I've had the pleasure of working with Laura Borinsky the past few months and it has truly been life changing. I was nervous to commit but looking back I cannot believe how much I've changed and grown since taking the leap. Not only has she helped me lose weight, I have more energy than I even knew was possible, and she has helped me completely change the way I think about food and nutrition. I've spent years on and off diets and nothing has stuck, I finally am in a great place in my relationship with food and it feels so freeing. Her accountability and support combined with concrete tools to change how I think about cravings and more have been incredible. Highly recommend working with her, this is some of the best money I've ever spent, you will not regret it. read more

I am very privileged to be able to work with Carly. Immediately she was incredibly knowledgeable about the many questions I had around the correlation of diet and exercise and being a middle-aged dad who treated his body like it was still in its twenties I needed that. I was suffering from some pretty bad inflammation that was causing a multitude of issues. I struggled everyday with this, especially in the winter. She was able to surmise very early on the origins of what was causing my problems. She has always been very empathic with me understanding my no 1 goal after multiple injuries/surgeries from sport is to try and live pain free. She made subtle changes to my diet and then a very large one when i decided to give up dairy. It has changed my life for the better. Coupled with her expertise on what supplements i needed to add into my existing regime i have felt better than I have in years. i did not make drastic changes, she was able to steer me to make the right choices and never feel like I was depriving myself. My inflammation and joint pain have drastically reduced and my knee's feel far less pain than in years. If you are looking for a world class coach who can pinpoint root cause of your issues and help you on the right path to a better way of living you should choose Nutritional Wisdom. Thank you Carly and team, i am so grateful. read more

When I met Carly I was overweight, tired, stressed and suffered from horrible PMS. I felt hopeless that I would ever lose the weight, but she came so highly recommended that I figured I had to try. This was a life changing decision. Carly's Wisdom spans so far beyond the science of nutrition and balancing the hormones. She is the guru of food therapy. I have completely healed my relationship with food. I don't feel like I'm on a diet even though I have specific guidelines that I love following!!! I've lost the weight (for the last time) and I have so many spiritual tools to control the voice in my head when it comes to stress and food. The last 6 months with Carly have changed my life. I didn't realize that the main goal was peace of mind and happiness, and that the weight loss was a welcomed side effect. She, Lauren and the entire Nutritional Wisdom team are amazing. read more

Carly's bubbly personality makes you want to come back everyday! Wait, did I just say that I want to visit my nutritionist everyday? Hell yes I did! I learned so much in my initial consultation that I couldn't even believe it. Carly is just bursting with knowledge. I am in the process of a full body cleanse. Eating all natural and cutting out the beers (don't worry it's not a life change!) in order clear out all of the gunk so that I can start fresh! I've never felt so motivated to be a happier healthy me! Carly.... you rock. read more

I worked with Lauren on two different occasions - before my wedding, and again a few months after my wedding. (I say "worked" because I honestly feel it was a collaborative, learning environment.) I've always been interested in nutrition and leading a healthy lifestyle, but often the end goal of having a certain type of body and getting it in a short period of time would derail any type of diet, exercise routine, or mindset I put myself through. I put unrealistic expectations on myself constantly and couldn't find a balance, which often left me in an overeating shame spiral. My goal before my wedding was to feel healthy and happy with my BOTH my mind and body. I did lose some weight, but more importantly, I established lasting habits and a way of thinking about my relationship with food that I hadn't had before. I went back for a few more sessions a few months after my wedding because I found myself falling back into old habits and needed a reminder of what was important. My biggest takeaway from this whole experience was that Lauren wasn't just telling me what I should and shouldn't eat but really acted as more of an ally who could coach me on the right way to think about how I treat myself and my body. I learned to take "morality" out of the equation - food is not "good", or "bad". It's food. I can enjoy it and also use it to nourish myself, and there is such a thing as balance, and for me, that is KEY. The goal was never perfection, it was always a pursuit of feeling my best and taking care of my mind and my relationship with diet and exercise, and most importantly LISTENING to my body. I'm currently about to have my first child and the word that continually comes up over and over in my head is "grace." I'm so proud that I haven't obsessed about food and exercise during my pregnancy but have been able to find a balance between what makes me feel good and what I know is nourishing my baby. And I'm also enjoying a few things that are not necessarily nutritionally nourishing, but there is no shame around it because I'm choosing to enjoy those things in a way that makes me feel good (not obsessively or as an emotional crutch.) Again, my diet is far from "perfect", but it's always a work in progress and the goal is to feel good, nourish myself as much as possible, and practice kindness when I get slightly off track with my end goal (balance and health.) I'm so appreciative of Lauren and all of the kindness, understanding, and knowledge she showed during our sessions. I learned so much from her and still use it to this day, over two years later. (This review is long overdue!) This program is an investment of time, money, and an open mind. It's not a quick fix but provides a path for continued improvement. I took what worked for me and have held on to it tight, and some things that didn't serve me, I left at the door. I highly recommend working with Lauren if you're looking for a nutritional ally and mindful eating cheerleader. Also, she's really cool. read more

I worked with Lauren at Nutritional Wisdom for 6 months and she is AMAZING!!!!!! She listens, she's super knowledgeable, she's funny, she's inspirational, and she's so incredibly supportive! She helped me figure out which foods work for me and which ones don't. She helped me develop some very useful tools for those moments of doubt or frustration along my health journey. She is all about living a balanced lifestyle so that you can be healthy but also not miss out on life. Eating a ton of sugar is not the only way to celebrate, you know??!! She encouraged me to honor and listen to my body. I am finally out of food prison thanks to Lauren!! read more

I've had a mixed bag of experiences with Nutritional Wisdom and I would not recommend it to anyone. I saw Carly for a period of 6 months for nutritional assessment related to weight loss. Her methodology is fairly straight forward and nothing radical. If you are even somewhat familiar with eating healthy it will be nothing new no dairy, no grain and eat organic, there saved you $200. She really pushed selling me on tons of expensive supplements that did little to nothing. After the initial consultation you meet every month where she sells you on more supplements WATCH OUT! She really tries to keep you hooked going back to her constantly for more "nutritional wisdom" however she just rambles on for a half hour about new aged hokum and what new supplements to buy. Her assistant Kathryn is one the most unprofessional people I have ever met as well. Literally after 17 emails I was able to setup my initial consultation, this should have tipped me off. Numerous times she was rude and had an air of contempt. she diagnosed me with issues that are well beyond her scope and qualifications. They are very "new agey" in a bad way if that makes sense. I am very open minded but not so much that my brain will fall out. I would not recommend her advice or services in regards to your health. read more

Made an appointment with Lauren because I was struggling with some digestive issues. I had done a bunch of research but was tired of trying to self-diagnose and looking for some guidance from an expert. I also wanted to get some testing done for food sensitivities. I'm already pretty health motivated, and I exercise, eat intuitively, and don't really have any weight to lose. Despite this, Lauren put me on a 10-day super clean eating regimen (whole foods, no dairy/gluten/eggs/added sugar etc.) This wasn't a huge deviation from how I usually eat, but I figured she wanted to establish a baseline, so I did it. I came back for my second appointment and went over the results of the 10-day cleanse. I told Lauren I was almost certainly having trouble with garlic and onion (so in that way the cleanse was helpful.) At the third appointment, Lauren took some measurements and gave me a "customized" eating plan...which included garlic and onion. Then, after the appointment, I realized we had forgotten to talk about food sensitivity testing. I emailed Lauren and she left a test for me at the office, but I never ended up scheduling a fourth appointment because. I felt the first three had been too unfocused and was reticent to spend more money because I didn't feel like Lauren had a plan for future appointments. Now, over a year later, I know way more about gut and digestive health than I care to and have more or less come to understand the particularities and quirks of my digestive system. I just wish Lauren could have pointed me in the right direction or referred me to an expert during those initial appointments rather than spending several hours and hundreds of my dollars discussing whole foods, intuitive eating, and portion control (stuff I already understood and practiced), forgetting to address the thing I had come in for in the first place, and then handing me a "tailored" eating plan that turned out to be very cookie cutter, not at all tailored to my needs, and included foods that I had already communicated were messing me up. Nutritional Wisdom might work really well for you if you're struggling with your weight and need empathy, support and nutritional counseling that isn't overly prescriptive. The nutritional philosophy they espouse emphasizes whole foods, intuitive eating, self-love and self-care with a sprinkle of spirituality, and I think this is a really healthy and sustainable approach to eating and living. However, if you are good on the healthy eating front and seeking nutritional counseling for a gut health issue or digestive disorder, I can't recommend them. I found them through a talk Carly did at Rogue Running and really loved her particular brand of straight talk, but I wish the company had been more upfront about the limitations of their practice rather than being like "yes, we handle food intolerances!" but then onboarding me like a weight loss client. The whole experience just made me feel like I wasn't being heard :( read more

Working with Lauren was the best thing I've done for myself in a few years. After years and years of struggling with my weight (but also being fully aware I was doing very little for it, other than complaining and assuming I'd deal with it later), I finally went to Lauren at Nutritional Wisdom. I wasn't sure what to expect from the process: I knew there would be a fair amount of watching what you eat, with a healthy dose of doing so mindfully, but I was pretty certain that self-awareness / my lack of self-control would mean that neither of those things would really work for me. (After all, hadn't I been doing that anyways on my own?) Lauren really helped me rethink how I thought about food, mainly by being super patient and also adapting how she coaches based on how I was approaching food at the time. After about a month and a half of food tracking + trying to make better choices (and crying to Lauren weekly that "I'm sorry but I love In n Out, there's no bigger thought past that...I just go on autopilot" and therefore would never be able to stick with this), it finallllyyyyy started to click: I stopped craving junk food less, started making better choices, and feel less on auto-pilot. Before you write this off with a "Well, duh, anyone can develop a habit if they pay someone for a month to stay on top of them," for me, the magic really happened after the better eating habits clicked. Only THEN was Lauren really able to ingrain things in me in a way that stuck, like the fact that one burger isn't going to derail me. And only then was she able to break me of my belief that if my whole meal wasn't healthy (say...a grilled cheese with my veggies, instead of a chicken breast), I was basically fucked, and then went into a shame spiral. And somehow, in all of this gentleness around how I eat...I started to think the same way too. I stopped feeling so fatalistic about everything. I lost five pounds of fat in just a few months. More than anything, Lauren got me out of a funk I'd been in for a year and a half. Once I started taking agency in food, but not overfocusing on it either, I noticed myself doing the same in life: I was no longer missing work deadlines, or lazing around most of the day as my own boss. I was going out more (not less!) and the days stopped passing as kind of an amorphous blob, that can happen when you work from home and work for yourself. I honestly didn't expect anything to come of the mindful eating training, especially since I already go to therapy that uses a lot of mindfulness training (and feel a little performative there too), but cannot deny that after months and months of drastically low energy and an inability to want to do more than the bare minimum, my life started firing on all fronts. Lauren is the best, and I really love working with her. I never felt like supplements were pushed on me (I did get a bunch in the first meeting, though Lauren CLEARLY stated that any that didn't work for me I could bring back and return for a full refund, which I was able to do with zero fuss), nor were other products: in our second meeting, Lauren told me about tests I could take, and the prices, and then explained why she didn't even think we needed to start there. Never seen someone tell me the cost of something in the same breath that they tell me to save my money. I could not recommend her more to anyone, especially people who are sure that a nutritionist isn't for them, or think that there's not much more they can gain from one than a paid babysitter. read more

I began seeing Carly at Nutritional Wisdom right before Christamas 2010. Making a decision to see a nutritionist was a big deal to me since it seems Westernized Medicine and our insurance doesn't cover such costs. (Ridiculous...don't get me started!) All politics aside, I am so glad I made the plunge into changing my lifestyle and with visiting with Carly at Nutritional Wisdom. From moment one I felt that she had the knowledge and resources to help me achieve my goals. Not only with just weight loss, but with emotional outlook, everyday food plans and mental well being! Nutritional Wisdom and the program ends up being a nutritionist and psychologist all in one! I started with the Wellness Starter Program which is a two visit deal that assesses where you are and gives recommendations, meal plans, reading materials, etc. Since then I'm continuing my visits every two weeks and I think it is worth every penny! I feel like Nutritional Wisdom has saved my life! read more

As a developing elite athlete, I thought..."If I'm fit, why change what I'm doing. I can run fast, why should I deprive myself of all the wonderful (somewhat toxic) goodies the world has to offer?" After meeting with Carly, I was alarmed to find my former lack of concern about my dietary habits challenged by her wealth of information. She was able to provide real reasons as to why changing aspects of my lifestyle would not only benefit my life but, also my athletic performance. My teammates and I have all been following her guidance and principles for a few months now. I am amazed physiological benefits I have seen across the board. I feel fortunate to be able to work with someone as intelligent, happy, and passionate about my health. read more

Running the risk of sounding trite, Nutritional Wisdom changed my life. Made the decision late 2013 to take my gluten allergy seriously, and came to yelp to get the scoop on a good local nutritionist. The glowing reviews and website made Carly an easy choice early 2014, and it's time I return the favor to all of you. Lost 32 lbs last year, and they are staying off. If you are anything like me, you know what you SHOULD be eating and SHOULDN'T be eating and may have even lost some weight on a diet before. Carly explains the "WHY" certain foods and habits impact your overall health. My bad eating habits and junk food addictions were measured, explained, resolved - and with a casual, fun, personable, never judgy tone and conversation. Another reason this worked for me, you can read stats and nutrition details in books, articles, pinterest, etc. all you want - but for me having someone else hold me accountable and measure my progress has seemed to be the most effective way to stay on track. Kat and the rest of the team have been such a delight to work with and really make you feel welcomed and that your well-being is valued. Sure, they sell supplements and make product recommendations. I have invested in them, but no one says you have to and I never felt pressured to. You will learn so much every appointment (and weekly newsletter); you will be encouraged to improve; you will get an eating plan that is sustainable and realistic; you will want to be physically and socially active again; you will appreciate her holistic approach because, really, I didn't get sick once last year. read more

Carly rocks my world! I have been working with her for a little over a year. She has helped me navigate through a variety of health issues, weight gain, and life changes. She helped me figure out some problem foods in addition to teaching me which types of supplements I should be taking and avoiding (something that is really hard to figure out on your own!). Besides being hilarious and fun, she has such a vast amount of knowledge and is a phenomenal motivator. I love her refreshing no-BS attitude. Carly helps you make concrete goals that are easy to monitor with her body composition machine (it allows you to track things like body fat percentage, lean muscle mass, water weight, etc.--it's really cool). More than anything, I love her holistic approach. She doesn't look just at your actual food intake, because let's face it, we don't just eat to fuel our bodies. She addresses sleep, stress, metabolism, emotional eating, happiness, and so many other areas that I doubt most traditional nutritionists/dieticians wouldn't touch on. I also learned more about reading food labels and identifying/finding more natural foods. Carly is happy to analyze nutritional labels, so I love that I can bring her things so she can help me figure out whether it's something I should be eating or not. Whether you want to lose weight, eat better, or have a health issue that you need to find the right diet for, I could not recommend Carly enough. She knows her stuff like you wouldn't believe and is so much fun to work with. I can tell she truly cares about me and my progress. She was a great asset in helping me get to my goal weight for my wedding and will continue to be as I work to maintain my weight and health. read more

When I walked into Carrie's office at Nutritional Wisdom I was looking for someone to get me out of an unhealthy rut. When I walked out after my first hour long consultation, I KNEW I could make the changes I needed to. There's something about Carrie that left NO doubt in my mind that I could get past all of the obstacles I thought were in front of me. Carrie is warm and knowledgeable and genuine in wanting better health for her clients. She was so engaged in hearing my story and what pieces of her knowledge would make my life better. I wasn't super interested in testing and supplements and she completely understood that. She made what I thought was a monumental task feel very achievable ! I went back for my second visit and we discussed my "program" going forward. Again, very much a back and forth as we decided what would fit best for my lifestyle. After 10 days, I went again for my check in. I felt fantastic. I had started to shed some very unwanted pounds, but even better-- I just felt great! Clear headed, sleeping well, no crazy cravings.... Now it's 60 days later and I'm "all in". I feel better than I have in years. I've lost a lot of weight. I can feel my brain and body being nourished and recharged! Thank you to Carrie!! read more

I'll start with what you need to know: before you see Lauren at Nutritional Wisdom, you'll fill out a comprehensive questionnaire so your next steps can factor in everything about you. The plan she developed for me included food and exercise (duh) but also meditation, sleep, and reading to help me shift my thinking in healthy ways. Don't like to take supplements? I don't either, and none were forced on me. Don't care to snack between meals? Nbd, just make sure you're staying within portion size and eating your vegetables. Firmly anti-fasting? Lauren's cool with that. If you have a different answer than I do to any of those questions, she's equipped to build that into your plan, too. Her goal is to empower you to make a shift and guide your own health, so you can stay with it for the long haul. I came to Nutritional Wisdom after a really horrible year. Three months of disabling symptoms from some undiagnosed malady left me a different person, and all my doctor could really do was shrug--the worst of it was over before tests uncovered anything. I was overweight and sluggish from inactivity, stress and (though I didn't know it) inflammation. Eating habits and an exercise regimen that once served me now yielded no results. I felt foggy and my joints were stiff and pained during the months I tried to will myself into being better. When I finally decided to see if someone could help me more than my doctor had, I found myself crying in Lauren's office realizing just how awful and despondent I felt. Within days I felt like a different person. My ten day detox diet uncovered some food sensitivities, and the helpful advice around sleep, meditation, and suggested reading also helped me make giant strides quickly. Our relationships to food, our bodies, the challenges that get in the way of our health--these are very emotional, and on top of the practical advice I received, Lauren's been an approachable, empathetic listener who validated my pain in a way that not even one medical professional attempted. It felt like my fault, like I should have worked harder to get better, or even worse, it felt like maybe my experience wasn't real. What if I was just being lazy and cheerless? The most important thing Lauren's given me was a human response built into a practical one. She let me know taking care of myself by resting or alleviating challenges can be better than trying to punish myself into wellness. She believed my pain was real and helped me find ways to ease it. Anyway, I feel great and I lost 16 pounds in three months since my first visit. Plus all of my pain is gone and I'm now busy reconnecting with friends, using my abundance of energy to finally enjoy my life again, and continuing to get strong and shed weight in a way that fits into my life without taking it over. GO SEE LAUREN. It could be the best thing you've ever done for yourself. I wish I'd gone in ages ago. read more

Carly is truly amazing at inspiring her clients to live their healthiest life possible. She combines amazing subject matter expertise with passion that delivers real confidence in your food decisions. With Carly's Wellness starter program, I gained a clear pathway for achieving the goals that always seemed a little out of reach. In the end, I lost 25 lbs and reached a level of physical fitness I had always dreamed about but had never attained. Thanks Carly, you are the best. read more

Carrie is fabulous! My boyfriend and I went to get more knowledge on healthy eating habits and long term health advice. We did the wellness restart program which included a 10day detox. We both lost about 5lbs each during the 10 days and have kept it off and continue to lose more. We have a better idea on well rounded eating habits and knowledge on what types of foods do and do not work best for us. She was able to answer any question we had for her and was genuinely interested in getting to know us and our progress along the way. I highly recommend visiting Nutritional Wisdom! read more

My partner and I worked with Lauren for almost nine months. She was truly wonderful and we always looked forward to seeing her. I already knew a fair bit about nutrition and was more interested in the mental components of food choices (emotional eating). I learned a lot about myself and my relationships with food and even people. This experience has set me up with a solid foundation for nutrition, self love and self compassion. I can't believe I am saying this as a native Austinite but I don't really like queso anymore and am always looking to add greens to ALL of my meals...CRAZY. I highly recommend Lauren if you are looking to work on nutrition and your relationship with food. She was always attentive and never shamed me if I didn't do exactly what she said. She understands everyone's needs and experiences are different and had a plethora of ideas to help you reach your goals. read more

I want to say thank you so much for helping me on my journey!! My time with you was so important to me.  I went to see you out of fear....I was scared...it was a wake up call for me and I know I needed help and I wasnt getting that from the doctors.  I went to you for help with diet, nutrition and to get back on the right path. And what I took away is my diet and nutrition were pretty spot on...it was my emotional and spiritual health that were in the dumps.  You gave me what I needed..which sometimes was just the truth to be thrown back at me...you became my life coach not my nutritionist and I truly do not know where I would be without you!  Thank you for everything you have done for me!  With all my heart, thank you!!! Yall if you are needing help with diet, nutrition, overall health...Carly and team are exactly what you need!!! read more

When I came across Nutritional Wisdom on Yelp as a student at UT Austin, I had no idea how much of a gem I had discovered. Working with Lauren has enabled me to completely turn my life around for the better. I sincerely looked forward to every appointment with anticipation! As I wrote to her in an e-mail a few years ago: "You have truly given me the tools to transform my life. I set myself on this mission a few years ago to try to figure out how to help myself, but I feel so grateful that somehow I ended up working with you and Carly. You have inspired and motivated me to not only feel better (and look better, sleep better, eat better, etc.!) but also to become a better person. You're absolutely my favorite personal cheerleader! Reflecting back to a year ago, I can't even put into words how much better my life feels in so many ways. I know that so many people can probably say the same about you and Carly, and I feel so incredibly fortunate that I can be among those people. I hope that I can have the same effect on others that you have had on me." I walked into the office on my first appointment hoping to find some answers for the physical issues I was noticing but never expected to have such a transformative holistic experience. Lauren worked with me with utmost patience, care, and respect for who I am as an individual, and as a result, I have undergone a massive transformation in mindset, perspective, and even how I view the world around me. Thank you to the Nutritional Wisdom team for changing lives! I so strongly believe in the great work you do and I am forever grateful for everything. read more

At 28, I was overweight, exhausted, and uncomfortable in my own skin. A colleague suggested going to Nutritional Wisdom, and it was the best advice I have ever received. I currently live in Florida, so I was worried about how the remote sessions would work- but it was so easy! Lauren made me feel so comfortable which allowed me to open up and share everything. She was able to help me understand my body, and what it was trying to tell me. Lauren helped me conquer gut issues, stress, and my constant cravings. I am down to my lowest weight in 5 years and feel great! Overall, I wanted to develop and healthy lifestyle and understand my body. Lauren knew how to get me to where I wanted to be, and I am so grateful for the time and effort she put into healing me! read more

I have been consulting with Carly for nutrition advice for about ten months now, and let me tell you she is the WHOLE PACKAGE!!!!! She is everything you could ever wish for: beyond knowledgeable, full of tips and tricks, motivating, ridiculously funny and REAL!!!!!! Ten months ago I weighed 156 pounds, ate recklessly, and enjoyed my couch over exercise any day. From my first chat with Carly, all that started to change. Carly just doesn't put you on some diet and hope for the best. With her it's about the whole picture, changing your whole lifestyle so you never actually feel like your on a diet. She digs deeper, totally getting into your psyche, to find the root of the problem. Today I am down to 134 pounds (22 pound loss), went from a size 12/14 to a size 4, and I am still losing weight without starving myself, taking some magic pill, or any other fad diets out there. I eat real food, and ALOT of it!!!! My co-workers often joke that I am the skinniest one who is always eating!!! And I have MUSCLE!!!!!!! Carlys motivation when it comes to exercise has changed my life, I have a new hobby, and I can honestly say that I enjoy working out now :) Thanks to Carly, I am so much happier and healthier than i was 10 months ago. She helped me 'flip that switch', going from lazy, unhealthy, overweight to energized, thinner, and HAPPIER!!!! Since I never feel like I am on a diet and now know so much about what I put into my body, I know that I will never go back to my old ways. Carly literally helped me change my whole life. From food and exercise journals, to foods I never even knew existed, she has the knowledge, tips, and unconditional commitment to you that will make you really want to change all your eating habits and never look back. I PROMISE! PS....I live in New Jersey, so most of our appointments are over the phone, or through email, or during her trips here.....I think this just proves how amazing she is! She will always respond to your emails and return your phone calls, or just check in. She is 100% dedicated to you, and that's something that is hard to find these days. read more

I'm a 64 year old veteran dieter and finally had enough with the dieting world. For the last 50 years I have been on every diet out there. They all worked, however one thing they don't teach you is how to keep the weight off. I guess with age comes wisdom because I couldn't do it anymore. Yes, I had weight to lose, but I also wanted to make sure I was healthy and fit. I didn't want to go into my golden years humped over and hobbling. That is why I looked online and found Lauren at Nutritional Wisdom. I knew what I should eat, but Lauren tweaked my food intake and taught me more about food than I ever thought I knew! She helped me realize WHY I was eating, and why I was making the same choices over and over again. Lauren was there for me anytime, answered any concerns and gave me so many tips on where I could eat out, brands of great products, what to pack for lunches, exercise advice, etc. You name it, she knows it! Lauren is a wealth of information, and makes you feel as if you are her only client She has a way of not sugar coating anything, but at the same time doesn't tell you what you SHOULD do. She is a counselor, nutritionist, exercise guru, friend, all rolled into one! The whole group at Nutritional Wisdom is amazing! They are all so genuine and truly care about your success. This was the best decision I have ever made. read more

I couldn't be more grateful to Lauren for her amazing guidance and (no pun intended) wisdom! I was struggling with my hormones out of wack, eating poorly, zero energy, low self esteem, and an extra 20 pounds. Within the first few weeks, I began to feel like I had control over my life, I lost 10 pounds of actual fat within the first couple months, and my energy was renewed. The best part about Lauren is that she is in it with you through it all. She doesn't judge when things are hard, she never expects anyone to be perfect. She is smart, funny, kind, empathetic, human, and a great listener. If you want to really change your life, not just find a short term solution, go to Nutritional Wisdom, they genuinely care about everyone who walks in their doors. Thank you Lauren! read more

I have been going to Carly for nutritional advice for the past 7-8 months and she is AWESOME. I had never been to a nutritionist before, but became concerned with my weight and my lifestyle as a vegetarian. She presented information to me in an objective way to determine what was best for my needs. The body composition each session allows me to see exactly my muscle gained and fat burned so there is no question what is going on! Carly has a great personality and I always look forward to our sessions! read more

Working with Carrie was an absolute joy and a life changing experience. She taught me so much more than nutrition...she helped me to see my worth and my value. She helped me break out of the diet mentality that had consumed me for years and develop a healthier relationship with food. She is hilarious, kind, thoughtful and incredibly gifted at helping people become the best version of themselves. If you're seeking healing and profound lasting changes in your life, Carrie is your gal! read more

You MUST go see this nutritionist!!! She is so far from your average "dietician" I don't even know where to start. Her background is impressive, Degree in mainstream nutrition, Masters of Science in Holistic nutrition, Nutrition and Lisfestyle Coach and she is the official nutritionist for LIVERSTRONG headquarters! I wasn't sure what to expect by seeing Carly. I didn't need to lose weight, I already ate fairly healthy, I just wanted to take my health to the next level. I wasn't sure she was going to have anything to give me that I didn't already know and boy was I wrong! She will educate you starting wherever you are, and I learned so much that I never even knew about! Best of all she addressed my emotional eating, how to reverse my habits, how to be FREE FROM FOOD. She's half shrink half nutrition super star! On top of it all, she is hysterically funny, and never took my BS. I truly enjoy every moment I spend in her office. read more

I've had a fraught relationship with food my entire life. I love it, but what I loved most wasn't always the best for me. So I started seeing Lauren as a way of creating accountability for myself. It was a life changing experience. She helped me break bad habits I didn't think I'd ever be able to kick, drop weight I'd been struggling to lose for years, and helped me start living a life where I just generally felt better and more energized. She is an incredibly sweet and supportive individual who goes above and beyond to lead you on a journey towards a healthier life. If you are feeling like your life could use a boost of energy, give Lauren a call. 10/10, would recommend. read more

Before I found Nutritional Wisdom, I was constantly having digestive/intestinal issues that nobody, not even a gastroenterologist, could explain to me. After my first three sessions with Carly, I started to not only feel better but look better too! I decided to continue my journey with Carrie and she further helped me discover that the pain I was having was not simply because of the food I was ingesting, it had to do with my mind as well. I really appreciated that they had a holistic approach to healing my gut. Not only did Carrie show me what I should be putting on my plate each meal, but she gave me tools to manage my anxiety which was the main source of my pain. Carrie really changed my life--no joke. I am forever grateful for her support and nutritional wisdom (seriously) throughout this process. I would 100% recommend Nutritional Wisdom, and Carrie, for anyone who's looking to heal themselves from the inside out. read more

I have been seeing Carly for about a year now, and I am so thankful for her knowledge and wisdom. Even though I felt pretty educated when it comes to nutrition, I have learned a ton over the past 12 months. I have gone from 225 pounds to 195, and I have the tools in place to keep it there if I want, or even drop into the 180s (my ultimate goal). I've tried counting calories before using various apps and online tools. I found that those are somewhat workable if you eat 3 ounces of lean meat, 150 grams of green beans and a glass of water. But if you go out and have a big salad with some chicken mixed in, or you have an eggplant/ground beef casserole, how many calories is that? With Carly, I didn't count one calorie, I'm just more conscious about my eating habits, and how it makes me feel. When I eat better, I feel better. When I eat garbage (and I still do from time to time), I feel worse. One of the things I really like about Carly is her attitude towards those foods you shouldn't eat, but oh my God they are so delicious. If you want some ice cream, or queso, or a Torchy's breakfast taco, by all means eat it. Just make it something very special and don't do it every day. If I had gone to her and she had said "yeah, well, that alcohol you like, well, no, you can't have any more. Ever. Also no queso," I don't think I ever would have returned. She has a wonderful balance of sound nutritional advice while understanding that we live in a real world. A world with queso, which I am happy to be a part of. I am not on a diet, I just changed the way I eat. She works with you to minimize (or eliminate) supplements, and I never felt pressured to buy anything from her. If they make me feel better, I keep taking them. If they don't, I don't. She's certainly busy and in high demand (that's understood), and Kat always calls me with a professional reminder a couple of days prior to my appointment. Nice touch. Finally, I have to comment on Carly's enthusiasm. This is her life's calling, and it shows. She has a wonderful sense of humor, and her attitude about nutrition and living a whole life is inspiring. If you want to start living a healthier life, feel better, and learn about nutrition, I strongly recommend going to see Carly. read more

Although I initially booked an appointment with Carly with the singular goal of losing weight, my (almost) year at Nutritional Wisdom has given me so much more. I have found that I am much more aware and in-tune with the things that affect my weight and overall health, which really brightens the prospect of keeping the weight off. Carly is very easy to talk to and does an excellent job of creating a welcoming environment. There are holistic aspects to her approach but I have learned that this adds another dimension, or way of thinking about things, which makes the journey to a healthier lifestyle a bit easier. Her assistant Katheryn is very accommodating and is easy to work with as well. I have accomplished my goal of losing weight but have walked away with a lot more - a long term outlook on my health and the tools to plan for the future. Seeing Carly is effective and never feels cold or clinical as most doctor's offices do. read more

To say that going through this process with Carrie has changed my life is an understatement. She has been absolutely incredible to work with and has taught me so much, not just about food, but about life and myself as well. I have never felt better or had more energy in my life, and I have never had so much control over the choices I make, both nutritionally and in life in general. She has helped me understand the why, and has helped change my perspective immensely. If you're on the fence about working with Carrie or the team at Nutritional Wisdom, you can have confidence that they will help you make profound, lasting change in your life. Thank you so much Carrie!!! read more

I went to see Lauren Deaton a while back to overcome some food phobias that had me nutritionally depleted. She met me with an open heart, non-judgment and walked me through to the other side. Her grace and "Nutritional Wisdom" continue to inspire me today. I am grateful that she has been a part of my healing journey. read more

I have been working with Carly at Nutritional Wisdom for the past year, with visits about every month. Not only have I lost weight, but I have learned so much in connecting mind and body. Carly is very clear from the beginning that you are getting a holistic approach to eating, thinking and living. I have appreciated good supplements and probiotics. The process is not cheap but it leads to a happier, healthier life. If you have been thinning about a nutritionist, I highly recommend Carly. I approached another nutritionist and clearly she was not for me. If you are open to new ideas but have a mind of your own, Nutritional Wisdom may be a great choice for you. Kathryn, Carly's assistant has been super helpful when I needed to change appointments etc. This team is on your side! read more

Before I met Carly, I considered myself rather healthy, but thought I could lose a few extra pounds. A good friend referred me so I knew a little of what to expect, but most importantly I knew I had to be ready to fully commit in order to see results. Carly is fantastic! Her approach to nutrition is so much more than food and weight loss. She's more of an insightful therapist, than a simple nutritionist. In addition to teaching me the basics about what is best for my body type, she really taught me to communicate with my body and to listen to what it is telling me. Without having to give up my favorite ice cream treat, I'm happy to report, I lost those few extra pounds along with my old eating habits. I have increased energy and mental clarity. I couldn't be happier both inside and out. For the first time in my life, I have a deeper understanding of how my body processes certain foods and how it reacts. This seemingly simple revelation was not easy to achieve and I owe all my tools to Carly's nutritional wisdom! Thank you to Carly and her wonderful associate Katherine! read more

Nutritional Wisdom is exactly what I was looking for. I know how to eat well and that I should workout, I just didn't know why I chose not to do either. Nutritional Wisdom is much more than a diet they really help you figure out what's going on in your brain and how to rewire how you think about food. Lauren is simply amazing. She is a joy to work with and really knows how to help you! I can't say enough great things about Nutritional Wisdom!! read more

I started seeing Carly about a year ago. For almost my whole life I would routinely get an upset stomach. I never could tell what was the trigger. As I got older, this problem became more burdensome. Eating out would make me stressed and I was always worried that I would feel ill at a meal. I had seen gastrointerologists who were largely unhelpful. Seeing Carly changed everything. I did the initial cleanse with her and immediately felt so much better. My whole system started to work better. No more pain or discomfort after eating, no more fear of being sick. I no longer eat wheat or dairy, which I know would bum most people out, but I would not go back now knowing that I don't have to worry about getting sick anymore. Carly is super friendly and funny and very knowledgeable. She is great at making you feel comfortable and providing you with the information and tools to make change. I was living in Austin for a few months when I first started seeing Carly, but then moved to a different town. I have continued seeing her over Skype which has also been great! On the weight loss side, I lost probably 20 lbs in less then six months. The change in my eating habits had immediate effects. Carly also provides excellent information concerning supplements and vitamins, which also has made a big difference. I would recommend Carly to anyone having stomach problems or weight loss issues. She's the best! read more

I'm Doug, and for all of my life, I've been overweight. After my wife and I discussed our future, the issue of my weight came up. Obesity leads to a number of health risks, and we decided this needed to be fixed once and for all. I searched Yelp for a nutritionist, saw Carly's excellent ratings, and decided to give her a shot. At first, my goal was to "get skinny" (whatever that meant), but Carly has taught me that it's about being healthy via diet and exercise so that I can have a long life with my family, both present and unborn. I still plan on getting skinny in the process though! Not only that, she's taught me that eating isn't just physical - it's mental. Mind games! She's helped me come to terms with the pain that I have suffered all of my life due to my weight, and she is still helping me confront my fears of failure today. She has also pointed out to me things that just aren't true, such as "It's Thanksgiving - you have to overeat!" and "You've had a bad day - you have an excuse to eat fried chicken even though you don't have any free meals left!". She has really dug deep into my mind (poor girl) and revealed things to me I didn't even know were going on. I didn't expect to get all that with just a nutritionist! ...but then again, Carly isn't "just a nutritionist" in my book. My progress thus far: I started to change my life completely at the beginning of May 2012. On May 1st, I weighed in at almost 280 lbs. Today, I weigh 225 (goal: TBD. At most 200). I went from an XXL shirt size to an XL (goal: L with muscles), and a waist size of 42 to 36 (goal: TBD. At most 34). I've made the transition from large clothes to small clothes in my closet, wearing clothes I've never worn before. I've also donated old large clothes. I liked them, but not enough to gain the weight back. I'm still losing, thanks to the immense knowledge Carly has shared with me. I wouldn't be anywhere close to my goals without her and her support. read more

I started seeing Carly after hearing about her from my boss (a former UT football player) and seeing the results in him. I had never seen a nutritionist before and wasn't quite sure what to expect. Moving to Austin from NYC, I wasn't convinced I was going to learn something new about myself here in Austin. (Funny I thought that, considering Austin is health-crazed city!) I was skeptical, hesitant, worried, and excited. Little did I know, I had nothing to worry about! Carly and her staff are beyond awesome. They are captivating and instantly relieved any insecurities I felt about the process. I wasn't sure I could afford them, but I knew I wanted what Carly and her team had to offer and I was going to make it work. Carly's wall is filled with a variety of certificates and degrees that speak to her years and years of expertise. She taught me not only about diets and food, but about lifestyle habits and self control. I was worried that I was going to dread the process but I was so inspired and felt so good after a few days of following her advice that I changed my habits with much more ease than expected. I was never chubby, i was just never in the 'best shape of my life.' Carly and her team gave me the confidence and tools i need to achieve that in just a short couple of months. Before seeing them, i was already pretty active (going to the gym 3-4 times a week) and eating 'right,' reading about health, foods, etc., but I was inundated with information and not doing what worked specifically for me. I wasn't able to sift through all the information I already knew and see where I needed help. My habits weren't bad, they just weren't optimal for me. I was still always sluggish, tired, struggling to eat the right thing and fighting awful sugar cravings. Learning about my body and what it liked through Carly, I was able to change my habits so that I wasn't mentally fighting what I thought i should do and what I wanted to do. It began to feel natural and became easy. Exercising became fun (!!! I know I still can't believe i say that) and eating what meshes with my body so that it is happy and fit became easier. Carly and her team are so awe inspiring and captivating, it was worth every every penny and in the end I learned so much about myself and health. It was the much needed link I needed in my life to not only be in the best shape of my life but also the last piece I needed to be very very happy. read more

This may be a bold statement but it's true. Making an appointment with Carly was the best decision I've made in my adult life so far. After spending the last 8 years working graveyard shift at a stressful, fast paced job, my health suffered tremendously. I thought I was eating healthy and active enough but I wasn't getting any results and I felt terrible all the time. My energy level, sleep, weight...everything suffered. It's been 10 days since I made my appointment with her and this is the healthiest I've felt since I turned 20. She's incredibly insightful and so well educated in her field, she simply has the knowledge to help you make effective changes in your life. I've lost over 5lbs during the first week and a half (25% of my long term goal!) and have energy without caffeine. I can fall asleep easily at midnight, whereas a couple weeks ago, I had to take tylenol PM just to force myself asleep at 4am. She's given me the tools to continue this lifestyle change (not diet!) and with bimonthly 30min sessions, I can continue my nutritional education. Not only do I have the opportunity to learn and be healthy, but she is an absolute DOLL. She cracks me up and is SO easy to talk to. Very supportive and non-judgemental, I feel really comfortable talking to her about personal health issues. I could not recommend her highly enough!! read more