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Welcoming Pauline Holdsworth Holistic Nutritionist to PNHC!

March 21, 2018 by elisha

We are happy to announce that we are adding a holistic nutritionist to our team at Plattsville Natural Health Clinic. As of Monday March 26, 2018 we will be booking clients for Pauline Holdsworth RHN. She is able to help you not only with meal plans and diet recommendations, but also with realistic ways in how to apply those recommendations. For more information on her services and what holistic nutrition is, please see below.

What is Holistic Nutrition?

Holistic nutrition involves recommending a balanced diet that incorporates whole foods and includes making small daily changes. It is through this approach that a holistic nutritionist assists in finding the root cause of your health issues. Her goal is to provide a natural approach that honours the body, mind and spirit. Allowing your body to find its own path to healing. A holistic nutritionist may use such tools as meal planning, recipe recommendations, a healthy shopping tour, or a kitchen cupboard tour to help you achieve your individual goals.

What are the services a holistic nutritionist offers?

Service	Time	Cost
Meet and Greet Consult	15 Minutes	Free
Initial Consult and Secondary Follow-Up	Two sessions 60 Minutes Each	$150
Follow – Up Visits	30 Minutes	$40
Healthy Shopping Tour	60 – 90 Minutes	$70
Kitchen Cupboard Tour	90 – 120 minutes	$150

How do I book an appointment with Plattsville Natural Health Clinic’s Holistic Nutritionist?

Call or text: 226-232-7665

Email: info.pnhc@gmail.com

Facebook Message: Plattsville Natural Health Clinic

Who is Pauline Holdsworth RHN?

Pauline Holdsworth, is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist, offering one on one consultations that will help assist in finding the root cause of your health issues. Her goal is to provide a natural approach that honours the body, mind and spirit. Allowing your body to find its own path to healing. Pauline believes that making small daily changes and eating whole foods can help you to attain optimal physical and mental health.

Pauline’s journey towards her career as a Registered Holistic Nutritionist began six years ago when she had multiple health issues that could no longer be ignored. From a young age she suffered from multiple illnesses like endometriosis, gluten sensitivities and Hashimoto’s. Frustrated with the conventional medicine being offered by her Doctor, she started researching for herself holistic remedies and quickly realized that she would have to go back to school to find her own solutions. Pauline completed the Holistic Nutritionist program at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition. After graduation, Pauline worked in health food stores where she gained knowledge on supplements.

Pauline grounds her practice on the belief that eating for wellness does not have to be complicated. Not your average Nutritionist, Pauline believes that if your morning coffee is none negotiable, she’ll work with that and won’t make you change it (truth be known she has a cup or two each morning to start her day). She wants you to succeed and embrace life lasting sustainable habits. Let her guide you on your journey to achieving optimal health.

5 Foods to Eat/Drink when trying to Lose Weight

October 19, 2016 by elisha

Ultimately, this list of foods to eat to lose weight is a bit more extensive than just 5 and should really include fruits and vegetables of all kinds. A diet full of fruits and vegetables is more likely to result in weight loss than one filled with refined sugars. The following is a list of some extra components to add to a balanced diet in order to achieve weight loss.

Chia Seeds: Chia seeds have many beneficial properties that help them in the goal of weight loss. Chia seeds are a good source of protein, omega – 3 fatty acids (not substantial levels to compensate for supplementation), and fiber. All three of these help with digestion, to decrease appetite, to increase energy, and to decrease inflammation. All of these can be beneficial on the road to weight loss.
Sweet Potato: Sweet potatoes can be beneficial for weight loss for the reason that they can be a substitute for a regular white potato. A sweet potato has far fewer calories than a regular potato and are low in glycemic index. What this results in is a reduced impact on blood sugar levels which leads to less sugar being stored in the form of fat in the body.
Hot Water with Lemon: starting each day with hot water with a slice of lemon in it can be beneficial for weight loss for a number of reasons. To start with it can increase metabolism at the beginning of the day meaning more calories burnt. In addition, this drink can stimulate digestion and liver functioning. This can help to process hormones more efficiently and to eliminate toxins from the body. Some sources also suggest that this drink can be a source of vitamin C, which some studies suggest can be important for weight loss.
Green Tea: many studies have suggested that even just 1 cup of green tea per day can be enough to stimulate metabolism. Green tea can also act as a substitute for coffee and the potential to “drink your calories” through having sugary coffee beverages.
Water: Drinking water is important for many bodily functions in general. In addition, feeling hungry could be a sign that we are actually just thirsty. By curbing your appetite through drinking water first, this can help with weight loss. Research has suggested that drinking a glass of water before each meal helps to increase potential weight loss by 3lbs compared to individuals who did not drink water before meals. Water can also increase the amount of calories burned in one hour, after consuming 500 ml of water.

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Some of the information provided above may not be appropriate for everyone, please consult with your doctor before trying any of the above. If you are interested in Naturopathic Medicine and wanting a different approach to your health care needs, contact Dr. Elisha Cook ND by calling 519-537-7058 and book your appointment today!

Healthy Back to School Lunches

September 6, 2016 by elisha

Going back to school can be a stressful time of year for parents and children. Making healthy lunches that are school approved can often add to that stress. This article will provide some healthy options for lunches, but one of the best things you can do for your child is give them a choice. Giving a choice does not mean giving them free range, but it does mean allowing them to choose between two options. Options help empower your child and increase the likelihood that they will eat healthy. For more ways to encourage your child to make healthy choices, please see my previous article “How to help picky eaters pick healthy options” https://www.plattsvilledoctor.ca/how-to-help-picky-eaters-pick-healthy-options/.

Healthy Back to School Lunches:

Salads – salads can include Greek salads, lettuce based salads, taco salads, bean salads, etc. Salads do not have to be boring and can include quite the variety.
Rice Crackers – rice crackers with tuna, salmon, egg salad, or hummus with cut veggies. This lunch includes not only a protein and carb, but more importantly the veggies.
Meat and Veg – a meat such as chicken drum sticks, meat loaf, hard boiled eggs, etc.; and cut veggies. Simple, but can be a quick option especially if there are left-overs in the refrigerator.
Pasta – brown rice pasta or zoodles (Zucchini noodles) can add a fun addition to lunch with a bit of variety compared to your classic sandwich.
Pizza – pizza does not have to be an “unhealthy” choice. Cut down on the cheese or leave it out entirely, make substitutions such as cauliflower for wheat dough, and add extra veggies onto the base. All of these can make your pizza a wiser choice for lunches.
Kabobs – for some parents, this may not be an appropriate option due to the mechanism to make the kabob. Making substitutions such as pretzel sticks can aid with this.
Fresh Rolls – fresh spring rolls are a portable lunch that can once again add a dip-able, portable lunch packed full of veggies.
Wraps – making wraps from lettuce can add a fun lunch with increased vegetables. Adding a protein source on top can increase the nutritional value of this lunch.

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5 Foods to Avoid when trying to Lose Weight

July 5, 2016 by elisha

Weight loss involves more than just taking a silver bullet pill. It involves diet and lifestyle changes that can be difficult for some to achieve. If you are one of these individuals that struggles with weight and needs assistance in this area, please seek medical advice, including a naturopathic doctor, in regards to your weight loss goals. However, avoiding these 5 food types could provide aid as well:

High caloric and high sugar drinks – This includes most fruit juices, lattes, and alcohol. These can act as empty calories and cause blood sugar spikes that leave you fatigued and without the energy to make it through the day and even get in some extra activity time. These drinks may also dehydrate you which can further complicate weight loss.
Processed foods – this includes such items as sandwich meats, boxed foods, etc. These foods are often high in salt, carbohydrates, and fillers that can prevent you from losing those extra couple of pounds.
Foods that you may have a food sensitivity to – these foods are not the same for everyone and can be determined with the help of a naturopathic doctor. Some naturopathic doctors provide a blood test to determine the results. When losing weight, I find it more reliable and efficient to use a dietary method to determine the food sensitivities for you. If you are interested in exploring this more, please consider consulting a Naturopathic Doctor such as myself.
Refined carbohydrates – this includes cereal, bread, pastries, cookies, etc. Especially when these foods are eaten alone and without a protein, they can cause blood sugar spikes and lead to excess sugar in the body which is retained as fat.
Candy and high sugar snack foods – These items are fairly self – explanatory. Candy and high sugar snack foods do not provide nutritional aid. Avoiding these and only having them in moderation can help individuals work closer towards their weight loss goals.

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