Testimonials

Just wanted to say you have the most AMAZING recipes. I just wanted to thank you, your book and web site are wonderful and I am enjoying them both. It is hard to find great recipes when you are allergic to both eggs and wheat but not with your recipes! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
--Lydia Kirby
Stephens City, VA

"Just wanted to say thanks again for being a kick-ass dietitian. This is the first time I really have felt like eating right and getting active is real life and not just something I have to do for the next couple of months to drop a few."
-- Bridget
Chicago, IL

"You were fabulous! A bright ray of light that lit up the rest of the taping! Several people have mentioned how wonderful your segment was. If I do another show that even comes close to talking about food, you will definitely be the first person I call. Thanks so much for being a part of this series."
-- Shelley
WTTW television producer

"I had to go buy all new pants!!! ... Also, I wanted to tell you that after not getting a real period for many years because of my brain tumor, chemo, hormones, etc., I finally had one last month and I am pretty certain that my diet changes are the reason. Probably most women would think this was a pain, but after having so many body systems not working right, it is a relief to have something 'normal.' Thanks for everything."
--Grace
Chicago IL

"I came to see you over a year and a half ago and I just wanted to let you know how well I have done since then! I have lost 20 pounds and can fit into every single pair of jeans, shorts, skirts, and dresses that I bought in high school. Some even fit me better now than they did then! I can't quite wear all of my old shirts, but all of the slightly longer and looser ones look great on me now.

"I would not have been able to do this without your help; you have made me a much happier and confident person! Thank you so much for everything!"
-- Alli McIntosh
Chicago, IL

"I just wanted to thank you. I discovered you and your "3, 4, 5 Diet" about three years ago in Fitness Magazine. Three months ago I decided to follow it seriously. I've lost 27 pounds to date with 33 to go. It's BY FAR the best diet plan I've ever been on. I know I will continue to lose the weight and keep it off. THANK YOU!!!"
Jessica P.
Norfolk, MA

"I just wanted to tell you what my scale was this morning: 129.2 pounds (down from 136.4 pounds)! Thank you for helping me finally drop the weight that has been creeping on for 10 years! My friends and family have all noticed how much healthier I look. Your recipes have now become routine and I find myself craving them. My goal is to lose about 6 more pounds and I know I can do it with your plan."
Allison C.
Chicago, IL

"Thank you for all of your help! In just a week I am already seeing an incredible difference and feel so much better. I am on my way to super strong gut health! The difference really is remarkable, Dawn. Thanks again! I have also been following the flexitarian diet and find it to be very helpful. Amazing."
Kenda
Chicago, IL

"A quick note to say how much I love your recipes (Lose 5 lbs in 7 days plan in the 4/09 issue of Health magazine). I'm not a typical dieter as I can maintain a healthy weight without doing so (good genes!), but occasionally I have too many "good-but-bad" things (i.e., ice cream cones) that lead to me putting on, primarily, mid-section fat so that I can't fit into my business suits. ... I LOVE the plan and have lost a few pounds in just a week and a half. I just had the avo-canelli beans-tomato-arugula sandwich and it was one of the best things I have ever eaten! ... Thanks so much for creating the healthy-and-delicious "flexitarian" plan and I think I'm now a convert!"
Monet
Santa Monica, CA

"I wanted to let you know I lost 8-9 lbs on your "Lose 5 Pounds in 7 Days" diet in Health (April). I am so excited I just ordered your book, The Flexitarian Diet. How wonderful to know that I am eating healthier and getting thinner (I really only needed to lose 5). I am very happy, thanks so much for putting that diet in Health magazine and by the way, I use chicken broth instead of water to the carrot ginger soup and make it every week. It also freezes well."
Jan
Raleigh, NC

"I just wanted to write and say what a fantastic experience the workshop was! I certainly walked away with a lot of helpful tips—you are so spot on about so many things! I also received a lot of great feedback about the workshop after and I thought you should know that you touched many of us that evening. We'd love to have you back next time you are in New York City! Thank you for hosting such a successful event!"
--Ritu Khanna, Step Up Women's Network
New York, NY

"Just wanted to tell you how much I am enjoying recipes from your site. My daughter and I have Celiac Disease and she has gastroparesis so vitamins from food are a biggie for us. I made her the carrot and ginger soup today and she loves it. I'm making the corn cakes with veggies right now. I had to adapt some recipes to our diet but the simplicity and great flavors of recipes are getting us both excited about food again. Thanks so much for helping us get kick-started to better health."
--Maureen
Dacula, Georgia

"The program you did for the Dentist Conference was wonderful! The participants filled out program evaluations; the ratings from your session were 5.0 out of 5.0!"
--Linda K., manager
Dentist Health and Wellness
American Dental Association

"I can't tell you how many of my friends have been very successful using your Fitness Magazine 7-Day Eating Plan! I know there are others who'd be interested, too, and I would love to share the plan and your website with them on my blog. Thanks!"
--Lora
  Boston, MA

"I want to thank you for your classes at the Chopping Block. ... Before coming to your class I couldn't even boil water but now I have been preparing the recipes from that class and even tried others. You make cooking seem effortless. I have my husband trying vegetables and dishes he would never have tried before. I look forward to your future classes."
--Kelly
  Chicago, IL

"We referred to you as 'the best expert we’ve ever had' so I hope you’ll be interested in other ideation sessions I’m planning."
--Brand Innovation Company
  New York, NY

"Thanks so much for all of your help. You are so terrific and clever."
--USA Today, columnist

"Working with Dawn has made a huge difference in my life! I have already dropped 35 pounds."
--Sandy
  Nampa, ID

"You are very knowledgeable, funny, energetic, and motivational. You presented useful and interesting information. I could have listened to you all day."
--ASRT conference attendee
  Dallas, TX

"What can I say, you were a total hit! I knew when I first spoke to you that your energy and enthusiasm would captivate the audience but the reality exceeded my expectations. Your presentation was right on target. They will be talking about you and your wisdom for a long time to come."
--In Focus Events
  Chicago, IL

"Thanks again for your excellent presentation a couple weeks ago. People are still talking about it."
--Quaker Oats
  Chicago, IL

"We were so fortunate to have you speak to our group. You are so knowledgeable, engaging, and creative."
--Paulette Wolf Events and Entertaining Inc.
  Chicago, IL

"You were such a hit! I have been getting e-mails asking if we can have you back next year."
-- Deloitte accounting and consulting firm
  Chicago, IL

"I'm on day 4 of your 7-day diet in Health magazine. I absolutely love it! I've been on every diet under the sun and have failed every time. I've been so surprised at how easy, tasty and filling the recipes are. ... Do you have any suggestions on how I can successfully continue this plan?"
--Jessica
  Boston, MA

"I hope it's okay I keep telling people about you, I just honestly think you are the best dietitian I have come across and I especially think you have a knack for making tofu sound exciting. ... Oh, and great new website!"
-- Aimee
  Chicago, IL