished expert in nutrition and naturopathic medicine. She offers high-quality products, programs and resources to help people lose weight and feel their best through clean eating and strategic use of bone broth/collagen.
I love that she focuses on REAL whole foods and ditching inflammatory junk. I think there‘s real validity and benefit to using collagen-rich foods for gut and skin health as part of a balanced diet.
That said, I don‘t love how severely calorie-restrictive Dr. Kellyann‘s cleanses are. I think it‘s an extreme, unsustainable approach and some of the weight loss claims feel a bit inflated to me.
I also take issue with bone broth and collagen being touted as a miracle cure-all. Yes they‘re super nutritious, but they‘re not magic panaceas.
My personal takeaway? Dr. Kellyann‘s cleanses could be a great short-term reset or kickstart if you‘re really needing to break a junk food habit, slim down for an event, or bust through a plateau.
But ultimately, a balanced, sustainable approach is key. Enjoy bone broth and collagen-rich foods as part of an overall nutrient-dense diet, but don‘t expect miracles from them alone.
And honestly? You can find most of the info you need in Dr. Kellyann‘s books and website. Unless you just love the convenience of the shake mixes and premade soups, you can probably get similar results without shelling out hundreds on her products.
Whew! I know this was a beast of a review, but I hope it gave you a comprehensive look at Dr. Kellyann‘s approach and products, with some personal insights to help you decide if it‘s right for you.
Have you tried any Dr. Kellyann plans or bone broth/collagen products? I‘d love to hear about your experience in the comments!
Here‘s to happy, healthy eating!
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