That’s right, we’re back. As of Tuesday September 15th Rachelle Wood Nutrition will re-open in Montague.  Nutritionist Jolene Coffin will be managing the center and see clients from the Pharmacy on Mac Intrye Road on Wednesdays from 10-5. Book a weight loss session with Jolene today. Call 892-SLIM or email jolene@rachellewood.ca . We welcome back former clients and look forward to meeting new ones too! Rachelle will travel down the 1st Friday every month for Iridology and General Nutritional Consultations.

You can increase your weight loss results with the help of See Results. You can work with Rachelle online every day for encouragement and extra attention. She's helping Canadians coast to coast get healthy and lose weight. Check out the See Results online weight loss program today.  Here is what some of our clients are saying about it. 

Now Selling Advance Naturals Products- Cleansing

I’ve been sampling Advance Naturals the last few months and have decided to stock this professional cleansing company. If you’re thinking about cleansing let us pick out the right kit for you. We recommend the Gentle 15 Day Cleanse, $ 29.99, or the 30 Day Liver Cleanse $ 49.99.  We will also sell digestive enzymes, probiotics, bowel soothers, and intestinal repair from this professional only vitamin line.  For a full catalogue and product sheets check this out.

Host a Community/ Workplace Weight Loss Group

Rachelle and Jolene are now booking new group weight loss programs for fall. We’re able to travel to you and work around your schedule.  The challenge includes: private weigh in with measurements, group lectures, customized meal plans and lots of healthy recipes. Call 892-SLIM or email jolene@rachellewood.ca to find out more info. Also check this out.

Recipe Share- Flax Bulgar Bean Bake

Such an easy dish to prepare ahead this casserole is comforting and curry tasting. I enjoy serving it with a salad on the side.

1 can kidney beans, mashed
2/3 cup ground flaxseed
1 egg + 2 whites, beaten
3 TBSP tomato paste
½ cup bulgar
2 tsp curry powder
Sea salt and freshly ground pepper

Combine all ingredients in a large bowl mixing well to flavor. Bake uncovered in casserole dish at 350 for 50 minutes. Serve and enjoy on cold fall evenings.

Until next time stay healthy and well everyone and be your OWN positive change, 

Rachelle Wood, CEO, Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Iridologist
Jolene Coffin, Nutritionist and Weight Loss Specialist

Earlier today I sent a message to 462 members of Rachelle Wood Nutrition on facebook. Thought I should share it with you too!

Happy Spring+ Weight Loss Challenges+ Healthy Recipe

Hello Facebook Group Members,

Happy Spring to you ALL. I's a beautiful sunny Sunday, a great day for outdoor activities. This morning I dusted off my mountain bike and took off on an early morning ride.

I'm a Registered Holistic Nutritionist who is committed to helping Islanders lose weight and get healthy and I have many options available this Spring.  As always, I offer a FREE 20 minute first consultation for all new weight loss clients. If you're a former client I'd LOVE to work with you again. Just call 892-SLIM or email info@rachellewood.ca to book your time.

Group Weight Loss Challenge CHARLOTTETOWN
Join me for a 6 week group weight loss challenge beginning this Wednesday March 24th from 630-8 pm. It includes: private weigh in, customized meals plans, educational handouts,  healthy recipes, tour of the Bulk Barn, exercise class and a few surprises too. The 6 week group costs $170 +gst and will be held in my office at 38 University Ave. I only have a few seats left so register today!

Community Weight Loss Challenge SOURIS
Souris clients are invited to join me for a 4 week community group weight loss challenge beginning Monday April 5th from 630-8 pm in the classroom at the hospital. This 4 week group is only available to clients who have worked with me before. To find out more info/register email info@rachellewood.ca or check your mailbox! PS- The communities BIGGEST LOSER will win a valuable prize. Can't wait to inspire and educate you all again!

ONLINE WEIGHT LOSS PROGRAM AVAILABLE
You can also lose weight with me online at See-Results. Create a client profile with customized meal plans, recipes, shopping lists, tracking tools...etc. With a monthly subscription, $34.99, I can coach you daily to accomplish your healthy living and weight loss goals. Facebook group members save $5.00 a month by using the code HEALTH2010. I enjoy working with online clients across the country who are dedicated to defeating obesity with coaching from a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Canadian School of Natural Nutrition ( CSNN ) classroom graduate.

Here is a speedy, flavorful vegetable recipe your family will enjoy! Ginger root is a well known digestive stimulant, weight loss aid and overall body tonic. Add it to your favorite recipes this spring. 

Ginger Carrots                                serves 2
1 TBSP unsalted organic butter
1/2 pound julienne carrots
2 tsp minced fresh ginger root
dash freshly ground pepper and sea salt
1/4 c chopped cilantro (optional but nice )
Heat butter in saucepan. Add carrots and ginger and cook for 5-7 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and pepper (or) herbs. This speedy vegetable dish tastes great with white fish or grilled chicken.

Stay healthy and well everyone and be your OWN positive change!

Rachelle Wood, Registered Holistic Nutritionist
CEO Rachelle Wood Nutrition Inc.
website/ blog     rachellewood.ca
online program  seeresults.rachellewood.ca
Changing the way the world eats!

I really enjoy social networking. As a writer, it allows me to use my creativity in an open environment with like minded people. Blogging is a statement of character influenced by creativity. I welcome your feedback and suggestions for my posts. Over the past year I've had emails from readers world wide asking me questions concerning holistic nutrition and weight loss. I've especially enjoyed your suggestions for recipes and have included them in my online weight loss program, See Results.

HAPPY SPRING 2010

Happy Healthy New Year

I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a very Happy and Healthy New Year! Aim to make 2010 your healthiest year yet. Focus on food as fuel for your body. Plan your meals a day in advance to stay on track.  But most importantly, make your health your # 1 priority.  Good luck everyone!

Happy Anniversary Service Offering Sale

Rachelle Wood Nutrition, formerly Positive Change Nutrition turns 5 years old this month! So for the entire month of January I will be offering a 10% discount on ALL in office services for new and former clients. Current weight loss clients can save 10% on all other services such as Holistic Iridology readings, grocery store tours and pantry raids. To find out more about my service offerings check out Rachelle Wood Nutrition Service Offerings.

Rachelle Wood Nutrition January Office Hours 

Monday – Charlottetown 8 am-6pm
Tuesday- Summerside 10 am-6pm
Wednesday- Charlottetown 11 am-7 pm
Thursday – Charlottetown 8 am-6 pm
Friday- Charlottetown 9 am- 3 pm  

Rachelle will be working EXTENDED hours this winter to accommodate all new clients. Please note we have a 24 hour phone call or 48 hour email cancelation policy. If you miss an appointment with out sufficient notice you will be charged a $20 missed appointment fee. 

Group Weight Loss Challenge Summerside- January 2010   

Are you looking for some motivation to help take off those holiday pounds? This 6 week challenge promises to help you lose weight and gain valuable nutritional knowledge which will help your family be healthier too! The weight loss program includes: Private weigh in and measurements, customized meal plans, healthy family favourite recipes, expert nutritional education, cooking class and potluck celebration.At the end of the program the Biggest Loser (based on body fat % lost) will win a prize valued at over $80.00. Group participants can expect to lose 2 pounds per week when following the Rachelle Wood Holistic Weight Loss Program.  

Location: La Belle Alliance, French School St Eleanor’s

Dates: Tuesday evenings 6:30-7:30, Beginning January 19th 2010 

Price:  $160 +gst, due the first evening 

Reserve space by emailing, info@rachellewood.ca  or call the office 439-7445.

Program is only offered to the first 20 participants, so reserve your space today! 

Vibe Health and Wellness Summerside Special Offer to RWN Clients

Carol and Shawn are now offering Summerside clients a discount on these healthy living listed services. Vibe Health and Wellness also has a hair and beauty studio. Special discounted prices are:

1. 10 minute Vibe T-Zone machine membership, $40 a month (save $10)

2. ½ hour Ion Foot Cleanse, $25 a session (save $10) 

3. ½ hour Infrared Sauna teratment, $10 (save $2) 

I’ve been enjoying all these treatments on Tuesdays in Summerside and have noticed MAJOR results. The Vibe machine works fast to tone up problem areas, the infrared sauna sheds inches and the ion cleanse gently removes toxins from your body systmes. Last Tuesday Amanda gave me a manicure (with bright red polish) and I'm booked in with Carol for a haircut next week. Needless to say, I'm enjoying all the beauty services at the Vibe, they sure do know how to make a gitl feel beautiful!

Rachelle Wood’s New Years Resolution

I rarely break a promise, and enjoy a good challenge. This year I gave careful consideration to my resolution and have narrowed it down to 2. My first resolution is to help Prince Edward Islanders lose 20 000 pound in 2010. My second resolution is to bike the PEI Tip to Tip race for Africa in October. Be sure to check my blog for resolution updates over the year.

Healthy Recipe to Share

My in office weight loss clients LOVE this recipe, especially the Souris PEI ones. It’s so simple, tasty and full of nutrition. Baked beans is a classic comforting wintwe time recipe. Beans are a great source of protein, fibre, vitamins and minerals. This healthy recipe has less fat and sugar then more traditional methods of cooking. 

Simple Slowcooker Boston Baked Beans        serves 4-6   

1-2 tsp mustard
1 TBS honey
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
3 16 oz cans, great northern or navey beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped carrots

Spray slow cooker with non stick cooking spray. In slow cooker combine ingredients in exact order from tomato soup carrots. Stir well. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours. Mix well before serving. Enjoy this comforting recipe with whole grain bread for lunch or a graden salad for supper. Kids love this recipe, plus it cooks while you work in the slowcooker.

In 2009 clients at Rachelle Wood Nutrition lost over 18 000 pounds! Yes indeed, PEI is floating higher above sea level.  Better yet, over the past 5 years my nutritional consulting practice has helped Prince Edward Islanders lose over 50 000 pounds (and counting).  From Alberton to Souris and all points inbetween, Islanders have been sheding major amounts of weight.  Through making simple dietary and lifestyle changes, with many reaching a healthy body weight and optiomal health and wellness.

As a Holistic Nutritionist and Small Business Owner, I take great pride in improving the health and wellness of fellow Islanders. From workplace Lunch and Learn sessions, to 6 week group Weight Loss Challenges, to CSNN classrooms across Canada I have helped to share my knowledge and expertise with so many wonderful people.  Blogging and social networking sites have opened my eyes to some of the world’s healthing living online communities. For my year in review for 2009 I would especially like to thank those who I met for the first time wether in person or online.

This year I welcomed to my staff Registered Holistic Nutritionist Susan Foster (April 2009) and Suzanne Friolet (September 2009).  Susan is also a graduate of the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition, Halifax campus.  She had battled weight issues most of her life and now enjoys educating clients who to achieve a healthy weight loss. Susan enjoys writing blog posts and shares a comical writing style. Suzanne is a Quantum Leap Certified Life Coach who works in the Summerside location on Tuesdays with me. Suzanne loves to research health and wellness and enjoys empowering others to make simple changes to improve quality of life. She is a mother of 2 children.

In January 2009 Mary MacKay from he Guardian newspaper, Charlottetown PEI, wrote an article about me and my company. You see, I’ve lost 100 pounds from my heaviest weight.  I quess you could say I was my very first client. This puts a personal spin on my consulting services, and in all honesty was the reason behind me studying at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition in 2001.  The story was picked up by the Canadian Press and was printed in 12 newspapers from BC- NS. I began getting fan mail from all across the country from people who were motivated by my story to lose weight and/or study nutrition.  The story was even picked up by a USA newspaper chain and printed in NY and California.

Although I keep to a very tight scheudal (with many trips to the mainland for work) I try to give back to them community whenever I can. I volunteer to speak for the Charlottetown Overeaters Anonymous Chapter once per month and enjoy educating them about nutrition. This year I hosted a Client Celebrity Weight Loss Challenge where we raised money for a local charity, The PEI Humane Society. I also hosted an in office food drive last winter and donated over 100 pounds of food to families in need.

My biggest accomplishment of 2009 was winning the PEI Business Women’s Associations Emerging Business Award in May.  This was the first year for the awards, so winning the very first one is such an honour and a privilage. My kind hearted health inspiring clients make the 80 hour work weeks much more tollerable. I feel a great sense of accomplishment and personal satisfaction through helping them and others. 

During the spring 2009 aside from my busy nutritional consulting practice I began teaching at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition in Moncton, NB.  My courses of instruction were, “Business Mastery”, and “The Body Mind Spirit Connection”.   How ironic, Nutrition, Business and Spirituality are 3 of my favorite things! In the fall I went on a CSNN Ontario tour, which had me teaching workshops at the Ottawa and Toronto locations. 

I spent 4 weeks in Ontario this year, and attended many nutritional conferences and schedualed meetings. One of my most memorable was the CSNNAA Holistic Nutrition Conference in May 2009 where I was a booth exhibitor.  I also enjoyed attending the Whole Life Expo in November 2009.  In Spetember 2009, I was voted in as the Maritime Representative for the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition Nutrition Alumni. This position requires me to represent the voice of Eastern Canada within my profession. 

My office locations changed throughout the year. After much consideration, in August 2009 I closed my Souris office. It seems that traveling across the Link was taking a tole on me and I was getting exhausted. Many of my Souris clients come to see me on, “town days as long as the weather is good”.  I enjoy everyone of them and am from eastern PEI as well, (Tarantum to be exact with is just before Fort Augustus). With Suzannes help in September I opened a Summerside office location first within Atlantis Health Spa but within 2 months switched locations to the Vibe Health and Wellness. I am very happy in the new location and enjoy working with Carol, Shawn and Amanda so much on Tuesdays.

My biggest challenge this year was balancing an 80+ hour work week with living a healthy lifestyle. From January 2009 I made exercise a huge priorityand included many forms of activity throughout the year.  I worked out at the gym and was faithful to Ufit this fall. In the summer I road my mountain bike across the many rails to trails in PEI as well as in the Bay of Fundy.  I spent 2 days kayakying and camping in St Margrets Bay, NS (no blackberry allowed), and now this winter am hooked on spin class at MacQueens indoor cycling studio.  Another great workout in Charlottetown is kettlebell training with Wendy at the Whole Way.  I’ve only tried it once but loved it, and will work it into my 2010 exercise schedual, I promise.

Time management is the glue that sticks my agenda together.  Though sometimes a little sleep deprived, I actively live as an example for my clients and should you say practice what I preech. My clients motivate me as much as I to them. For that I am truly blessed.  My secret is my memory, my clients will tell you, and “she never forgets anything and can even remember what I ate last week.”  

What does the future hold for me and my company? Online development and world wide nutritional education by creating online software for my successful customized weight loss program. In January 2010 you will be able to lose weight with me online by subscription. I am so excited to launch this next stage of development for my company and look forward to working with the online community. In 2010 Rachelle Wood Nutrition will begin changing the way the entire world eats!

It isn’t often that I meet someone who has as much passion to help others get healthy as I do.  Well as of this Fall I have met my match. Kimmy Beck is a personal trainor who lives in Montague PEI. Since her heaviest weight she has lost over 120 pounds by following a healthy diet and exercise program.  After the birth of her second child in 2005 Kimmy knew she could “shape her weight”, http://www.shapeyourweigh.ca/

I met Kimmy for the first time at an exercise class in Montague when I was asked to speak and share weight loss tips for the Vivacious weight loss group.  Kimmy really picked my brain about food and after hearing her story first hand I knew our lives were supposed to cross paths. 

Kimmy and I share similar stories.  At our heaviest weights we were both in love with unhealthy food and lived unactive lifestyles. Convience snacks and fast food were staples in our diets. Dispite our insecurities we both knew we could change and had to. We are now obesity surviviours and dedicate our lives to helping others win the weight loss battle. Kimmy’s obesity pushed her to study to be a personal trainor where my battle pushed me to study nutrition. We’re like 2 organic garden fresh peas in a trimmed down low carbohydrate pod. 

"My biggest motivation for losing weight and getting healthy was so that I could be active with my children. They mean the world to me! At 265 pounds I knew that was impossible so I decided I could change me.” This healthy attitude proved Kimmy well; she is now a fit and trim personal trainor and active healthy mother.  She is a role model for all her clients and is on a quest to make Islanders fit and feeling fantastic!

After meeting Kimmy we became friends on facebook (so she could pick my brain more-lol). One day she sent me a link to her blog and I instantly became a fan. Kimmys blog is her accountability to being healthy.  Being a technology junkie, Kimmys blog produces video and written content which aims to inspire and educate others on the road to better health.  She loves sharing exercise tips, healthy recipes and personal weight struggle stories.

Kimmy openly admits that she is not a fan of cooking. I had the pleasure of sharing some of my cooking tips with her during an in office session, www.rachellewood.ca . Keeping it simple is the key to dietary success and with a few new ideas she’ll be able to shake up her routine eating style. Even though she has reached her goal weight, Kimmy still dedicates every day to being healthy and physically active. I encourge you to follow her success story and online blog faithfully, I’m her biggest… (I mean smallest) fan! Keep inspiring us Kimmy and best of luck with your future endevaours.