Testimonials
E.H.M.
I had a terrible rash for weeks that no Western M.D. could understand
and/or treat successfully. Desperate for relief, I went to the
Whole Foods Health & Nutrition Department for advice. In less
than a minute, Gabriel Van Loon, who was working that section,
told me he could cure the rash in 2-3 days! His recommendation
was an hour appointment of insightful education about how my body
type as well as internal and external stressors was causing the
symptoms. The treatment was a topical oil widely used in Ayurvedic
medicine, a digestive enzyme 3x per day, delicious Greenhouse
Café chicken soup, rye toast, and soft-cooked vegetables.
The results were prompt and long lasting. I have a new respect
for what MY body needs for fuel and what situational and seasonal
changes I need to take into consideration for the rest of my life.
I am most appreciative of Gabriel’s expertise and wisdom.
Gabriel Van Loon is an outstanding health care practitioner.
The time he has spent in India studying and experiencing the Ayurvedic
tradition has deepened his professional capabilities tremendously.
His respect for and commitment to this medical and lifestyle approach
is very evident and reassuring. I recommend him highly.
For some chronic conditions or challenging diagnoses, Gabriel’s
approach may be the way to improve quality of life and avoid aggressive,
high technology, prescription oriented medical options.
Working with Gabriel has been an insightful and personally important
journey for me. He is an excellent teacher. He has helped me understand
the guidelines about how I need to eat and live to feel well.
The Ayurvedic philosophy is beautiful, basic, and sensible. I
am eager to learn more.
Gabriel’s commitment to his patients is so sincere; he
even makes house calls. He will even instruct you on preparation
of Ayurvedic cuisine.
S.V.
Gabriel is always very willing to explain the Ayurvedic concepts,
in a manner that was easy to understand.
Gabriel’s advice helped me get control of my problems of
throat reflux and difficulty falling asleep, without prescription
medications, but by using simple herbs and minor (not for me!)
diet changes.
Thank you, Gabriel!!!
J.W.
Gabriel is an excellent teacher. He helped me more fully understand
the relationship between the body, nutrition and stress. He developed
a personal plan for me that I can follow without having to make
radical changes in my life all at once. His approach is very supportive
and does not encourage expensive supplements or herbs. The results
I have experienced are wonderful… including less heartburn
and fewer allergy symptoms.
J.L.
I came to see Gabriel to better understand Ayurvedic principles.
I had read several books but wanted an understanding that can
only come from working directly with a qualified practitioner.
Gabriel is certainly that person. He knows his material with such
a level of competence that his explanations and diagnoses flow
with ease. Also, he genuinely seeks to educate his clients, not
just bring about healing. I’ve learned a great deal from
Gabriel, not only Ayurvedic principles, but I have also become
more finely tuned to my body’s signals. It’s tremendously
empowering!
Joanne Golden
I came to see Gabriel regarding my fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue.
I had been to many doctors and had tried various protocols with
little success. Through Gabriel’s time and attention and
his education regarding Ayurvedic principles and lifestyles, I
am no longer fatigued and my muscles and joints are feeling great!
I am also able to follow this lifestyle and am well prepared to
care for my own health as a result of working with Gabriel. Gabriel
is a highly skilled, competent practioner, who is also very caring
and considerate. I highly recommend him!
Cara Benedetto
Gabriel takes a complex non-Western medical system and makes
it understandable to a Western mind. Then he listens in such a
way that he can judge how much detail I need to be motivated to
carry out the recommendations for lowering my cholesterol readings.
And he helps me feel good about myself. I am grateful for all
of this. I am most grateful for his ability to help me take care
of my own health. With Gabriel’s caring and careful guidance,
Ayurveda is becoming for me both and adventure and a mundane way
of life – well suited to my unpredictabilities and my predictabilities.
R.B.
I came to Gabriel with the problem of recurring bouts of insomnia
that I have had for as long as I can remember. Having gone to
doctors and being (mentally) addicted to sleeping pills and getting
few results, I was willing to try anything! Gabriel not only taught
me to reform my lifestyle and habits to improve my sleeping, but
he also helped me to clear up a few other health concerns along
the way. His willingness and enthusiasm to help and teach me encouraged
me to devote much of my own time and energy in putting the wisdom
to work. As a result, I feel that I have learned enough about
the Ayurvedic principles to take care of my own health and think
twice about falling into patterns that I now know are detrimental
to my health. I am greatly indebted and deeply thankful to Gabriel
for his guidance as my healer/teacher.
N.T.
After consulting with Gabriel and applying the Ayurvedic principles
that he suggested, I found that my body began to make subtle changes
toward better health. I felt stronger, became more active, had
more stamina and realized that my outlook on life was gradually
becoming more positive. In retirement, this was a good move for
me
Mark Szuch
I went to see Gabriel about general health principles and minor
allergies. Gabriel was able to teach me the general principles
of Ayurveda which in turn removed all of my allergy symptoms,
improved my stamina and helped to center me both physically and
mentally. Thank you, Gabriel!
T.A.B.
I began coming to Gabriel after reading a book about Ayurveda.
I was having some minor health issues, including frequent facial
breakouts that were starting to become an issue in my life. I
was hoping to gain a better understanding of the Ayurvedic principles,
and to clear up my breakouts. Gabriel’s comments and teaching
have helped me tremendously. Gabriel’s suggestion of using
aloe on my face each day has helped a great deal. However, there
were other issues, such as constipation, which I didn’t
even think was a problem that Gabriel also helped me to overcome.
I feel much better these days physically and mentally! I am very
grateful for Gabriel’s guidance and teaching.
