Success Stories

Real stories that show how good nutrition has transformed our clients' lives.

Mary's Story — Losing Weight* and Keeping It Off

After multiple failed attempts to keep weight off, Mary found success with the Nutrition 4 Weight Loss Online Program.

McKayla's Story - Ending Endometriosis Pain & Anxiety

Intense pain from endometriosis and ovarian cysts were finally overcome after finding the Online Nutrition 4 Weight Loss program and nutrition counseling.

Chris' Story - 27 Pounds Lost*, Increased Energy

The timing couldn’t have been better for my wife and me to take the Nutrition 4 Weight Loss Program. She was ready, I was ready, and since we had a new baby at home, it was a great time to change our eating for the better. So far, I’ve lost 27 pounds, which feels phenomenal! My sleep quality has improved ten-fold, which brings about many other positive changes in my life, including clear thinking and more energy. I’m no longer fatigued at the end of the day.

Barb's Story - Lost 60 Pounds* & 4 Dress Sizes

Luckily for me, the Nutrition 4 Weight Loss Program does work! And works wonders. Of course I lost weight, more than 60 pounds and 4 dress sizes to be exact, but there were so many other big improvements to my health as well. First off, my blood pressure has gone down to where I’m almost off medication. Another huge improvement has been with my anxiety. Now I go weeks without anxiety, and when I have it, it’s much easier for me to handle. My moods are more balanced as well.

Nell's Story - 90 Pounds Lost*, Clear Skin, Solid Sleep

Jerene’s Story – Healing My Osteoporosis with Food

Jerene found hope and a plan for healing her osteoporosis with out medication but with real food and a personalized nutrition plan.

Test Christopher's Story - Lowering Cholesterol with Real Food

Christopher was able to lower his cholesterol and improve sleep with the power of nutrition counseling.

Jeff's Story - No More Eczema or Shoulder Pain

I had been putting up with eczema and painful shoulders, ankles and knees for three months. I went to three doctors for help: my family physician, a dermatologist and an orthopedic specialist, but didn’t get any relief. My wife suggested I see Kara for nutrition counseling at Nutritional Weight & Wellness. She explained things clearly so I could understand exactly what I would need to do in order to see results. I went “all in” with her recommended eating plan, additional dietary supplements and educating myself as much as possible about a gluten free and healthier lifestyle. I’m so glad I did.

Judy’s Story - 20 Pounds Gone*, Goodbye Brain Fog

At my first appointment with Darlene, she said she was going to teach me to eat like people used to eat. This meant no processed food and instead, eating real food which sounded good to me! I put all of my trust in Darlene and followed my new eating plan diligently. Within two months I felt like a new person! I had lots of energy—more than I could ever imagine—and mentally I felt so much better with clearer, more focused thinking. To this day I still have tons of energy. I’m almost 71 now and my friends comment about how much energy I have.

Leo's Story - 47 Pounds Lost* & Counting

My number one goal in doing the Nutrition 4 Weight Loss program was to lose weight, and that’s exactly what I achieved. So far I’ve lost 47 pounds and 19.5 inches, and I will continue to follow the program to lose more weight. What’s so great about this program is that it’s simple! And sustainable—unlike other things I’ve tried in the past that didn’t stick. I know this is an eating plan I can follow easily for the rest of my life.

Brenda T's Story - 25 Pounds Lost*, Better Sleep & Digestion

Max's Story - Managing ADHD Through Diet

Through nutrition counseling, Max learned how to manage his ADHD symptoms and heartburn.

Sydney's Story - End to Chronic Constipation & Anorexia

Amy's Story - 10 Pounds Lost*, Improved Cholesterol & Sleep

My life totally changed after going through the weekend seminar. I don’t believe in starving myself or dieting to get healthy. Food has to taste good, otherwise forget it! Right away, I knew this seminar was right for me because it’s all about being satisfied and eating good food. After the seminar, I immediately revamped my kitchen, throwing out processed foods...Eating the Weight & Wellness Way was the ONLY thing I changed, and within three months I saw amazing results!

Ali's Story - Hormones Back on Track

I knew something was off with my health. I hadn’t had my period in two years, had acne and brittle hair and my fluctuating hormone levels had me feeling out of whack. What I learned from Brenna has been life changing. I feel like a woman again, finally getting my period after two years of not getting it. I feel so healthy, less anxious and more balanced than I ever have!

Test Kathy's Story - A Journey to Better Health and Wellness

Kathy’s success story is proof that real food, sustainable changes, and the right guidance can lead to incredible health transformations.

Kathy's Story - A Journey to Better Health and Wellness

Bonnie’s Story – I Wake Up Every Day With a Smile

Bonnie figured out the source of her chronic pain and lost weight with the help of nutrition.

Lori’s Story - 25 Pounds Gone*, Improved Mental Health

I joined the [Nutrition 4 Weight Loss] program wanting to get control of my eating. Food was my comfort and my friend at times, and I felt that I was out of control with it. It’s so amazing that through the classes and my consultation with JoAnn, I now think of food a fuel and it’s been life-changing! I have lost 25 pounds so far, and I feel awesome both mentally and physically. Mentally, I’m sharper. Physically, I’m less bloated.

Lee W.'s Story - 10 Pounds Lost*, Chronic Diarrhea Relief

Tarina’s Story - How One Podcast Episode Changed My Life

After struggling with an autoimmune condition and searching for answers, Tarina discovered the Dishing Up Nutrition podcast, which led her to eliminate gluten and dairy—transforming her health, reversing her symptoms, and changing her life forever.

Barb's Story - Reduced Cravings & Lost 62 Pounds*

I now know exactly what foods to eat to avoid cravings, stay at a healthy weight, keep heartburn away, avoid pain in my knee and keep my energy up. I know what works and what doesn’t. I’m happy to report that I lost 62 pounds and dropped four dress sizes. It’s a great feeling to know how to eat to succeed and know that I can do it! I’m in control, not my cravings. I’m excited to join another Nutrition 4 Weight Loss class for ongoing support as I continue to lose weight and maintain my health.

Elaine's Story — 27 Pounds Lost*, Reduced Hot Flashes

The Nutrition 4 Weight Loss Program has been wonderful. My teacher Oralee taught me great tips on preparing and storing food and always had great snack ideas to try. I didn’t have to struggle losing weight like I’ve have in the past. I’m excited to be retaking the program for support as I continue to lose weight. I’ve finally found the right way to eat!

Madeline's Story - 30 Years of Back Pain Gone

My back pain ruled my life. When I had back spasms, I couldn’t sit, lie down or move; many times I couldn’t work. I could only stand still and ride out the pain. I sought out help from chiropractors, acupuncturists, massage therapists, and physical therapists, which provided only temporary relief. I have been a long-time listener of the Dishing Up Nutrition radio show and decided to make a nutrition counseling appointment. At my first appointment with Dar, I told her my goals were to be drug free and pain free; and within two months, Dar delivered.

Steve’s Story - 15 Pounds Lost*, Food Addictions Gone

It seemed like no matter how much I worked out, I couldn’t get rid of the last 20 pounds of “spare tire” I had around my middle. It wasn’t until my wife encouraged me to join her for a nutrition counseling appointment at Nutritional Weight & Wellness that I started to see the weight fall off and noticed other health improvements as well.

Amy Y.'s Story - 50 Pounds Lost*

Nicole's Story - 17 Pounds Lost*, No Longer Prediabetic

The 12-week result: The redness, puffiness and dryness in my skin is gone. My joint pain disappeared. My allergies are much more under control...I am no longer prediabetic. Additionally, my blood pressure is much more stable. I’ve lost more than 11 inches, 17 pounds and dropped several clothing sizes. And my moods, let me tell you, I am a much more even-tempered person!

Mike’s Story - 37 Pounds Lost* & Feeling Like a Kid Again

I’ve been really impressed with the Nutrition 4 Weight Loss Program. I had an amazing turn around in my health. Not only did I lose weight each week, I also gained energy, improved my mood, am clear-headed, the inflammation in my joints is down, I sleep soundly, and my eyes even work better.

Christopher's Story - Lowering Cholesterol with Real Food

My cholesterol went from 585 to 300 in three months following the eating plan from my nutritionist.

Pat M.'s Story - 35 Pounds Lost* & Family's Health Improved

Jim's Story - 45 Pounds Lost*, Blood Pressure Normal Again

I’ll be honest, I dreaded going to my first appointment with Darlene because I thought that all my favorite foods would be taken away and it would be miserable to do. The reality was much different. It was a two-way conversation with Darlene. She showed me how to modify how I cook my favorite foods and make other small changes so I could ease into it. I walked out of Darlene’s office feeling motivated. Her advice made sense and I believed I could make the changes she suggested.

Managing Multiple Sclerosis with Nutrition: Tina's Story

I lived with some pain in my arms, some dizziness, and occasional optic migraines, believing I didn’t have MS. It wasn’t until my sister told me that she had been diagnosed with MS that I decided to be tested by a neurologist. After meeting with a nutritionist at Nutritional Weight & Wellness, I removed gluten and dairy from my diet. Each year I get an MRI to monitor my MS, and each year the results show that the lesions haven’t gotten any bigger—in fact they seem to have gotten smaller. Also, no new lesions have formed.

Elizabeth’s Story - No More Panic Attacks

Katie taught me the importance of gut health and how the gut is the “second brain” and related to my panic attacks. She put together a meal plan to help heal my gut. Without her help, I know I wouldn’t be where I am today. I’m happy to say that I feel more connected to my body than ever before...bloating and cramping I felt in my stomach on a daily basis disappeared.

Melissa’s Story – Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain Gone

After two years of pain and feeling awful, Melissa enrolled in Nutrition 4 Weight Loss and found relief.

Maggie’s Story — I No Longer Feel Sick All The Time

Randi N.'s Story - 60 Pounds Lost* & Counting

Heidi’s Story - Lost Weight & Improved Muscle Definition

Since I’ve been following my new eating plan, I have felt so much stronger with my workout routines. My pants fit better and my cellulite is disappearing! Even though the scale hasn’t moved too much, only about three pounds, there has been a huge difference in my body composition. My muscles are more defined in my arms and shoulders, which I credit to my workouts, but I know that my eating has been the catalyst in taking me to an improved level of health. My skin is more hydrated and since I’ve been on the program, I’ve had two people comment about my glowing skin.

Carmen's Story – Getting My Osteoporosis & Binge Eating Under Control

Changing my diet, adding key supplements along with support from my nutritionist have helped me move the dial on my osteoporosis diagnosis.

Sandy's Story - Changed Her Eating to Lose 107 Pounds*

I look at food so much differently now. Seeing people eat fast food, donuts and such, makes me feel sad because I see people eating those things, like I used to, and they don’t realize what they are doing to their bodies. Now I know and I’m so thankful. And I lost 107 pounds so clearly eating this way works! I’m walking more than ever, my depression has lifted, my digestion improved, shopping is easier, and playing with my grandkids is easier. Everything is easier!

Jamey’s Story - Managing Asthma & Increasing Energy

My asthma was getting in the way of high-intensity training for Ironman competitions. I had been looking into holistic ways to manage my asthma and allergies and ended up finding the Dishing Up Nutrition podcast. Brenna really took the time to understand our specific health concerns and needs as athletes. She showed us how to incorporate healthy carbs into our diets in appropriate amounts, instead of carb-loading.

Liz’s Story – A Breast Cancer & Autoimmune Disease Survivor

Learn how a breast cancer survivor transformed her health and autoimmune struggles by following a personalized nutrition plan.

Laura Story – A Lifetime of Migraines Finally Under Control

Mary Lou's Story - Down 70 Pounds* & Moving Great

I was overweight, struggled with chronic pain from fibromyalgia and was taking 12 prescription medications for high blood pressure, high cholesterol, GERD, anxiety, sleep problems and pain. The prescriptions left me feeling lethargic and in a fog most of the time. I had trouble moving and relied on my cane to walk. Since taking Nutrition 4 Weight Loss, I’ve lost 70 pounds and I no longer need a cane to move around. It has been a treat to go into the regular women’s department to shop for clothes rather than the plus size section. Best of all, I’m off all the prescription medications I was taking.

Lon’s Story – Chronic Migraines & Brain Fog Eliminated

After battling brain fog and chronic migraines, Lon's health troubles were fixed after changing his nutrition and eliminating sugar.

Greg's Story - 35 Pound Belly Gone*, Feeling Great

[With the Nutrition 4 Weight Loss Program] My belly got smaller and smaller each week, and I now weigh 198 pounds. That’s 35 pounds of my big belly gone! I went from taking 9 different pills a day to zero! My cholesterol is normal, my blood pressure is normal, my blood sugar readings are normal…all my numbers are back on track. The Nutrition 4 Weight Loss Program is not a diet class, it’s simply an eating class.

Jennifer's Story - Overcoming Anorexia

Chris’ Story – Overcoming Anxiety with Real Food

Chris overcame debilitating anxiety after listening to Dishing Up Nutrition and changing his diet.

Whitney’s Story - Relief from Crohn's

Whitney struggled with severe Crohn's for half of her life. She finally took her health in her own hands when her doctors only wanted to put her on more medication that wasn't working.

Ginny’s Story - 44 Pounds Lost* by Overcoming Yo-Yo Dieting

Ginny lost 44 pounds and gained power and control over her life.

Kristy’s Story - 40 Pounds Lost* & In Control of Her Weight

Kristy overcame binge eating, sugar cravings and lost 30 pounds.

Mary’s Story – Healing My Body Through Food

Plagued by gout, Mary found relief through eating real food.

Jacque’s Story - 60 Pounds Lost*, Colitis Symptoms Gone

I have lost 60 pounds and several dress sizes. My colitis symptoms are completely gone! I’m much more confident; my moods are bright, and my anxiety has lifted.

Madisyn's Story - 70 Pounds Lost*, Confident & Focused

I felt like good nutrition was the answer to losing the weight, so my mom looked into it and found the Nutrition 4 Weight Loss Program...In less than a year I lost 70 pounds and 50 inches! I feel so much better. I’m more confident in my clothes!

Zane's Story - From Anxious & Depressed to Confident

A year ago, I hit rock bottom with my son’s health issues. He was chronically anxious, inattentive in school and suffering with ADD, and underweight. His future was uncertain. But thanks to nutritional counseling from Nutritional Weight & Wellness, I have a much brighter outlook for my son. Amazingly, two weeks into Zane’s new eating plan, I casually asked him how he felt. “I feel alive for the first time in my life,” he replied. I was floored. He continued to say, “I feel normal. This is what normal feels like.” He wasn’t depressed, anxious or worried. Over time there were more changes. The dark circles under his eyes went away, and he gained weight to where he’s now at a normal weight. The chronic constipation he always dealt with went away. He’s focused at school, and things are making more sense to him.

Jon’s Story – Reaching His Weight Goal within Months

Jon was able to lose weight, decrease his aches and pains, and improve his mood and energy by eating real food in balance.

Laura's Story - 10 Pounds Lost*, New Relationship with Food

The nutrition counseling and Nutrition 4 Weight Loss Program were incredible. I learned so much. Words cannot express how good it feels to have this new-found mental freedom when it comes to how I think about food. I know how to plan, cook and eat well. It’s easy for me now, I just get it done each week and I’m a much happier, well-rounded person because of it. As I continue to improve my health, it’s great to know that I have a partner in wellness with Nutritional Weight & Wellness.

Norma's Story - Over 30 Pounds Lost* & Sleeping Soundly

I have lost more than 30 pounds at this point and hope to lose more. I experience fewer aches and pains and only notice pain occasionally. To my surprise, I learned the weight loss isn’t what made my arthritis pain lessen; it’s actually all the healing fats that I eat now! With my pain gone, I’ve been able to sleep through the night again. This way of eating really works! My blood work is better, cholesterol is good, and I continue to lose weight.

Amber’s Story - Controlling Gestational Diabetes with Food

Amber has been able to control blood sugar, improve sleep, and increase energy during her second pregnancy. Learn how she did it with Nutrition 4 Weight Loss.

Anastasia’s Story — 22 Pounds Lost*, Digestive Troubles Cured

Anastasia found digestive relief through nutrition counseling which identified foods causing her digestive troubles & led to a 22 pound weight loss

Grace H.'s Story - 38 Pounds Lost* & Her Spirit Regained

Cathy’s Story - How I Reversed My Pre-Diabetes Diagnosis and Got Off Blood Pressure Meds

After a pre-diabetes diagnosis, Cathy turned to the Nutrition 4 Weight Loss Program for support.

Deziree’s Story - 30 Pounds Gone*, Fibromyalgia Pain Lifted

My daily heartburn is gone, and my digestion has improved. I’m no longer feeling bloated or gassy. I’ve even noticed less swelling in my body. Along with the pain, my anxiety and depressed have lifted.

Case Study: Sugar Addiction Broke, 37 Pounds Lost*

Jennie changed her eating habits to reduce sugar cravings, lose weight, reduce joint pain, and feel amazing.

Case Study: Losing 25 Pounds*, Ending Sugar Cravings and Overcoming Depression

I’m happy to report that I lost 25 pounds! I dropped from a size 10 to a size 6. The weight loss has been wonderful, but I’ve also been surprised by how much happier and less anxious I feel. I was diagnosed with obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and depression long ago, and I never would have believed that eating well could change how I felt mentally, but it did. That’s been an amazing benefit of my new eating plan!

Jennifer's Story - 45 Pounds Lost*, Chronic Infections Gone

Since taking that class more than one year ago and meeting with Katie, I’ve had several health improvements. I haven’t been sick with any infections or on any antibiotics! My skin was always “upset” with hives and acne and was so sensitive to the touch. After changing my eating, my face and fingers aren’t swollen any more. Acne, something that I’ve struggled with since I was teen, cleared along with the hives. My digestion has turned around completely. Along with all of these amazing changes to my health, I lost 45 pounds. I would still like to lose more weight, but that will come in time as I continue on my eating plan.

Lisa's Story - 30 Pounds Lost*, A Health Transformation

In the past, I struggled with a laundry list of health issues: poor sleep, sinus infections, chronic coughing, arthritis pain in my foot, migraines, digestive issues and excess weight. Even after seeing several specialists such as ENTs, a pulmonologist and a neurologist, I still had issues until I started the Nutrition 4 Weight Loss program.