TESTIMONIAL - TO LUANNE PENNESI
January 2012

In retrospect, I was a very sick woman diagnosed with Crohn?s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis eight years ago. I had lost 40 pounds. I could no longer work, or think, or focus or have a life for a very long time. I was on a medical roller coaster with very very limited ups. I had no quality of life until I met Luanne at a Gary Null program in November 2009.

I had been on a Remicade protocol combined with a wide range of other dangerous drugs for over 5 years when one November morning after an infusion I woke up with a terrible reaction.They called it Serum Illness. Not only did I feel horrible but I was unrecognizable. My face and upper body blew- up. I looked 7 months pregnant. I was so sick and so weak. As a matter of fact when I walked into my physician?s office that following morning no one recognized me. My physician said he had never seen this reaction and he sent me to a specialist who ordered heavy Prednisone and the usual regimen of Colasol, Asacol and a slew of other drugs.

I quickly developed a numbness in my hands and feet. My Neurologist informed me that if I had continued the heavy dose of prednisone I would eventually loose the ability to climb stairs. I had physically and emotionally hit a wall. One thing I knew for sure - traditional medicine was not only killing me but bankrupting me at the same time.

A very dear friend who had her own medical issues invited me to attend a Gary Null Program scheduled for November, 2009. Sidebar:I almost didn?t meet Luanne that Saturday because when I got to the office at E.92nd Street and opened the door I nearly feinted. All I saw was a huge mountain of stairs. I wasn?t sure that I could make it. But, it was the best climb I could have ever made in my life. That climb literally catapulted my healing journey which started with Luanne. Our collaboration focused on an integrative program has resulted in my finally living a quality of life. Her workshops, private consultations, supplements, recommendations to other professionals and comprehensive program was challenging but was worth every moment, every hour of the journey. She was there every moment for me. And please note that it was a heck of lot easier than the medical model that I traveled for many years.

I continue to follow her recommendations and strategies that were designed to lead me to achieving a quality life achieving goals that I had set prior to my illness. I have achieved many milestones since our collaboration. Luanne?s last note on the plan she developed for me was "to get back to work!"And I am delighted to report that I finally completed one of the children?s books that I had started.

If you or a family member or friend are struggling on the medical or emotional front--- Don?t wait one more moment. Contact Luanne and set up an appointment. Folks this is the real deal! Luanne I thank you, my family and friends thank you. And in closing Luanne, please accept my apologies for not getting this "thank you and celebration of you" to you sooner. Wishing you the very best.

Claudia DiSalvo

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Dear Luanne

This time its real

I’m all healed!!

Blood Pressure 109 on no meds. Only vitamins and good fresh organic food

Eda

Thank you and have a great summer!

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Hi,

Hope all is well. My mother started Gary’s complete protocol on 5/18/10. As of today that is about 39 days ago.

About a month into the protocol she started to occasionally babble. Which she was not doing before. Not much of that any more.

Also after a moth of the protocol her tremors have decreased significantly. She also seems to be stronger where we are walking about 50 ft per day. This week we have started to walk twice a day 50 ft each session.

So we have made progress.
Thank you for your time.

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9/13/10

9/13/10 HI LUANNE, JUST AN UPDATE ON 5 GREAT RESULTS. 1. MY C REACTIVE PROTEIN WENT FROM 4.7 --- TO 2.36
2. MY TEMPERATURE WENT FROM 97 DEGREES O 98.4
3. MY HAIR WENT FROM PURE WHITE TO 90% BLACK
4. (BEFORE ALL OF THIS STUFF HAPPENED TO ME I WAS A PERFECT SIZE 6--- WEIGHING 115 LBS) MY WEIGHT WENT TO 149 LBS, NOW DOWN TO TO 137.4 WITH DIET CHANGE.
5. I HAD A VERY LARGE MASS OF VARICOSE VEIN BEHIND THE BACK OF MY KNEE----LOOKED LIKE A LARGE BLUE BALL. IT IS 100% GONE.

JM

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August 2010
Luanne's protocol and guidance have taught me volumes about myself and have educated and enlightened me in the holistic world of being. I had always thought I followed a healthy diet and lifestyle and didn't think much could change to make it better. When I am following Luanne's protocol I feel better, plain and simple. Issues with CFS seem to diminish, I have more energy, about 95% less headache's (I have had major problems my entire life with terrible headaches and migraines), and in general just feel and look better. Her advice goes beyond diet and she truly takes an authentic holistic approach and urges you to examine all areas of your life. I am so grateful to have Luanne in my life. She has opened up many doors for me and has given me the necessary tools to change my life. Thank you Luanne! "
KK
Long Island, NY

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LeAnn Zunich commented:   
"Well, I'm finishing day 15 without diet soda. I've de-cluttered two rooms. I've e-mailed my success team. I walked 5 miles today. Sounds like you're having an effect on somebody."

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4/09 Thanks,

Luanne!  These shakes are putting some serious PEP IN MY STEP!!!  And I love how I feel like I ate the equivalent of a satisfying meal.  Well, I am energized and in SUCH a different mood, like I could lift a building.....Wow.  AND, forget the sodas. The shake is sweet enough that the thought of drinking a disgusting HFCS-laden soda after that--or anytime near that--was repulsive!!! And, I had some perfectly good grapes and oranges in my mini-fridge.  The more of the natural sugar I stick to, the less of the fake one I can take.

Anyway, just wanted to share that and I'm taking the next month to really kick some butt in the gym, and at home.  (I've got some Tae BO tapes)

Many thanks and I'll talk to you soon 

Ronke

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I really need to thank you for everything. You were willing to help in any way. I am convinced that your nursing encompasses a spiritual ministry available to anyone in yours and Gary's sphere. In the ubiquitous nature of consciousness, we all are touched by your blessing.

A loving thank you,
Kimberly S

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May 2008

This has been a journey filled with new insights, struggles, changes in life style and eating and enlightening. I have learned much, let go of bad baggage and am still in the process of reclaiming total health and wellness. I am also learning how not to be a victim of what other people choose to do. I try not to take things personal but let it roll off my back like a duck. :-) And I am reevaluating all of my relationships. I have added fun to my life with roller skating and increasing more in daily exercise and diet. Some things are still a challenge with food but I am making progress that I am proud of. I feel good about myself and growing stronger in areas where I am weak with certain people who love to upset me. The book is such a great guide for me. I also went to see a reflexologist and it was great. thank you Sallie Williams

thank you
Sallie W

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May 2008

Hi Luanne,

Everything is good with me. I'm still juicing greens daily and it adds such a huge dimension to my well being. I am for the most part completely medication free.

How many times can a person say THANKS? Your guidance has enabled me to regain a large part of myself.

Regards,
Marlene

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"I'm having such a blast that I don't want to sleep or eat, I just want to go, go, go...but I know that's not realistic. This is my inner child at play, doing what my inner child does best....enjoy life to the fullest it her own way, beating her own drum to her own time!!! I'm IN LOVE....with life & myself!!! I've been set free!!! Luanne....I can't even describe it to you, words just don't cut it...and I know you know what I mean."

Thank you.
Ramoma H

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"I'm a living magnet for miracles today. I've read your book for the second time. Each time I read it I pick up on something new. I'm really getting a grasp on myself now. It's getting better and better every day for me. Relaxing is the biggest thing that helps the most. There is too much good in life to go around tense all the time. Too many things to see, experience, enjoy, reflect on. I'm cleaning my apartment and pretty much transforming it...before it was a place to live in that I did not relate to myself (my desires, dreams, passions, goals). Things are changing. More and more I can see that life is energy, the more time you spend on making it the way you want it, the more results you will have, and the happier you become. Change into what you want to be, into what you want. It's fun!"

P. Alexander,
Colorado Springs, CO

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"If you are ready to take control of your health and your life, you need sound advice, straight talk and an abundance of information from an authentic health and wellness professional, Luanne Pennesi will make you feel worthy of all that you will become on your journey toward ultimate health and happiness."

Deborah Fredericks,
New Jersey

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"Your workbook is probably the most information packed manual on lifestyle and health that I've ever seen. It is invaluable information and I know I will be using it for reference, inspiration, and for filling in gaps in my life and health. I am super happy that it has all of this combined: lifestyle, nutrition, inspiration, health, and so much more. It's like a manual for life. You have something here that is priceless."

Peter Alexander,
Colorado Springs, CO

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Thank you very much Luanne- This program has given me a new lease on life I have been reading and studying all of Gary's books on nutrition and gathering information on the web I am really enjoying the adventure of discovering new recipes with different foods that make me feel wonderful!

Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
EP

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Dear Luanne,

Hi!!! I have to tell you about my day. I arrived at the Metropolitan Wellness Group for my ozone a little nervous as usual. As I came around the bend to the drip room I heard music that didn't sound like the usual CD. I turn the corner and realize I hear a live guitar. I said, "Alright." Right away I'm asked if this will bother me. "Of course not, this is great," I reply. Omar, Maria's partner had brought up his guitar and was playing and singing. There were four of us getting ozone and Dr. Cangiano and Carol. Everyone was smiling. Big smiling. I relaxed, put the heating pad on my arm, Carol got a great vein and we didn't have to switch halfway. We were all singing, even Dr. Cangiano. If only we had had a video camera!

You would have loved it, Luanne.

Dr. Cangiano told us of a great place he had raw food last night. It's called Quintessence and since Bob and I love raw food we decided to go there instead of the Caravan of Dreams where we usually go. Well, I can't believe the food we ate. It was so delicious. We talked to everyone like we usually do and when asked how I about Quintessence I said, "My doctor" and then smiled. What a great feeling.

Oh man, I'm ecstatic (it doesn't take much), this was two of the best meals (we got dinner to go) I've ever had. I'm known to say that about live food, but this just blew me away.

I just had to tell you because I feel so good and because it wouldn't have happened without you and your vision. Thank you Luanne :)

Many Blessings,
R.J.C.

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Dear Luanne,

I just wanted to thank you for the help you gave a friend of mine, as well as all your help in the support group.

My friend, JB, needed help for his son who has multiple problems. When I called you on Sunday recently, you took the time to help him get an appointment at your Wellness Center the next day. You didn’t have to do that, and it’s very much appreciated.

Sincerely,
GB

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Thank you for your suggestions in your last e-mail. I am currently trying to eliminate some toxins from my home environment - using natural cleaners, natural dishwashing liquids and will purchase another shower filter. I have been going to an herbal clinic for the past few months (3-4). They have given me a tea mixture specifically for my liver. At my last appointment I requested (at your suggestion) something for my lungs (general cleanser, builder). I was given an herbal tincture which I started to take immediately. I felt better immediately upon taking the tincture for my lungs. The very next day (literally) I noticed a change with the condition of my scalp. After just a few days I am amazed at the condition of my scalp - dandruff is 99.9% gone. Thank you for your suggestion. Runny nose has reduced somewhat but not gone. Still working on environmental cleansing and testing for allergies in my diet.

Thank you.
C

"Not only did I find an excellent roommate, I also received not one but two job offers. All of which could not have been possible if I was still using Marijuana. I am of course still under some brain fog. However, my mind is clearing much faster than most because of the protocol you gave me. Thank you! It seems to be all coming together! Add this too : since being on the protocol my hay fever, which was very severe, causing constant runny nose, repeated violent sneezing, red watery eyes, and congestion so bad I had to breath though my mouth, IS GONE! Now I can run like the wind. I joined the cross country team at Citrus College, CA, and today I ran five miles".

Dan LA,
CA

Dear Luanne,

Four years ago I was "diagnosed" as HIV+. I was very naive and confused at the time. The man that I was living with was also HIV+ and had been since 1994. He and his doctor as well as my family and friends were pressuring me to get on the cocktails. I joined a support group and went through the typical channels of "education" available... I was completely overwhelmed with all the information I was receiving. My mother gave me your phone number because she knew that you were working with AIDS patients at the time...

I called you and you were kind enough to take the time to explain what I now consider "the other side of the AIDS/HIV issue" to me in depth and answered so many of my questions with patience, understanding, and simplicity. I know we are each responsible for own health and healing but that one phone conversation with you sparked me into a completely new understanding of this so-called dis-ease I had just been labeled with. That was information that was not available to me through the traditional sources I had been seeking. Per your advice, I bought Gary Null's video AIDS: A SECOND OPINION. Despite the pressures from family and friends to get on the cocktails I continued my research and began unraveling this HIV/AIDS myth for myself. I decided a wholistic healthcare just simply makes more sense. In 1999 my boyfriend died. Of course the cause of death was AIDS, but I know it was his medications.

I am now attending The National College of Oriental Medicine in Orlando, Florida. I just finished my first of a three year masters program. I have decided to create my own wholistic protocol and hopefully help others do the same one day. I owe thanks and praise to you and others like you who are out there working, educating, and inspiring the rest of us to take our health and our lives into our own hands and to seek the TRUTH. Thank you Luanne for your courage and your commitment to the greater good of our society. Most of all, thank you for helping me save my own life. I am forever grateful.

Peace and God bless.
Sincerely
T.A

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"Luanne had an immediate grasp on my condition, and with simple, powerful, and direct suggestions for treatment, she greatly helped me stay healthy dealing with HIV/AIDS.

During my Vitamin C drips, whenever she walked into the room, the whole room lit up with her upbeat, powerful energy, and I couldn't wait until she appeared again with a smile, an encouraging word for everyone, and a sense of inspiration that anyone can walk the talk and make it happen!"

-Douglas Graham Bates
motivational speaker, workshop facilitator,
writer www.toolbox4hivwellness.com

'Luanne is amazing. Not only does she travel across the country monthly to give nutritional advice to people who count on her guidance for their very health, she doesn't hesitate to get personally involved. When a friend of mine was stricken with ALS, she was right there with an offer of help, ready to take on the patient's family, the doctors - anyone, if it would heal my friend. And she doesn't limit her advice to the field of health! During one talk to a nutritional group, I heard her mention having taken a Secrets of the Millionaire Mind seminar. She said that she tripled her income within the first year, as a result of that seminar. I was inspired, and took the same seminar the next time it was given, locally. As a result, within the first week I did something I'd wanted to do for years, but couldn't "get it together" to do - get started in a business of my own. Thanks, Luanne! You change lives!"

Nance P
Los Angeles, CA

August 15, 2010

All Healed!

I contacted you 7/13/09 with a severe case of psoriatic arthritis. I followed your protocol and viola, I am healed!! But the road taken was not easy. There were many rocks and obstacles along the way. We that want to be healed, must direct our attention to the goal of wellness. I followed the Diet, found a wholistic doctor and a great acupuncturist and a healer- No poisons in my food or mind! My husband did not like this but he had no choice, this was my body, my soul. So I walked the path to wellness alone. We all must do this. Many times we have doctors or healers that are not right. We must say thank you and goodbye, then continuing on our journey. Today I am healed. It doesn’t happen overnight and sometimes we get discouraged. However the goal stands first and we follow it to wellness, happiness and joy.

Thank you for your guidance along the way.

Idaherma

Diligence is required so we do not step back but continue on our Path to Wellness~

November 2011

Hi Luanne,

I hope all is well!

It has been just a little over a year ago that my daughter was diagnosed with a brain tumor and our journey began.

Cordelia is doing amazing! Her hearing as improved significantly. I was told it would be a miracle if she regained any of her hearing. Six months post op she improved by 30 decimals which was a 65% improvement from the day before she was diagnosed. The tumor actually measured smaller on her 9 month post op MRI (without one dose of chemotherapy)! She had her 12 month last week and the tumor is stable. The MRI frequency has changed from every 3 months to 6 months which is a huge milestone. Her life has improved on all levels (mentally, physically and emotionally). She hasn't been sick for over 1 year now. She used to have monthly episodes of vomiting, sinus problems and allergies.

Joe no longer takes Asthma medicine and hasn't had an episode in over 10 months. He has had some ear infections but I recently began to use an herbal ear drop and we haven't had anymore ER visits or antibiotics. He is in preschool now. The preschool is free of charge and they have a special program that teaches children important life skills like self acceptance, anger management and socialization. I asked for something like this to happen for him and the universe delivered!

One of our biggest dreams came true in September as I bought a house that has more space and a yard! We previously lived in a 2 bedroom condo. The new house has really improved our environment and lifestyle and we are all much happier. We love our new community and school and everything has just fallen into place.

We listen to affirmation/relaxation tapes frequently by Louis Hayes or Shambala kids and we have begun the "Shambala Kids Life Skills" program. I have made it a personal commitment to continue personal growth and improvement and to apply what I learn to my family.

We have dramatically reduced sugars, wheat, dairy and processed foods and try to eat mostly organic whole foods. We drink smoothies every morning with coconut milk, berry extracts, lecithin, flax seed and hemp seeds. We also drink "green lemonade" (broccoli, lettuce, cucumber, celery, apple, lemon juice) as often as we can. I am committed to continue to improve our diet but am proud of the progress we have made. Just last night my daughter drank a glass of almond milk and said "this taste better than cow milk"!

My husband and I have filed for divorce. I continue to work on the need to engage in relationships that are unhealthy for me and my family. I have identified the need as a result of low self acceptance/esteem.

I think the most important things I have learned over the last year are:

1. Balance – balancing health, exercise, personal growth, relaxation, finances, work/career/school, relationships are imperative
2. Life skills – Self Acceptance/Esteem, Thought Awareness, Stress/anger Management, Living authentically. None of these are things I ever learned as a child and most I still do not know as an adult. I am committed to learning them as a family.
3. There is no destination - My life is about continually growing, changing and improving. This is exciting to me! Mistakes are an opportunity to grow instead of an opportunity to feel remorse or guilt. For the first time in my life I am happy with my life just as it is because I know I am always changing, growing and improving. I have the ability now to be thankful for all the wonderful things I have and not dwell on the things that I don't have or scenarios I wish had never happened.

I wanted to thank you for your contribution to our journey. Even though we have not spoken often I have used all the materials you provided me and thought of you often during this time of growth. Our first consultation we had was one of the major things that provided me the courage to start this journey. Something in your words, voice and attitude made me believe it was all possible. I keep that feeling with me as I move forward. Thank you!

Jenny Valdivia

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I never told you that:  

The prostate protocol you gave me worked, eventually. With consistent application of the nutrients, all is back to normal!

I did my second triathlon sprint this summer and the DMG worked wonders.  

Thanks for all you do!  

Lawrence  

Lawrence Polsky
Managing Partner, PeopleNRG

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7/15/10
In August 2009 my annual physical exam disclosed in a blood test an elevated PSA reading. A biopsy of positive for cancer followed. The urologist laid out the usual medical solutions- burn, cut or poison. I inquired if there were any other alternatives; he suggested I could do some “watchful waiting”. To me this made no sense and I told him so, to which he responded I could try some radiation which he has had some good results with. I told him I will do my own “presearch”.

I got busy, seriously reading as much as I could about the disease and then consulted with Luanne Pennesi. Luanne provided me with counseling, a protocol and worked with me closely. After six months I had blood work done and one of the improvements noted was a significant reduction in my PSA reading.

The urologist noted the improvement only by saying that it does not mean much if I’m not being treated. A further test in May 2010 showed further improvement based on the protocol, diet and support of the Gary Null approach, expertly administered by Luanne.

I wish to express my appreciation to Luanne for her guidance and to Gary for his years of fearless and courageous sacrifice, fighting the drug cartel and this corrupt health system.
S. Aaron

October 2008

Luanne:

What I can say is volumes but what I will say is direct and succinct, and even then, seemingly long yet true!

I was on a personal good-health mission 10 years BEFORE I ever heard of you, and I was very successful. When I hired you by telephone in July 2004 to provide natural alternatives for my eighty-six year old uncle in an assisted living facility (after seeing Gary Null on WHYY here in Philadelphia and finding you on his website), you did wonderful things for his well-being. I said I was doing great on my own healing path from chronic pain but one day maybe you could update my self-assembled protocol. Suffice it to say that two years later my world changed with a long overdue trip to your office in New York City and my first opening to a new universe of well being, beginning with that first consultation. From there, I entirely eliminated meat from my diet, found I had chronic fatigue syndrome and heavy metal toxicity, cleared those up in a couple of months with bio-oxidative and high-vitamin C drips, and now have a new energy and astoundingly excellent health at age 55 beyond anything I imagined when I thought my self-researched healing work was doing fine! I have done and continue to do everything in your workbook with avarice and became such a crusader for your protocols. The results are that my eighty-five year old mom went from 14 drugs to 0 in a couple of months, and my attentive siblings, children, and every client, friend, aquaintance and anyone I met with any health issues were driven to call you with the passion of a committed preacher because I so strongly believed in your results. I have watched too many of my friends, family, and colleagues needlessly die of bad habits and lifestyles. Overall though, the world remains a place where one can lead a horse to water, but can't make it drink. I'm okay with that now and focus my energies in life on those that get it. In the course of four years, you have become my closest friend, mentor and coach, and I cannot imagine my life without you in it! Thank you with all my love.

Peter

"While my goal is constantly striving for relative balance, My emotional state has changed tremendously. I am no longer depressed or have anxiety attacks. My family and personal life has taken a major turn in so far as relaxation and fun time together has tripled from where it used to be and is consistent daily! I have attended workshops for creating the life I desire which entail replacing negativity with positive healing affirmations...."

Sincerely,
Christina

Feb, 2009

Luanne,  

I wanted to say "thank you" for two things -  

First, for answering your phone early last Wednesday morning when not even the "emergency" line at my doctor's office was answered by a real person.   

Second, for providing practical information on how to treat the dehydration and weakness that ensued from a very nasty stomach bug that knocked me flat.  This information was doubly useful, because after taking care of me, John came down with it two days later!   

We are both fine now. Again, thanks so much!  

Stay well,
Barbara

Hi!

Good news – All my hair is back. I hope this never happens again. I took before and after pictures. It’s truly amazing. I took the pictures over a three month period. I still have a long way to go. I still have skin outbreaks. I am presently working on reversing this condition, hopefully it will happen soon. This summer I spent two to three hours in the gym six days a week and went to the beach in the afternoon. It helped me out a lot. I will be calling you soon, Hope your pirouettes in skating are wonderful. Best to you for a very enjoyable holiday!

All the best,
A

September 2009

Never give up

Last year, I was a total wreck. I suffered from psoriatic arthritis and my hands and feet were crippled. It was hard or me to do art work. I am an artist a woodblock carver and printmaker …however I worked anyway and ignored the pain.. even my massage therapist had to do reiki on me for my muscles were too sore to be manipulated. To top this off I developed a lunate bone loss on my left wrist.. So I went to an orthopedic surgeon and had to take x-rays and a digital image scan I forgot the name I-of the scan this proved that I had bone loss. I had to wear a splint on my hand and wrist. and it was extremely painful. I searched and found a wonderful chiropractor who gave me adjustments etc and told me to use hot castor oil packs

Before all this happened I was in great shape and was doing power yoga but had to discontinue all exercises for it was too painful for my wrist It was hard for me to sleep at night due to the pain.. I even went to a talk therapist and that helped a bit..

One day I remembers the Gary Null .com site and got in touch with Luanne. . A friend visited me and told be about her acupuncturist who has an office near the Holland tunnel. I drove there in a brand new car nervous for I was afraid of driving into the Holland Tunnel and losing my way in NYC.. After 5 treatments my wrist recovered and my arthritis and psoriasis was gone. I contacted Luanne and she gave me a protocol and told me to see a Dr. and a healer.

Through the healer I found a fabulous Doctor but when he examined me he discovered that I had high Blood Pressure. He told me to see a Cardiologist I resisted this until my acupuncturist told me not to come back until I visited a Cardiologist. My Dr found one and I made an appointment after the visit I was given 5m pills to lowers the hbp. Now it is normal and my Dr will try to lower the dose. He has given me many vitamins and minerals to take and adjusts these once a week. I write updates to Luanne every week or so and receive wonderful replies that guide me in this process.

I follow these instructions faithfully and went for a treatment with a wonderful healer.. I’m taking a stress reduction class at my local Yoga center take a hatha yoga class and Joined a gym. I have full recovery20and as I am a working artist have won many awards and have also added the Digital print to my woodblock prints I am very grateful to my family and friends, Drs and Healers and Luanne who is guided me through this journey to health. In love and gratitude I say never give up and always be thankful for the gifts that you have received then if possible give back to others so they can receive. And always express gratitude and thanks to the Supreme Being known by many names but loved by all.

I Williams Artist Printmakers

January 2009

Thank you for taking the time with me................I like to think I'm a success story.  Looking back on the ordeal of getting off all those psyche meds............I realize now, had I not been juicing for 7 years prior, my body could N E V E R managed through the devastating withdrawal symptoms.  Your support saved me and helped stablize me at a point that I was ready to throw the towel in.  As the years go by and I feel better and better, it makes me realize what a monumental feat I accomplished getting off those drugs.   

Thank you for helping me take my life back.  

Regards,  
Marlene

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"Dear Luanne,

"I just wanted to give you an update........... I started to sleep. I haven't slept comfortably for so many years I can't even tell you...........between the PTSS and all the psyche meds I was on for 20 years this is incredible. If you recall ever since I went off all the meds (almost 3 years now) I wasn't able to sleep at all, the only thing that saved me was the juicing.

"But even more remarkable than that.............I haven't seen my brother for a few years. I met him and his wife for dinner the other night. His hair was all grey........The restaurant lighting was poor so It looked like he was bleaching his hair---I asked him and he said he had been dieing it for a couple of years because it was grey. I have almost no grey in my hair and I am 3 years older than he is. Imagine that ! But it was clear that they lived very grutonous lifestyles............both he and his wife were 100 pounds over weight each. The wife actually had the nerve to chalk up the difference to the fact that I lived a stress free life...........and you and I both know that isn't the case. What ignorance.

"I met a fabulous guy through Match.com. He is a celebrity trainer and at the top of his game. He is the best thing that has happened to me in many years. Where do I begin to say THANKS for the support that enabled me to take my life back?"

Best regards,
Marlene B

Hi Luanne,

I want to let you know how profoundly grateful I am for your insight and inspiration, at the Health Support Group. 

My most heartfelt thanks for all your support, wisdom and positive -  absolutely wonderful, energy.   I find you so engaging - and I've always really appreciated your sense of humor - as an audience member listening to you speak, you just wish the time would not end. Thank you again. 

I feel very fortunate to have had the opportunity to be there, with you.

All the best
Elizabeth

8-22-11

320 lbs and Shrinking WOO HOO!!!!!!!!!!!!
Hello Luanne. I am now 320 lbs.. From 360..I can run a mile and a half on the treadmill @ 3.5 -4.3 MPH

We are going out tonight for seafood and a nice date. It's been a while. I can now fit into the suit I got married in almost 4 years ago. 2 months back, I would have needed to butter my hips and a human sized vice to make it all happen, lol. I am so happy and getting healthier with every day of improvement and positive cleanse.

Thank you so much for being there when I needed you. I will be ready for another chat in a few weeks....
God Bless.....................j
Joseph Allen

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3/09:

I have been focusing on my diet/lifestyle changes for the past two years and have successfully reversed migraines and ulcerative colitis. As my 40th birthday approached, I decided to take it one step further and treat myself to a gym membership in August 2008.  My excuse used to be (like many others), that there is NO time.  Walking the stairs or track at my middle school during my prep time and 1/2 hour of resistance training every other day fits easily into my hectic schedule.  Now I feel and look better than I did when I was 20!  I have gained confidence and focus as well.  I feel great and my boys say, "We're so proud of you!" What could be better than that?  I'm a better mom ever since I started taking better care of ME! 

I would love to share my story and inspire other women.

I'm attaching before (18 years ago) and after (last week) photos. 

Kim D
home - Montville, NJ
age 40, 5' 6", 125 pounds
middle school math teacher
single mom

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4/08

Dear Luanne,

I'm doing well. Lost 10 lbs, so far.. I love the plant based way of eating… Thank you again, for your guidance. It's saving my life, mentally & physically.

Laurie M

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"Hi Luanne :)

Just a note to say hello and many thanks for your help with my poor wretched body. It was just the shot in the arm that I was looking for to get over all of the garbage I went through last year.

Yesterday I gave all of my size 3X to the Veterans monthly pickup. I held up one pair of dress slacks and I swear I could wrap the entire waist around me like a skirt. I've lost 3.5 inches off my lower belly (my spare tire), and 2.5 inches off my waist. I've also lost 2 inches off of my bust (boy if I could donate those, it would be wonderful!)... I'm sliding from a size 20 into an 18 on the lower half, and I've gone from a 1X top to an extra large. I'm shopping in my closet for smaller sizes. I've got lots of hawaiian blouses I've not been able to fit into when I bought them at a huge sale when Robinson's May merged with Macy's. I've tried them on and they all fit with plenty of room to spare."

Belle M
California

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"I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for all of your help with my best friend, K. I don’t think I’ve ever made a better financial decision than hiring you to counsel her. "

The improvements I’ve seen are nothing short of miraculous.

"In just 3 1/2 months (basically since Valentine’s Day), she’s lost more than 50 pounds. She’s under 200 pounds for the first time in years, and dismissively waved a hand when told by her doctor that she’s out of the danger zone. She’s motivated and it’s her goal to get down to her ideal weight, whatever that turns out to be. Her skin looks amazing – positively radiant (it was gray before). Her hair is growing in dark (which I assume means the gray/white hairs are falling out and the new hairs that are growing in are her normal hair color). Her endless menstrual cycle (a period is not supposed to last more than a YEAR) has stopped, and is back to monthly.

"Even more importantly, her conventional doctor has taken her off of several pharmaceuticals, many of which she’s been taking for years. Her blood pressure is 120/80.

"Her attitude is also positive. She’s actually saying “no” when she doesn’t want to do something and accepting favors and assistance with less resistance. No more martyr behavior.

"Clearly she’s not happy that her marriage has come to an end (his loss), but I see her getting better and better every day in every way. She’s looking forward to doing things and going places I was never able to talk her into before. Her outlook is positive, despite negative vibes that she’s been dealing with in her home.

"Although I’ve offered advice in the past, it’s fallen on deaf ears. Having it come from someone who doesn’t love her is a great plus. Your frank approach is exactly what she needed when she needed it. She’s doing the work, but you’ve given her the tools."

Thank you again!
Best,
V.T.