Nutrition Coaching Program

I would highly recommend Grace’s program to anyone who wants to be healthier and fitter while maximizing the resources and options available to them. When I was looking for a nutrition coach and accountability partner, I had systems in place that were hard to forego or ignore. The rigid or stricter programs were less appealing to me because I had resources I didn't want to change, such as our office cafeteria perks during weekdays, the Pilates schedule I've come to love, and our household's minimal home-cooking approach—a lifestyle we've embraced because we are a busy family of two with limited flexibility. For anyone who cannot make drastic changes and wants someone who can work around their lifestyle and resources, Grace could be your person!

Sabi nga ng gastro doctor ko, kaya naman palang pababain ang mga bad cholesterol chenes results ko without taking statins. So she encouraged me to continue whatever it is I’m doing daw para pagpahingahin daw namin si liver ko sa kakainom ng maintenance meds. To me, this encouragement is huge and it’s a big validation that I’m on the right track pala. New mantra na siya: “Kaya ko naman pala.” Also, seeing my weight being a consistent 170 the past two weeks is also a small win that feels humongous. I’ve always been a below 140lbs gal so imagine my surprise over the years when 150 snuck up on me, then 160, then 170, then ang tumataginting na 180. Dito na ako nag-panic internally. So any small shedding is huge for me. And I plan to shed more talaga.

I had tried various diet programs in the past, but what set the KainPo Nutrition program apart was its ability to help me develop the right mindset towards my journey of dieting. Initially, I viewed dieting as a daunting task, but Ma'am Grace's program transformed it into an enjoyable and fulfilling experience for me. Throughout the coaching sessions, a consistent message emerged: it was important not to be too hard on myself if I didn't see rapid weight loss. Instead, the focus was on developing awareness of what I eat and maintaining discipline in my exercise routine beyond the duration of the diet program. As a result, I found the KainPo Nutrition Program to be ideal for individuals seeking a strong foundation at the beginning of their dieting journey. I also loved na may structure yung program, but at the same time, hindi rin siya rigid. I can choose what kind of goals will I try to achieve in a month, and the suggested meal plan was based on what I commonly eat. Hindi na namin kailangang pumunta sa high-end supermarkets para lang maghanap ng ingredient for a recipe kasi yung mga food na nakasulat doon ay affordable. Aside that I was able to lose some of my weight, the most fulfilling result of the program was that I feel that whatever I learned from the program is now seamlessly integrated into my daily routine. For instance, I never forget not to do exercises anymore even for just 30 minutes since I started Ma’am Grace’s workout plan. In addition, I observed that I can last longer in doing workouts compared to when I first started my proper exercise routine. I can also now create and follow my meal plan even though I am busy at school.

I am a repeat customer. I tried different RNDs after Grace, but I went back to her because I know she can deliver peer-reviewed and reputable information and advices to me in a confident manner. While Grace did not market herself as RND with specialization in PCOS, I still trusted her expertise and preparation in accommodating my symptoms and new diagnosis, without relying on any trendy diets or elimination of food groups just to “cure” PCOS. Furthermore, when most people are fixated on the numbers on the scale, Grace offered me a different perspective on measuring my progress, of which I appreciate. The KainPo Nutrition has helped me cement good, healthy and sustainable lifestyle changes that would mitigate my symptoms, as well as just improve my overall health marks. I am glad that I am more knowledgeable in this area of my life in my 20s, as it establishes a good foundation for my health and nutrition going forward.

The best thing about the program was Grace herself. Her style of guiding wasn't forceful. She would listen to my goals without completely taking out things I couldn't get rid off entirely. If I say there was something I couldn't give up, she would just give me a healthier alternative. This helped me reduce my cravings of negative food intake without depriving me - until eventually I weened off the chocolate on my own, but through her guidance and in a slow, patient, healthy transition. In addition to that, she listened. I felt because of her listening, her program wasn't a copy and paste of general nutrition but a guide that targeted me as an individual and not a general populace. She's friendly, patient, listens and honest. If she feels I can't commit to the program, she will let me know. Other coaches continue the program because they continue being paid even if the student doesn't follow or there's no improvement. But with Grace (and I'm basing this on my time with her) she can drop me if I'm not following. I feel that it's not money she's after but it's genuinely helping the person because after all, that's what I asked her to do - to help me. I know this because it almost happened so I behaved again hahahahaha.

With the help nung meal plan plus ung coaching session, mas nagka-idea ako sa balanced diet. Since customized yung meal plan, with my preferences as inputs, madali na sya i-follow sa umpisa. And during coaching sessions, I got to ask food brands and amount of servings, especially, how to tweak ung meal plan na pasok pa rin sa goal ko.