Cristina possesses that wonderful combination of extensive nutritional knowledge and common sense, and a very caring manner. She is able to design and communicate effective treatment plans specific to both an individual’s medical needs and their own personal goals. Cristina has been a delight to work with, and I highly recommend her as both a dietician and an excellent addition to any team. Dr. Anita Lee (MidMain Health Centre Physician)
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Cristina has offered our patients thorough assessments and practical, individualized advice on wide range of nutritional issues – from infant feeding to chronic disease, to food allergies and eating disorders. She combines a well-grounded knowledge of current evidence with an empathetic ear to address both the physiologic and psychosocial aspects of her clients’ diets. Dr. Andrea Dilalla (MidMain Health Centre Physician)
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Meeting with Cristina and the idea of lifestyle changes was a comfortable non-threatening atmosphere that made me want to continue. I was set up with a nutrition plan that was workable for my lifestyle. She was able to help me make choices that I could live with and find success in order to achieve my goals. With Cristina working with me I have been able to make adjustments in my life and to be aware of creating a balanced plan of nutrition and exercise that will assist me in my final goal of a healthy weight and a more active lifestyle. S.P. (client)
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Hi Cristina, I just weighed myself this morning and I am down 15lbs... it has been an amazing transformation for me to get here in the past 2 months. I didn't actually think it was possible... I feel strong and haven't felt deprived at all. It was challenging at first, but I just wanted to say thanks for the advice and having me keep it simple in terms of dieting. I am training my butt off and am excited to see how my performance will have improved. Thanks again, Nathalie Maurer (National Heavyweight Rower)
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Hi Cristina, I want to say thank you. We are off to a good start with my son... he is responding to you and I see "baby steps" happening. As you can see, it was important to find someone outside of me, for him to be able to learn about food and himself. Your sensitivity in how you pointed out not looking at the pounds on the scale (to me) was perfect. I'm pleased to have connected with you. I love the way you speak to him and explain things. I believe he is hearing you for himself. Anyway, thank you again Cristina W.G. (Mother of adolescent client)
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I want to thank you for your expertise and help. Not only did I manage to hold my weight during the taper before the marathon, I even improved on the 80/20 rule. Thanks again, Ed T. (client)
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When I first called Cristina I was a mere 98Ibs with multiple food allergies, I am now weighing in at 125Ibs and feeling much better. Cristina is the most dedicated dietitian I know, her devotion to her patients is unbelievable. She has gone above and beyond to help me find foods and supplements to help me gain my weight and energy back safely. I feel fortunate, indeed, to have her as my consultant. Thank you so much for all your help Cristina. Tracy Butcher (client)
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Hi Cristina, I thought you might like to know that I passed my RCMP Pare test today. I just wanted to say thanks so much for all of your extra efforts in getting my muscles and body weight back on track. Your nutritional tips and suggestions were fantastic and all of your advice certainly made it more possible for me to train hard during these past 4 weeks. I was able to build the extra muscle and strength that I needed to be competitive on this test. I've almost reached my goal weight as well, I hit 124 lbs as of today. Thanks again Cristina, I'll be back in to see you soon. Cheers, Sue F. (client)
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Hi Cristina, I just wanted to say thank you for the nutrition for high performance presentation that you ran with us. I think that you did an excellent job catering to all of the levels of athletes that we had there. There was some very positive feedback from the athletes in attendance. Thank you, Andrew George (Athlete Program Director, BC Snowboard Association)
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Hi Cristina, I wanted to thank you again for your work with our teams last summer; our 17U Women’s Team brought home Gold and our 17U Guys won Silver at the Western Canada Summer games. Thanks again, Steve Manuel (High Performance Director, Volleyball BC)
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Hi Cristina, Thank you again for your guidance… all the athletes had only great things to say about the feedback that you gave them, and I really valued the Eating Out exercise that we did. Yours very truly, A.H. (BC ParaAlpine athlete)
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Hi Cristina, I just wanted to thank you for your interest in teaching this course. It has been one of the best classes I've taken at UBC and I would credit a large part of that to your personal knowledge and examples from outside of the curriculum. On a personal note, I talked to you during the first week of class about some helpful suggestions to losing weight in a healthy manner. I've been able to take what I've learned from this course and have lost 19.5 pounds since September 1 so far. I'm also certain that I've put on some muscle mass and I've lost 5% body fat. Coming to class 2 times a week has definitely helped to keep me focused on my eating habits for sure and hopefully they've changed enough by now that they will continue. Thanks again for your help throughout the semester. Jason Moore (UBC Human Kinetics Student)
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I have truly appreciated all of your help this semester. It has been commented that you have gone above and beyond what was expected… We are VERY impressed with the level of feedback we get, we also appreciate all the help you give on the discussion boards. Arlaan (SFU Kinesiology Student)
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Thank you for the excellent semester. You have been a huge help whenever I needed it. Enjoy your vacation! Best, Mark (SFU Kinesiology Student) ___