Today we’d like to introduce you to Erika Bell.
Hi Erika, can you start by introducing yourself? We’d love to learn more about how you got to where you are today?
I became the BGGK & Keto Orlando Summit founder after falling in love, with taking care of my health in 2018. I initially started a Low Carb Diet at 376 lbs. before transitioning to Keto on August 1st, 2018. With dedication, commitment, focus, and hard work, I naturally released, depression, anxiety, Pre-diabetes, and over 100 pounds in ten months. Today, standing at 5’10 and a proud size 16, I have lost 4 dress sizes and I am striving for more. Mentally and physically, as a budding entrepreneur, I am the healthiest and happiest I’ve been in more than a decade. This process has taught me, that the journey was about the MIND, BODY & SOUL and that; HAS to be shared!
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not, what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
My health & wellness journey hasn’t always been smooth. Life has a way of throwing obstacles in our way. I’ve finally learned to treat them like hurdles and either jump them or go around them. I should start by saying, “Hi, my name is Erika Bell. I am a recovering Carb Addict. I am a recovering emotional and stressful eater.” In the past, when times got tough, I ran to food for comfort. Or should I say, “food-like items”. Packaged and processed items, that were literally contributing to my downward, spiraling health. I had to learn to sit in my emotions. Be still through the stressful and upsetting moments. Make better choices in the process. You see, I said “recovering” because I’m not yet “recovered.” I am still a work in progress and putting one foot in front of the other. Consciously making better decisions for optimal health.
As you know, we’re big fans of Beautiful Girl Gone Keto LLC. For our readers who might not be as familiar what can you tell them about the brand?
My business BGGK LLC is one of my first babies. A business I birthed, after shedding the weight of the world, finding myself and my purpose. I resigned from my 20-plus year Service career in July of 2019. I am now a self-employed, Ketogenic Lifestyle mentor, and Health & Wellness event planner. My 2nd love is my Cosmetic Lip Line, Bronze Diamonds.
With BGGK, I specialize in getting women started on this low-carb way of living.
What sets me apart is my transparency. I make no false promises or guarantees. The results are 100% based on the individual’s commitment to SELF.
I am most proud of helping over 500 women change their perspective of self!
The business name, Beautiful Girl Gone Keto, has nothing to do with outside beauty but the beauty within! The desire to heal beautifully from the inside out.
I offer Informational groups and one on one Keto coaching. I believe my group is the most effective form of support. I pair like-minded women from ages 27 to 60 together, month to month for group accountability. It’s amazing to guide and watch them encourage and motivate each other to win. I teach Mindset first and food second.
I also promote and host Health & Wellness events throughout the year.
The next spectacular event, the 4th Annual Keto Orlando Summit is around the corner. August 4th – 7th, 2022 in sunny Orlando Florida.
Any advice for finding a mentor or networking in general?
When I started my health journey, I was a sponge! I absorbed as much information I could from reading and following some amazing Ketogenic specialists on social media. When I realized I was missing personalized support, I created my own! My recommendation for anyone is to do their own research first. Learn about the lifestyle you’re about to embark on because it is NOT a diet. It is a lifestyle. If you seek out help or support, make sure it’s someone that you resonate with.
Contact Info:
- Email: Info@beautifulgirlgoneketo.com
- Website: www.Beautifulgirlgoneketo.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beautifulgirlgoneketo/?hl=en
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/erika.bell.9275439
- Twitter: Beautifulgirlgoneketo
