Client Success Stories

Of all the physicians I’ve consulted over the years, you have to be one of the kindest. Despite being an undoubtedly busy person, you listen patiently to my questions and address them as carefully as possible. And, while some doctors might feel threatened by my desire to participate fully in my medical care, you appear perfectly comfortable with that role, making me feel comfortable in return. Underlying all this is your slightly ironic sense of humor, without which, as far as I am concerned, life is not worth living. I might arrive for an appointment full of stress and anxiety, but your calming presence enables me to depart with a modicum of peace. The older I get, the more I understand that body and mind are not really dichotomous, and clearly you realize that too. All by way of saying I feel very fortunate to have found a doctor like you to shore up my tottering health in this uncertain world.

As someone who tries “a new diet every three months,” I began a search for a food plan that would be sustainable for my body and lifestyle. I was lucky enough to have met Jenna, who has been a consistent source of knowledge, accountability and leadership. I had a bingeing problem, an overeating problem and a generally unhealthy mind-set about food. Jenna’s program has been comforting to me mentally and has helped me to feel more normal. I tried to do this on my own for so long, and it just didn’t work. I refused to be the woman who, in 20 years or so, was still “dieting.” Thanks, Jenna.

I met with Jenna to discuss my emotional and physical health. She spent time getting to know me. I walked out of her office feeling better about myself, my goals and my overall interest in developing habits to live a healthier, less stressful life. She is smart, professional and easy to talk to. I look forward to having Jenna in my life “forever” and to taking her well-researched and educated “prescriptions” for a better and fulfilling life. I’d advise anyone to spend some time with Jenna, even if only five minutes!

My first appointment with Jenna and Dr. Leonti was refreshing and helpful. For 60 minutes, they listened closely to my long, intricate and complicated health history. Jenna and Dr. Leonti bring the best of functional medicine and Western medicine perspectives into one space.

I have a feeling that a lot of people look to integrative health as a fast track to skinny. I am not a client who came to Princeton Integrative Health intent on losing weight. When I came to Jenna, it was because I had intense stress coupled with a thyroid disorder. I could barely get out of bed or off the couch at night. After Jenna told me about the program options at PIH, I knew I was a six-month candidate. That’s because it usually takes me a while to achieve success at something. I am now five months into the program, and I can honestly say that with Jenna’s encouragement, I have been able to make changes for myself that I never would have otherwise. During the first three months, we worked to lower the stress in my life and to make dietary changes in a way where I didn’t feel awful doing them. I am not an easy client based on my history, but knowing I see Jenna every other week gives me an outlet and incentive as well as someone to hold me accountable for my own health, mentally and physically. As a patient of PIH, I have learned the science behind what is happening in my body.

I am a type 2 diabetic who has been taking multiple medications to control diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. During a routine appointment in 2016, I discovered my A1C number was 10.2, the highest it’s been since I started tracking my numbers 12 years ago. In addition, my blood pressure was 146/80, my cholesterol was 175 (45 HDL, 82 LDL), my triglycerides were 236, and I had a small amount of protein in my urine. Dr. Leonti suggested a different plan of action to improve my numbers. Before making more medication changes, he suggested a low-carb diet of eggs most mornings, salads, nuts, vegetables, meats, almond milk and fruit. After one month, we checked my progress, and the trend was positive. At my next routine appointment, my numbers were significantly improved. My weight was down 32 pounds after six months. My A1C number was 6.3, blood pressure was 108/78, cholesterol was 130 (53 HDL, 57 LDL), and triglycerides were 99. These were the lowest numbers I had achieved in 12 years. We were able to cut my metformin and Avapro dosages in half. I definitely feel better than before and have more energy. I hope to see further improvement in my numbers, and possibly eliminate the need for medication, by maintaining my current eating habits.