PHD Weight Loss - Greenville

4.9
384 reviews

About

Nutrition & Weight LossNutritionist
PHD Weight Loss and Nutrition is a small family owned business founded and run by Dr. Ashley Lucas. She has her PhD in nutrition and chronic disease and is a registered dietician. The PHD program is a comprehensive, holistic approach to weight loss, weight maintenance and health that focuses on the nutrition and behavioral aspects that support PHD's 95% success rate. Dr. Lucas is accompanied by her advisory board comprised of Dr. Doug Lucas, Chief Science Office and Dr. Brooke Feinerman who holds her PhD in psychology. The PHD program has helped thousands of clients lose weight, reverse diabetes, improve nearly every metabolic condition associated with obesity and maintain. Let our coaches guide you through your life change!

Location

PHD Weight Loss - Greenville
27 South Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville, SC
29607, United States

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What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Coaching Support

Customers consistently praised the knowledgeable and supportive coaches, highlighting their personalized guidance and encouragement throughout the weight loss journey.

Effective Results

Many customers reported significant weight loss and health improvements, often exceeding their initial goals, and expressed satisfaction with the program's effectiveness.

Holistic Approach

The program is recognized for its comprehensive approach to weight loss, focusing not only on diet but also on education about nutrition and lifestyle changes.

Sustainability

Users appreciated the program's emphasis on long-term lifestyle changes rather than quick fixes, with many feeling empowered to maintain their weight loss.

User Experience

Overall, customers found the program easy to follow and appreciated the variety of resources and tools provided, although some noted variability in coach availability.
  • MP
    Mike Plott
    6 days ago
    5.0
    I occasionally heard the PHD Weight Loss plug from some of the radio program hosts on 860 The Answer. They told how their weight loss results were awesome. Their counselor coaching them along their weightloss journey of several months. I thought I would give it a try and so I joined the PHD Weight Loss program. Lots of informative videos at your disposal and ocassional e-mails to help one keep on the weight loss target. They also sent me a packet of what you can and cannot consume during the diet which is tailored for me. I enjoy the weekly meal logs to help what I have been eating and having the weight fall off. They also send me occasional packages of the healthy meals in packages in case your one of those people who are always on the go. And there's a phone number at your disposal to call your counselor if you have any queries along your weightloss journey. PHD Weight Loss will even help you to make healthy substitutions if your want to go to your favorite eatery! I'm almost halfway at my weight loss goal and I already feel good with my results. I also learned how to maintain my desired weight once I have achieved my goal. Thanks PHD Weight Loss! I'm feeling better already!
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    Kathy Hammonds
    Jan 5, 2026
    5.0
    Since joining the program 5 weeks ago, I have dropped 17lbs. I feel great, my heartburn is all but gone and my inflammation is under control. I don't feel hungry, and I don't have those annoying sugar cravings anymore. I'm looking forward to continuing this amazing journey. It's definitely worth the investment.
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    David Brown
    Dec 31, 2025
    4.0
    So far I’ve been happy with PHD the coaching has been great and easy to work with.
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    Scot Tschirgi
    Dec 19, 2025
    5.0
    A PARADIGM SHIFT Changing how we think about Visceral Fat signifies nothing short of a paradigm shift. Understanding a closer approximation of the true nature of Visceral Fat (VF) is not merely a matter of updating our knowledge base but represents a fundamental change to weight loss. Description, implications, and a new way forward are the main elements of VF to consider. Description: VF is strangely unique, and not in a good way for any of us. If VF were found on a tree, we would easily label it a parasite akin to Spanish Moss or Mistletoe. If left unchecked, both of these damage, and in many cases, kill their host tree. Very much like these two plant parasites, VF attaches to the host (us) in order to acquire nutrients to survive and grow. And like Spanish Moss and Mistletoe, VF can damage and even kill, that is, in so far as VF’s effects lead to dangerous, life-threatening conditions. Is VF a part of, that is, indistinguishable from our bodies? It appears VF is more like a parasite and without any real redeeming qualities in today’s world that might qualify VF as performing in a symbiotic role. Unrelated but useful for comparison, for instance, we have discovered mitochondria, which, while somewhat distinct, may also technically be a part of us. Mitochondria clearly provides many services to us and, importantly, actually resides in our cells. Another example: more recently, we are finding that “good types of gut bacteria” perform many important functions and, while certainly NOT part of our bodies, per se, gut bacteria are most probably symbiotic parasites. How does VF work? We don’t really know where VF originates, but it operates by creating its own circulatory system that accesses our own. Once attached inside us this way, VF taps into and literally feeds off our blood supply selecting the nutrients that it can use. VF only siphons off digested carbohydrates—simple sugars—from our blood in order to sustain itself while also continuously transporting the carbs to grow the visceral fat cells from which its name is derived—being mainly located near the host’s viscera (organs). Different than other fat cells in humans, VF does not respond to near-term glucose drops by opening “cellular doors” that release its stored glucose for human energy consumption. Instead, any carb-based glucose that VF acquires from circulating human blood is stored but never willingly releases its glucose. Way Forward: We can never get to a healthy weight and maintain it without, in effect, collapsing (destroying) the Visceral Fat (VF) we are carrying. VF lives on carbs only. Neither can it grow without large and continuous (usually increasing amounts of) carbs. Thus, only a serious diet that emphasizes proteins and dietary fat, but strictly limits carbs of all types and especially cuts out high-glycemic carbs, can successfully cause the VF to shrink and eventually collapse. The process takes time but has the added benefit that initial reduction in the size of the VF will significantly reduce the noise, cravings, voices, (i.e. hormone reduction) that makes it easier/possible to keep going. The worst mistake we can make in this successful process is to quit before the utter collapse of the VF. After sticking with it through the VF collapse, a maintenance diet emphasizing regular weigh-in’s, featuring plenty of proteins, dietary fat, fiber, and strictly limiting daily carbs (with emphasis on low glycemic type carbs) is the best prescription for maintaining a life-long healthy weight. Knocking out VF, once and for all, is the key. Nothing else will work long term.
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    Verne Simon
    Dec 11, 2025
    5.0
    One gets the help they need to lose weight

Frequently Asked Questions About PHD Weight Loss - Greenville

What is PHD Weight Loss - Greenville, and who runs it?

PHD Weight Loss - Greenville is a family-owned business founded and run by Dr. Ashley Lucas, a registered dietician with a PhD in nutrition and chronic disease. It offers a comprehensive program focused on weight loss and maintenance.

What does the PHD Weight Loss program focus on?

The PHD Weight Loss program focuses on a holistic approach to weight loss, addressing nutrition and behavioral aspects to support long-term success with a 95% success rate.