09/17/09

Not just another quick fix - life changing results!

by AbsK

I was in denial about my weight; I ate whatever I wanted whenever, while blaming everyone else or my circumstances for why I was what I was…fat and unhappy. I gained 35 pounds in less than two years, all the while trying every fad diet only a week at a time, cleanses or talking with nutritionists who just told me what not to eat. I wanted a quick fix to lose the pounds and look beautiful again. I finally realized it was time to talk to someone about the deeper issues I had in connection with food otherwise known as emotional eating. In meeting with Jeanette never has there been a single judgment, but only unconditional support as I explained my eating habits. Nowhere in her office did I find a scale, measuring tape or secret bible with all the hidden diet answers! Instead, I found a woman who genuinely cared about my well-being and emotional healing. Jeanette helped me realize the ‘secret’ answers are in the choices I make and everything begins with self-love. Deciding to embark on the 9-step system was an easy one because Jeanette helped me understand there is no quick fix to dieting, it’s about eating healthy. Wanting to make a lifestyle change I put Jeanette to the test. I have walked in the door elated that I lost weight because I was craving green vegetables instead of sugar; or I have walked in completely defeated and crying that I lost control over what I was eating and put the weight right back on. Thus, no session with her has ever been the same. It has never been about how much I weigh (even though I’m happy to say I’m working out at the gym constantly, taking yoga, cooking more and have lost almost 30 pounds!) I now see the weight loss as a bonus and how Jeanette has changed my view on food and myself as most important. What I have learned about nutrition is something I can use to improve and maintain my health for the rest of my life. Jeanette never gave me a diet plan to follow, but helpful suggestions so I could see the results on my own. I now know what foods agree with my body and what do not. I’ve learned it’s not about what I can’t eat because in actually I have the power to eat whatever I want. It’s about making healthy choices to eliminate stress, fear, and anxiety about weight through loving myself and respecting my body. Her support and guidance has carried over to other aspects of my life such as work, relationships and faith, all the while making me more grateful to have met her. Jeanette even makes herself available outside of sessions through emails or phone calls if extra guidance is needed. The handouts, recipes, websites and any other suggestions have only helped increase my own knowledge base on food and wellness. Everything Jeanette has taught me is information I want to share with others because I know of its success. She has a wealth of knowledge on macrobiotics and holistic health counseling, but presents information in everyday terms. Jeanette also has an individual approach depending on specific client needs. I appreciate her as my health coach, personal cheerleader and friend. She holds her clients’ best interests at heart. I cannot say enough wonderful things about Jeanette Bronee because she has had such an impact on me and changed my outlook on how to have a nourishing relationship with food and myself. Jeanette, thank you for all that you do! There is no need to look any further, ‘Path For Life’ is exactly that. When you’ve realized its time to make a lifestyle change and not just a quick fix like I finally did, the journey with Jeanette is worth taking!

04/30/09

ONE OF THE BEST NUTRITIONISTS

by angela888

I've read all the reviews and I agree with almost everything that has been said about Jeanette Bronee and Path for Life. I will attempt to add something to what everyone else has said. About 2 years ago, a friend of mine asked me about my vision for my body. I had never really thought about it before but I realized:

1. that my vision has been, for the most part, somebody else’s vision – whether that is my mother’s or society’s.

2. that I would need to do some research and gain more understanding about how my body works and what it needs to really live in the body I was meant to live in.

3. that I would need a lot of help and support in doing this.

To have more of an understanding about my body, another friend suggested I contact a nutritionist. Since I didn’t know of any and I am highly sensitive around my food/body (as someone who has suffered with an eating disorder), I wanted to speak with someone I would feel safe with but who also had a great deal of wisdom, knowledge, experience and kindness. I looked up a bunch of different websites but when I saw the Path for Life website, I connected to it immediately.

I was traveling around the country for work at the time, staying in hotels and all that entails. Jeanette and I started with phone sessions. Immediately, without even having met her face-to-face, I knew that I was speaking to ONE OF THE BEST NUTRITIONISTS out there. She helped me get through the traveling and then, when I returned to NY a few months later, I met her in her wonderful, soothing office. She greeted me so warmly as if we had known each other for a long time.

It is IMPOSSIBLE for me to say in a Citysearch testimonial everything that I have received from Jeanette's guidance. That being said..HIGHLIGHTS: my immune system has strengthened so much so that I did not have even a cold this entire winter (I usually get at least 2 & sometimes it develops into bronchitis); I no longer take acid reflux medication; I now have a morning ritual (that includes journaling & meditation) and no longer eat late at night (no therapist has ever been able to help me with the nighttime); I now have an understanding of how foods affect me and what foods are best for me; she gives wonderful recipes/ideas to keep me & my palate interested - I need variety; sweet cravings have been drastically reduced; a feeling of well-being in my body - and a TRUST that is being developed between my mind and my body; I now fully understand and believe that I have the power to choose how I want my body to feel energetically through my food and exercise choices - thanks to Jeanette.

She is a BEAUTIFUL woman - inside and outside - kind, caring, intuitive, intelligent and warm. She supports and teaches you how to be your GREATEST SELF - outside & inside- through ACCEPTANCE of who you are. Furthermore, Jeanette is a wealth of knowledge on many subjects and is a wonderful resource. If you work with her, YOU WILL CHANGE. YOUR BODY WILL CHANGE. YOUR LIFE WILL CHANGE. AND ALL FOR THE BETTER...Don't just take my word for it...read the rest of the reviews.

• Pros: SHE PRACTICES WHAT SHE TEACHES...

04/27/09

wonderful

by gpresents

jeanette bronee at path for life has been a presence in my life for the past 2 years. first, she helped me to learn how to properly nourish my body w/ whole, natural, earth given food & drink. in about 6 months, my head was clearer, i gained more focus, had more energy, trimmed my body down, lost my cravings for sugar, alcohol, and "junk" foods, and really started appreciating & understanding the power of feeding yourself properly w/ healthy foods & lifestyle. i also used her guidance while trying to get pregnant, which i did. i had an extremely healthy pregnancy, with very little excess weight gain or moodiness. i am now about 1.5 week postpartum and feel great. i attribute my healthy pregnancy to my work w/ jeanette before the pregnancy, during, and now after. i have recommended jeanette to many peers re: not only food issues, but general health & well being in all ways. she is truly wonderful & will not dissapoint.

• Pros: guidance on many topics
• Cons: none