I attended because I was not enjoying food, was gaining weight year after year, and was always eating my meals cold or in a mad rush after serving the kids. Eating was stressful, meal planning was stressful, and at 42 I felt I was running out of time and energy. All the science made sense, but the great part for me was the food tasted good ! I don't have any desire to count carbs/calories or anything else! The bottom line is, I lost weight , especially in my stomach, which after two kids I thought was hopeless. I felt calm and relaxed almost immediately ! I was less angry and less crazy. I don't know why but that is now the biggest benefit to me. Christie is a great resource , watching her cook and prepare meals was very helpful and demystified the kitchen and introduced me to greens I never thought I would eat in a million years! Thanks to eating a more raw diet I am looking forward to my next forty years rather than dreading the decline. -Maggie 42