On her clients: "Some come to me out of concerns about pregnancy, high cholesterol, or other clinical conditions. But I would have to say that most of my clients, at least 80%, come to me for weight loss because they want to look better."

"When I first see overweight clients, they are often depressed and have little hope of improving their eating habits because they have tried every diet out there. But when they start losing weight, their energy goes up and so does their confidence. It gives me joy to see them almost bouncing into my office, looking so much happier."

"People are often embarrassed about showing their bodies when they have a better shape. But if they wear clothes that fit and get a flattering haircut, it can actually make them look slimmer and younger."

About her own appearance: "I would love to dress 'frumpy' and just be comfortable, but I take a few extra minutes every day to make sure I look good for my clients." Another quote in Today's Diet & Nutrition, from the May/June 2007 issue in the article "Nutrition and Beauty, Nourish Your Looks" by Lynn Grieger RD CDE cPT. Under the heading: Get enough protein for power and beauty. Protein is a great weight loss aid because it helps keep hunger at bay. It also builds muscles and a strong immune system. But did you know that protein is essential for healthy, beautiful skin, hair, and nails? Maye Musk, MS, RD, model, nutritionist and author of Feel Fantastic - Maye Musk's Good Health Clinic, explains that all our organs require protein. Since skin is the body's largest organ, it makes sense that it requires optimal amounts of protein to stay fresh, health, and beautiful.