Testimonials

Kathleen

This may sound like another story to you, but choosing to eat different food has been life changing for me. I am 68 years old and have lost 72 pounds over the past year. What a surprise when I didn't even think I had a metabolism left! I must tell you, though, that I started feeling better within days of healthy eating - long before the weight started to come off. Here are what my payoffs have been: more energy, less joint pain, more contentment, and less shame and guilt.

There are certain areas of our health over which we have little control, but there are more areas that we can control. I have a healthier body, and the satisfaction of knowing that I am doing all that I can to be healthy. There is a sign in the office at Nutritional Weight and Wellness that says "Dare to get healthy!' Trust me; you will be amazed at how good you can feel.

Liz's Son

Our son’s first grade teacher told us he had Asperser’s Syndrome, a higher functioning form of autism. This was not the first time a paraprofessional told us this. We had our son evaluated by two separate private sector specialists. Our son did not meet the criteria for any diagnosis. In all fairness to his teacher, our son had a handful of characteristics that could fall under the autism umbrella which included a facial tic, hypersensitivity, anxiousness, and some difficulty with friendships. My husband and I saw a precocious child who needed his weaknesses shored up. We got him enrolled in a social skills camp, fostered friendships, and took him to Nutritional Weight and Wellness. Continued

Diane

I went to Christina for help with digestive problems. In the past, I worked with a doctor and a chiropractor and was prescribed medication to manage digestive issues. However, after a year the medication lost its effectiveness. Back to square-one. I figured if medicine didn’t solve the root of the problem anyway, what good is it? Although my digestive issues were complex, Christina took the time to figure out the right nutritional plan for me. She recommended that I include more fruit, flax seed, vegetables and fiber in my diet, eliminate dairy products and take probiotic supplements. After implementing these changes, I finally experienced relief; I feel much better and even have energy to burn. They say your health and sense of well-being comes from your intestinal tract, and I believe it. I appreciate Christina because she is accessible, supportive, and willing to work with me to resolve a complicated health concern.

Mary Jo

After years of suffering from bouts of depression, anxiety, brain fog, weight gain, and a multitude of physical symptoms, I decided to try something different. (My physician’s answer was always more prescriptions.)

I searched the internet for solutions and came upon NWW’s website. I read the testimonials from other clients and then read each counselor’s profile. Their philosophies made sense to me, so I phoned immediately and made an appointment with Christina Swigart.

Christina analyzed my health history, eating patterns and lifestyle before designing an eating and supplement program with me. Some of the changes seemed drastic to me at the time, but Christina gave me good reasons for all of them, and I enthusiastically rose to the challenge!

Within one week of eating differently and taking new supplements, I felt relief. My employer commented that I seemed more relaxed and alert. My husband said that his prayers had been answered: He had his wife back! Every aspect of my life is better, and I am optimistic about the future, a drastic change from just a few months ago.

This program is light years ahead of what traditional medicine had to offer me. I was a woman with a biochemical imbalance; in part due to peri-menopause, severe premenstrual symptoms, and just the normal aging process. I highly recommend Nutritional Weight and Wellness to anyone who wants improved health and quality of life.

Bonni

When I was 43, I found myself at the doctor's office complaining about almost every part of my body. My cholesterol was very high, my energy low, and the joint aches and pains were debilitating despite my daily doses of Advil. Peri-menopause was upon me and I was ten pounds overweight but felt much too lousy to do anything! Oh, I forgot to mention the gas, bloating, and frequent diarrhea. After an unfulfilling encounter with my physician, I decided to take a friend's advice and see Darlene Kvist.Bonni Continued

Diane

I came into Nutritional Weight and Wellness when I got to the point in my life that I had no energy left. I was so tired most of the time that I couldn't keep my eyes open. In addition my blood pressure was dangerously high, to the point that I could not complete a workweek. My weight was also an issue, but one I had given up on. I had tried every "health program" out there, from Weight Watchers to Gwen Shamlen's Weight Workshop to chiropractic techniques, without any long-term success.Diane Continued

Herb

In recent years I had become increasingly concerned about my health and weight. I was taking Paxil to manage anxiety and Verapamil and Prinivil to control blood pressure. I also have a pacemaker to regulate my heartbeat. I was anxious, stressed and unable to concentrate or focus. I retired early from my career because I wasn't functioning well. Consultations with a psychotherapist did not help. As a Christmas present my wife gave me a consultation at Nutritional Weight & Wellness. This was probably the longest-lasting gift I'd ever received: The gift that keeps on giving.Herb Continued

Jan

In the past, I did not always treat my body as well as I knew I should. I skipped meals, frequented McDonald's, drank too much coffee and pop, and ate sugary foods. I was overweight, plus I did not enjoy my food. My family was suffering from bad habits too. At age 42, I my doctor informed me that my blood pressure was too high and I needed medication. This was my first signal that I needed to change my ways. I went through several programs to attempt to get my health on track, but no program was able to combine information, instruction and motivation well enough for me to make lasting changes.Jan Continued

Kim

I originally came into Nutritional Weight and Wellness because my health was suffering. Since childhood, I have experienced severe blood sugar fluctuation and problems fainting as a result. As I've gotten older, I've gained weight, experienced severe cravings, and my energy level dropped significantly. I also learned that I had high cholesterol and hormonal imbalances. My life was beginning to look a bit out of control.Kim Continued

Lori

I have been a client of Nutritional Weight and Wellness for three years now. When I came in initially, I had severe hormonal imbalances. I had problems sleeping, painful intercourse, and daily headaches, as well as an extremely painful and irregular menstrual cycle. I was experiencing symptoms of early menopause at age 43. When I addressed my health problems with my physician, he recommended I get my uterus removed! I was completely adverse to this idea and knew right then that I would seek out a nutritionist. That is when I initially met with Darlene.Lori Continued

Mary

I've always had low energy and had begun to stop thinking of myself as a healthy person. I've struggled with being overweight most of my life. In my late 20s, I was diagnosed with a thyroid disease. By my late 30s, I was taking three prescription medications-one for my thyroid and two for hypertension. In the past, I had worked with conventional doctors, weight loss programs, and Tai Chi (for blood pressure), but never felt significant improvements. So I decided to try a nutritionist.Mary Continued

Maureen

I struggled with an eating disorder for 8 years. Throughout this time I tried every diet out there, each time more determined to become thinner while continuing to deplete my body of nutrients by cutting down on calories and eating fat free foods. (I had tried working with many dieticians who could only explain the body's need for food on a very surface level.) My eating disorder consumed my life.Maureen Continued

Stephanie

Looking back now, the warning signs of my body's chemical imbalance were glaring, but still it took me three major downfalls to learn that I needed to change. First was the onset of panic attacks, followed by months of overwhelming anxiety, all of which I chalked up to stress and inadequate rest. Second was my uncontrollable cravings for sweets that led me to eat cookies, candy bars, and ice cream many times per day. I rationalized my sweet addiction as though it was merely a "sweet tooth." The third sign that something was wrong was that my usual breakfast of juice, coffee and a bagel no longer held me until lunch. After breakfast, my blood sugar fell so low that even a mid-morning snack didn't make me feel better.Stephanie Continued

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