Brian Parana Health and Nutrition Specialist

Brian was great to work with. He guided me to learn the difference between fats, carbs and protein. How to work the numbers to make good choices for all meals.
As a Type 2 Diabetic, I was able to lower my blood sugars in about 10 days and I’m now in good range every morning.
I’ve increased my daily steps and plan to continue increasing as time goes on.
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Brian helped me get out of stubborn habits and gain insight into nutrition in general. I was one who got caught up in the "next new trend" of dieting. ..and inevitably failing. Brian taught me to look at nutrition simply for what it is. Once that clicked, along with his very practical tips and tricks customized to my lifestyle, good things started happening.

I'm a very busy Father of 3, and Brian helped me find ways that prioritize my health to fit with my lifestyle. He made it easy for me. No doubt in my mind he could make it easy for you too. More...

Working with Brian is one of the best choices I’ve ever made!

There are two worlds that I spend most of my time working in as a professional writer: video games, and off-road desert racing. In off-road, without a solid, reliable co-driver, you stand a good chance of losing your way. In gaming, attention to detail from your quality assurance team is crucial, so that one mistake doesn’t break countless other parts of an otherwise good program.

As my coach and nutrition specialist, Brian has served as both my co-driver and QA specialist, and I couldn’t have asked for a better one. Making the decision to put my health first was important, but nonetheless overwhelming as I realized that I had no sense of direction. Brian guided me through that overwhelm with tools that made things easy to understand, such as sample meals to help me start the journey, tips on what to look for on nutrition labels to add the right fuel to my new diet, and regular check-ins over text that kept me pointed towards the checkered flag.

As the journey continued, I was surprised to learn just how much easier it was to stay on course than I thought. Getting the most out of Brian’s program requires you to apply yourself to learn early and be consistent as you continue, but the week-over-week low scores (on the scale) make that effort well worth it—and as time goes on, it feels like you’re playing on easy mode.

After our 12-week program, I’ve lost more than 15 pounds, my lowest weight since college. I’m even still making progress after that, and I’ll be continuing to work with Brian in the future. More...

I have digestive issues and I didn’t know what to eat. Brian showed me a path forward with lots of tools and questions to empower me to have much better gut health. He motivated me to have healthier habits that are sustainable. I give Brian a 10/10 review! More...

Brian is a great nutritionist, very knowledgeable friendly and holds you accountable to your goals as well as teaching you more things that help you out with nutrition and lifestyle change highly recommend him.

I started working with Brian to lose weight and get my blood sugar into normal ranges. After my initial 5 weeks I have lost 12 pounds and am having much better blood sugar levels. His knowledge of carbs and how they affect blood sugar has been a tremendous benefit. He doesn’t ask a client to do exercise and activities that are too strenuous for a person based on their current fitness. I am learning how much too eat as well as what to eat. He is very responsive and will engage with your spouse to achieve support in achieving goals and keeping you honest. He is a person you can have honest and serious discussions about regarding your diet and decisions. Definitely a recommend from me based on his responsiveness and his input regarding how you can add interesting food choices to keep things from becoming boring. More...

I have had the pleasure of working with Brian over the last eight weeks and he has helped me to think about food, exercise and overall mindset differently. I have created positive habits with both food and exercise, I have understood the meaning behind the amount of proteins, carbs, fats and why we need more of one over the other. I have learned to balance myself and not be too anxious to get results, as I realize its a marathon not a sprint.
This experience has set me up for many months, years to come. Brian is easy to work with and is always available to answer questions. He offers tools, printouts and a website to reference when needed. He understands daily challenges that happen in life and works with you on those. I highly recommend Brian to help you with your journey More...

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Hey Camille, Thank you for your wonderful review! The past eight weeks have been great getting it dialed in. I'm thrilled to hear about the positive changes you've made in your approach to food, exercise, and mindset. I'm glad our discussions about nutrition helped you understand the importance of balance and patience. Your commitment to creating positive habits will serve you well in the future. I appreciate your kind words about my support and resources. I'm always here to help you along the way. Wishing you continued success on your wellness journey, Camille! Keep The Progress! Brian

working with Brian was a great experience. He was knowledgeable, he had tsk away materials to review and use as a guide, and friendly. He understands the needs of his clients and works within their peramiters . He holds you accountable but doesn’t make you feel badly if you don’t reach a goal. He checks in every day to see who things are going and makes sure you’re tracking your progress
I would highly recommend Brian to anyone who is struggling to start their journey

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Hi Camille, Thank you for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure working with you. I'm glad you found our work together helpful and supportive. Your praise for my knowledge, provided materials, and friendly approach means a lot. I always aim to understand my clients' needs and work within their parameters, while providing accountability without pressure. I'm delighted you appreciated the daily check-ins and progress tracking. Thank you for recommending me to others starting their journey. If you need any further assistance, feel free to reach out. Wishing you continued success! Yours In Health! Brian

Brian is a phenomenal person to work with. Vey professional, always ready to ask and answer questions to make progress, and easy easy to work with. I was looking out for resource to lose weight before my wedding happening next year, and he has helped me a lot on how to lose weight in healthy and sustainable way. He is very responsive, so if you have any questions, literally any questions, he would answer within half an hour. Thank you so much for all the support and resources! More...

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Hey Sung! Wow, your review made my day brighter. Thanks a ton for your kind words; I'm really happy about it! First off, massive congrats on the upcoming wedding! I'm honored to be a part of your journey to look and feel your absolute best on the big day. It's like we're on a mission, and the goal is to rock that wedding attire like a celebrity on the red carpet. I appreciate your shoutout about professionalism. I try to keep it together like a well-tailored suit, but behind the scenes, I might be sipping on coffee and doing some pushups because helping awesome people like you is my favorite part of the job. I'm excited our sessions are making progress feel like a breeze. It's like having a conversation with a fitness buddy, but with less sweating (for you, at least). And let's not forget your wedding weight loss goals – we're going to make those pounds say "I do" to leaving your body. Being called easy to work with is music to my ears. I'm here to make your weight loss journey as smooth as a wedding cake – minus the calories. Your dedication is already shining through, and it's making the process a joy. I'm glad my responsiveness is hitting the mark – prompt and satisfying. Seriously, any question, anytime – consider me your on-call health detective. Thanks a bunch for acknowledging the support and resources. Your success is the ultimate reward, and I can't wait to see you slay at your wedding. If there's anything else you need, whether it's fitness tips, I'm here for you. Wishing you all the happiness and health on your journey to the big day! Cheers, Coach Brian

As a professional ballet dancer, I needed a nutritionist who understood my schedule and the physical demands of my job while reaching and maintaining a healthy weight. I am so impressed with the goals I’ve been able to reach with Brian as my coach! From working on the right mindset to having a game plan specific to my needs, he’s helped me learn so much and I am super lucky to have him in my corner. You need to work with him! More...

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Hey Christina! Firstly, let me just say, being in the corner of a professional ballet dancer feels like having a backstage pass to the coolest show in town – and I'm not just talking about Nutcracker season! Your review has me doing a happy dance (metaphorically, of course). It's fantastic to know that my coaching has been a good fit for your unique needs as a professional dancer. Balancing the demands of pirouettes and pliés while maintaining a healthy weight is no easy feat, and I'm excited to have been a part of your journey. Working on the right mindset is like choreographing a tough dance part in the ballet, and I'm glad we've been able to hit all the right steps together. Creating a game plan tailored to your schedule and physical demands is my bread and butter – or should I say, my barre and battement? I feel thrilled to be part of your success story, and I appreciate your kind words. Luck has nothing to do with it; it's all about the teamwork and dedication we've put into reaching those goals. You're the prima ballerina, and I'm just here to make sure your nutrition is en pointe. If anyone out there is reading this and thinking about working with me, well, take it from the ballet pro – apparently, I'm the nutritionist you need in your life! I'm ready to help others pirouette into a healthier lifestyle. Thank you for the glowing recommendation. If there's ever a nutrition encore you'd like to add to your routine, just say the word! To more leaps, bounds, and nutritious pliés, Coach Brian

As a type one diabetic, I had been struggling with getting my blood sugar levels stable for the past few years. Brian helped me tremendously with reintroducing balanced eating habits and after a week, my levels became the most stable they have been in a long time. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for accountability and to gain mental discipline when it comes to nutrition and healthy habits. He’s the best out there with lots of experience! More...

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Hi Molly! Firstly, I want to express my gratitude for sharing your health journey with me. Your words hit me just right and thrilled I've played a part in helping you achieve stable blood sugar levels. Navigating the realm of type one diabetes is like solving a complex puzzle, and I'm thrilled to have been able to contribute to your success. Balancing eating habits is no small feat, and I'm delighted to hear that after just a week, you experienced such a positive change. It's moments like these that make my job the most rewarding. Your mention of accountability and mental discipline warms my heart. It's not just about the food on your plate but also about the mindset that surrounds it. I'm here to be your nutrition ally and support system, helping you build habits that not only benefit your physical health but also cultivate mental resilience. Being dubbed "the best out there with lots of experience" is quite the honor. If my years in the field have contributed to making a difference in your life, then I'm on cloud nine. It's not just a job for me; it's a passion, and your success is a testament to the dedication I pour into my work. Thank you for recommending me to others. Your endorsement means more than any certificate hanging on my wall. If there's ever anything specific you'd like to focus on or discuss in our future sessions, whether it's related to your health or just swapping favorite low-sugar recipes, I'm here for it. Wishing you continued stability and success in your health journey. Stay Healthy! Coach Brian

I started working with Brian after struggling with unhealthy eating habits that I had developed over the years. I always felt that it was tough to control my appetite, and when I did feel hungry I tended to gravitate to the most convenient things I could find (which was generally junk food).

Brian worked with me to develop strategies to overcome these problems such as

- Understanding how I can consume fewer calories while still being more satiated than if I junk food which is high calorie and never makes me feel full

- Monitoring what I consume on a meal by meal basis to help me understand how my body responds to eating X amount of calories, or different macro nutrient ratios

- Preparing meals in advanced (or having very quick and easy recipes) so that I always have a quick and healthy option at hand

- Understanding portion control

and a lot more.

Brian always took care not to give me too much information at once, and slowly spread the information out over the course of weeks and months so that I never felt overwhelmed. By the end of my time with Brian, it didn't feel like I was on a "diet" or doing anything special or difficult because of how gradually we implemented our strategies, but when I compare my habits now versus before I worked with Brian they are very improved.

Brian was also communicative and responsive to questions/feedback. It was also always fun to talk with him during our calls, where he was very encouraging and supportive, and always tried to calibrate our plan to align with my health/fitness goals.

Before working with Brian in May, I weighed 185 at 5'11". By working with him, I got down to a very lean 170 lbs, and then slowly worked my way back up to a lean 178-180 lbs by incorporate weight lifting (before working with Brian I was only running and rock climbing). My indoor bouldering grades also greatly improved (my best grade in back in May was a V4, and now I can climb most V5's and some V6's). Overall, after working with Brian, I became much leaner and gained a significant amount of muscle which helped me look and feel better, and also boulder much better.

All in all, I am very happy with my time working with Brian, and highly recommend him to anyone looking to improve their health in a sustainable and effective way. More...

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Hey Sam, I wanted to reach out and express my genuine appreciation for having the opportunity to work with you on your health and fitness journey. Your determination to conquer unhealthy eating habits is truly impressive. I'm impressed by your commitment to taking control of your appetite and making better choices. It's clear that you've put in the effort to understand and implement strategies that work for you. I'm glad the approach we took resonated with you. Gradually introducing changes and focusing on sustainable habits is the key to long-term success, and your progress is a testament to that. It's been a pleasure connecting with you, not just as a coach but as someone who's here to support you every step of the way. Your dedication to your health and fitness goals is truly commendable, and your results are proof of your hard work. Thank you for allowing me to be part of your journey. Your transformation—from weight loss to gaining lean muscle and improving your bouldering grades—is inspiring. Keep pushing forward, and here's to your continued success and well-being. Crushing It! Coach Brian

When I first started working with Brian, I had hit a plateau in my weight loss journey and absolutely refused to count calories because it seemed daunting and I thought I would end each day feeling unsatisfied. The first call we had together was great and he even has his own website with a bunch of resources that can help you navigate through any questions or concerns that arise. He is always available through text message and will get back to you in a timely manner. He is flexible and really helped alleviate any fears or worries I had with starting to log my caloric intake. He explained nutrition very throughly and after our first phone call I was able to get on track and see the scale and my measurements go down. He does not approach your weight loss journey as a one size fits all, but caters it to how you feel comfortable and something that you can sustain even after you are done working with him. I highly recommend! More...

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Hey Vanessa, Your journey and transformation have been truly inspiring, and I'm thrilled to have played a part in your success. Breaking through plateaus can be tough, but your dedication to making positive changes shines through. I'm glad I could provide you with an approach that didn't involve the daunting task of counting calories, while still helping you make progress. I'm delighted that you found value in the resources on my website. Providing support beyond our calls is important to me, and I'm glad they were helpful for you. Being available for you through text messages is a priority—I want you to feel supported every step of the way. Your progress is a testament to your hard work and commitment, and I'm glad I could help you alleviate fears and worries. Tailoring our approach to your comfort level and sustainability is key. I'm thrilled that you've seen measurable results and that the changes we've made are something you can carry forward even after our time together. Thank you for your recommendation. Your journey is a shining example of the positive impact that personalized support and guidance can have. Keep up the amazing work, and here's to your ongoing success and well-being! You've Done Great! Coach Brian

Coach Brian was a great help getting me on track to my weight loss goal. Super friendly, funny, and very knowledgeable about fitness and nutrition. I highly recommend him!

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Hey Bevan, I wanted to drop a line and express my gratitude for your kind words. It's been awesome to work with you on your journey towards your weight loss goal. I'm glad you found our interactions friendly, and I'm very happy that my guidance resonated with you. Your dedication and progress are truly commendable. Thank you for your recommendation—I'm here to support you in any way you need, and I'm excited to see your journey continue to unfold. Keep up the great work, and know that I'm here whenever you need assistance or advice! Keep Dropping It, Coach Brian

Brian provided me with valuable and usable information & guidance. He was always punctual & did what he said he would do. His follow through is great ! He also listened to what I needed. More...

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Hey Marci, Thanks for your kind words. It's been awesome supporting you on your journey. I'm glad you found the information and guidance helpful. Your recognition of my punctuality and follow-through means a lot. I'm here whenever you need further assistance or advice. Best regards, Brian

Brian was a huge help! I feel and look better than I have in a long time. I didn’t expect to loose as much fat as I did in only 5 weeks, while even still maintaining the muscle I had! It’s more than worth the money spent to have your life changed in such a positive way. More...

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Hey Adam, I wanted to drop a line and say thanks for your crushing it. Your progress has been nothing short of impressive, and I'm thrilled to have been a part of your transformation. Seeing the fat loss while holding onto your muscle is a true testament to your hard work and commitment. It's been a pleasure guiding you towards feeling and looking better. Investing in your health and well-being is a choice you'll never regret. I'm stoked that our collaboration has led to such positive changes in your life. Keep crushing it, and know that I'm here whenever you need further support or guidance. Keep Burning Body Fat! Brian

My time working with Brian has been great so far (5 weeks). I have traveled a few times and still been able to stay on track thanks to Brian’s recommendations. What I liked most was he is very communicative. There are a lot of times I need an answer and he immediately writes back. My body fat is down, my weight is down, and my muscle mass is stable! Thanks Brian for doing what you do. More...

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Hello Kayla, I'm delighted to hear that you've been having a positive experience during our time together. Your progress and dedication over the past 5 weeks have been truly impressive. Staying on track while traveling is a commendable achievement, and I'm glad my recommendations have helped you maintain your goals even during those times. Communication is vital, and I'm committed to being there for you whenever you need answers or guidance. Your results speak volumes—reduced body fat, weight loss, and maintained muscle mass. It's a clear testament to your hard work and commitment to making positive changes. Thank you for your kind words. It's been a pleasure working with you, and I'm excited to continue supporting you on your journey towards a healthier you. Here's to your ongoing success and well-being! Keeping Healthy! Brian

Brian was great to work with! He got me to shift my focus on what I was eating and what aspects of food are the priorities, which has resulted in solid weight loss in just a month. I’m looking forward to continuing with Brian as I train for my first marathon. More...

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Hi Jerome! Being a super busy working professional, I knew it was incredibly important to help identify some super easy ways to get you started off on the right track. With focusing on easy calorie management alongside encouraging movement we started to see weight loss happening. We also created strategies at which you could go to food related meetings and be able to eat/enjoy those experiences without overdoing it. In the last four months, we’ve had some excellent progress and look forward to seeing the scale continue to drop even during some of your most busy work related months! looking forward to continually focusing our efforts on becoming more athletic and getting into marathon training!  🥦Yours In Health 💪 Coach Brian

Working with Brian was great. We found a great nutrition plan that worked for my individual needs. I've consistently lost weight weekly to get down to my target weight while maintaining enough energy for the long hikes I do in preparation for my A. T. through hike next year. With me burning less than 2000 calories some days and over 4000 other days it was hard to pin down a consistent diet that worked for me but he was able to give me great suggestions and really help me increase my weekly mileage. I've trained for 3 marathons, served as an active duty Marine, and until the last couple years, when I gained over 30lbs, I was always very active and in shape though not always in a sustainable healthy way. Brian has set me up with a plan I can maintain for a long time and I'm excited to continue to feel healthier and have more energy throughout both my day to day life and on the trail. More...

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Hi Mark! You have a pretty awesome and interesting goal to hike the Appalachian trail. You came in definitely under eating calories and we were able to address that pretty quickly. We basically doubled your calorie intake and started fueling your workouts to burn body fat.  There was a significant amount of education we were able to do with your level of understanding with nutrition. I definitely feel you are equipped to not only manage your body weight, but thrive on the trail!  Super excited to see how your Appalachian trail hike goes! Coach Brian

Brian was awesome. Help me with my diabetes and getting my weight down. As of today I have lost 16 lb working with Brian. He's phenomenal . If I can get here in 50 stars I would. Thank you Brian. We still have no ways to go until we start going. More...

Wow!!! Coach Brian is fantastic! I’ve struggled with weight loss my whole and I’ve tried every diet and trick in the book and on the internet but always failed. Brian gave me his word that he could help me and he didn’t lie. He walked me through every step and was extremely personable and genuine the whole time. Not only did he help me make meal plans that catered to my lifestyle and need but he taught me the science and reasoning behind nutrition. He made it simple enough that I could do it on my own. Now it’s as he says “rinse and repeat”, and it’s true. I’m down 30lbs and counting and it’s life changing. I feel like he gave me the play book to a healthy life and now I’m excited about how I’m looking and how I’m gonna look. I definitely recommend coach Brian to everyone!! Life changing! You won’t regret it! More...

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Hi Steven! Over the last 12 weeks we’ve made some incredible progress, losing up to 30 pounds through creating a simple and repeatable process that just works for you!  You are about to become a new father and you wanted to really be an example for your family for health. You took direct action on everything we talked about which made you a very coachable and easy person to work with. Our conversations were enjoyable, and very fun to check in with you every week I know you are confident in continuing progress and maintaining at the rest of your life!  🥦Yours In Health 💪 Coach Brian

Brian is a great person who truly cares about his clients. Easy to talk to and easy to learn from

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Hi Tony! It was fantastic with the time that we had together. You had all the pieces and parts to help reach your weight loss goal. We were able to rearrange them and a more manageable way for you to get lasting sustainable results in the next few weeks. I now know you are confident to achieve the weight loss goals you are looking for! 🥦Yours In Health 💪 Coach Brian

Going into this I had very little idea of what good nutrition was, and portion sizing. Now I have a really good idea and a plan on how to achieve my goals.
I work weird hours over night, and Brian helped me find simple, easy, very tasty, meals that I could do anytime. He has so much knowledge, I’ve learned a lot about reading nutrition labels. More...

I have learned a lot about nutrition from Brian. A lot of fitness coach make nutrition feels like rocket science but with him it is simple and It does feel like you working with a friend.

I have learned so much with Brian! He makes meal planning simple and easy. He is also great at communicating, which I desperately needed. I send him pictures of my meals everyday and he makes suggestions and comments about all of them. He has been so patient with me throughout this journey, helping me set weekly achievable goals. Thank you brian! More...

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Hi Chandler! You showed up not far off of your goals, and had a pretty reasonable idea on what to do and how to get to your body weight goal. But you’re still looking for some support/accountability to get a streamlined simple process to fit into the busyness of your every day. You didn’t need bells and whistle’s, just consistent action taken from science backed information 💪 I found simple simple habits we could put in the place at key times in your day that really helped body fat come off while not having to do weird wonky diet tricks. We talked about building muscle tone, and why strength training was an effective part of your weekly routine to keep you strong and capable. Simple is EASY and easy gets DONE🙌 I'm confident you will be able to maintain long-term fat loss for years to come. 🥦Yours In Health 💪 Coach Brian

Working with Brian has been so helpful! I started working with him during a long stretch of back to back traveling. I wasn’t sure if it would be too chaotic of a time to be helpful, but Brian made all the difference! I used to get stomach aches on trips from eating differently than I do at home, but I found that to not happen when I worked with Brian.
I have a history of restriction and am a pretty small person. I was nervous about working with Brian, but he made it so easy to encourage me to make food choices that helped me fuel my body properly. I feel more confident around food now. And I’m going to keep working with him because I just got engaged and planning a wedding is stressful! Brian is encouraging and helpful to create plans that allot for changes in environment or lifestyle, which has been so essential for me.
I’ve also loved how much Brian is willing to text! I’m shocked by his availability to respond to my questions about “oh no, I’m a vegetarian and I can’t find protein” or “I’m out with friends and don’t know what to order” or anything like that! He never made me feel like I was being a burden and helped me think through food decisions in life time.
I’ve worked with other dieticians but I highly recommend Brian. He’s great! More...

Brian was very flexible and accommodating when working together. He gave me access to a lot of helpful resources to move forward and provided feedback on my meals and grocery shopping habits. I can honestly say I feel better about making healthy food choices moving forward after working with him! More...

Working with brian has changed my relationship with food! Not only have I lost weight, but I have learned why my body needs. Best decision and commitment I have made! More...

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Hi Gina! You are a super busy person! It was almost hard to keep up with how busy you were with work and being super productive for yourself. We were able to create a simple approach you were able to implement no matter where you were at or how busy you are. You love working out, so we wanted to maximize that while eating an appropriate amount of calories to lose weight. You now have systems you’re able to work with your fitness and nutrition while not having to sacrifice your health anymore🙌 🥦Yours In Health 💪 Coach Brian

Kept me accountable, no unrealistic goals. I adhere better when I understand why I am eating a certain food or nutrient and Brian does a very good job explaining it and providing you autonomy of making decisions without fear or repercussions. This was an ongoing struggle and instead of giving up, he helped me explore issues that contribute to my lifestyle change. He was very patient as this is a long process. More...

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Hi Edward Over the last 12 weeks we’ve made some incredible progress, losing weight in a sustainable way through creating a simple and repeatable process that just works for you! You are about to become a new father and you wanted to really be an example for your family for health. You took direct action on everything we talked about which made you a very coachable and easy person to work with. Our conversations were enjoyable, and very fun to check in with you every week I know you are confident in continuing progress and maintaining at the rest of your life! 🥦Yours In Health 💪 Coach Brian

Brian was/is super helpful in helping me know how to eat properly. He gives great tips and great videos to watch to actually know what I’m talking about. It’s something to just tell me but he actually makes sure I retain and understand what he’s saying. Amazing coach! More...

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Hey Leonel, I wanted to reach out and express my gratitude for your kind words. It's been awesome working with you to help you understand proper nutrition. I'm glad you find the tips and videos valuable. Making sure you truly grasp the concepts is essential to me. It's not just about telling you what to do, but ensuring you have a solid understanding. Your progress and dedication are truly commendable. Keep up the great work, and know that I'm here to support you every step of the way. Thanks for allowing me to be part of your journey. Here's to your continued success and knowledge! Loved that you are still competing in boxing! Keep Swinging! Brian

Brian was very attentive, firm but supportive. Had a great time figuring out what makes me tick and bouncing it off on a listening ear. The knowledge he shared was insightful and reading labels blew my mind! I was shocked at some of the things I could eat. For the things that maybe aren't so great, he help me through the pain. Lol. Main thing is he gave me the encouragement that I needed to get started on a journey to a long lasting beautiful life. One I can enjoy without restrictions or pain. Thank you Brian. I'll be keeping in touch so YOU have evidence in what you started! Great job! More...

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Hi Pamela! From the get-go, we need to start prioritizing yourself and make sure that you are doing things for yourself and your health so you can serve everyone else around you. We've worked on better planning/preparing your meals. We’ve figured out better ways to squeeze in activity throughout the day so it doesn’t feel like a chore to exercise once again. You’ve loved exercising in the past and have lost touch with your old identity.. So far, we’ve done great losing weight and gaining more energy. You’ve even skiped on a lot of food that’s been brought into the office. I am really excited to see our progress in the next few weeks! 🥦Yours In Health 💪 Coach Brian

Brian was an amazing coach and mentor!! The past 12 weeks with his teaching has changed my life and opened my eyes to see so much more of life. I cannot thank him enough for teaching me all that I know now. If you are looking to get healthy and stay that way Brian is who you want. He doesn't make you follow strict diets or workout everyday or give up foods that you love. He is amazing!! More...

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Hi Leonel! It was fantastic with the time that we had together. You had all the pieces and parts to help reach your weight loss goal. We were able to rearrange them and a more manageable way for you to get lasting sustainable results in the next few weeks. Being a boxer, you have a clear underlying determination to make the changes you are looking for. It’s been a pleasure guiding you through these adjustments. You are in some of the best shape you’ve been in recent years.  I now know you are confident to achieve the weight loss goals you are looking for! 🥦Yours In Health 💪 Coach Brian

Brian has been very patient and understanding. He has been quite helpful on pointing me at the right direction when it comes to food choices. I have moments of stress eating and I talk with him about it and he’s understanding. He also has given me exercise recommendations based on level of activity. Texting him foods I am eating helps because he gives me feedback and recommendations on what I am eating. Also the packets I printed are also informative. Overall five stars! More...

Working with Brian has been awesome, he’s helped me make the correct choices and it now second nature, as I busy construction business owner I know what it’s like always on the go and not eating well. Brian has taught me how to be more efficient and make great food choices. Also a great coach, he’s always there to answer a question or give advice. He’ll make the entire process a dream!! More...

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Reply from Brian Parana Health and Nutrition Specialist

Hi Tyler! Working with you has been great! At first you felt you needed a meal replacement service to help with your busy schedule. I was able to help explain meal design in an easy way that once it clicked, you were making delicious filling meals that met your calorie needs. We were able to figure out that you needed to add more movement into your day through tracking your steps. you were able to add walking into your day to burn a lot more calories than you had prior to help with losing weight. Our approach together really helped create a sustainable weight management solution for you to not only lose weight, but be able to maintain your progress long term in your busy lifestyle! 🥦Yours In Health 💪 Coach Brian 

Brian was great to work with! Very consistent in his texting/calling. He isn’t going to just write you a meal plan and send you on your way, instead has videos and guides on how to make your nutrition work around YOU. He will be there the whole way to guide you but the progress you want to see depends solely on what you put in. Figuring out what your body does and how it responds based on how you structure your meals. I have learned a lot in my time with him and don’t regret my decision in working with Brian! More...

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Reply from Brian Parana Health and Nutrition Specialist

Hi Kyle! It was really great working with you! Over a couple weeks, we were able to get you down to a lean body weight, while giving you freedom of choice over the food you were able to eat! You are an active person, I knew I could pair that with the right amount of calories to burn body fat to maintain your fitness level while trying to stay in a calorie deficit. Throughout the process, you were very engaged, asked tons of questions and made great progress 🙌 🥦Yours In Health 💪 Coach Brian

Brian is everything that a leader, health coach, and motivational speaker should be. He makes nutrition simple and fun.
I was hesitant about the journey at first .
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Reply from Brian Parana Health and Nutrition Specialist

Hi Parker! You are a super busy person! It was almost hard to keep up with how busy you were with work and being super productive for yourself. We were able to create a simple approach you were able to implement no matter where you were at or how busy you are. You love working out, so we wanted to maximize that while eating an appropriate amount of calories to lose weight. You now have systems you’re able to work with your fitness and nutrition while not having to sacrifice your health anymore🙌 🥦Yours In Health 💪 Coach Brian

As someone who has suffered from digestive issues my whole life, Brian’s program was incredibly effective in dealing with them! I’ve learned so much about my body, eating patterns, how certain foods affect my bowel movements, and how to plan out my meals so I can have healthy patterns. He even worked with me through my colonoscopy and helped me feel good leading up to that procedure. After working with him, I definitely feel way more equipped to manage my condition. 10/10 would recommend. More...

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Reply from Brian Parana Health and Nutrition Specialist

Hi Chinaza! Over the last 5 weeks we’ve made some incredible progress, losing up to 8-9 pounds through creating a simple and repeatable process that just works for you! You were dealing with digestion issues that were able to create a nutritional approach that used the symptoms you are experiencing. You took direct action on everything we talked about which made you a very coachable and easy person to work with. Our conversations were enjoyable, and very fun to check in with you every week I know you are confident in continuing progress and maintaining at the rest of your life! 🥦Yours In Health 💪 Coach Brian

Brian is the BEST! I was looking to lose the baby weight and am now looking better than I did before having a kid. The daily support and education is unmatched. He gave me the tools I needed to succeed and gave me tips on how to maintain this lifestyle change for life. I’ve never lost weight so easily. This isn’t a “diet plan”. Not once did I go hungry, I was actually eating so much I was struggling to finish my meals. He is nonjudgmental and will listen to my questions and concerns. This is the best investment I’ve ever made in myself. I am so grateful for all his support. More...

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Reply from Brian Parana Health and Nutrition Specialist

Hi Kacie! It was fantastic with the time that we had together. You had all the pieces and parts to help reach your weight loss goal. We were able to rearrange them and a more manageable way for you to get lasting sustainable results in the next few weeks. I now know you are confident to achieve the weight loss goals you are looking for! 🥦Yours In Health 💪 Coach Brian

Brian is one of the best things that happened to me on my journey to better health. When I called Brian January 1st, I didn’t call him because I wanted to make the usual New Years Resolution, it was because even after a year of regular exercise I still wasn’t seeing (and feeling) satisfactory results. In the past 30 days he’s taught me better food choices, understanding macros, nutrition labels, how to still enjoy what I like to eat while staying within my desired numbers, and the importance of movement (to name a few). I am finally seeing great results…so far I’ve lost 5.5 lbs and 6% fat, and I feel better from the inside out! We’re not stopping here!

Brian has a comprehensive understanding of nutrition and human body, and knows how to get his clients to apply the rate nutrition strategies to get the best results! I can’t wait to see better results from my next full physical!

He is upbeat, motivating, quick to respond (ALWAYS available), and genuinely cares about his clients…about YOU! More...

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Reply from Brian Parana Health and Nutrition Specialist

Hello LAverne, I'm truly honored to have been a part of your health journey and to have contributed to your progress towards better health and well-being. It's inspiring to see your dedication and the positive changes you've achieved in just 30 days. Your commitment to learning about better food choices, macros, and nutrition labels is truly commendable. I'm thrilled to hear about the fantastic results you've already achieved—5.5 lbs down and 6% fat loss. It's a testament to your hard work and the effectiveness of our approach. Your kind words mean a lot to me. Providing comprehensive guidance and support is my goal, and I'm glad to know that it's been impactful for you. I'm excited to continue working with you to achieve even more positive outcomes. Thank you for choosing me to be part of your journey. Your dedication and positive attitude are truly inspiring. Here's to your continued success and well-being! You Are A Rockstar! Brian

Coach Brian made this process so easy and enjoyable!
There are so many options that made this effortless.
Communication was great with an open dialogue!
I felt comfortable and never felt like I struggled with food or exercise. I learned from him that it doesn’t have to be hard and can certainly be pleasurable and satisfying. More...

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Reply from Brian Parana Health and Nutrition Specialist

Hi Julie! It was fantastic with the time that we had together. You had all the pieces and parts to help reach your weight loss goal. There were a couple bumps in the road that popped up in which we were able to create manageable solutions for you to continue making progress. You were out of town a couple times, and there was a Health issue that we shifted some of our nutritional strategies to better support.  We were able to rearrange them and a more manageable way for you to get lasting sustainable results in the next few weeks. I now know you are confident to achieve the weight loss goals you are looking for! 🥦Yours In Health 💪 Coach Brian

Working with Brian will definitely change the way you look at meal planning. He makes it very simple to understand, and you’re able to continue to eat food that you actually like, while also dropping weight and staying healthy. Would absolutely recommend working with him if you get the chance. Take it from someone who has struggled with diets many times. More...

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Reply from Brian Parana Health and Nutrition Specialist

Hi Patrick! definitely excited about the progress we’ve had through the holidays! You learned a lot about food and how to implement so many skills about how to prioritize meal preparation, planning your food choices out, and the proper portion sizes. This paid off big time in which in past years you would’ve gained weight during the holidays and now you able to manage it significantly better. You’re starting to implement us in with an exercise program as well, which will help burn even more body fat💪 I’m excited for what the rest of this year is going to look like for you with results as you continue to. 🥦Yours In Health 💪 Coach Brian

Brian was able to help me start to achieve my fitness goals. My goal was/ is to maintain or gain weight while training for a 1/2 marathon starting at already very low body fat and 6’8” tall.
He’s been a great help educating how to achieve these goals by mostly eating healthy foods. I wanted to make sure I maintained a healthy diet.
So far a month in I’m up a few pounds with much higher exercise than previously which is a win in my book. More...

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Reply from Brian Parana Health and Nutrition Specialist

Hey Marc! Knowing you are a really tall guy at 6'8, I knew you needed to be able to eat lots of food without it slowing you down! you decided to run a half marathon off a challenge from your friend. You didn’t want to lose any muscle mass that you’ve been working hard on the last couple of years building. We were able to set up a very easy nutrition approach where we taught you how much calories you’re eating, what proper portion sizes were, how to combine food together that you enjoy to have desirable meals. We've seen positive changes in your running and your performance with your exercise strength program as well! The more exciting part is you are an athlete and have really figured out how to get adequate calories to fuel your running workouts to rebuild your muscles after your workout sessions. Excited to see how progress goes the next few months as you run your half marathon 💪 Running Faster and Farther! Coach Brian

Brian was amazing! I went into this dealing with nausea, digestive distress, and unsure of what I could and couldn’t eat! I can out of it with amazing resources, education on food, and a coach that was helpful all along the way . I now am free from food being a problem in my life and being able to eat without getting sick! More...

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Reply from Brian Parana Health and Nutrition Specialist

Hi Bri! We started working together with you having a fair amount of digestion of distress to the point where it caused social anxiety. Through providing a stable pattern of behavior around picking healthy food choices with proper portions.  We were able to eliminate a lot of  inflammation that was happening inside your stomach and intestines. I was very impressed by your ability to pick up all the right information and apply it so that digestion all distress basically went away! getting back to living life! Coach Brian

Brian was great! Everytime I asked him a question he was able to guide me in the right direction. He is free of judgment and got me back on track. I did not work out as much due to my busy work schedule, but at the moment over 5 weeks with him I was able to lose 10 lbs. I He is great because if you ever have questions after the help, you can always ask him and give honest answers. Everything he sent me as far as information and nutrition text messages I keep on hand when needed. Thank you😊 More...

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Reply from Brian Parana Health and Nutrition Specialist

Hi Paige! We had a great time working together and helping you drop some unwanted body fat! You enjoy working out, so we maximize your time in the gym and got your step count up as well. You were literally burning body fat every time you went to the gym. 💪 Throughout our weeks working together, you were able to take action every single day by planning out your meals a lot better, preparing your meals in a way that have you eating the right amount of food to stay in the calorie deficit. We were also able to figure out how to manage eating out , from doing a better job at selecting menu items and ordering them better as well!  🥦Yours In Health 💪 Coach Brian

Brian was awesome! Helped me PR my marathon yet again, and heal a metabolism that was adjusted to underrating. I will definitely work with him for my next big race.

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Reply from Brian Parana Health and Nutrition Specialist

Hey Emma! Impressive progress we’ve had over the last many weeks together! Not only have you learned a significant amount about nutrition, and how to apply to your personal life, but you are crushing it in the gym as well! You ran a new personal record for your marathon in the coldest weather you’ve ever ran! You were looking for an easy approach to with nutrition to add to your running and that’s exactly what we were able to provide you 🙌 I am very excited to see what the future holds for you as an athlete. Building A Better Body Coach Brian