I contacted Heather for some advice and help regarding my eating habits. She was very flexible in meeting times and location. We met for about an hour and I felt that she really listened to my concerns and what I was trying to change. She gave me some very good, concrete ideas of changes I can make. I would highly recommend meeting with Heather - her rates are very reasonable and she is very knowledgeable.
Melissa - Syracuse, NY
I would recommend meeting with Heather to anyone, regardless of how well (they think) they eat. Her knowledge of food and how it affects the body is second to none and she motivates without being judgmental. Heather showed me that making the smallest changes whether it be adding or subtracting items from your diet make the biggest difference. She showed me how to work around my food allergies without feeling like I have lost opportunities to have great tasting food. I'm approaching 40 and I have never felt better.
Thomas - Syracuse, NY
The overall positive changes I have experienced after working with Heather would be that I am more confident in myself. I eat better and have found a new love for cooking. I understand the importance of a healthy lifestyle and strive for it daily. I cook so much more now and it has become one of my favorite things to do. I know more about different foods and their nutrients which has broadened my palette. My weight has gone down and my energy levels are greater.
Heather is accessible, dependent, and reliable and I thoroughly enjoyed working with her as my health coach. For so long I thought about reaching out to her for help but didn’t have the courage to. I am thankful that I finally made the jump and met with Heather. She made me feel very comfortable and proud to make a difference in my lifestyle. She helped me to understand why I might be eating a certain way and other alternatives to it. She introduced foods to me I never knew what to do with before and they have now become staple pieces in my life. Heather is very supportive and encouraging. She let me know it’s okay for me to treat myself every once and awhile without feeling so guilty. It was a great privilege to work with Heather and I’m very grateful for the experience.
Jessica - Syracuse, NY
Working with Heather has been one of the best things I have ever done. I cannot speak more highly of my experience, I loved working with Heather because she took time to understand the impact that my food allergies and celiac were having on my body. Instead of introducing more stress, she was kind and understanding and made me feel better about myself, at a time where I desperately needed support. I appreciated that Heather was always available to me by phone, text or email. She even was a great friend to chat with!
She was never judgmental, only supportive. She listened to me, and I felt comfortable to be open for I knew she was kind and understanding. We were able to start completely fresh, with a new insightful and perspective to deal with the medical problems that had been plaguing me and which had escalated with all of the medical testing and stress. If we were in a good conversation, we just talked longer. My stomach has never felt better in my entire life. Instead of just using a quick fix diet we changed my whole lifestyle so that I am feeling confident about myself. Her suggestions were phenomenal.
Her advice was sound and she gave me lots of samples, recipes and references which empowered me to take control of my illness and feel healthy and well again. She gave me control again and gave me my life back. The tools that she shared with me I will carry with me for the rest of my life. I hope you are just as lucky as I am to have met her!!
Haviland - Syracuse, NY
After working with Heather, I am more aware when I eat - am I really hungry? Or just needing to chew or something sweet for the mood I am in. I eat more fresh vegetables and fruits and when I am at work I try to get up from my desk more. I am really working hard at not being an emotional eater. When I am eating to just eat I am able to recognize it and I believe it helps me control or stop the behavior. I am cooking more and making better food choices.
Heather is knowledgeable, patient, and nonjudgmental. She has a great way about her and she explains different ways to think about food, everyday activities and exercise and makes suggestions that fit the customer’s uniqueness. This is what makes her program work because it is all about the individual and the fact that everyone is different. Heather is very supportive and encouraging and does not push her ideas on someone . She wants clients to buy in on their own - then the success they have is theirs. Changing lifestyles is very hard and can become very discouraging that is why so many people fail. With her program the customer can work at their own pace and have small successes that keep them engage and focused on their goal.
Denise E. - Syracuse, NY
If you want to take steps toward a healthier life, I highly recommend signing up with Heather. She is knowledgeable, understanding and motivating - without being judgmental. Heather shares how to incorporate small changes that make a big difference. She proves that healthy eating need not be difficult or boring, but delicious and sometimes even exciting! As a Nutritional and Wellness Coach, Heather has found her niche.
Cecilia - Kansas City, MO
I wanted to thank you for the enjoyable grocery store tour at Wegman's. It was informative and I find myself trying new things, especially in the produce section, every time I go in there - which is several times a week! The red chard was quite good, I still think I like sauteed spinach better but I'm going to continue to give it a try and new greens as well. I've been crazy over salads made with red and green leaf lettuces. It was a pleasure meeting you and learning from you.
Grocery Store Tour Participant, Michele Syracuse, NY
After working with Heather on a 6 month program I am now able to self-coach myself through cravings; I’m not “afraid” of any foods; I eat many more whole foods – and enjoy them; I now truly believe in making changes for health and wellness – instead of just simply losing weight; I enjoy life so much more now. I have respect and love for myself now – I no longer hate looking at myself in the mirror; I am making life changes that will stick! I have lost around 10 pounds; my energy level is WAY, WAY up; my depression has lifted a great deal; I cook more; make much better food choices for my family and myself; I get more sleep (because I have so much more energy during the day, I don’t feel as much of a need to stay up late; plus, I see it as so much more connected to my health now!); my skin looks much more radiant; I have tried a lot of different foods and enjoy them!; I just feel SO much better overall!! Heather is extremely supportive, passionate, and informed; an excellent listener – I feel like you truly HEAR me, instead of just listen to my words; always willing to go the extra mile and send links, do extra research; a very gifted communicator.
Kara - Independence, MO
We invited Heather to speak at our quarterly potluck on fair, fresh and healthy food. Not only was she an engaging speaker, Heather provided a very informative presentation on why eating local is good and healthy for you. By taking a unique approach on the 'energy' associated with food depending on how it was produced or grown, she inspired us to change our perspective and look at food in a wonderful, new way. The discussion that followed her presentation was meaningful and gave our guests much to think about. We would love to have Heather speak again at a future event.
After working with Heather my digestion improved, I was cooking more and making better food choices. I also lowered my cholesterol levels. Heather is great, she is a good listener, she is concerned for her clients and is a great communicator. She is also very professional.
Denise - Syracuse, NY
I appreciate the time and knowledge Heather put into my 6 month program. Through working with her I am cooking more greens, I have less cravings, I am more aware of my eating habits and I am content with my new lifestyle. Most importantly I have a reduction in the health concerns that I went to Heather with at the outset. Thank you.
Kolleen - Syracuse, NY
My journey began with Heather about 8 months ago. Having been diagnosed with Hypothyroidism I quickly learned that people with this disease nearly go crazy trying to find some level of normality. In my case, normality would be even more elusive since I no longer have any adrenal glands (they were removed because of Cushing's Disease).
From the outset Heather began to work with me to make major life style changes. For years(literally) my thoughts of food controlled most of my thought life. Don't eat breakfast, don't do this, eat this and so on. Life style changes are not easy. Eating behaviors are some of the worst kinds of behaviors to change. So I was skeptical from the outset but resolute to do all that Heather recommended. Heather started by giving me an extensive list of foods that would help control my Hypothyroidism. These foods performed double duty by giving me a feeling of satisfaction after I ate them. The longer I was committed to these foods the more the bondage to the old foods went away.
Food is no longer my enemy. My journey has been successful. My new way of eating (I call it the "Heather Way") has finally given me the results I was hoping for. To-date, I am down 16 pounds. More importantly, I think differently about ALL the foods I eat.
Heather knows her stuff. I'm thankful that she has made this her life's work. Besides having the knowledge to help people like me, Heather is also patient and compassionate.
I am glad to recommend her to everyone who has "life style" struggles. The investment is worth it. Call her and get signed up.
Beri - Kansas City, MO
Heather's advice is indispensable! She has guided my family and I through the past 6 months of transitioning our diet to the exciting world of eating and enjoying the real, whole foods that come from this beautiful earth. She is always patient and always kind. Heather does a great amount of research to arrive at the best possible realistic solution. It is obvious that this is her calling and passion in life. I am very grateful to be a recipient of it!
Allyson - Des Moines, Iowa
Heather has a great gift; she has the ability to help people heal themselves. Heather has taught me how amazing the human body is, and how the power to heal ourselves is within us. No matter what my problem may be Heather has found a remedy, through research and thought. I am grateful for the help Heather has given me.
Erin - Syracuse, NY
