Client Experiences

Here's what clients are saying about Sea + Spruce Nutrition!

“…I lost the needed weight and got down below the required BMI so I could move forward with the surgery. …I’ve been able to get into clothes that I haven’t been able to fit into for years. As my knee healed and I progressed through my physical therapy rehab, I found myself dreaming of all the things I could do once again, as I my pain free mobility returned; hiking, long walks, riding my bike and playing team sports…I wasn’t declining social opportunities, even abiding by social distancing with COVID-19. I am more engaged at work, in my neighborhood and connecting with friends. My blood sugars are down, I have less pain in my body, feel healthier and have been able to save more money that I’m not spending eating out. Every aspect of my life has changed! I feel like I’ve come back to place where physically I feel better, which impacts how I view, think of and love myself. ”

- Peggy M, Tacoma WA

“Working with Christina provided hope that my condition would improve. I felt supported, as she obviously understood my confusion and anxiety. She did not “dictate” but did an excellent job of meeting me where I was at. She provided education that I lacked and did not minimize my concerns. Finally, she was able to provide creative alternatives to ancillary symptoms (sleep problems, etc) that disrupted my life. As a result, I found I could eat more foods with decreased anxiety and painful symptoms. This translated to halting the weight loss I had experienced and increased my sense of control, attainment of goals and enjoyment in life. My relationships and health improved as I felt more confident about socializing and engaging in goal driven activities. As a result, I felt better about myself and my ability to care for my health in a positive manner. ”

- B.Z., Tacoma, WA

“Christina is SO thorough and really listens to me to customize a plan that helps me reach my nutrition goals while taking into consideration how to overcome certain barriers, whether they be mental or physical. I couldn’t recommend her enough! Christina kept me accountable and I never felt like she was “phoning it in” during our sessions. Her comments on my food and lifestyle journal were insightful and encouraged me to be consistent with entries. I feel stronger overall. My system is keeping in more calories and I’m able to take in [more] calories. As a result I’m gaining weight and muscle.”

- B.E., Kirkland, WA

“Christina has been so supportive and helpful through this whole process. I never once felt like she was forcing me to do anything or saying anything I was doing was wrong. She was a strong ally and allowed me to take charge of my health. Before working with Christina, I hated cooking and avoided it as much as possible. I tried to eat healthy but that was hard when all I could tolerate cooking was rice and beans. Now, I can’t say I like cooking, but I sure hate it a lot less! It’s kind of like taking a shower - sometimes you don’t feel like doing it, but it’s part of the day. To eat, you gotta cook!”

- Carolyn D.

“Prior to working with Christina, the most frustrating and bothersome thing was almost always feeling bad after eating. I was affected most of the time because I was never sure when I was going to feel bad. Since working with Christina, I have not had the severity or even daily discomfort that I had before when eating!  I have followed her advice on combinations of food, smaller portions, and eating organic food when possible. Also, it’s been almost three weeks now since starting some supplements and they seem to be working as well. After working with Christina, I, first of all, FEEL BETTER! She has educated me so much and has improved my overall well-being. When I feel better, I’m probably a little nicer person and happier.”

- J.S., Los Angeles, CA

“Christina has been a professional and enthusiastic supporter and guide. In four months, her assistance, ideas, knowledge and support lead me to decrease my weight, blood pressure and helped me get off all the medication I was on. My A1C has also dropped from 6.5 to 4.7.”

- K.M., Port Orchard, WA