Health Coaching – A New Approach

By Maggie Christopher 

Would you like to eat natural wholesome foods, but think it takes too much time or money? Worried that a change in the foods you love will be replaced with bland, tasteless food choices? Many people suffer from these thoughts when contemplating a way to improve their health. Usually, they embark on a short-term solution called a “diet” to lose some weight; but unfortunately, this seldom brings them the long-term results they crave.

Studies show that people increase their success rates when they enlist support to attain their health goals. A Health Coach (also known as a Holistic Nutrition Counselor) is trained to educate, inspire and support you to achieve your health objectives. A Health Coach listens to understand your background, life challenges and expectations concerning your vision for optimal well-being. Then, they formulate a personalized plan that guides you step-by-step towards healthier food choices and better lifestyle habits. This is important because just as there no two people are alike, there is also no such thing as one “diet” fits all. How many fad “diets” have come and gone?
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