I've had IBS-D for over 6 years (am 21 years old now). Despite seeing several different doctors across my life (and across different geographies, both domestic and international), nothing worked. Mary was the first and only one to provide me with real guidance -- she helped map my microbiome, she tailored several specific supplement protocols for me, she crafted an entire diet plan, and she regularly checked in. Mary honestly saved my life. read more

I have had GI issues my entire life. I've been constipated, bloated, tired, and had terrible GI episodes even when I thought I was eating relatively healthy. I was always gassy, and nothing seemed to help. I also have a slew of other issues that seem to keep piling onto the things that have yet to be fixed. Within a week of starting my personalized gut healing plan with Mary my bloating, gas, and pain went away. Since then I have worked with Mary on further gut healing, liver detox, and support with PCOS. She always takes my concerns seriously, which is quite different from many dismissive doctors I have seen. Mary has endless knowledge on nutrition and health, and I trust her completely. She also is just a great person to talk with, and perfectly balances being someone you would want as a friend with 100% professionalism. I cannot recommend her enough! read more

I have tried everything, not just to lose weight but to get healthy. I found Mary through a recommendation of her colleague and have never felt better. Where most nutritionist just treat you for being heavy, Mary took the time to figure out what was the root of the issue. I came to Mary because I had frequent migraines (the world needs to stop rotating kind for 15+ years, was in constant pain, couldn't sleep, yet always felt tired and I had tried everything but the correct eating lifestyle. Mary is very educated on every subject she reviews with you and freely offers up the knowledge and gears what you need to yourself. I felt that I had the support to go through the elimination of bad foods to really figure out what was going on and Mary was always responsive and checked in with me frequently. I have 3 different conditions that are all hormonal and Mary took that into account when she came up with my plan and going forward she has helped with adjustments and encouragement. Mary doesn't put you on a diet she helps you make positive changes in your life, the right way. I have not had a migraine once I eliminated Gluten and have naturally lost weight, my joints no longer hurt and I have the support I needed to make the change. read more

I did their detox last year and it was fantastic. The process was real gentle. We met once a week for four weeks as a group to talk about what we needed to do. We also had materials we took home that real clearly told us what foods we could and could not eat along with when we were to use the supplements supplied. One of the things we did was drink smoothies using Designs For Health products. I have to say they were great (I still have them regularly). The whey in the product was cold processed and still retained digestive enzymes so it was okay on my system. Normally I have a hard time with dairy. After the detox, I felt cleaner and healthier. I wasn't overweight since I am a daily runner but my body fat went down by 10% during the detox. I highly recommend this detox. It is supervised by two very experienced nutritionists who are there with you every step of the way. read more

It was all my roommate's idea. "I want to do this detox and I want to do it right. If we do it together, we can support each other... and I won't be tempted by all your ice cream and chips and what not." Begrudgingly, I agreed, knowing full well that I was going to be hungry and grumpy for the next two months. But at the first meeting of the Nutrition Divas, Mary and Karen were so incredibly friendly and knowledgeable that I immediately felt at home. They explained the full process and potential benefits patiently and thoroughly, sending us home with the necessary nutritional supplements for the cleanse, as well as the easy-to-understand guidebook. I'd be lying if I said the cleanse itself was easy. The first few days were rough, no doubt about it. Giving up caffeine, sugar, dairy? Not so fun. But amazing, after about 4 days, I didn't really miss it anymore. I soon noticed I was sleeping better, I had more energy, skin cleared up and what d'ya know, clothes started fitting better. All in all, at the end of the cleanse, I had lost nearly 10 pounds... with virtually no exercise. It was just the cleanse itself. I'd absolutely do it again. It's a big commitment, but it's got some incredibly wonderful benefits! read more

I went to see Mary after reading that your liver is connected to your lymphatic system. I needed to detox for my general health. Mary set me up with a liver cleanse that included the "magic powder". She also included a diet that worked for my "on the go" lifestyle. I was surprised to find out that I am sensitive to gluten. I am a new person now that I have eliminated it from my diet. Thanks Mary! read more

I just completed the Nutrition Diva's 3 week detox class and it was awesome! Excellent information and practical ways to change your food habits for good, not just as a crash deprivation diet. I feel more energized and rest better not having coffee, sugar and wheat in my diet and I lost fat and gained muscle, without really changing my exercise routines. Mary and Karen are the best! thanks!~ read more

Mary is amazing! I first met Mary's business partner at a cooking class. The class was wonderful and the food gave me energy and I felt great. 1st lesson: good food is good for you. Next, I did the 21 day detox with Mary. The cleanse was easy to follow and my body felt supported instead of torn down. Lesson #2: getting healthy doesn't have to hurt. A year later, I met with Mary one on one for weight loss, overall health and "mid-life" issues. Mary created a food plan that addressed the needs and concerns for my specific situation. We tested for dairy and gluten issues (no dairy, but gluten is a problem). Mary's food plan gave me more than a menu. I learned that preparing my food and planning to take care of myself could be enjoyable. I also learned, my husband and son can eat whatever they like...I don't have to eat it also. The bonus: I am much more informed about food & exercise. My mindset about "starting over" every few weeks has slowly changed to a state of acceptance. I just keep going. I know if I eat gluten, I will crave more food. I know if I don't exercise for 5 days, I'll feel lethargic. I have stopped setting myself up for failure. "I'll stop eating this week and go the gym 7 times" ... no thanks. I can eat well daily and exercise 4 times a week and feel great. If I miss the gym one day...no biggy...I'm not starting over, I'm just moving forward. I appreciate all of the information and openness Mary has shared with me. She is kind, smart and straightforward. Jo read more

Mary is one of the only experts I trust on the subject of nutrition. As a certified holistic nutrition consultant myself, I appreciate her straightforward, evidence-based approach. In addition, her programs WORK! I did her 21-day gut reset and got fabulous support throughout, so it didn't feel hard after the first couple of days. In fact, as a result of our conversation in the private FB group for that program, I decided to try the Autoimmune Paleo protocol after the 21-day gut reset, and now my autoimmune disease is in remission after 2 years of daily struggle. Every one of her blog posts is fascinating and chock-full of achievable tips. I can't recommend her highly enough! read more

I'm an occasionaly "cleanser" and went to see Mary after being refferd to her by a colleague. I was looking for a mild cleanse given that I've got a 15 month old at home and wasn't in the mood for the "master cleanse" or other extreme cleanses that I've done. Mary's cleansing program is great and she did a fantastic job of explaining everything and being a resource for me. The program is based on eating well rather than starving the body. I cut out all the allergens and cut out coffee and alcohol (ugh) but felt amazing after a week. My colleagues and friends actually noticed a difference in me after ten days. I also noticed that I didn;t have the fuzzy brain syndrome that I thought was normal for me. It's now been a month, I just had my last follow up with Mary, and I still feel great. My diet is better, I've cut back considerably on gluten and dairy (which weren't doing good things to my body) and I have a more moderate take on other fodds/beverages. All in all, if you're looking to cleanse, Mary's a good CNC to go to. read more

After years of dragging myself through life with stomach pains, lethargy and depression, after trying anti-depressants, intense cleanses like the master cleanse and diets likes macrobiotic, being pissed off that Kaiser dismissed me as having a bullshit diagnosis of IBS, and trying to get myself motivated to cut out gluten, dairy and sugar from my diet with little success, I found Mary and she is helping me turn my life around. She has you start with a 3-session package, which is the minimum to make any progress with a nutritionist. I've had 2 of my three sessions with a few months between them. In-between she is available to check in by phone or email and help give you guidance and make sure everything is going well for you. The support she gives is amazing! Because my digestive symptoms were so bad, and because it was suspected that I have Celiac Disease, Mary had me do a 30 day elimination diet. This was essential for me to see the horrible affects that dairy and gluten have on me. She also tested my adrenals and found they were low, and is helping me build them up my strength and energy through diet, supplements and lifestyle suggestions. Because my health issues are so intense, I am slowly getting better and gaining strength. Mary provides me encouragement and support all the way through. I don't think I could do it without her! read more

I consider myself very healthy, but since moving to SF I've experienced a number of health problems, allergies, athsma, stress, anxiety. My face would break out randomly into red splotches and I would get short of breath. I had had enough. I knew that skin symptoms represented a deeper problem, my immune system, my liver. I was so ready to do the 21 day detox with Nutrition DIvas, and at that point willing to give up ANYTHING that would make me feel better. The detox was actually UNLIKE ANY OTHER DETOX I've done in the past. I didn't even think about the foods I wasn't eating because I was enjoying all of the things I could eat. And I felt fantastic in just 3 days that I couldn't imagine ever going back to my old habits. I even gave up coffee for 2 weeks and found myself in a sort of blissful euphoria because of it. In the end my allergy symptoms were gone, I had more energy and enthusiasm, motivation, and I was able to laugh again. And I even lost that little bit of weight around my middle, on accident! I just recently reached out to Mary again because I was experiencing major stress and anxiety as well as allergic symptoms and I wanted HELP! I had gone back to eating some of the foods that I knew weren't benefiting me, but I guess I was in denial. She walked me through my diet, which was really eye opening for me. I didn't even know the things I was and wasn't giving myself. After a 2 hour consultation I left the office feeling back on track and recharged to make a difference in my life with my relationship to food. It's amazing the power of giving to yourself, taking care of yourself. nourishing the blood and bones and body that is you! What a difference it makes to listen and be mindful. And sometimes we forget or don't even know what health feels like until we have it! Thank you Mary! I look forward to more of your good advice! read more

I am so happy I found Mary! I have struggled with stomach and digestive issues for over 10 years. I'd been to multiple doctors, none of whom could find anything "wrong" with me. I'd come to accept that having a chronic upset stomach was just normal. Then I met Mary. Now I've tried just about every diet out there, none lasting or providing the results they claimed because I couldn't stick to it. I need consistency, nourishment, and satisfaction (not to feel deprived). I know pizza's not going to provide me the nutrition (or the body) that I need. But I need to know why. Tell me what it does to my body. Tell me why what I eat affects me the way it does. At our first full session, Mary broke all of it down for me. "If you eat X, it does Y & Z to your body, and that's why you feel like crap. Let's try eating A, B, C instead and see how you feel." Well A, B & C works! Finally I can eat a meal and not feel like crap afterwards. My stomach is happy now. Mary is incredibly responsive, providing compassionate, educated guidance every step of the way. I highly recommend her to anyone who knows there's a better way to feel, and needs some help along the way. If your body feels "off," or your stomach always hurts, or you just need a little help with weight loss, Mary is the way to go. Oh, and in addition to feeling fantastic, my skin is glowing, and I've lost 12 pounds in 8 weeks! read more

I contacted Mary about her services after hearing such great success stories from others and she definitely surpassed my expectations. I have been dealing with thyroid, adrenal and digestive issues that have plagued me for years, and Mary has been incredible. Mary is really knowledgeable not only about nutrition, but about the entire human body and the intricate connections between all the systems. Her protocol treats you from a very holistic standpoint rather than just looking to fix your symptoms. She has the gift of being able to explain things in a way that anyone can understand without feeling overwhelmed or confused. Mary has given me so many resources to help me not only physically, but also emotionally, heal...I still have a long way to go, but she has been there every step of the way. Any time I have a question, she always answers it; her support and guidance is very thorough and I really feel that she cares about her clients. I HIGHLY recommend her to anyone. read more

If it wasn't for Mary, I'd still be out on disability. I have Hashimoto's, and after seeing dozens of doctors I still felt horrible and discouraged. Doctors dismissed me and told me to see a psychiatrist because my symptoms were "all in my head", but Mary took me seriously and got to the bottom of the problem. Not only did she revamp my diet, she also addressed my thyroid hormones, hormone replacement therapy, and supplement regime. I've struggled with Hashimoto's for 10 years, but after working with Mary for 6 months I FINALLY feel like myself again. Thank you SO much Mary! I'd recommend Mary to any women who are struggling with autoimmune diseases, hormone imbalances, adrenal problems, insomnia, depression, or strange constellations of unexplained symptoms. She's the best! read more

I am so glad I found Mary! I've struggled with food allergies and have been fumbling through the literature on diet and exercise for years, but I finally reached out and made an appointment after some bloodwork came back from my doctor with confusing/concerning results. I'm so glad I saw her! She's very methodical in her approach and shares all the information I need to understand what's going on, and what I can do to improve and feel better. She's extremely knowledgeable and helpful, I'm very happy to have her as a resource. AND I feel MUCH better. We're continuing to work together, but even in the couple of months since I first saw her I already have noticed a drastic improvement in how I feel -- my appetite is calmer, I have more consistent energy levels, and my stomach doesn't give me the issues it used to. I highly recommend working with Mary! read more

I have worked with Mary several times. She's designed personalized cleansing programs for me, provided great recipes, and recommended excellent nutritional supplements. I've learned soooo much from working with her. She seriously changed my life. I recommend her to everyone I know. read more

I started the 21 day detox after attending an open house almost two years ago. The information provided just made sense. I was tired all the time and just taking vitamins wasn't cutting it. From day one, I stopped eating gluten and removed dairy from my diet. I thought it would be impossible to do but the feeling I had after a few days was almost miraculous! Most of my aches were gone, gained energy and after 21 days lost 8 lbs. After introducing gluten and dairy back into my diet, I found a definite sensitivity to gluten. With that information, I decided to enroll in the Nutrition Divas "Sleek and Sexy" weight loss seminar. Following the same theory, I lost another 22lbs. Mary and Karen share their knowledge willingly. I've learned so much about my body, how it works and what to put into it. Periodically, I take the detox program and constantly read their website for more information. Almost forgot to mention the great cooking tips from karen, both in class and online! read more

I consider myself a pretty health-conscious consumer, and have done my fair share of reading about nutrition and fitness. I thought I had all the answers, but still wasn't losing weight. In fact, when I became vegetarian, I GAINED weight! In the middle of a crazy cleanse, I decided to listen in on one of Mary's informative conference calls to get some tips about cleansing. Let's just say that after that call, I put down the lemon syrup juice and started attending Mary's classes, and it has been a year and I am 20 lbs lighter. Under Mary's guidance, I've totally changed the way I think about food, and while my diet may seem pretty different to some people (no counting calories, lots of rich foods, but gluten free), I've never felt better (and I never feel like I am going hungry)! Plus, Mary is so knowledgeable that she's helped me figure out how the way I was eating was contributing to other health problems that I had been having. I really believe now that the belly is the center of the immune system because by making changes to my diet, I was able to control some issues that before I needed medication for. read more

Mary helped my change my life for the better. I took a workshop from her and started down a path to get healthier. It started with a cleanse and ended up finding out I was gluten and diary intolerant. I was so far gone...I didn't know what my problem was. I was extremely exhausted. I took the saliva test for adrenal fatigue and found I was close to burn out. I have been taking support supplements and feel so much better now. I forgot what it felt like to feel good. Mary is a good communicator and very upbeat. Her website is very informative. read more

Mary is amazing and I highly recommend her for anyone who wants to learn how to eat healthier, feel better or has symptoms/health issues which are not being solved by conventional dr.'s. I thought I was doing the gluten free and dairy free diet correctly before I went to Mary and then found out I was actually doing it all wrong. With her nutritional direction I have never felt better. I also went to Mary thinking I had adrenal fatigue and she had me immediately do a GI test. Found out I have a GI issue and if it wasn't for her I would not be functioning. She is wonderful and I cannot recommend her highly enough. read more

Mary is a rock star. I have worked with her for about six months and she has helped me a ton. From nutrition, to supplements to a healthier lifestyle--Mary knows her stuff. I love that she is devoted to women's health and is so on top of cutting edge information that your regular doctor or a standard nutritionist would have no clue about. She is very thorough and easy to talk to as well. She is wonderful with communicating via e-mail too. I have recommended her to several friends as well. read more

The reason I went to see Mary was for weight loss. I tried just about every diet out there, and have a strong fitness routine, but just couldn't seem to lose any weight. I came across an article Mary had written and was so impressed I decided to give her a call. When we met, we discussed an issue I've struggled with for the last 12 years. I've suffered from bouts of dizziness, fatigue and feeling unbalanced. The symptoms would come and go, so I figured it was something I would just have to deal with. She immediately pinpointed the root cause of my problem and started working with me to change my eating habits. I came to her as a vegetarian, tired and lethargic and heavy. Once I changed my diet, I started seeing changes immediately. The "foggy brain" symptoms stopped immediately. I started dropping weight. I thought I was eating pretty well until Mary analyzed my daily food intake and pinpointed areas I needed to change. They were subtle, but what a difference they made! I no longer get those heavy sugar cravings at 3pm! Her recipes and recommendations have made a big difference in the way I eat. I have energy now and stay up later in the evening instead of collapsing at an early hour. I appreciate Mary's phone conferences, book recommendations and general advice. She's extremely knowledgeable and answers my questions on nutrition so I can understand them. read more