If you are looking for the best person to help you clean your gut and or looking to lose weight, Colleen is the best!!! Colleen worked with me step by step through out the program and have noticed major changes achieving my goals. Worth every penny. Really love her honesty and her knowledge in nutrition and the whole metabolic system. I will continue to do follow ups with Colleen as well. Its good to feel healthy and trust someone to support you through that journey. Thank you Colleen. read more

Nutritional Zest and Colleen.....THANK YOU! I actually have a background in Exercise and Nutrition, but Colleen is on another incredible level! She is very smart and passionate about helping people, and borders on geeky (that's a compliment!) with the deep dive on information. She helped me tune into something that my doctors and multiple dermatologists missed or ignored. If she doesn't have an answer, she'll read, research, and find one! In my case, she knew where to direct me right away. Thanks again! read more

highly recommend Colleen. I feel alive again, healthy , happy and full of energy. I am confident in my food choices now and know how to continue to stay well and feeling good. I have struggles with an eating disorder for 30 years and have never fully felt like I was free from my fear pf food, fat and body image. Colleen is the first person in my life that has helped me learn how to eat and live the way I wanted to eat and live, clean , healthy, fresh food. I cannot ever thank Colleen enough for the help and guidance she game me. I can honestly admit that I am almost four months in recovery and it started the first day I met Colleen. I have worked with many dietitians, nutritionists and treatment centers and I have never felt confident or truly on the right, lasting path until I worked with Colleen. read more

I started working with Colleen because I have been struggling to lose weight and felt in a fog the past few months. I had gotten so busy with work that I wasn't prioritizing my health. Working with Colleen was my first step to prioritize my health and develop a better relationship with food. This was the best decision I've made. I didn't realize how much food affects so many different areas of your life. Colleen worked with me the way I needed in order to not track food and learn to give myself grace. I have always been so strict on diets or nutrition plans that any time I fell off, I felt like I had failed. With Colleen I really worked on finding healthy meals that taste GREAT and what foods my body doesn't digest properly. Learning when it was worth it to have a "treat", but not to count that as a failure was one of the biggest lessons I gained. I have really changed the way I've thought about food and exercise these past few months and how to listen to my body. I was shocked what a difference removing these foods that I wasn't digesting properly did for my mood and my body. Everyone has noticed these changes and it's been great. read more

Jade changed my quality of life! I'm a woman in my 50's, and all the things started happening. My weight increased along with low energy and constant fatigue. She guided me back to health. I initially signed up for six months, but signed up for three more. I continue to learn something new every time we meet, and I'm incredibly grateful. I'm healthier and so is my family! read more

I began working with Jade about 8 months after having my 4th baby. At the time we started working together, I was tired, bloated, and not sleeping well. I also had 10 pounds of baby weight left to lose and I wasn't prioritizing exercise and strength building. From the beginning, Jade was a supportive instructor. She explained my very thorough blood work to me and personalized a supplement and eating program. I was adamant that I would not go on some crazy diet in front of my kids. I didn't diet, but I did clean up what my family and I were eating. With the help of supplements and the better food I was eating, I started sleeping better and exercising more. I have lost the remaining baby weight, but more importantly I feel SO much better. I feel very lucky that I met Jade and that she's guided me on a healthier path. I only wish I had taken the time to do this sooner! read more

Colleen hosted a nutritional session at my work, and she left a good impression. I was intrigued and curious! Ever since I can remember, I always dealt with stomach aches. I thought it was normal to feel tired, pain, and lethargic after eating. I finally started to realize after talking to my friends... that it ISN'T normal! Who would've thought?! I love food and drinking, and I would consider myself a "foodie". A good bit of my 20s involved binge drinking, eating poorly, enjoying life, but feeling crumby. I knew that I was allergic to some types of food, but could never figure out which foods. Also, I was scared to figure out what foods I was allergic to. I didn't want to restrict myself! When I moved to Austin, eating, drinking and (queso) got worse. I was working out pretty hard, but binge drinking and eating poorly on the weekend. I gained weight, and wasn't feeling like myself. I was always tired, always bloated (didn't even know I was bloated), and had chronic stomach aches. 2020 rolls around and I FINALLY started to realize I need to take control of my health. I love food, but I realized my body was telling me something, and I needed to start listening. I made an appointment with Colleen, and she assessed my symptoms. I had to go on the autoimmune elimination diet for 6 weeks. The most difficult part was no dairy, gluten, and NO ALCOHOL! I truly didn't think I was going to be able to do it... Two weeks into eating clean I felt incredible. The bloat was gone, I had more energy, my skin was looking pretty clear, I was losing weight, and I was feeling the best I have ever felt in a long time. I ended up asking Colleen if I can extend my diet to a longer time frame because I was loving it! Colleen was always there along the way for encouragement, and for guidance. Colleen gave me the tools into mindful eating, and changing the way I felt about food and nutrition. I started to love eating foods that made me FEEL good, but also tasted amazing as well. After all my sessions with Colleen, I realized that I am sensitive to gluten and dairy. I now live a much healthier life filled with vegetables, whole foods, and I eat dairy and gluten free (with occasional treats). If you asked me 5 years ago if I could cut out dairy and gluten I wouldn't have believed you. My body feels incredible, my skin is glowing, and I love that my pants are LOOSE 3 mos into quarantine! It also feels great when your friends notice how much weight you have lost also ;). Thank you Collen for changing my life for the better. If you are considering making a change for the better for your health, don't hesitate. It was one of the best decisions I have ever made! read more

I highly recommend working with Colleen and the Nutritional Zest team. I was feeling lethargic and unable to lose weight in spite of different meal plans and exercise routines I had tried. I thought I had what they call long Covid because my energy was gone and had mental fog. I heard about nutritional zest from a friend and after meeting with Colleen, we ran some comprehensive tests that got to the root of my issues. Had it not been for these tests, I would have not known I was battling a bacteria called H. Pylori, and have intolerance to gluten, which together with extreme stress affecting my cortisol levels, severely affected my gut lining preventing my body from absorbing nutrients! 8 months of healing my gut have left me transformed and closer to what I know to be normal. Best of all I am eating more now than when I was trying to lose weight and have a manageable plan to not fall into that kind of disrepair again. I am so grateful for Nutritional Zest for helping me get to the bottom of my issues, because none of my doctors ever could. read more

I found Colleen and her team after a crazy year (cross country move, having my first kid, major job change, that global pandemic that just never ends, otherwise known as normal life), and I felt I needed extra support to loose the remaining baby weight and just get my overall health back on track. I'm someone who has long been interested in nutritional science and physical health, and at first I was just seeking out extra support and accountability to achieve my health goals. Colleen set me up with Jade, a functional nutritionist on her team who was amazing. She worked with me at a personal level, providing the support and accountability that I needed, tailored to my goals and my body. I also learned a lot from her, and I now have new practices and knowledge that I feel confident in doing even after our program ended. What surprised me the most is that the weight loss, which fully happened by following Jade's protocols, was not even the best result for me. I learned about a few key nutrients I was very deficient in, and by changing my diet and my supplement regimen, I noticed a huge improvement in my mood and state of mind. I'm really grateful for Jade's support, and if you're looking for a path to improve your health through a better diet and better daily practices, I highly recommend Nutritional Zest! Like read more

I took Colleen's 5-week Restart program, and I couldn't be happier. The initial toxicity report I completed let me know that I needed a cleanse--and no lie, the first few days were brutal. I had a headache for three days and felt awful as my body detoxed from sugar, caffeine, dairy, and simple carbs. However, from the fourth day forward I started feeling better. No more night sweats (I am getting to "that age" and have been dealing with them for a while). No more bingeing and starving. I felt full from the healthy fats and really enjoyed trying the new foods Colleen suggested. The class itself was a great refresher--I have tried all sorts of diets and looked into all different approaches to nutrition, so this basically cemented what I already knew--eating natural, healthy foods mindfully leads to a healthy body. It is a fun, relaxed atmosphere that encourages questions and conversation, so you get to learn a lot. The program is only five weeks, but I plan to stay up to date with Colleen my Restart buddies via her FB page and am going to keep moving forward with healthy eating! read more

Working with Jade has truly changed my life! I was referred to Nutritional Zest from a dear friend who had experienced amazing shifts in her health after working with Jade to change some health and lifestyle habits and I was really intrigued to learn more. After going through the initial blood panel and learning about some thyroid markers that I needed to be focusing on, I was so impressed with all of the knowledge and tips that Jade gave me to start making some shifts in my nutrition. I'm in my mid-late 30's and had started experiencing bloating, fatigue, and overall symptoms that I thought were just normal for aging and hormonal changes. After working with Jade and pin-pointing the foods and lifestyle habits that were ACTUALLY making me feel the way I was, I now feel like I'm back to my old self! I don't experience bloating anymore, my weight has shifted to where it used to be, and I have steady energy throughout the day. My skin has cleared up, and I am overall a happier and lighter version of myself. My husband says that I'm "crisper and brighter" than ever before, and he's so right! I can't recommend Jade and Nutrition Zest enough...the care and thought they put into working with their clients is so apparent and I always felt truly supported by their entire team. 10/10 would recommend! read more

I can't say enough good things about Colleen and how she has changed my life for the better. I originally decided to find a nutritionist to achieve weight loss and to learn/create a framework that I could follow to make healthy food choices. I'm in my 30's and am up about 10-15 pounds from when I was in my 20's. I tried numerous dieting techniques - paleo, keto, whole 30, etc., but nothing was working. After spending 3 months with Colleen, I have learned how to make healthy decisions for my body that I will use effortlessly forever - I feel less bloated, more energized, and I'm losing weight! Another reason that I really liked working with Colleen is that she also uses science to identify and recommend solutions for any deficiencies you have. read more

I can't thank Colleen enough for what she does, if it hadn't been for her I would still be frustrated, exhausted, unheard and medically gaslit. I had been trying to tell providers for years something wasn't right to no avail. Colleen quickly pinpointed EXACTLY what had been going on with her comprehensive testing. I was able to take my results to get the Hashimoto's diagnosis I had been searching for for nearly a decade. After restoring my very depleted microbiome and making some much needed dietary changes I started to feel like myself again. Fast forward to today, thanks to Colleen's referral and advice- I am now on the proper medication regimen and have thyroid antibodies in near "remission" status. Anything worth doing takes time and I'm so grateful Colleen got me where I needed to go. Colleen is so knowledgeable and working with her honestly feels more like chatting it up with a dear friend who's non-judgmental and understands life happens and changes take time. read more

I worked with Jade for 6 months in the hopes of improving energy levels, digestion, anxiety, and lifestyle in general. I had gone to my primary care doctor with complaints, but all my blood work was technically within range so there wasn't much she could do. She is the one that recommended me to Nutritional Zest and looking into more of a holistic care plan. We did several labs including a food sensitivity test and modified my diet and supplements based on the results. We worked on balancing blood sugar and improving gut health as well. This isn't a quick fix but it is a sustainable one. I learned so much from Jade and will be able to use this baseline knowledge now to live a happier and healthier life :) read more

I worked with Colleen for 6 months with the initial hopes of improving digestion and losing weight. I absolutely met those goals, but moreover felt like I had a guiding hand and life coach who gave me tools for better sleep, lower stress, strategies to optimize day-to-day nutrition and alcohol choices, and just overall live a happier and healthier life! much of this was guided by data - symptom logs, sensitivity testing, gut microbiome optimization. I really enjoyed knowing the why's behind my plan. It hasn't been easy, but I am in a much better place now - my gut functions better, I have more energy, and I have better baseline habits. I am excited to take these tools forward and keep working towards the best version of myself :-) Thanks Colleen! read more

I started working with Colleen after following my gut instinct, no pun intended, that my life needed a change. I had frequent headaches, inability to focus, overall fatigue, acid reflux, hives, feeling HANGRY, bloating, and high anxiety. I overall felt like crap on a daily basis. I needed a change not only to fix these problems but to neutralize my body so I can tell the difference between feeling unwell due to food or feeling unwell due to COVID. Plus boosting immunity is a MUST right now. Not only have most of the above symptoms subsided, but my nursing daughter seems to be reaping the benefits as well. Now that I am rarely "hangry" I have actually started to enjoy cooking. Without the drastic hunger and irritability hanging over my head to cook something quick and easy, I can take my time and enjoy the process. Thank you Colleen! read more

Not a surprising story - my thirties have happened and my metabolism disappeared. All of my little tricks in my 20s - "I'm going vegan for a month" and "I'm restricting calories" all weren't working anymore. I was guessing what I needed to eat and actually, during covid times, was eating mostly for convenience. During our first call, we talked about more than just food... in fact....there were some major themes that emerged: 1. I wasn't paying attention to what I was eating. I was just eating because I was bored. 2. I wasn't prioritizing myself at all - and I wasn't happy. I was anxious and extremely irritable. My entire worth was tied to my career. 3. I had no baseline for what I should be eating. I was guessing. I would recommend getting the blood test! From there we were making informed decisions from what my blood test was telling us. And it gave me the extra proof I needed to make some real change. We set a baseline for what my meals could look like. (Get an airfryer by the way... total life changer). So - following Colleen's guidance what were the improvements: 1. One of the biggest improvements I noticed was my mood (actually my fiance noticed this too.) Overall, I had a more calm, even-keeled disposition. I was able to not feel as triggered by small things. 2. Even if I have some 'treats' every now and then. I know what my body needs - and I have a baseline to go back to. I have the knowledge of this is what my plate looks like. 3. Probably one of the biggest myths this helped dispel was that I needed to starve myself to 'lose weight'. Honestly, losing weight was on the bottom of my priority list, but it definitely happened -- and I didn't starve one bit. A major goal of mine was to remain sensible (because I wanted this to be lasting change and not feel like a one-time gimmick) -- and Colleen helped guide me through that. Even when I was struggling with giving up my weekly binge drink - Colleen had great advice. Colleen helped me build habits and goals that I can actually stick to and use going forward - and was such a resource for me throughout the entire process. I actually have knowledge and am no longer just guessing. Life. Changing. read more

I began my journey working with Colleen a little over a year ago, and it was one of the best decisions! For as long as I can remember between being raised by a single parent in the 80s/90s (when processed & convenient foods were KING, and education and the organic movement didn't seem to exist...zero shaming my mother, folks), having a fast metabolism (weight gain was not a concern), and fast paced living (travel, and general Type A workaholic vibes) I had a TOTAL CRAP DIET. It's not that I never ate healthy things, but super processed and fast foods were my main go-to. When I reached out to Colleen, it was the next step in my overall plan to step back and recalibrate so that my chosen path in life could be sustainable for years to come. My 30-something body was not bouncing back as quickly as it had done for many years. I was exhausted all the time, and was only propelled forward by adrenaline from stress, and the burnouts were becoming over the top. My burnouts and the walking exhaustion were robbing me of my life. I knew getting a gut test was key in unlocking the roadmap, and I'm very happy I had Colleen to help with my tune-up. With her guidance I was able to get rid of an overgrowth of H-Pylori and work on my adrenal fatigue, and I've felt a massive difference in how I move through my day. Colleen is very knowledgeable, no-nonsense and practical in her approach. She will meet you where you are, with zero judgement and will guide you based on your unique situation. Your road may be long, and it may be hard, but it will be worth it. I have completely rewired my brain in this process, and on the flipside I'm better able to hear what my body is telling me, and I feel more balanced than ever. read more

Colleen knows how to make you kick your guilt aside and really try and focus on long lasting changes in your nutritional habits. I've done the restart program twice and was am amazed each time how beneficial it has been. I feel I have walked away with tools that are easy to implement long term and have come away with a deeper insight to why I eat and drink the way I do. It is also a judgement free space with Colleen. She looks at health in a holistic way. The nutritional goals she sets help you improve not just physical health but emotional and spiritual well being as well! read more

I recently participated in the RESTART program with Colleen who was highly recommended to me by my fitness coach. I was looking for a happy reunion with healthy food after being on a cycle of coffee, fasting, and food on the go! And this program was exactly what I needed. I love the focus on what's healthy for your body to thrive versus a program that focuses on elimination and difficult macro tracking. It's a balanced program that focuses on food as well as calming the mind and body to receive all of the amazing benefits from eating optimal food choices for the body. I was able to participate largely from the road while opening a new business and it was a pleasure to learn from Colleen and the other participants. So much knowledge!! read more

I Learned so much from my meetings with colleen and its not just about nutrition either. We talked about controlling habits and even meditated together in a online group meeting. She has been a great support for all my questions. My health has improved so much in the past 2 months from colleens help and my meditation practices. If your confused by all the info on food and diets out there today then hire Colleen and she will help you get back to your natural health. Thanks again Colleen read more

Colleen was referred to me by a colleague when I needed someone to send a patient of mine to. He was having digestive issues due to Ulcerative Colitis and had already lost a lot of weight. It was having a major impact on his life, and he needed more customized nutritional guidance than I could provide. Within a week of working with her, it had all turned around. I was so impressed with those results that I signed up as a client myself. I enrolled in Colleen's 21 day RESTART program and it had a major impact on my eating habits and general health. It helped kick-start lifestyle changes that I hope to maintain. I was impressed with the personalized nature of the program and element of accountability. I've tried elimination diets and 30 day programs in the past, but this was much easier. Each week, there's a sample menu along with shopping list to follow and resources to adapt said menu to personal taste. Colleen is also able to tailor the menu to accommodate dietary restrictions such as veganism. Our weekly video conference meetings also helped keep me accountable and stick to the plan. There was a major educational component, with a different focus each week, that served to reinforce the dietary changes made along with my motivation. I cant understate how knowledgeable Colleen is, and what a great resource she is when it comes to any health issue and it's dietary component. By the end of the program, I was left wondering what the hell I had been doing beforehand... the answer being that I almost exclusively ate out. Perhaps the biggest take away from RESTART was a rekindling of my enjoyment of preparing meals and cooking delicious food for both my fiancee and I to enjoy. The actual dietary part of the program only lasted 3 weeks, which anyone can do, but the changes I've made will last a lifetime. read more

I started working with Colleen a few months ago as I started to train for my second marathon. As an avid runner, mother of a small child, busy professional in the NYC advertising world and a lover of food/wine/beer- I needed some major help when it came to my nutrition. I was running on empty all the time and not fueling my body in a matter that allowed me to function optimally. I feel empowered by the guidance I have received from Colleen to make smart decisions every time I put something into or on my body. My body is detoxed, clean, glowing and is starting to run as it was meant to. It is clear that Colleen is doing what she was meant to do, and not only do I work with Colleen for her deep knowledge - I also find her energy and personal path very inspiring. Health is wealth for SURE. read more

Colleen is wonderful! She's compassionate, humble super knowledgeable. She truly loves and believes in her life's calling. Before I started working with her, I felt really tried, down on myself, unproductive and overweight. Colleen gave me the tools and the push I needed to chance my lifestyle. It's been almost 5 months since my initial consultation with her. Today I am much happier and healthier than I've been in a long time. I highly recommend her. read more

Colleen is amazing! She knows the science of nutrition and will teach you how to have long-lasting health and vitality. I've referred clients to her and will continue to do so. I recommend her wholeheartedly. read more

Colleen is fantastic. I had bariatric surgery in 2015 and lost 180 lbs in a year. I started to slowly put a few pounds on due to being overstressed and generally paying less attention to my health. Colleen listened to me, asked thoughtful questions and designed a plan with my specific needs in mind. Colleen got me back on track and helped me understand how supplements can help. I'm sleeping better, more productive and clear-headed and have an overall sense of calm and happiness. I strongly recommend you work with Colleen, she's worth every dime! read more

Colleen is right where she belongs in this world! I finally found someone that was able to talk sense into me about food. While she was knocking sense into me she was also explaining step by step, what exactly was going on in my belly when the foods were breaking down. Anyone could give someone a plan and go here, enjoy... Colleen does such a fabulous job of allowing a person to learn while taking their turn on this bumpy rollercoaster food journey. I wish there was more I could do besides just saying THANK YOU to her!! read more

I have been working with Colleen for the past 5 months and it's been amazing. It's not just about weight loss but understanding what is best for my body and foods that trigger stress. I also have been suffering from back pain, and by identifying inflammatory foods my pain has decreased significantly. I cannot say enough wonderful things about my experience with Colleen! read more

Working with Colleen was great experience. I took her Restart class and was very pleased with the results. Colleen knows her stuff and was a wonderful nutritionist coach; she pushed me to do my best and i was very happy with the results. My time working with Colleen helped to lay the groundwork for real change in my life and I am happy to say that I have continued to takes steps towards a healthier lifestyle. Thank you Colleen. read more

Colleen is awesome! She truly loves helping people find a healthy balance with food. She looks at individual needs and helps accordingly. I highly recommend her NZ programs to friends and family! read more

I just completed the Restart program and am very excited about what I have learned and accomplished. Colleen is a very well informed, caring leader. She helped me to understand so much about how food affects my body. I love her expression, "eat mindfully ", I'm trying very hard to do that. The three weeks flew by and while learning to eat better, I was never hungry. This is not a diet, it is a way of life that will not be hard to do The interaction with the other members was fun and very interesting. We shared tips and recipes and were proud of one and another. I recommend this class to anyone who is interested in healthy living and in enhancing your well being! read more

I took part in a online version of a 21 day restart class with Colleen. To keep you interested, I lost about 13 pounds doing it. The funny thing is, I took the class for quarantine entertainment and to learn something. I wasn't really very committed and didn't do some of the early things like clean my pantry (hello, teenage boy in my house). However, I became more committed as the class went on. Colleen made it easy with meal plans, support, and by giving me a great attitude. The recipes are super flavorful and based on whole foods and the group discussion really made me feel like I was normal. But, what probably changed for me the most was the attitude she suggested of "I'm CHOOSING not to eat this right now, but I can eat it anytime I want" and "Just try it and see". It gave me a comfortable way to think about restart and to talk about my restart to family. In the end, I realized that I have had an upset stomach for years and it had slowly fallen away during the course of the restart. I'm going to continue with this way of eating for awhile longer to "just try it and see" :-). read more

I learned about Colleen's RESTART program and decided to give it a try. I figured, why not, I was trying to lose weight anyway and this couldn't hurt. Well, what I got from the program was so much more than I thought going into it. First of all, Colleen facilitated a supportive 5-week journey for me and the other participants. We learned all about digestion, what sugar and fats do in your body, and were hand-held through a 3-week sugar detox. Each week, Colleen sent educational materials, a food plan and even a shopping list, which was really helpful in preparing for the week ahead. Additional to the weekly video chat, Colleen made herself available to all participants via phone, email or text. We had a private group Facebook page where we could share experiences and recipes with one another. So... What did I get out of RESTART? For a very nominal fee, here is my outcome: 1. I learned that by changing my diet in the way that Colleen suggested (very strict during the detox, but also limited consumption of certain foods in everyday life), that I am no longer bloated after a meal. I never feel full, just satisfied. 2. I learned to eat mindfully and gain a better appreciation of each meal vs. just rapidly eating meals without regard for what is going into my body. 3. I have more energy and feel mentally happier, which is great for everyone in my family! 4. I found a new way of life that makes me feel great! 5. I lost about 8 pounds in the three week detox! Who am I? I'm a late-30s mother of two (3 and 6 years old) with a 40-50 hour/week job. I feared that I wouldn't have time for preparing all of these different meals, but that did not end up being the case at all. Colleen provided a lot of options and resources to make this a breeze. My family even enjoyed a lot of the things I made. I whole-heartedly recommend this program and Nutritional Zest to anyone looking to improve their life. read more

As working professional with a vegetarian husband (who is a picky eater) and a toddler at home, our family often relied on a lot of processed foods that I knew weren't healthy. That's why I decided to look for a nutritionist who could help us learn a new way of eating that is healthy, picky husband and toddler friendly, and not terribly time consuming since I work full time. After doing some research and calling a few places, I decided to go with Colleen and I'm glad I did. Colleen helped me learn how to have a good balanced diet without relying on processed foods. She helped us identify foods that our body didn't respond well to so we could eliminate them, or at least limit them to special occasions (knowing the consequences). I learned how to listen to my body to know if I am not eating well and need to change things up. And beyond nutrition, she helped teach us how so many other things in your environment impact your health (plastic, stress, lack of sleep, etc.). Of course I could have found a lot of this is information online, and some of it I already knew. But, working with Colleen helped me focus and commit, helped me understand how it all pieces together, and helped me slowly build it into my daily routine so that it wasn't overwhelming. With Colleen's help, we learned a new, healthy way of living that is sustainable and she was a pleasure to work with along the way. Finally, I also lost 7 pounds over the 2 months we worked together without feeling like I was dieting (I still had dessert and was never hungry). This wasn't my primary goal or motivation, but I know it's important to some people so I thought I'd share. read more

I participated in a Restart Program with Nutritional Zest. This program was awesome and a great value for what was provided. It was 5 weeks long and I liked the format. We had a small group of people weekly on a video conference. It was cool to do this with a few people and not by myself. There was weekly material provided that was very educational. I felt like I knew a lot about nutrition....definitely not the case. I learned several new things each week and really enjoyed the weeks learning about sugar and healthy fats. In terms of the results from the program - I couldn't be happier. I felt completely awesome and healthy, slept better than ever, and the best thing for me was I had zero afternoon fog/fatigue. I always assumed me getting tired in the afternoon was because I have two kids under 4 who usually wake up at least once in the middle of the night. I never considered it was diet related. This will adjust the way I eat going forward and I will continuously do Restarts at least yearly going forward. Whether you are already a healthy eater or starting from scratch, I highly recommend talking to someone at Nutritional Zest. read more

I began working with Colleen to cleanse and strengthen my body in preparation of tapering off a medication I'd been on for more than 20 years. I was also hoping she could help me improve the way I viewed food from both a psychological and nutritional perspective. From our initial phone call, Colleen has been encouraging and compassionate, and a vital part of my journey to improved health. She's shown me a different way to look at food and has helped me understand that it's not about what I can and cannot have, but about listening to what my body needs and providing it with the nutrients it craves. After only a few weeks of working together, I felt re-energized and my digestive issues began to subside. With Colleen's support and guidance, I have successfully transitioned off my medication and I haven't felt better! read more

Colleen has a gift for helping people get on a path of nutritional health, conquering hurdles and facing fears. She truly cares about people and has a realistic approach to revamping one's relationship with food. Her skills combine the knowledge and precision of a scientist with the patient understanding and open mindedness of a therapist as well as the empowering, inspiring attitude of a self-help guru. read more

Colleen is great! Her support and presentation of the information were excellent. I learned a lot about elemental nutrition and how my body processes certain foods. I had more energy and I lost about 8 pounds over the course of the program! Having the weekly calls and Facebook group were great for group support. I highly recommend! read more

Colleen is amazing! She knows her stuff and understands that there is not a "one size fits all" plan. I highly recommend scheduling time to talk to her. No matter what your issue is, she can help! And she does it in a very positive, non-judgmental way. read more

Colleen is awesome! I feel very lucky to have found her. She is passionate about what she does and that is evident in how much of herself she gives to her clients. I started working with her a couple of months ago and have been amazed at the amount of information she has been able to give to me about how to use food & diet to improve all of those nagging symptoms I've had, but did not know why. After a while, you get used to having low energy, sleeping & digesting poorly, and forget that it does not have to be that way! Colleen provides a supportive and structured environment for making lasting, meaningful changes. I highly recommend! read more