About...

Ami Sarasvati

Professional Training and Certifications
Nutrition:

• Sports Nutrition (IFPA)
• Health Educator for Blue Cross & Blue Shield
• Way To Health Program (Macrobiotics) at the Kushi Institute in Becket, MA
• Health & Wellness Director at 3 YMCAs
• Health & Wellness Director at Elements for Women in Exeter, NH
• Blood Type Nutritional Counselor
• Sales Coordinator for JuicePlus+ Whole Food Concentrates
• Author of Menu Makeover™

Fitness & Holistic Healing:
Yoga (many levels of certifications), Personal Trainer, Group Exercise Instructor, Prenatal Certified, Instructor Trainer for Group Exercise and Strength Training, Spinning. Created trademarked jump rope exercise video “AeROPEics.” Competed in All Natural bodybuilding event and placed 3rd in 2000 (ANBA). Reiki I & II (Reiki Healing Connection), Aromatherapy (Wisdom of the Earth), and Herbalism (Apollo Herbs).

Education:
St. Paul's Preparatory School
Simmons College
Boston University (BS Journalism)
San Jose State University (Instructional Technology)

Her biggest health accomplishment? After two children, she lost 65 pounds of body fat and has KEPT it off. See the article about Ami and Menu Makeover in Woman's World Magazine (April 2008 edition.)

Philosophy:
When it comes to our health, many people know WHAT they are “supposed” to do, but can’t quite execute it in their lives. We all need help, education, and support. That’s what I’m here for. When I consult with people about making changes to their menu and lifestyle, what I’m really interested in is what they can and are ready to do once, once again, then again, and sustain it. I listen for what is said between the lines. Is it self-esteem, time management, social worries, family dynamics or something else that is driving a behavior? Once we shed a little light on it (education and practical tools), our chances of success skyrocket! When we are successful with a small step, but one that we are willing to do once, then again, and again, that’s real progress over the long haul. Each “small” change sustained over our lifetime supports our vitality which adds up to enormous long-term success. Discovering solutions that work in YOUR life and improve your health is both empowering and exciting!

Here are some testimonials from former students:

• Cheryl McDonough, Co-Principal Great Bay Charter School, Exeter, NH
  “I will say that Menu Makeover is the most positive thing that have done for myself EVER!”
  
  
• Cheryl Boucher, Exeter High School
  “Menu Makeover? In one word: EMPOWERING! Changed my life and my family’s life in so many great ways. Thank you!”
  
  
• Starr Hume, Elements For Women
  “I learned a lot from Menu Makeover and I’m so glad I did it! I lost 12 pounds and I haven’t gained any back. It’s amazing! Thanks for all your help and support.”
  
  
• Kellie Farrar, Lifestyle Coach, Coaching Plus, LLC
  “Menu Makeover is the program that I have spent 38 years of my life looking for. It has allowed me the opportunity to join others on the path toward healthy living, given me the strength to know that I can do it and the passion to see myself through to the end of my
  lifestyle transformation process and maybe along the way, help others to do the same."
  
  
• Sue Daigle, Elements For Women
  “Menu Makeover? Incredibly informative and empowering. The best “food and /or weight loss class that I have ever taken (and I’ve done them all!) It is a healthy and sensible approach to nourishing
  you and your family. Thank you, Ami!”