Paving the Road to Wellness
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Rachelle Wood
Rachelle Wood, RHN is an honors graduate of CSNN Halifax 2002. After working a few years in the industry, Rachelle started her own company in 2005 that specializes in weight management. She has 2 office locations and has helped PEI lose over 75,000 pounds! She is the author of the See Results Holistic Weight Loss program and the Positively Charged Holistic Detoxification program. Rachelle teaches Business Mastery for CSNN Moncton, and is the CSNN Alumni Board Maritime Representative on the Board of Directors. In 2009 Rachelle won the PEI Business Women's Association Emerging Business of the Year award.In 2010 she was nominated for the Chamber of Commerce Excellence in Health Care award. Check out her company website, rachellewood.ca and nutrition blog.rachellewood.ca or lose weight online with her seeresults.rachellewood.ca.
In 2010 Rachelle launched, See Results, an online weight loss program and client management tool. With the help of See Results, Rachelle is now able to work with clients nation wide online. See Results provides clients with: customized meal plans, healthy recipes, holistic education, interactive tracking tools, charts/graphs, journals and homework questions to submit. It is easy to use for the client and nutritionist. The system was designed and developed over 2 years and based on Rachelle's successful in office program. To find out how See Results can help to grow your existing or start-up nutritional consulting business, please email us at info@seeresults.ca
By Rachelle Wood
Published on 11/6/2009
Rachelle Wood writes for the Prince Edward Island magazine Panache. Here is her article from Spring 2009 where she shares tips to stay healthy and well all year long.
We live in a starving economy, where recent studies suggest Canadians are spending less money on food and often skipping meals. The recent study published in Ontario, suggested that the current recession has cost a substantial toll on the Canadian health care system. Many Canadian families have had to cut back on their food budget, and fresh, healthier food is often more expensive. This is leading to slightly higher rates of obesity and hospital visits throughout the country.
You can stretch your food dollars by investing in a freezer. True it may increase the power bill a bit, but the money you can save at the check-out is well worth it. I often freeze leftover soup or casseroles in single-serving dishes for easier transportation. Watch sale fliers and stock up on products that you like and freeze them in freezer-safe bags.
Stress caused by day to day living is literally killing us. Every disease can be worsened through periods of stress. When our bodies are stressed, hormones overpower the nervous system resulting in a fight or flight response. Stay healthy by taking the time to relax.
Paving the road to wellness may also require supplements. If you’re thinking about taking vitamins, please consult a professional prior to beginning your routine. Besides, eating a healthy diet full of quality food is nature's multivitamin.
You can fight back against the hype, and take ownership of your more conscious consumer mentality. Focus on baby steps first, as even they can make a huge difference. Here are some suggestions:
The 3 Dietary Steps
1. Aim to eat a diet full of whole foods including: vegetables, fruits, lean proteins, whole grains, healthy fats and nuts.
2. Choose organic products as much as possible and from local suppliers.
3. Pre plan your daily meals in advance which will cut down on food waste.
The 3 Lifestyle Stpes
1. Be physically active and exercise at least 3 days a week.
2. Reduce stress levels to calm the mind and rest the body.
3. Eliminate toxic habits such as: smoking, caffeine, drug and excessive alcohol consumption.
Developing a new healthier attitude and daily rituals requires organization and effort. Through being a more conscious consumer you willl be spending your money wisly and investing in your future. Keep your daily routine well thought out with a focus on sustanibility.
The road to wellness is often a bumpy ride. Why not, “buckle up” and enjoy it. The sooner you focus on changing old unhealthy habits, the better your body will feel!
You can stretch your food dollars by investing in a freezer. True it may increase the power bill a bit, but the money you can save at the check-out is well worth it. I often freeze leftover soup or casseroles in single-serving dishes for easier transportation. Watch sale fliers and stock up on products that you like and freeze them in freezer-safe bags.
Stress caused by day to day living is literally killing us. Every disease can be worsened through periods of stress. When our bodies are stressed, hormones overpower the nervous system resulting in a fight or flight response. Stay healthy by taking the time to relax.
Paving the road to wellness may also require supplements. If you’re thinking about taking vitamins, please consult a professional prior to beginning your routine. Besides, eating a healthy diet full of quality food is nature's multivitamin.
You can fight back against the hype, and take ownership of your more conscious consumer mentality. Focus on baby steps first, as even they can make a huge difference. Here are some suggestions:
The 3 Dietary Steps
1. Aim to eat a diet full of whole foods including: vegetables, fruits, lean proteins, whole grains, healthy fats and nuts.
2. Choose organic products as much as possible and from local suppliers.
3. Pre plan your daily meals in advance which will cut down on food waste.
The 3 Lifestyle Stpes
1. Be physically active and exercise at least 3 days a week.
2. Reduce stress levels to calm the mind and rest the body.
3. Eliminate toxic habits such as: smoking, caffeine, drug and excessive alcohol consumption.
Developing a new healthier attitude and daily rituals requires organization and effort. Through being a more conscious consumer you willl be spending your money wisly and investing in your future. Keep your daily routine well thought out with a focus on sustanibility.
The road to wellness is often a bumpy ride. Why not, “buckle up” and enjoy it. The sooner you focus on changing old unhealthy habits, the better your body will feel!