Real Stories. Real Experiences.

Integrity Wellness Founder Andra can be defined as professional, motivational, enthusiastic, supportive and empowering.

My experience is one that most women and moms may relate to. I have always struggled with my weight. I gain weight very easily and must workout regularly and monitor what I eat. I am an active woman who tries to challenge herself with new things, triathlons, running, swimming and more. I considered myself a healthy eater but what I realized after working with Andra was I didn't really understand "what, how and when" to eat to appropriately fuel my body.

I was at my goal weight pre-pregnancy but quickly gained the needed baby weight plus more over my pregnancy, a total of 50lbs. None of this was through binging and eating junk everyday but rather not being able to workout to the same intensity as before. After my baby arrived, like most moms the first 20lbs came off quick. I then began working my butt off with workouts and watching what I ate. I got it all off except 15. That damn last 15 lbs!!!! I could not do this alone, so I reached out to Andra whom I have known my whole life, she is my sister. Before you judge that I am writing a biased testimonial, please read on. I hired her and not another professional because I have watched her overcome obstacles and transform her own mind and body through health and wellness. She gets it, she lives and breathes it. Because of her transparency, knowledge and motivational attitude, I respected her as a professional, not just as my sister.

Andra treated me as a professional client. She never judged my eating or workout habits but she understood my goals, to transform my body into being leaner and stronger. Although not a mother herself, she empathized with my new challenging schedule in an attempt to workout and eat right with a child, being vegan and working. She instead supported me and said "lets sit down and make a program that is doable for you." She added that the program could be adapted at anytime if something was not working for me and she offered to give me recipe ideas as well.

I used Andra twice. Once in 2014, 10 months after having my baby when I decided to train for my second Ironman only 4 months from then. I needed to take off enough of the last 14lbs that I could train effectively and complete the event. The meal plan was clear and simple. I was training 15-20hrs per week and I was never hungry. The trick was reaching for a vegan protein and veggies versus my peanut butter sandwich! I credit my nutrition for this event to Andra. I was able to get down to 137lbs (9 lbs away from pre-pregnancy) and complete Ironman Canada in Whistler only 4 months later and achieving a personal best time.

I recently reached out to Andra again, having still 5lbs to loose. The same professional, non-judgemental and supportive attitude appeared. She created a new nutrition program for me, many of the same principals from 2014 but a doable approach for a working mom of a toddler. So far, I have just begun this journey and look forward to my progress. It is clearly about dedication, implementation and planning on my part. She provides the tools but only I can execute the plan.

I sincerely hope that you reach out to Integrity Wellness and take your health and wellness to a new level.

~ Natasha

At 33 years old, I have suffered 24 years of my life with very bad digestion issues. It started when I was 9 years old with IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) which left me feeling tired, bloated, crampy and extremely uncomfortable.

As I got older I developed other intolerances including dairy products, eggs, and meat; it just didn't like me. It would stay undigested for days.

As for the exercise part of my life, I train 4-5 days a week and always have, plus I practice yoga regularly, so my health issues I knew weren't coming from my lack of exercise, more so from what I was putting into my diet. I came to Andra for guidance and support not to lose weight, but to feel "good" again!

I have literally tried everything from gluten free diets, dairy free and vegetarian. The problem was that I wasn't getting the right nutrients and the right portions of food to keep me feeling energized and healthy.

With a lot of thought, I decided to try a vegan diet to see if some of my underlying issues would get better or completely dissolve.

~ Zara

Andra's customized meal plan was easy to follow, left me feeling satisfied, and can help with so much more than just weight loss, it can help your body get the nourishment it needs.

Andra is very talented in her field and has the knowledge and expertise to create a healthy lifestyle for those who seek it ❤️

~ Lacey

Tar's Testimonial

I am 63+ years of age who works out almost every day. However, I must admit I do have a sweet tooth and often tend to eat improper foods; many of the foods I thought were "healthy" were not.

As Vivienne's husband, I too transitioned over to a cleaner way of eating and became more cautious of the foods I consumed. I went from an extra large to a large, and I'm now weighing under 200 lbs for the first time in over 30 years!

It's been three years now, and I have maintained my weight loss and my energy levels are better than ever. My eating habits are not temporary and that is why my results remain.

~ Tar

Vivienne's Testimonial

I wasn't looking to lose weight as I am an extremely active 60+ year old. I can be found at the gym almost every day. I run 3K, then do an hour of aerobics, golf, swim laps, or play tennis.

My goal was to be able to eat comfortably without pain, and to be healthy internally.

My problem was terrible indigestion; esophagus problems. When I ate I felt full, often until the next day. I could only eat small amounts of food from an equally small bowl.

Andra had mentioned a movie about eating meat and genetically modified organisms (the movies "Forks Over Knives" and "Food Inc"). Once I watched it I began to wonder if I had allergies. I also wondered about the meat I was eating. I was completely unaware of the process in which our meat is developed and processed over time. I was also following Andra's Facebook meal plan posts and became more and more intrigued. It didn't look very difficult to make a change; simply a case of changing my way of thinking in eating meat daily, and adjusting the way I shopped.

I decided to make the change and began to eliminate meat from my daily diet. It wasn't nearly as difficult as I thought it would be.

I was waiting to see a specialist, which took over 6 months. Luckily, I had made this change before seeing him, as one of the first things he asked me was if I was a 'meat eater', as I would need to "make some lifestyle changes". Meat being the first food to be eliminated, as I was no longer able to digest it properly.

I hadn't contacted Andra for any specific meal plans. However, seeing her Facebook posts, I decided to make a complete lifestyle change. It really helped. I switched my meals to beans, lentils, grains, fruits and vegetables, while limiting my dairy.

Over a period of a few weeks I felt much better. I am now more conscious about my meal portions. I seldom have any indigestion issues and I am no longer taking medication.

Through Andra's guidance, I have learned to be careful of what I eat, as we ARE definitely what we eat in every way. Food is fuel. It takes time and preparation, however it is certainly worth every ounce of effort.

As a footnote: My intention was not to lose weight, but I did drop at least 12 lbs. I have now maintained three years of this lifestyle with no intentions of going back.

~ Vivienne

I have been vegan for 5 years now and believed I have always "eaten healthy".

After seeing her amazing success, I felt comfortable enough to ask her for some help. Knowing she is vegetarian/vegan made it easy for me to look to her for guidance because she understands my diet and lifestyle. Previous trainers have always laughed at me when I tell them I'm vegan, they refuse to even help me put a meal plan together because they don't believe in my choices. So asking Andra for help was one of my best decisions!

Andra helped me with what sources I could be getting more protein from, what sugars and carbs I needed to cut out, and even gave me pictures and recipes for some excellent menu ideas (with vegan options!). Most importantly she took the time to research brands and tell me what nutritional values I needed from a vegan protein powder. I would send pictures of various protein powders and their nutritional value charts and she helped me decide the best choices.

I've been up and down in weight over the years and have always recognized the mental/emotional changes that coincide with my personal weight. I always have a more positive attitude and reflection of myself, and my outlook on life, when I am living healthier and getting the exercise I need. My mother is a breast cancer survivor, so living a healthy lifestyle is my main goal.

I had been working out for a few months before I contacted Andra, and expressed that I haven't been seeing the results I really wanted. I was eating "healthy" and working out 3 times a week. It wasn't until she pointed out where I needed to make some changes in my diet and workout regimen that really changed things up for me. I started her program in March, and I really started seeing a difference within the first month! I never used to believe in the whole protein fad, but when she told me to up my protein, that was when I really started seeing and feeling more muscle. Her suggestions and direction really started a motivational kick for not only me, but my mother as well. As I mentioned before she really is into healthy living as well, which certainly gained my trust from the beginning. It's nice to see your energy rub off on others. It keeps you motivated!

I found her meal plans completely realistic. Thankfully I love to cook, so cooking and putting meals together within her program was easy for me. It's just a matter of being aware of what you're cooking and eating, and taking the time to make the smarter choices. She gave me a lot of vegan protein options, taught me about portion sizes, and included carb options and when to add protein shakes. I am thankful for her program, to have not gotten bored with anything I have prepared or made throughout this transition. She also reminded me of one major thing; you can allow yourself one cheat meal, not cheat day! Haha

Andra is fast and amazing in responding when you need her; even the first time I messaged her she got back to me with a bunch of questions and she was super excited about helping me! She even made the effort to connect and check in on me often! It helps when you have someone holding you accountable and showing you support and building your confidence you may need in making the changes you set your goals toward.

I'm definitely happy with all the changes Andra has helped me make. I will continue to stick to her program, and am excited to lose another 15 more pounds! Thank you Andra and Integrity Wellness!!

~ Micaela

My name is Nancy. I had the opportunity to watch Andra's physical transformation over the years and I was always in awe. I have been overweight my entire life, from when I was a baby, and I figured it must simply be genetics. I was uneducated about food and exercise, to the point I would see someone thin running and wonder why they were doing that, as they were already thin. A light bulb went on and I realized, "they are thin because they are running!"

So now exercise made sense, but food? I figured eating healthy meant bland and expensive. However, Andra consistently posted recipes of foods she was eating and the quantity she was eating. These recipes were easy and tasted great, I could still have pancakes (just healthier ones)!

Now, I knew I needed to exercise and eat better but I lacked motivation to start this lifestyle change. I am a mother of two and in 2014 needed surgery. For the first time in my life, I realized my weight could affect the outcome of the surgery, I could die. I want to live for my kids, my family and myself. If I am going to die, it will be from something out of my control. My weight, I CAN control. In the fall of 2014, I took control of my life and focussed on the information Andra had provided about nutrition.

I am proud to say that in 10 months I lost 77 pounds! I enjoy my life with my family more now and am modelling a healthy lifestyle to them too. I will continue on this journey and always keep Andra as my role model and mentor. I encourage you to reach out to Andra if you too want to change your life.

~ Nancy

I had gone on vacation to see my son and meet his girlfriend. My son had changed his lifestyle since I had last seen him, and seemed so healthy, happy, and energized. I had tried MANY other "diets", but always got tired of them.

Andra was willing to put together a healthy meal plan for me to help me lose weight, but more importantly, to assist me with eating healthier. I lost 7 lbs. the first week, which gave me a big incentive to keep going! I have not been hungry.

I used to LOVE sweets, and now I don't even crave them. She worked with me to change a few things when I was struggling with a food. I feel great and have so much energy. I have lost 26 lbs. and have 4 more to go to reach my goal!! I WILL do it!!

Thank you Andra

~ Connie

Bob's Testimonial

"I actually got involved with Andra from Integrity Wellness just to lose a few pounds. She actually discusses with you your goals and what you are looking for and then puts together a plan designed specifically for you. What ended up happening for me was not only weight loss but also some health benefits, more energy, a different outlook on food in general, and a nice change and addition to my lifestyle.

Andra put together a diet plan as well as an activity/exercise plan that would coincide with my needs to lose weight. At first it was difficult to give up my "pleasure" foods but actually I learned to enjoy the meals and diet that Andra put together for me specifically. What I ended up realizing is that my "pleasure" foods were not only not good for my diet but are very unhealthy as well. I gave up red meat, milk, and dairy products. I've experienced some good health changes as a result. During the period that Andra had me set up with, not only did I lose weight but I began to feel better, sleep better, and had more energy.

The results that I've experienced are a real wake up call for me. I've maintained my last check in weight that I had with Andra, and I'm still maintaining a lot of the diet and exercise programs she put together for me. The nice part about her plan is that it's not hard to maintain and you can actually see and feel results. I know that if anyone is looking to lose weight, feel better, experience health benefits, and enjoy a better lifestyle in general, I would highly recommend contacting Integrity Wellness, speaking to Andra, and getting started on your own individual plan"

....thank you Andra!

~ Bob

Sue's Testimonial

I didn't "officially" do Andra's meal plan, but my husband did. Since I didn't want to prepare two separate meals, I ate much of the same food as he did.

While we both felt like it would be hard to "give up" our favorite foods, we both found that the choices in our new meal plan were both satisfying and tasty.

The whole process really made us think much more about the food we put into our bodies. There are huge benefits of reducing, if not eliminating, certain foods from our diets. And the benefits of adding certain foods are equally as important.

My (our) top three positive outcomes from this? Weight loss, more energy, and knowing that we are more healthy!

Andra really took the time to prepare & individualize my husband's meal & exercise plan. We BOTH benefited greatly from it.

Thank you Andra!

~ Sue

6 weeks ago I decided that I need to make some necessary changes in my life and start getting healthy. I had a friend that had been working with Andra and had such wonderful things to say about her and the program, so I decided I'd give it a shot. Not really sure what to expect going into it, but was pleasantly surprised at how easy it was to follow the program.

The customized meal plan was easy to follow and completely realistic. No meal replacement shakes or any weird foods, but foods that I enjoyed! Andra helped educate me about food and helped me make modifications to meals that I would typically eat. It didn't leave me feeling hungry and I was satisfied throughout the day. If I had questions about certain foods, I'd just message her and she would get back to me right away!

I am definitely happy with the changes that I have made and the results I have seen up to this point. The great support and motivation Andra has shown me has meant the world to me. It sure helps to know you have somebody behind you, pushing you to do your best and to succeed. It's bigger than just the weight loss, it's getting healthy and finally feeling good about myself.

THANK YOU so much for all the support you have shown and helping me change my life!! ♡

~ Shaunta