Susan Palmer, Issaquah, WA

Microsoft Program Manager, Nerium Intl Brand Partner, Vegan Health Coach

"Working with Diane has been life changing. I had a suspicion that it was wheat that was causing my stomach to swell to 3 month’s pregnancy size and why I would feel like I had a hangover in the morning or want to fall asleep at my desk in the middle of the day. The challenge? I LOVE BREAD. The other challenge? Even when I didn’t eat bread I would still get headaches and fatigue. My thought process? It must not be bread causing me to feel bad! However, I eat a whole foods plant based diet and knew I should be feeling better than I was so I decided to work with Diane for 30 days. Diane shared all the hidden sources of gluten and provided me with fantastic resources and strategies for getting it out of my diet for 30 days. The result? I learned it wasn’t just bread making me sick, it was GLUTEN! I lost weight, lost the bloat, lost the headaches and found my natural energy again. Trust me, once you start feeling great, you’ll do whatever it takes to stay feeling great. I continue to use the strategies that Diane taught me and can’t say enough great things about her knowledge, patience, genuine empathy and resourcefulness. She’s also fun to talk to!"

Karen

I remember the day I received the news that my body does not tolerate gluten and I was given a list of foods to cut out of my diet – permanently. I was completely overwhelmed by the task at hand: re-configuring my entire diet. I spent 40 years of my life eating tons of carbs – bread, bagels, crackers, pasta – and I had no idea how to substitute all of my go-to foods. But with how sick I’d been, I knew that continuing to have gluten in my diet was not an option.

My husband, good friends with Diane’s husband, told me to call Diane immediately. She had been through this and had figured it out. Our first phone conversation was amazingly helpful. Diane talked me off the ledge and walked me through the tons of foods I could still eat. She initially helped me reconfigure my diet. Then came the task of fitting my new eating habits into my family.

I scheduled an “appointment” to see Diane’s kitchen in action. I checked out her pantry, got great product and shopping tips and she taught me how to make a delicious “green” smoothie. She showed me all of her resources including magazines, cookbooks, how-to live gluten-free books and wonderful blog sites that offer information and encouragement. I quickly began to feel empowered to succeed!

I call on Diane anytime I feel discouraged, have questions, or just need some more helpful tips. She has been a huge encouragement to me during this journey to maintain my health. Her knowledge on the subject coupled with her positive attitude makes her the perfect coach for me. I believe a large part of my success in changing my eating habits is thanks to Diane – what a blessing!

Kathy Albarado

Helios HR

I have been working with Diane for over 3 months and have benefited considerably from her knowledge and the spirit that she brings to her work. As someone who was recently diagnosed with a severe allergy to gluten, Diane has helped me manage this specific issue while providing constant support and encouragement. Her advice goes beyond mere nutrition. Her suggestions and insight have given me an incredible advantage at managing the ‘new normal’ in my life. I can’t possible articulate in writing how much her guidance and support has meant to me. I recommend her highly.