Testimonials
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I have been a long time client of Nutrition Energy. I was transferred to Cristina after Jaime left to raise her family. I am very happy with Cristina's care and concern of my overall health issues. She keeps me motivated, on track and encourages me in all phases of my diet and exercise. She is the best and would recommend her very highly.
-E. Schwartzman
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Having just returned to running after being injured for 3 months and also planning to run my first marathon, I wanted to make sure that I was doing everything correct with regards to marathon preparation and to lose the extra weight I had put on so I made an appointment with Cristina. Thank goodness that I did. Cristina helped me understand everything I was doing wrong nutrition-wise from not eating enough protein to not eating enough full stop. She also completely overhauled my nutrition before, during and after runs. It has been 5 weeks since my initial visit and I can already see my body becoming leaner, my energy levels are astounding and most importantly I just ran my first half marathon and was only 3 minutes slower than my pre injury time and all in 5 weeks. Looking forward to working even more with Cristina and running my first marathon.
Kind regards,
-Vicky
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Click here for the one secret for weight loss -Jaime! I had that extra 20 lbs of post-baby fat that I could never seem to get rid of. Over the 7 years since I had my kid, I did all sorts of diets and routines - nothing seemed to stick. Then I met Jaime and - wow - everything changed. She helped me create a new way of eating for myself - largely designed by me with her help, including in it for the first time things I love like a little sugar in my coffee, and my daily dose of chocolate. Instead of feeling like a diet of deprivation, like the others, this new way of eating feels healthy and abundant and freeing. I never feel starving or craving like before. I lost those 20 lbs in 3 months and 2 years later they are still off. Thank you Jaime!
-S. Seggerman
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"I think Mary Ellen is a wonderful dietitian. She is very informative and caring. Any questions I have to ask she can answer no matter how small or silly. But most importantly for me she’s down to earth and real easy to talk to and we have a ball of laughs at every visit. Oh and I've also lost about 15 lbs since I've been seeing her!"
-Leslie Green
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I can’t say enough good things about Jaime. In my mid-50’s, and with a long history of an eating disorder and very quirky and restrictive eating habits, I had little hope that Nutrition Energy, or any nutritionist, could really help me learn to properly fuel my body while sustaining a healthy exercise regimen.
But then along came Jaime. At our first appointment, I knew I had hit the jackpot. Jaime is understanding and completely non-judgmental. Addressing my fears and concerns as well as my hopes and goals, she worked with me to design a food plan that I actually could handle. And when I say, “work with,” I mean just that. If I was resistant to one suggestion or unable to carry out a planned goal, Jaime easily made adjustments (Jaime has an arsenal of tricks up her sleeve; it seemed like every week she had a new recipe tip or food item to suggest.). She was far more patient with me than I was with myself.
In short, Jaime “got me.” With sensitivity, kindness, and a good dose of humor, she taught me to how to make healthier food choices and helped me to push boundaries and open doors I thought had been permanently closed.
So, whether you’re trying to lose, gain, or maintain your weight, I have not doubt that Jaime can help you.
-J. Stern
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I am a dancer who has been suffering from eating disorders, such as Anorexia, Bulimia and Exercise Bulimia for fifteen years and has seen many nutritionists, dietitians and food counselors throughout my life. I thought I knew it all about nutrition and there was nothing new a nutritionist could teach me about food. Boy- was I wrong. When I met Jaime, I realized there was an A-Z about nutrition I didn’t know. I learned how to treat food as fuel and to use it in a balanced way rather than to have it in extreme quantities. Jaime taught me how to exercise in order to be healthy and not just to “chase calories” to be skinny. She explained that the numbers on the scale do not define who I am, and that the way my clothes feel is a better indication of weigh loss. During the times I saw Jaime, I learned valuable lessons, such as writing down everything I eat. I am so grateful for my times with Jaime. I have learned many important nutritional principals that I still use on a daily basis and I know that any person would be lucky to have her as their dietitian.
-T.M.
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Cristina Rivera is an angel that touched my life and turned it around 360°. When I first came to Nutrition Energy I carried a long list of illnesses that included a lifelong obesity problem. Cristina was warm and made me feel very comfortable from the get-go. She was very knowledgeable and made me feel confident enough about embarking in this very new journey to health and happiness. She has not only been supportive and very understanding but has provided me with a new set of tools and a solid foundation for a healthy future.
After almost five months of working with Cristina I can gladly report that I have lost 50 lbs and I am still losing weight. Cristina taught me everything I now know about eating and has challenged me to make changes in my life that I never thought possible. Everyone around me has noticed the difference and I truthfully feel like a completely different person.
Cristina: thank you so much for everything! You’ve changed my life for the better and I could have not lost all the weight I have lost without your help and support. God bless you!
-M.Martinez
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I was a Weight Watcher for many years and after so many years with Weight Watcher's, it stopped working for me. While talking to a co-worker, she was seeing Jaime at Nutrition Energy and recommended her very highly. The next day, I called and made an appointment to see Jaime. Jaime got me back on track and kept me on point after reviewing my food diary. I have succesfully lost weight. Good luck at your new location.
-E. Schwartzman
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"When my Doctor told me that he wanted to put me on Lipitor to control my high cholesterol, I realized that something needed to be done. I was 30 pounds overweight, my LDL cholesterol was a whopping 188, my overall cholesterol was 255, and I am a high risk for diabetes. I wanted to become healthy again, but I knew that I did not want to take Lipitor or any other type of meds to get there. That is when I decided to contact Nutrition Energy. Not only did Cristina Rivera make me feel comfortable, but she also convinced me that if I work hard and follow her advice, we could get my cholesterol and weight down to a healthy level within 6 months! With Cristina's expertise, patience and positive reinforcement, she became instrumental in helping me reach a large portion of my goal in half the time without the meds! Within 3 months, my LDL was down to 135, my overall cholesterol was 197, and we are still counting down!! I have also lost 20 pounds in 5 months, the healthy way, and will reach my goal of 30 lost pounds in no time. I feel healthy, have more energy and can't wait to see the look on my doctor's face when he sees that I did it without the meds! Cristina is my heroine and has changed my life forever. She has taught me how to eat, exercise and challenge myself. It hasn't been easy, but it hasn't been as hard as I thought it would be. I look forward to my next appointment with Cristina at Nutrition Energy!"
-Leonardo Trillo
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I honestly cannot talk about having MaryEllen as my nutritionist without getting teary-eyed.
I discovered that I had polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS) thirteen years ago when my weight started burgeoning, so I went on a crusade to shed the excess pounds as losing weight was a surefire way to reverse PCOS. I went on one fad diet after another, but my weight continued to climb until I hit well over 200 lbs. At a routine physical my internist, Dr. Keith LaScalea, recommended that I give Nutrition Energy a try. Well, I can gladly report that I have been receiving nutrition counseling from MaryEllen for almost a year and have lost 59 lbs. (I am only 11 lbs. away from my goal weight)! Thanks to MaryEllen's nutritional expertise, motivation and downright care, I no longer suffer with PCOS! My meetings with MaryEllen are certainly one of the highlights of my weeks. I've done it all in my sessions with MaryEllen -- I've laughed, I've cried, I've tried to convince MaryEllen that I can find my inner chi at the bottom of a 32 ounce glass of Long Island iced tea and I've subjected MaryEllen to my streams of consciousness on the wholesomeness of McDonald's apple pies. I feel like it is almost unfair to call her a nutritionist alone. In so many ways, MaryEllen has been a therapist and good friend to me. Thanks to her organized and pragmatic approach to weight loss, "nutrition" is no longer an elusive term. I can now walk into a supermarket and read and understand nutrition labels without feeling overwhelmed. MaryEllen's guidance has helped me to fit healthy eating and exercise seamlessly into my life. If I have my way, "MaryEllen Conway" will soon become a household name.
MaryEllen, your encouragement is priceless and your positivity infectious. I ALWAYS leave our sessions feeling like a better person than when I walked in. It takes a special kind of person to know the right words to say at the right time. I don't know that you will ever fully understand how much you have helped me to transform physically and emotionally. Just for the mere fact that you've helped me to reverse the PCOS, which put me at a higher risk than the average person for diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, cancer and osteoporosis to name a few, you've helped add years to my life! There aren't enough "thank yous" in the world for what you've given me. You take so little credit every time I tell you this, but I truly could not have lost weight without you. You rock!
- Susan Clarke
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"Lauren is not only a great sports nutritionist for my patients, she helped me with my own Triathlon nutrition as well. Thanks to her, I beat my brother."
-Jordan D. Metzl, MD, Medical Columnist, Triathlete Magazine
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"I treat many endurance athletes, and I always feel comfortable referring them to Lauren’s office. She has diverse knowledge in her field, from counseling athletes on their training diets and race day preparation, to handling diabetes, gastrointestinal problems and weight-loss. And she has the knowledge and experience in sports nutrition on a personal level, being a college runner and continuing to compete since then in running and triathlon.
For example, athletes and patients really value how she helps them simplify the task of determining how many calories are necessary for both finishing races feeling good and also for having energy for everyday living."
-Dr. Marc Bochner, Bochner Chiropractic Care
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"Lauren- Thanks so much for your continuing direction and support as I try to get back on a healthier path. The combination of the nutrition plan and exercise are showing results, and I couldn't be more pleased. Again, thank you for helping me to pull it all together."
-Regards, Ed
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"My biggest goal was to lose weight while training appropriately for my first marathon. I've gone to other nutritionists in the past, but Lauren is different. She can relate to me and she understands my needs. I hadn't met a nutritionist before that had run multiple marathons, done triathlons, and was as in tune to the needs of an athlete until I met Lauren. She was really approachable and knowledgeable about athletics, health and nutrition.
Nutrition has been a huge part of my training. I feel very safe because I know I am doing everything right. Lauren helped me shape everything and create a whole picture for my nutrition and athletic needs. I couldn't have done it without her.
She is easy to talk to…even about tough issues, like weight. We have fun, we laugh during our sessions. Lauren's positivity at each session fuels me to be positive.
I would refer her to others in a heartbeat.
I have no plans of stopping my nutrition counseling. The future will bring more races, weight maintenance, and continued healthy eating plans, and I plan to work with Lauren after my marathon to continue balancing my nutrition needs and workouts."
- J.S.
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 "I didn't pay much attention to nutrition at all in the past. Recently, when my Dr. told me I had high cholesterol, I started to pay more attention to nutrition and what I am putting into my body. Lauren has taught me to roll up my sleeves and get a better grasp of my cholesterol. I have been changing my eating habits, consuming less cheese and beef and more soy, fish and almonds. Working with Lauren is my time to step back and reflect on what I am doing to improve my eating.
I also chose Lauren because she has a sports (nutrition) background and is an ironman triathlete. I needed advice on my cholesterol...and sports nutrition, so it was a way of killing two birds with one stone.
She was a lifesaver for me for my 1st Half Ironman this past July, and for my 1st Marathon (New York City 2004). Nutrition was a big part of the race for me. It was one of my biggest worries. Lauren took me step by step through what I needed (nutritionally) for each part of the race. She even calculated specific numbers-such as how many calories I need per hour, how much water I would lose and what I would need to replenish (during training and racing). The whole plan gave me a high level of security, knowing that my nutrition plan was right on target.
Nutrition is something that many triathletes don't think enough about. By planning ahead with Lauren, my nutrition plan helped me achieve a successful finish. I am paying a lot more attention to what I am putting into my body now. I am eating healthier now, which is a good feeling."
-Tony Claudino
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 "When I first started with Lauren I had horrendous stomach problems and was undergoing invasive tests for stomach diseases, pain and diarrhea. I was losing weight when I wanted to gain, and needed compassion and understanding-which I got from Lauren.
It was the toughest thing I've ever gone through. Because we eat all day, every day, stomach and digestive problems affected me all day every day. I was so confused before I started my sessions. I used to be afraid to eat. Lauren was really thorough about telling me exactly what I could eat every day. We went through every spice and food, and I found that I really needed the nutrition education. It is nice to have freedom in what I eat again…I can go out to dinner again now. She was a really good support system for me, both on the phone and during sessions… she even told me I could call her with questions when we finished our sessions.
Any person with a stomach problem would benefit greatly from seeing a nutritionist like Lauren. I recommend my friends to Lauren. They all call me for advice now and I tell them that Lauren can help them set up a realistic diet and functional meal plan just for each of them."
- Shannon Dinota
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