| "It's impossible for me to remember
how many times I have gone on diets. Not just to lose weight
but to feel better. Well my problem was not just staying on
the diet but remembering to eat. What I would do was I would
get bored with the foods that I was suppose to eat so I would
just stop eating. Needless to say I would make myself ill
and on top of that I would not loss weight.
I decided this time I would get a food coach. After looking
at several sites and talking with several coaches I decided
I wanted to work with Audrey. Not only do I agree with many
of her ideas about eating I appreciate her passion and the
energy she brings into what she is doing. She is caring, dependable,
open, passionate, a team player and the list could go on.
With her help I was able to learn the best ways that worked
for me to be successful with my eating. When there were weeks
that did not go as well she would never discourage me and
would work to find other ideas that may work for the following
week. If I had questions between our sessions she was always
responsive.
When I started working with Audrey I had high blood pressure,
high cholesterol, constipation problems, obesity and Candida.
I have lost 42 pounds, no longer have high blood pressure
and my cholesterol is close to normal range. All without medication."
-- G.T
"I was a bit apprehensive about working
with a "coach" as I am very independent; I like
to figure things out on my own and I'm generally wary of having
others "tell me what to do". But I came to a point
where I needed more support with the process of changing my
diet and learning to eat raw.
I was drawn to Audrey's accepting and encouraging nature.
I feel safe to be more open because she is so non-judgmental.
She is also respectful of the pace at which I want to move.
Audrey is a great inspiration and role model of someone successful
and happy eating this way. She understands the connection
between food and emotions and she has tools and strategies
for this lifestyle. She has pointed me to the right resources
at various times -- books, web sites, prepared foods I can
find locally, and easy recipes. Things I never would've thought
of or found on my own. She also helped me with ways to become
more aware of my emotions and fulfill my wants and needs with
positive things other than food. I have read about emotional
eating before and understood it intellectually, but Audrey's
support helps me make real connections in my life and be able
to start making changes.
With Audrey's help the past few months, I've made a lot
of progress. I understand myself and my relationship with
food better. I was recently able to complete a goal of one
month all-raw and am excited to continue on the path of holistic
health.
I would encourage anyone who wants to make this diet and
lifestyle change to get personal support from someone like
Audrey who is open, understanding, and knowledgeable -- it
really makes a difference!"
-- L.S.
"Audrey is an inspiration to anyone
aspiring to eat RAW. She is full of so much information and
I consider her a 'pro' at what she does. 'What does she do?'
you ask? 'What are the benefits to a RAW food coach?'
As a person who has struggled and struggled to maintain
a raw food diet -- I felt the need to look outside myself
for assistance. I needed help -- I needed a coach! I found
Audrey on Alissa Cohen's "rawfoodtalk" website.
There are other coach's but after reading Audrey's own website
and talking with her on the phone I knew I had made the right
connection. She is SO kind. From the first time you hear her
voice, you will know this (or feel it). She is SO knowledgeable
about raw foods and nutrition in general. She knew the answers
to whatever questions I posed. And she is SO 'there' for you.
I went through a rough time emotionally trying to get RAW
and Audrey could not have done more. She was willing to help
me achieve my goals with whatever it took on her part. She
wanted to know that I was doing okay. She helped me to get
to the RAW place I am currently at and I know if I want to
go more RAW she would be there to help me again. There is
NO judgment and NO pressure with Audrey -- she wants you to
succeed and she is always there to help you. I would highly
recommend her and her approach to RAW. THANK YOU AUDREY!!
-- M.W.
I was first diagnosed with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome 13 years
ago and I suffered with the condition for about 3 years before
I was diagnosed. It affected every part of my life and drastically
reduced the quality of life, so when I found out about the
healing benefits of raw foods 8 years ago it was like a breath
of fresh air. As a result of this discovery my health and
the quality of my life significantly improved. Unfortunately
I struggled with my new diet and constantly Yo-Yo'ed between
cooked and raw eating with the cooked periods gradually getting
longer. A few months ago due to continuing poor health I decided
that I need to move to a permanent 100% raw diet and fortunately
I stumbled upon Audrey's website soon after. I'd never heard
of a raw food coach before, but I wish that I'd known years
earlier that it's possible to receive support and guidance
with what is a difficult and often very challenging lifestyle
change. I've been 100% raw for over 10 weeks without any cheating
and I know this would not have been possible without the the
advice, help and support that Audrey has offered. Having someone
to talk to through my difficult transitioning period and receiving
advice and encouragement on a weekly basis has made all the
difference. Audrey has always been very supportive, generous
and understanding offering advice and guidance when I've needed
it. I have also been able to draw inspiration from her own
recovery from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and look forward to
experiencing the same levels of health and well being in the
near future.
--M.J. |
