Darva C.
Some Positive, but More Negative Experiences
I purchased the program to help with Long Covid symptoms primarily Vertigo, Chronic Fatigue, PEM. I had difficulty in the first stage of the program, as my system is on overload. I had a severe allergic reaction to some of the first month supplements. It took me three months to get through the first month of pills. I had to stop until my hives calmed down, then add them in a few at a time until we narrowed down what to leave out, and my body could tolerate the rest. I liked my practitioner. We had several phone/zoom calls, and she helped me work through the issues I experienced with strong, clear guidance. The problem was I was assured BEFORE purchasing the program that the program would not give up on me, if I didn't give up on the program, and in fact if I was not better at the conclusion of the program the doctor in charge would take personal charge of my case and do what needed to be done to get me through my Long Covid symptoms. That was not my experience. In fact, my experience was the opposite. When I was nearly through Phase 2, which I had no difficulty with, my practitioner let me know they had extended my program as long as they could, as it had been four months since I started - even though I was only 3/4 of the way through stage 2 (which should have been finished after the 2nd month, but was not because of the allergic reaction I had in stage 1). I was given the option to pay extra to remain in their skool website so I would continue to have access to their website training, etceteras, but I opted - after paying over $6000 already and spending most of my four months working through the horrible hives one of the supplements caused - to continue taking the supplements and the anti-inflammatory diet on my own, rather than giving more money to a company that clearly was not going to live up to their promises to me. I cannot write a full review, as I am only one week into the third stage of the program, so I can only review my experience so far. 1. I have had one positive change. Much of my hair fell out when I got Long Covid, and what was left was so brittle it broke off at the merest touch. My hair now has a more normal texture, which is terrific. I can wash my hair again - after nearly five years of only using conditioner. I'm pleased with this result. I don't know that it's from the supplements/dietary changes, but whatever it's from, I'm grateful. 2. The diet was not much different from my regular diet, so I doubt those changes were causal. 3. Stage 1 supplements - one of which contains ragweed - caused severe hives. I was so itchy, it was completely overwhelming and miserable for most of the first 3 months. It took months to calm my skin down and figure out how to move forward in the program to get through the first stage. 4. My practitioner was wonderful. Helpful, empathetic, clear, and gave me good guidance as we worked through the allergy issues the first month of supplements presented. 5. But - any good was overshadowed by them booting me out of their program when I was not quite halfway through. The delay was NOT caused through any fault of my own, but rather from my body's reaction to the first stage of their supplements. It's an expensive program. It is very well staffed, and has an organized and helpful support team. But my experience was disappointing... I did not feel I got the $6000 of results the saleswoman promised me. NOTHING in the sales call mentioned the program ending after four months, regardless of your personal results. Rather, it was sold as being, "As long as you don't give up on the program, we will work with you, and if it doesn't work for you the doctor who invented this program will get involved personally to see to it you get better." That was not my experience. The hope I feel from my hair texture improving will keep me on the diet and taking the supplements on my own until they are gone. I feel they should have kept me in their online skool platform until I finish all four stages of the supplements, at the very least. A phone consultation at the beginning of each of the last two stages would have been appreciated, but if I were on their website, I could have at least gotten text support from the community. I realize it was my choice not to pay more to stay on the platform. I felt strongly that I had already over-paid for what I was receiving, and felt paying more would be throwing good money after bad, particularly since I literally TOOK A BREAK from the supplements/platform/everything but the diet for about 2 months while my body recuperated from the allergic reaction I had to their supplements. I did not tax the system during those two months - or even use it - yet that was counted as my full time in the program. So - there's the good and bad. After I finish the supplements on my own if anything changes I will modify or write another review.
Response from Hormone Health AdvantageDec 17, 2025
Thank you for taking the time to share such a detailed and thoughtful review, Darva. We’re genuinely sorry to hear that your experience didn’t match the expectations set at the beginning, and we appreciate the opportunity to clarify a few things for you and others reading. We’re glad to hear that you experienced positive change and had a strong relationship with your Practitioner. Your kind words about her support and guidance during your allergic reaction speak volumes, and it’s important to us that you felt heard and cared for during a challenging start. That said, we’re truly sorry that the reaction to one of the supplements impacted your ability to move through the program as originally designed. Every body responds differently, especially when already inflamed or overwhelmed, and we commend your persistence through that experience. To clarify, our program is structured as a four-month curriculum with access to personalized support, community engagement, and resources during that window. This is explained during enrollment, and while our support team made accommodations with extra time where possible, there are limitations to how long we’re able to extend the program while still operating responsibly as a business. We never want anyone to feel “booted out,” and it was never our intention for you to feel unsupported. We appreciate your feedback and your honesty. It’s clear you were committed, even in the face of difficult circumstances. Your progress, especially the improvement in your hair texture and the hope that has sparked, matters to us. Should you ever wish to revisit support in the future, our team is here to help. If there’s anything further you'd like to discuss, feel free to reach out to us directly at [email protected] . We’re always open to learning and improving.