The Blood Type Diet
by Dr. Melissa Bennett
Introducing the “Blood Type Diet”
I remember first hearing about the Blood Type Diet from a very nice Christian woman many years ago. Her name was Marilyn, and she and her husband were co-owners of a health food store. Marilyn and her husband had recommended the Blood Type Diet to all their customers to help maintain a healthy lifestyle.
In traditional nutritional courses, the Blood Type Diet was not mentioned, or worse, was dismissed as a fad diet. Prior to meeting Marilyn, I had always thought that blood type was only prevalent for blood transfusions. I had never given thought of it as an avenue to healthy eating. I decided to further investigate the subject and ended up, like many of you, coming across the blood type book, “Eat Right For Your Type.” I immediately became fascinated with the concept.
I remember first hearing about the Blood Type Diet from a very nice Christian woman many years ago. Her name was Marilyn, and she and her husband were co-owners of a health food store. Marilyn and her husband had recommended the Blood Type Diet to all their customers to help maintain a healthy lifestyle.
In traditional nutritional courses, the Blood Type Diet was not mentioned, or worse, was dismissed as a fad diet. Prior to meeting Marilyn, I had always thought that blood type was only prevalent for blood transfusions. I had never given thought of it as an avenue to healthy eating. I decided to further investigate the subject and ended up, like many of you, coming across the blood type book, “Eat Right For Your Type.” I immediately became fascinated with the concept.
| The Blood Type Diet gains recognition It led to my attending a symposium in Tennessee the same year given by an avid follower of the Blood Type Diet. His name was Bob. Bob had gathered over 800 people who were ALSO following the Blood Type Diet. It was a unique event. People had traveled from all parts of the country to this small town to hear Bob speak about this revolutionary new approach. I thought it was funny that all the blood groups were sitting together in separate areas. Each section was divided between blood groups O, A, B, and AB. Bob had made food that was beneficial for all blood types, and it was delicious! We were all meeting each other, and everyone was sharing their personal journey with the Blood Type Diet. |  |
Bob’s success
Bob shared his testimony about how he had suffered from Fibromyalgia for many years. When he was a young boy, he had also inhaled gas while trying to siphon gas out of a car. He said he was so miserable by the time he was in his 60’s that he basically didn’t want to live anymore. One day he visited a local library with his granddaughter and came across the book by Dr. D’Adamo, “Eat Right For Your Type.” 2 Bob realized at the age of 72 that he had nothing to lose. So he began following the program outlined in the book. Then he shared what happened next. He no longer suffered with Fibromyalgia and his asthma symptoms miraculously went away. He had such wonderful results that he started teaching at the local community college about the Blood Type Diet. He thought this was ironic since he was not well educated. But that didn’t stop him from sharing what he had found and what he felt had contributed to his wellness.
Bob shared his testimony about how he had suffered from Fibromyalgia for many years. When he was a young boy, he had also inhaled gas while trying to siphon gas out of a car. He said he was so miserable by the time he was in his 60’s that he basically didn’t want to live anymore. One day he visited a local library with his granddaughter and came across the book by Dr. D’Adamo, “Eat Right For Your Type.” 2 Bob realized at the age of 72 that he had nothing to lose. So he began following the program outlined in the book. Then he shared what happened next. He no longer suffered with Fibromyalgia and his asthma symptoms miraculously went away. He had such wonderful results that he started teaching at the local community college about the Blood Type Diet. He thought this was ironic since he was not well educated. But that didn’t stop him from sharing what he had found and what he felt had contributed to his wellness.
Studying under Dr. D’Adamo
I left the symposium so excited to implement this program into my own practice, “The Olive Leaf.” I also wanted to really understand the scientific principles behind the diet before introducing it to my patients. I obtained a Masters Certification under the guidance of its creator, Dr. Peter D’Adamo. While doing so, I met other wonderful Naturopaths who were also on the same path. I was so inspired I began to share the program with my patients. I remember spending hours writing up programs based on their specific blood type with recommendations, and having their notebooks spiral bound so they could have access to my suggestions. I was not doing food allergy testing in my practice during those years, so the Blood Type Diet had become the ‘go to’ program to help my patients with nutrition. I started to see results very quickly!
I left the symposium so excited to implement this program into my own practice, “The Olive Leaf.” I also wanted to really understand the scientific principles behind the diet before introducing it to my patients. I obtained a Masters Certification under the guidance of its creator, Dr. Peter D’Adamo. While doing so, I met other wonderful Naturopaths who were also on the same path. I was so inspired I began to share the program with my patients. I remember spending hours writing up programs based on their specific blood type with recommendations, and having their notebooks spiral bound so they could have access to my suggestions. I was not doing food allergy testing in my practice during those years, so the Blood Type Diet had become the ‘go to’ program to help my patients with nutrition. I started to see results very quickly!
CBS Interview about the Blood Type Diet
One year later I received a call from CBS News. They wanted to interview me as a practitioner for the Blood Type Diet. To be honest, I was a little hesitant and nervous because I was not sure if it was going to be a positive or negative interview. The producer was very nice and I accepted her invitation.
One year later I received a call from CBS News. They wanted to interview me as a practitioner for the Blood Type Diet. To be honest, I was a little hesitant and nervous because I was not sure if it was going to be a positive or negative interview. The producer was very nice and I accepted her invitation.
 | As the news crew began showing up at my office to interview me, I was very excited yet still extremely nervous. I have to say, “God is always good and Always on time.” Unbeknownst to me, I had a patient who had taken ‘Before and After’ pictures of herself when she did the Blood Type Diet. She showed up as the crew was coming in and this turned out to be such a blessing! Cheryl had lost 57 pounds and she was off 11 prescription medications, all as a result of following the Blood Type Diet along with my supplement recommendations. The interview went phenomenally well. There is a copy of this interview on my website under TV appearances so others can see Cheryl’s fantastic results! |
A brief review of the four blood types
Ten years later, I am still practicing the Blood Type Diet in my office. I have given several lectures on the subject, which you can find in your back office. This HealthBeat article provides a short overview of the different blood types. And hopefully this article can serve as a reference for you and your family.
Ten years later, I am still practicing the Blood Type Diet in my office. I have given several lectures on the subject, which you can find in your back office. This HealthBeat article provides a short overview of the different blood types. And hopefully this article can serve as a reference for you and your family.
| Blood Type O Overview profile:
Weaknesses: Intolerant to new dietary and environmental conditions, and immune system can be overactive and attack itself Medical risks: Insulin resistance, blood-clotting disorders, inflammatory diseases such as arthritis, low thyroid production, and ulcers Weight Loss Key
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| Blood Type A Overview profile:
Weaknesses: Unable to digest and metabolize meat protein easily, vulnerable immune system, and open to microbial invasion Medical risks: Heart Disease, Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes, Cancer, Liver and Gallbladder disorders Weight Loss Key
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| Blood Type B Overview profile:
Weaknesses: No natural weaknesses. However, imbalance causes tendency toward autoimmune disease and rare, slow-growing viruses Medical risks: Type 1 Diabetes, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, and autoimmune diseases: Lou Gehrig’s disease, Lupus, Multiple Sclerosis Weight Loss Key
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| Blood Type AB Overview profile:
Weaknesses: Sensitive digestive tract, and open to microbial invasion o Medical risks: Heart Disease and Cancer Weight Loss Key
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After many years of practice, I have found that sometimes the simplest things are the most effective. So if a patient comes into my practice and they are not in a position to have testing, or if I feel there diet needs a change, I will place them on the Blood Type Diet in combination with Xooma products. Then I will observe how their symptoms improve over a 30-day period. It is truly amazing to see how these changes can have such a tremendous effect!
Xooma’s products can be a natural complement Xooma has several programs which can be used in conjunction with the Blood Type Diet. For a foundation of health, I recommend using Xooma’s LifeSource multi-vitamin/multi-mineral, Omega 3/75 , and Probiotix , along with X20 water (4 bottles per day with 2 sachets each). If you or someone you love has inflammation or inflammatory conditions, KardiaXyme and/or Berry Balance would be great support in addition to the products above to help decrease inflammation. If you are not sure of your blood type, you can order testing kits under the ‘online store’ of my website. Then you and your family can get started on the road to greater health.
The importance of water filtration
I also recommend visiting the water purification link on my website. Once you change your water filtration, you no longer have to use bottled water or water that is not filtered properly. You will end up saving so much money by purchasing one of the filtration devices, and then benefit by adding your X20 sachet which alkalizes your water that infuses over 70 trace minerals into the filtered water. Xooma Products can be a natural complement to the Blood Type Diet.
The company also has under-the-sink filtration devices as well as countertop and refrigerator-based units which filter out fluoride/chlorine and other harmful chemicals in your water. They carry shower heads and bath balls which are great for children. Also remember regular filtration pitchers and refrigerator filters do not eliminate smaller molecules such as fluoride. They only filter larger molecules such as chlorine, so the water tastes better but can still contain chemicals.
I also recommend visiting the water purification link on my website. Once you change your water filtration, you no longer have to use bottled water or water that is not filtered properly. You will end up saving so much money by purchasing one of the filtration devices, and then benefit by adding your X20 sachet which alkalizes your water that infuses over 70 trace minerals into the filtered water. Xooma Products can be a natural complement to the Blood Type Diet.
The company also has under-the-sink filtration devices as well as countertop and refrigerator-based units which filter out fluoride/chlorine and other harmful chemicals in your water. They carry shower heads and bath balls which are great for children. Also remember regular filtration pitchers and refrigerator filters do not eliminate smaller molecules such as fluoride. They only filter larger molecules such as chlorine, so the water tastes better but can still contain chemicals.
Now you have more insight into how ‘eating for your type’ can better serve you! And certainly, we know the same is true for the water you drink. As we say, if you change your water, you change your life!
Yours In Health,
Melissa Bennett, ND, MIFHI, CTN, CNW Naturopathic
Practitioner/Emory Predictive Health Partner
5755 North Point Parkway Suite 53
Alpharetta, GA 30022
337 West Pike Street
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Office: 404-528-9755
www.theoliveleaf.com
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