Praise

“It has been 6 months since I completed the 3 month R.O.O.T.E.D. Transformation Program and I am still grateful everyday that I found Katie’s website. It may be strange how the universe works sometimes, but the day I discovered Katie’s website I know, without a doubt, that it was the meant to be. I was dragging. I was living with daily headaches and stomach pains. I was tired ALL the time. I was not happy and I certainly was not listening to my body. Katie gave me the jumpstart I needed to finally take control of my life.

With Katie’s help, I discovered my sensitivity to gluten and found my energy again! I may have lost 20lbs and 2 jean sizes but to me the most important thing was getting my glow back! Just yesterday, someone (who I had not seen since July) asked what was different about me, why was I glowing so much? I looked at my fiancee, smiled, and thought: Katie! Katie has truly transformed my life. Sure I have those days were I eat more bread and chocolate than I thought humanly possible. But I now have the tools and knowledge to get myself back on track. I know how to listen to my body; I know what foods my body likes and which foods I need to avoid/limit.

To say the last six months have been busy, would be an understatement. In the last month alone, I have gotten engaged and begun the process of moving across the country to Austin, TX. All while finishing up my first year teaching, completing two 5Ks and training for my first 10K. All this from an avid non-runner just 9 months ago. Sure, I have had my good days and bad days, just like anyone. Days I need to drag my butt to the gym or the running trail. But through it all I just keep remembering my bi-weekly phone calls with Katie, her inspirational words, and her enthusiasm and support for me along the way. As my fiancée and I begin our new life together, I every confidence that I will continue to carry the knowledge and tools Katie shared with me throughout my life.

Thank you, Katie! Thank you for shaking my world upside down and giving me the tools to build it back up in a healthier, more meaningful way. You truly change lives.”

- Caitlin Boyce, Teacher
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“It’s hard to articulate all of the changes that have come about in the first 2 months of my 6 month program with Katie; my mind is clearer, my attitude is jubilant, and my clothes are loose! My swollen hands, tight chest, and fungus ridden toe nails are all gone! My auto-immune disease symptoms are decreasing at a rate that makes me think it’s miraculous what a healthy lifestyle can do for the body and soul!!

Katie never made any foods off-limits, she eased me into changing my lifestyle – it is painless and delicious! After one week I noticed that I was looking forward to my green smoothie instead of coffee when I woke up. After two weeks I was becoming engrossed in shopping in new health food stores, once I even sent her a text message picture of all the “green” things in my shopping cart! Katie’s guidance has also led me into letting go of guilt over ‘taking care of myself’ – Her gentle prodding is making me look and feel younger, act wiser, and look forward to turning 60 this year with new hope for the future!” – Connie, Iowa City, IA
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“In a world that needs so much nutritional guidance and advice Katie Den Ouden is a breath of fresh air. She is teaching healthy living one person at a time. Katie has the incredible ability to teach such an important lesson while overflowing with passion about her subject. I could tell that she truly believed in a highly raw diet and that it had made a huge difference in her life and she believes it can make a difference in everyone’s lives if they just give it a try. Giving it a try becomes absolutely simple when her food and techniques come into play. Who knew a vegan and raw version of a ground beef taco would be incredible!? I made the recipe for my omnivore family and they loved it! I sincerely appreciate the work Katie does and I look forward to continuing to utilize her talents in the future!”

Brittany Dale, Denver, CO

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Dig in to Katie’s Whole Foods cooking classes! Katie is a great host and instructor. She explains each step of a recipe by telling you what cookware and ingredients you may need and if you don’t have it, where you can get it and how much it could cost you (i.e. a dehydrator) and easy substitutions you don’t have some of the ingredients. All these are important tips for busy cooks who want to eat healthy on a budget. Many of her classes have themes-raw Mexican night, raw desserts–so you learn a variety of foods to prepare that are so delicious you don’t realize how healthy they are! While these classes are typically free, I have paid for some of Katie’s other classes she provides outside of the grocer. So far, I think my favorite recipe is the Nacho Cheeze Kale Chips-so easy, nutritious and your taste buds think you’re eating Doritos!

Leslie, Denver, CO

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The past 3 months has been an amazing journey with Katie!! She has helped me look at not only my nutritional choices to improve my health but also my lifestyle as well. I learned so much about foods that I did not even know existed (quinoa, brown rice, almond milk…who knew?)…and I love them!! My new favorite…banana & almond butter smoothie! She helped me squeezed these new foods into my daily routine so easily!

I have gotten into a consistent workout routine that I actually enjoy & look forward to! Katie & I had such fun & entertaining conversations…she’s so easy to talk to & so helpful with information that I wanted & needed. I even sent her an email as our 3-month program ended saying how sad I was going to be when we finished.

Thanks Katie for doing what you do so well!!!

- Britani, Maine
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I cannot recommend Katie’s cooking classes enough. She is a shining star with such a wonderful attitude that even her smile will brighten your day. Her energizing classes are full of great health information, tips and enthusiasm to start or continue your healthy journey – then you taste her food! WOWZA – watch out, the lines for seconds get pretty crazy (I suggest you bring a helmet and some football pads). I admit to licking the plate once – I don’t think anyone noticed… but I didn’t care if they did – it was that good!

This last year I have been fortunate enough to attend several of Katie’s classes and she has been a big support and reason why I have decided to change careers to holistic nutrition! Her yummy raw food recipes helped me with the transition to a no processed diet and her amazing raw desserts have wiped away all sugar cravings. I usually make a batch of one of her desserts each week for treats…. Ok, yes maybe 2 sometimes… don’t judge (you will be addicted to – but in a good healthy way)! With her gracious permission – I even won a baking contest with her raw cookie dough recipe!

Her bright personality is infectious and you need to sign up for her classes way in advance just to get a seat… people literally line up out the door! Most likely, you will see me in next class – just promise to look away if I am licking the plate.

Coleen Walsh, Denver, CO

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“I can not believe I made it through the cleanse. Thank you, thank you, thank you for guiding me, listening to me on the bad days and believing in me! It was better than I ever could have imagined. Finally, I feel like I know my body, something that has evaded me for years.” – V.B.

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“One week later I am still feeling great. I am still not having the afternoon slumps that I used to have so bad and I feel like my ‘dependency’ on caffeine and sugar are still totally GONE. I have indulged in sweets and just a few caffeinated (or my new favorite: half caff) beverages in the past week. But I have found that my wanting to have a bit of either of these has less of a “give-me-coffee-right-now-or-I’ll-shoot” feel to it and more of “oh-coffee-might-be-nice” feel.

I will admit I had one incident last week where I was tired and stressed and a little over-emotional and I went straight for the Twizzlers. I am an emotional eater. It’s the truth. But I realized as I was fisting those Twizzlers that the simple truth was that they weren’t going to make me feel better, in fact, likely only worse. And in the moment I was proud of myself for properly distinguishing the truth. That’s not to say that I haven’t enjoyed Twizzlers recently in a healthy way, I have.

Another strange phenomenon that my husband and I both experienced during the cleanse was a lack of appetite. Or a lower appetite than usual. (a lot of people assumed we would feel starving through the whole process, including myself and that just wasn’t the case). For me I no longer have extreme lows in blood-sugar (if you know what those are like you likely know the feeding frenzy that occurs during them) and that has helped me to continue to eat healthy. But still overall, we have both noticed a large drop in our actual appetite. We have had two large social events since the cleanse has been over where there was an OVER-abundance of food and where we could have left feeling yucky and overstuffed but we didn’t. And that is an AMAZING feeling.

I don’t count my pounds too closely, but I would bet that I lost about 2 to 3 pounds during the cleanse. Just enough to make a little bit snug pair of pants fit perfectly. My husband reported losing 4 pounds. And while the cleanse’s sole purpose isn’t weight loss, it is a nice side effect.

Also, my skin has been SUPER clear… this past winter and spring I had a lot of problems with it breaking out. I have taken some other steps to remedy the situation – but since the cleanse I haven’t even had one small breakout.

I highly recommend this entire experience… Thank you Katie!”

- Jill
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“This cleanse has been amaz-ing! I loved how I was encouraged to cook healthier meals for myself – and my kids. I absolutely LOVED Katie’s recipes and am going to keep using them. My favourite was a soup – perfect for the Fall. I loved how the cleanse made me stop and think before putting something in my mouth – too often I grab the boys leftover muffins/granola bars etc and shovel them quickly in my mouth but this week I had to consider a) can i eat this and b) should i eat this?

To sum up, five reasons why I loved this cleanse:
1. I was introduced to new methods of eating and looking after myself inside and out
2. I learnt about new ingredients and the benefits of certain foods
3. My body feels cleaner and healthier than it has in a long time
4. I enjoyed Katie’s recipes and making delicious meals for my boys and I
5. I loved the challenge of doing something I thought I couldn’t do – and succeeding!

I highly recommend doing this for yourself.”

- Anna
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“I witnessed you in action at my second raw food class at Whole Foods last year and simply want to relay how delicious the Mexican food was. Thanks for sharing all your knowledge! Your classes at Whole Foods are packed for a reason, though even the delicious food aside, you are engaging, realistic, and fun to watch. I brought two friends with me to this past class, who are now fans as well, one interested in your services.

Having tried the raw tacos on my carnivorous boyfriend, he was impressed with the flavor and texture, and said he would be happy to eat them again.

Though some recipes require unique ingredients, you do a wonderful job of explaining substitutions, and I have tweaked many recipes based on ingredients I already have in my kitchen, still with great results. Your food is healthy and perhaps most importantly, delicious to eat. I feel a difference in my body and energy when I regularly eat raw meals.

I appreciate the educational aspect of the classes as well, from the impact of sugar to the importance of fat and protein in breakfast to the nutritional benefits of greens and honey. This is the type of information many people never learn, and it makes me think twice about the food choices I make every day. Better yet, it has changed the food choices I make every day.”

- Angela Pieri, Denver, CO

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“It has been so interesting to notice the affect different foods have. Before I wouldn’t have been able to identify which foods made me feel what, but I feel like I can now. After three days of feeling pretty junky, on day 4 I finally started feeling good. Really good! Great energy, a positive attitude, and (like you said) mental clarity! Had you asked me beforehand, I would’ve said there was nothing wrong with my mental clarity. Now I get it. I’m more focused, more motivated and more on top of things around the house.

I used to get completely overwhelmed by even small tasks, I haven’t felt that way this week. I also struggle with anxiety, and I realized today that I haven’t felt anxious in at least a few days. (If not all week!) I can’t tell you what an unexpected blessing that is. It wasn’t like I was having panic attacks before, but I would experience some heightened level of anxiety at least once every day. All that to say, I feel great.

I definitely plan to continue eating as clean as possible. I love how I feel and I really don’t want to go back to my old way of eating. I’ve loved having lots of fruits and vegetables in the house for the girls & I to snack on. And I’ve actually really enjoyed the time spent in the kitchen. Somehow, the extra cooking hasn’t overwhelmed me, it’s made me feel better!”

- Bethany

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“The 4-week cleanse has been a great way to eat enjoyably and feel refreshed. I no longer stress eat (even with a tornado coming through our neighborhood!), I feel better, sleep better, wake up refreshed, am more productive at night and need less sleep! I have tried to lose weight for the last 5 years (consistently carrying 10-20 pounds more than I feel is healthy) and no matter what I did I couldn’t get the scale to budge. This cleanse was much easier than I thought AND I lost 16 pounds!!! But, it gets even better…

• BMI went from 35 to 26
• Cholesterol went from about 200 to 144 (LDL over 100, now 91)
• Blood Pressure went from 120/85 to 102/60

AND all of this just in time for my yearly physical for my health insurance evaluation!

I said to someone the other day that what I like BEST is that for the first time in many years I am controlling my diet, my diet (habits) aren’t controlling me!!! So “yes” I feel more in control. I no longer have the unhealthy feeling I had almost all the time. I am not bloated or lethargic or gassy. I feel more energized as well. As of this morning I am 12 pounds lighter than I was three and a half weeks ago! My skin may look a little healthier but that could also be that we finally have some regular sun shining in Michigan. Those are the biggest benefits I’ve realized besides loving almost all the recipes.

All the books I’ve read and new habits I tried previously were all in an effort to feel the way I do now. The difference this time was having a coach, a set schedule of meals, and a partner while going through it.”
- Kathleen
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“The 4-week cleanse was exactly what I needed to get back on track with my health goals and feel better than ever. I feel so much better it’s hard to explain it. I previously have dealt with low energy levels, colitis, hypo-thryoid issues, hormonal imbalances, depression, yeast infections, caffeine cravings, and super busy lifestyle. I used to have terrible digestion issues and I haven’t even taken an OTC pill for a month! I used to be chained to these pills for years.

I have so much energy since the cleanse. I used to always want to sit down and rest and now I have the energy to play with my kids, work as a full-time attorney, clean the whole house, and still never want to sit down. It’s amazing!

Funny enough, ½ way through the cleanse I accidentally forgot to take my depression medication and I didn’t even notice. In fact, I felt 20 times better than when I was on it. My mental clarity is back and I feel more emotionally grounded. And to top it all off, 3 people commented on how good my skin looks AND I lost 18 pounds.

This 4-week cleanse was one of the smartest things I’ve done for myself in a long time. Thank you!”

- Stacey, MI
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“I really can’t thank you enough for supporting and inspiring me to change my life and eating habits this week.

I have lost 7.5 pounds, since Sunday!! Pounds I have been unsuccessfully trying to get rid of for almost a year and a half. My clothes are fitting better…heck I even had to return some recent purchases for a smaller size. Man did that feel good, really good! But even better than losing that weight, I feel amazing! I have energy! I am happier! I enjoy cooking again!!!

I recently discovered that sulfites (which I am very allergic too) were in most of my shampoos, lotions, and face washes. For years, I was having skin reactions and itching and not understanding why. I quickly changed out all of my products. I was probably on page 2 of the cleanse handbook when I realized that I had fixed what I was putting ON my body but not what I put IN my body. Thank you for making me realize what I needed to do to jump start my life and become a better version of me.

I am now committed to eating more purposefully. To choosing better options when I eat out and to listening to my body and to eating yummy food!!! Thank you. Thank you. Thank you.” - Caitlin Boyce

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“I’m not sure how to describe it, but I just feel great! Bloating decreased, I have more energy, and I lost about 12lbs. I haven’t been under 130 since college! I did not come into the cleanse looking to lose weight, but I sure am! My waist feels smaller and my clothes/rings feel bigger. The only problem is that some of my cute clothes I had just bought don’t fit now! During the cleanse, I always felt satisfied and good about my meals – I was definitely NOT starving!.

I feel like I have the tools and habits to keep me successful. I have been able to incorporate the practices I learned during the cleanse while traveling to hotels and staying with family and friends. I have made several of the Rooted Wellbeing cleanse recipes for get-togethers and even for a business dinner for my mother-in-law’s work.

To top it off, I recently had a doctor’s check-up and my blood pressure went down to 100/60 – my doctor and nurse were so impressed they looked up Rooted Wellbeing during their lunch break!”
- Lissa Layman, Columbia, SC
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“I did a shortened (2 week) cleanse with Katie shortly before a vacation in order to reduce bloating, improve digestion and gain more ideas on menu planning for meals that include healthy ‘superfoods’. Within a few days I noticed reduced bloating and improved digestion and by the end of the cleanse I had lost about 5 lbs. Katie’s creative meal ideas and enthusiastic feedback were extremely helpful when trying to introduce new foods into my diet. Two months later, I have integrated many of Katie’s principals into my daily eating habits and this, combined with my normal exercise routine, has continued to have positive effects. Bloating has stayed away and I have more energy now than I did before. If you’re willing to put in the time and effort, I have no doubt that with Katie’s program and guidance you will see great results.” - Danielle Revers, Scotland

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“Empowering. Through knowledge, personalized meal programs and genuine care, the Rooted Wellbeing program has empowered me to truly know my body. After completing a month-long cleanse, I not only heard about the benefits of eating a healthier, whole food diet, I saw it! I feel lighter (down two jean sizes!) and in control of my eating habits. Gone are the days of the munchies, venti coffees and bloating. I can’t wait to see what’s next on my six-month journey to Rooted Wellbeing. Thanks Katie!” – Vicki Blanton, Boston, MA
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“I truly feel like it’s a miracle. It is and was SO easy. Grocery shopping is now easy (well after the first time at least) and making good choices comes naturally now. I am post-menopausal and the 4-week cleanse helped so many of those typical symptoms that come with it – like fatigue and poor sleep. I am sleeping better, I have more energy and no longer need an afternoon nap! It used to be I’d get the shakes if I didn’t eat right away, but now I’m steady and confident. AND to top it all off, I lost 13 pounds at the end of the cleanse and feel completely empowered to continue on my journey to optimal health. Thank you!!!

Update: I have consistently lost weight each week since the cleanse ended April 2011! I love it!” – Sue, Des Moines, IA
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“Thank you
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THANK YOU

I can honestly say that I feel great and I am soooo thankful for you and your advice! I feel like I finally have opened my eyes all the way and am clear-headed, focused and calm. My digestion has improved leaps and bounds AND I zipped up my skinny jeans today I am a total gym rat BUT thanks to this cleanse I have finally realized that the gym doesn’t just have to be a place where I fight calories.

ALSO I have had little to no cramps (days before starting my period), which is AMAZING for me. I always have a bottle of midol on hand for this week of the month but this time I haven’t had any discomfort worth mentioning (I was actually freaked out about this at first lol). Overall a great experience and I am so so so glad my friend mentioned this cleanse to me! I feel great and confident and I can’t wait to start implementing the new recipes and what I have learned into my life Thank you, Katie!!!” – Monica
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“Katie! A couple weeks ago, I went in for my annual check up and guess what??? I’ve lost 33 lbs and my blood pressure has dropped! So much so that my doctor told me to cut my medication in half! Do you believe it…I bought a wrist monitor and take readings 3 times a day to see when I will be off of my medication completely!

Even my doctor finally asked…’What are you doing…you are doing really great 33 pounds off. Energy…your numbers are great…What are you doing???’

That is a doctor asking this…the same doc that at one time talked about being healthy and offering medications…seriously…this is not a lifestyle…this is LIFE TO THE FULLEST!

Thank you!!!”

- Phil, Grundy Center, IA
- Success Story by default – Spouse of a client in the 6-month R.O.O.T.E.D. Transformation Program
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“I’m feeling really great!

My digestion has been great! It’s actually an area that I really struggle with and have had many, many problems- but I’ve been feeling really good this week. I’ve been having about 2 bowel movements a day; which before, I was lucky if I had 2 a week!! I have felt very more ‘awake’ during the day and have been sleeping like a champ! I found some things that I will definitely continue to implement into my lifestyle and I also found some things that I probably won’t try again. My mood and my clarity have been good and I feel a little extra glow to my skin (and hair)!

Overall- I’m really glad I was the lucky winner! This is just what I needed to jump start me into summer! You’ve put together a wonderful product! Thank you!” – Rachel
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“I feel good and light today, great energy and feeling of satisfaction. Also I lost 3 lb, which is good. Maybe I should go for new pair a jeans, with a better fit . I lost a couple inches at the places where it’s hard to lose. I love all the vegetables… and experiment a lot with greens. Thank you for a great experience and tasty recipes.” – Rita Bord
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“WOW! This Ultimate Cleanse works!!! Before I started, I was unhappy with my body and always tired. I’d get bloated and constipated all the time and just hated it. When Katie told me about the benefits of cleansing, I thought, why not give it a try? NOW…I have lost 15+ pounds, I have more energy, I don’t crave sweets, and I’m choosing foods that give me even more energy for the day! No more 3pm slump and no more constipation! I was so hooked by week 3 that I signed up for the 6 month program!” – M. J.
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“After just one week, my jeans felt baggier, my bowels increased, and I had more energy. All of this in such a short amount of time, I didn’t think it was possible. AND… I never felt deprived. In fact, I was eating more tasty food than I normally did. This 7-day cleanse totally gave me a new outlook on my health. The recipes and meal plans were a godsend…Katie was fantastic and supported me the whole time!” – L.S., Denver, CO
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“I feel energized after the 7 day cleanse, which was initially very hard for me as had many withdrawal symptoms. I did not think I was addicted to tea, having only 2 cups a day! Having given up tea I find myself sleeping a lot better and have more energy. I would highly recommend the cleanse as a chance to examine what you are really eating and drinking.” – Sujata
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