Hi, my name is José, I'm 61 years old and 4 months ago I had 94 kilos on my 1.78 meter frame. At 23…read moreyears of age I was 75 kilos. Four years ago I was diagnosed obese with high blood pressure and have been on medication since ( two pills a day, one is some kind of blocker and the other a diuretic) Last April I contacted Jackie because I liked what she wrote on the web. She gave me first a general outline of what I needed to do to loose some weight and followed her guide; simple things like stop eating processed carbohydrates, bottled drinks, avoid red meats as much as I could, and some high sugar fruits. And sent Jackie the forms she asked me to fill (a lot of information about my lifestyle) June 29 I stared the program she designed for me with the information I has sent her, beginning with two weeks detox, in which I lost 4.9 kilos. The loss thereafter was slower, but by august 31 I was down to 83 kilos. When I started I was 45.5" waist and 42" hip, now I m 41" waist and 40.5" hip. Three weeks ago I had a checkup and had my sugar al 87, cholesterol at 170 and triglycerides at 150. My doctor told me I could stop taking one of the medication (the blocker), to keep a daily log of my blood pressure and go see her in one month and that if my blood pressure doesn't rise I can stop taking it for good. My readings have been in the range of 118-123/75-79. I feel in general very good, my joints are not as stiff as before, my skin looks and feels smoother, I can lie down on the floor and stand up a lot easier, and I'm very happy. It was hard at the beginning but it has has become easier as the the days go by and very much worth it, my goal is 80 kilos and I'm confident I will do it. I fully recommend Jackie, she is thorough and professional and her tips are very helpful.

From the owner: My focus is in supporting the immune system by improving digestive health with dietary and…read morelifestyle improvements, along with gentle yet effective acupuncture treatments. See my website for special programs and packages for Gut Therapy, Food Sensitivities, Detoxes, Weight Management, and special rates for appointments with Holistic Nutrition and Acupuncture combined.

I would give zero stars if I could. I was scheduled for an appointment with Jessica today but was…read morenot able to connect virtually because of issues logging into the meeting. Jessica didn't call me to see why I was late or if I wanted to meet by phone. She just sent me an email 15 mins into our time slot letting me I would be charged the full $180 for missing the appointment. I asked her to reconsider given the circumstances and she ignored my request, didn't respond to me just went ahead and charged my credit card instead. I am beyond disappointed in the way I was treated by a supposed care professional. I was so looking forward to this appointment and feel turned off the whole industry as a result of this. I couldn't possibly recommend anyone work with her.

If you're confused about what to eat like I was, Shift Nutrition, is a fantastic resource!…read moreDietitian, Jessica Begg, really took the time to get to know me and understand the issues I was having before developing a plan for me. Her suggestions were based on sound medical practices (not fad diets!) and fit into my life so it wasn't a struggle to make changes. Her encouragement and support really made the experience positive. I would highly recommend Shift Nutrition!

For a work team-building activity focused on nutrition and wellness, we went to a cooking class…read morehere. We signed up for a class that would teach us vegetarian and gluten-free recipes that are healthy and wouldn't be too difficult to make ourselves. I'm always looking for easy recipes so I was looking forward to taking this class with my colleagues. The space isn't large and our team of 15 people filled the room across two tables. The instructor was very knowledgeable about nutrition (I think she said she was a cook at one point in her life) and explained how each dish is prepared, what the nutrition of each ingredient would provide, and substitutes available for ingredients to fit our dietary needs, e.g. vegetarian. She showed us how each dish was prepared and a tv projected what she was doing at the cutting board or stove so that everyone knew what to do. In teams of 4, we would prepare the ingredients (dice, slice, chop, marinade) and cook them as well. All the ingredients, condiments, and equipment were provided. The instructor came and gave us tips as well. At the end of the class, we got to try what we made, which was great. In that class, we made vegan pad thai without fish sauce. I have to say that without that classic fish sauce, the dish fell flat for me. I would be interested in taking other classes with her in the future, but probably ones that involve meat or seafood!

I signed up early for all classes in their Cook, Eat, and Be Well (Winter 2018 Session) and was…read moreable to get an early bird discount on top of the 'discount' from signing up from for all their classes. They also have 'discounts' if you sign up for four classes. Be quick because they fill up fast! Keep checking their site for updates if you are interested in any classes! They run series throughout the year and classes are constantly changing. If you're like me who learns best by doing with a bit of help from others, these classes are a good fit for you. The two classes that I have been to were "Cook Once Eat Healthy All Week (a plant-based intro to batch-cooking)" and "Un-Junk Your Kitchen: Healthier, Cheaper Homemade Staples," both of which have been informative and interactive. Andrea and Ellexis were both knowledgeable and made the classes more than fun. The best part was that got to eat what was demoed or what we made ourselves! I'm looking forward to attending the rest of this series.

I first visited Rich in 2012 for our eldest daughter who was 5 at the time. She had extremely…read moreitchy/bumpy eczema on the inside of her elbows and behind her knees. It definitely flared up during the hotter months and with certain foods, but on other occasions it would just appear with no known cause. After only 3 clearing sessions it disappeared, never to be seen again. She is now 7 at the time I am writing this. On the dietary side of things, Rich suggested we cut out wheat, dairy, soy and corn due to the body's difficulty in processing these foods. As a mother of 3 I really struggle with this one (more for the kids who are picky eaters and have established food preferences). Despite continuing to have these foods in their diet, the eczema has been kept at bay! Rich is a conscious, well-read and specialized resource. I learned a lot from him on the underlying emotional issues that can lead to food sensitivities and even how experiences from our past coupled with a food we ate during a traumatic event can cause food issues. I find this subject fascinating and I highly respect Rich for the work he does with both adults and children. We have since been back to work on nut, animal and other food sensitivities.

Very informative first session. Clearly laid out plan how tackle my inflammation and issues it is…read morecausing. Looking forward to healthier me.

Margaret at Nutritious Therapy is awesome. I learnt a lot from her and I especially loved the way…read morethe information was delivered. I am very happy with her services. I would highly recommend her.

Margaret has been a huge help in my journey to getting back on track with my health. For years I…read morestruggled with feeling fatigue and was held by one health set back after another. With her guidance, we found the root of the cause. There is no better way then to heal your body naturally with proper advice and plan from an informative nutritionist! Her care and support has given me back my energy and stamina... I am feeling and looking great!

Tucked away just off south Granville is an oasis. Because…read moreit's not on street level, if you didn't know what you were looking for it would be hard to find but once inside I felt lucky to have found this hidden gem. It has the feeling of relaxation like a spa but the practitioners are very serious about your wellbeing. I had an appointment with Cary, whom I believe is the owner and she spent much more time going through point by point all of my medical intake form than I have ever experienced at an acupuncture studio. We talked in depth about all of my ailments and she gave some sound advice. The acupuncture session was pleasant and relaxing yet I felt energized after the treatment. Highly recommended if you want to get to the root cause of your illness.

The location is very easy to access just off W. Broadway and Granville…read more Part of my 2016 resolution was to take care of my health a little but more both physically and mentally. Upon invitation I checked out a sampling of their services. The place is small, clean, soft colors with a nice ambiance. There are a lot of self improvement books and complimentary water and tea. I met with Kira for a short life couching session. I've never had life couching, just heard about it. Kira was warm, humorous and made me feel comfortable opening up. In that short time she got the hamster wheels turning about the things that were important to me etc. I did an acupuncture session with Cary. I've never had an acupuncture session before, therefore, didn't know what to expect. The body can react individually. It was an intriguing experience as the body works in mysterious ways. She was kind, gentle and found humor in some of my embarrassing situations that day. She uses awesome aromatherapy oils and soft music. The acupuncture table is heated which was awesome on a cold day. Made me very relaxed. She mainly addressed my concerns about my back due to a car accident years ago. I had a very relaxing 30 minute message with Kent Smith. I actually found this to be the most informative message session that I've ever had. He talked me through what was going on in my body and the causes for certain areas being more difficult than others. Who completely understood my body as an office worker 8 hours a day at a desk and then as a hobby writer on my free time. He was suggestive and informative on solutions. He used an aromatherapy message with oil blends that made my heart feel like summer inside. The smell was so wonderful. I fell asleep on the table. It was the first time in weeks in which I really felt relaxed on my lunch break. I shut off my phone completely during my break and just allowed myself to escape with the touch and smell of the oils. I had a brief MI scan with Susan. Everything that Susan said about me was dead on. I didn't tell her anything. I just laid on the table and allowed her to do her magic. I just couldn't believe how accurate she was, I was blown away. I found some information about my body that was extremely helpful and encouraged me to take immediate actions on some issues that I've been putting on the back burner. It gave me that jump to really take proactive measures on these things. I got an extremely warm vibe from her. Overall the whole team was amazing, warm, friendly people.

Sara is a great trainer! She is extremely knowledgable and passionate. She has helped me build…read morestrength and stamina. From someone who was once scared of working out, Sara has helped create a consistent workout routine that I enjoy. She takes time to understand her clients and build programs based on their needs. She is also great fun and we chat about food , fitness and everything else under the sun. If you are thinking of getting started with your health goals, don't think twice. Sara is the best person to help you meet them. I would recommend Sara to everyone!

From the owner: One on one fitness training and holistic nutrition coaching…read more Offering virtual and in home sessions in addition to our training facility in South Granville, Vancouver. Small scale group classes and workshops can also be arranged. Sara's diet approach is holistic nutrition - teaching you how to maintain a balanced diet that supports your unique body and lifestyle, make food choices with confidence. She will help resolve nutrition deficiencies and digestive issues. As a personal trainer Sara can also help you improve strength, cardio, and endurance. Strengthen your movement patterns and technique. Improve your core stability. Provide individualized programming built off assessment. Teach you how to program around your menstrual cycle phases (women) Implement breath work, strengthening your mind to muscle and mind-body connection. Improve your range of motion and control. Better your movement longevity. Help you with weight management.