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Jim McIntosh
The Longevity Blueprint

I have lost over 100 pounds, identified 2 major health issues and cured 3 others

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After being told he needed bariatric surgery at 340 pounds, Jim lost over 100 pounds, cured multiple health conditions, and went from his doctor's office to completing an Ironman triathlon in just 2.5 years.

I was sitting in a Doctors office: 51 years old and 340 weight. This Whitecoat told me there was no doubt that we should set up Bariatric Bypass Surgery and that I was grossly Morbidly Obese. A year later I had lost over 100 pounds, identified 2 major health issues and cured 3 others (GERD, IBS, Acid Reflux). Yes, Cured (I got rid of the root cause) AND completed a triathlon. 2 1/2 years later I completed Ironman Canada (2.4 mile swim, 112 mile Bike, 26.2 mile Run) in 14:35. Today Ben continues to coach me with the goal of Kona and to be competitive within my age group and with Ben’s guidance it will happen, it has to.”


Jim McIntosh

United States

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