Karen's Kicking Goals!

I first met Karen at a Supermarket Safari over a year ago now. We had, I guess, somewhat of an e-relationship, as Karen recieved my newsletters and kept abreast of my perspective through her gym's newsletter.

Then mid-august of this year she called me to find out more about how I could help her achieve what it was she was seeking. A back injury set back our face to face meeting for quite some time, yet by mid-September we had commenced our journey.

Feeling FLAT, TIRED, FRUSTRATED, FAT, in PAIN and having NO MOTIVATION, Karen hopped on board the New Leaf ship with a lot of HOPE for change.

With a serious family history of heart disease, including the early passing of her dear brother, Karen knew life was short and wanted to really start LIVING with passion, energy, fitness and health. She craved the figure she had when she was married, knowing that at this weight and physique, she felt HERSELF!

Karen was also looking for her lost confidence, as it was holding her back and affecting everything in her life, especially relationships with those she loves most.

A second honeymoon, her family, as well as a photo of herself in a stage show ("(I)am horrified....it's time to do something") were her motivation for finally taking action. Having tried a high protein diet and a heavy commitment at a gym regime, Karen was looking for something that would once and for all teach her how to LIVE EVERYDAY HEALTHY, not just a short term "lose-weight no matter the cost" approach.

Fast forward to today, not quite even 3 months later, and Karen has shed 6kg, is looking and feeling FAB, AND had a BLAST on her second honeymoon- enjoying herself fully and NOT wasting energy being worried about her body! What a change!

Her back pain is MUCH improved- to the point she is now able to step up her physical activity! This is significant given only 3 months earlier Karen was bed-ridden with her back condition!

Her boys (early teens) are also coming on board, even if it is slow :) Now enjoying and preparing salads together as well as NEW dishes, such as a pumpkin flan, fish and MUCH more, the entire FAMILY is becoming healthier, happier and more VIBRANT!

Hubby has also, just by accident (!!!), lost a few belt notches...which is a wonderful bonus for them both! ;p haha

Everything is coming together nicely and I think Karen would agree that where she is NOW feels WORLDS apart from where she was back THEN!!

Well done Karen :)

You ARE looking fabulous and you ARE doing such an amazing job :) You should be incredibly proud and THANK YOU for being such a great example and inspiration to others out there!

We LOVE you!

Mwah! xoxoxo

BridgetJane
Food Body Lifestyle Guru
Writer, Speaker, Consultant
www.newleafnutrition.com.au
http://bridgetjaneguru.blogspot.com
http://bridgetthompson.blogspot.com
http://bridget-jane.blogspot.com


Mob 0421332243
Sunshine Coast, QLD

"Your health is everything...Discover your TRUE health potential"

Bodacious Beth BLASTS them all!

Well, as often happens, another of my STAR recruits GRADUATED from New Leaf Nutrition school just the other day! :)

Our journey together started only in July, and in 4 short months, I am pleased to announce Miss Beth is almost a new person!

Well, in all honesty, she is just now more FREE and CONFIDENT to BE herself and to not hold back and hide from the world.

Although Beth admits in the beginning she THOUGHT she was a HAPPY and POSITIVE person, she now claims, "Who was I kidding?! I don't think people realise what REALLY feeling good feels like; I don't think they know the difference"

Beth came to me initially because she was looking for a change in lifestyle. She was not happy within herself and she wanted to lose weight. Her self-esteem, confidence and social self were affected by how she felt about herself. "I just don't like the package I'm in...I'm not comfortable in my own skin... I miss out on stuff I want to go for...I'm too embarrassed to go jogging...I feel a little older (than I am)...even though I know being active is good for me, both physically and mentally, it all just seems too hard sometimes..."

Fast forward to now and this girl is UNSTOPPABLE!!



Joining in a 21 day fitness challenge, run my one of my very good friends, and AMAZING trainer Tiago Amaral of surrender2fitness.com.au, Beth not only showed up and gave it her best, she also BLASTED everyone else out of the water dropping a whopping 3.7 kg in 3 weeks and 21 cm from her waist! Incredible!

You should see this girl in action! You would NEVER guess she is the same Beth from July !!

"The biggest difference between now and when I started with you is my headspace. I'm not constantly consumed with feeling bad. I'm making good choices and FEELING GOOD. So simple! I just cannot put a value on the difference"

Beth's food choices have dramatically changed and she is now free of her Coke addiction! Something she NEVER thought possible! :)

Of course she is making the choices that make her FEEL GOOD and her preferences have naturally changed. She still eats out often, has social events to attend and of course enjoys drinks with the girls. Its all about knowing what is good for YOUR body and learning how to get in in the balance that suits your unique lifestyle.

It has been a PLEASURE working with Beth and I will sincerely miss our catch ups! Such a beautiful personality with SO much happiness to share- one of those smiles that just makes you smile too! :)

Here is what the WONDER WOMAN herself has to say of her experience:

"When I first came to see you, I really felt like I had run out of options and this was the last chance to get my bum into gear and do something about feeling good about myself.

My weight was definitely an issue but more importantly I really felt like I had to get my head space right. I was constantly consumed about feeling bad and negative thoughts about my food choices. I’d be good for a few days and then just ruin it by eating something unhealthy and then thinking “oh whats the point?”

I also had it in my head that there was something I wasn’t quite getting, it was right there on the tip of my tongue but I just couldn’t put my finger on it.

YOU HELPED ME FIGURE IT OUT!

Feel good. How simple is it? Whatever it is you do FEEL GOOD!!!!!!!!!!!! If I know having that coke will have me thinking about it for the rest of the afternoon and feeling bad, well don’t have it. And by not having it, I feel good for making a good decision. Its seriously that easy. There have been times I’d had a coke and its been awesome but I find them getting less and less and even coke zero and Bacardi is tasting ok (has the world gone crazy!)

I’ve found myself doing things I would never have thought I would do. For example – doing some Christmas shopping, I was thinking about what else I could buy people that didn’t involved chocolates or alcohol. I don’t want that for myself so why would I promote that for other people – they will get enough from other people anyway! Another thing on my recent holidays, instead of thinking “cool I can veg out, eat and drink all I want, no excerise” Instead I was excited about still keeping active and eating healthier than I would have otherwise. I wouldn’t have thought I would ever be that way!

Putting my whole journey into a positive light instead of a negative =- no you cant have this and no you cant have that, has been the best thing. I still have quite a way to go but I feel 100% more prepared mentally and you’ve given me the tools to carry on and not expect perfection all the time. I can totally do this :)

I could go on and on about the changes I know I’ve made, but in a nutshell, I’m 100% more openminded and happier and optimistic about everything. I know if I make good choices, the effect that has on my mind body and soul is invaluable!

You rock Bridget!"


Thank you gorgeous and continue to enjoy the good living lifestyle!

Mwah! xoxoox

BridgetJane
Food Body Lifestyle Guru
Writer, Speaker, Consultant
www.newleafnutrition.com.au
http://bridgetjaneguru.blogspot.com
http://bridgetthompson.blogspot.com
http://bridget-jane.blogspot.com


Mob 0421332243
Sunshine Coast, QLD

"Your health is everything...Discover your TRUE health potential"

Just Me

One of the most important things I work on with clients constantly is the discovery our our true selves. Our true inner being.

When we are born, we are pure creative spirit. We have no idea about limitations, possibilities, should's, shouldn't's, have to's, must's and must not's. We simply live from innocence and lose ourselves in the world of the imaginary where we are FIREMEN, SUPERSTARS, TEACHERS, PILOTS and ANYTHING at all we desire!

Everyday is fun, and everything we experience is from a point of pure curiosity. There is little fear, judgement or doubt. We simply encounter everything as FRESH, EXCITING and AS IS..

As we grow older, we are conditioned. We MUST do this, we MUST wear that, we CANNOT say this, or DO that...we learn that being ourselves is NOT OK, and we must abide by the rules, expectations and orders of all those around us who clearly know better than we do..

To a degree of course this is helpful, however the most harmful thing that happens is we lose our SELVES; we lose touch with our DREAMS, and we often times end up on path that we never intended or wanted. Sometimes we don't even realise that we have lost ourselves. It seems so normal to do what everyone else is doing and to follow the crowd.

That is until we reach a passionless, and often times despairing, "ground-hog-day" type existence. A feeling or sense of the "same old" routine, day in day out. Like robots, every morning we get up, shower at this time; eat at that time; start work then; frantically keep up with our day and the demands,;never finish anything; arrive home feeling zonked and battered; drag ourselves through the evening with little energy, enthusiasm or love for the very things that are most important to us (family, being at home, hobbies, etc); eat a quick meal; collapse into bed in order to get up and do it all again the next day...!

Anyone relating here?

At this point I often meet most of my clients. They have realised that how they are living is not serving them, those they love or their very reason for being. This AWARENESS creates the platform for change and from here we start the magical and transformational process.

Not to say it is all roses....of course, changing FOUNDATIONS can be unsettling, disturbing at at time chaotic! Sometimes it feels that it would be better to go back to what we know...as unfulfilling and bland as it is, at least we know it...as they say, "better the devil you know"

However, for those who hang in there; those who sit with the tension and ride on through keeping their focus on what they love and what they are moving towards; the rewards do come. At first they come "hit and miss". We take one step forward, then two back. We feel disorientated, confused, lost, alarmed! Then it settles, we breathe, get perspective and move on again.

Eventually, with persistence we start to gain momentum. It becomes easier; never comfortable. You see comfort= comfort zone. As long as we hang in this space, things stay the same. If we want change we have to edge, ever so gradually out of the comfort zone; push the boundaries; GROW.

We learn to live with that feeling of growth. We accept that it is OK and acknowledge it is normal.

By resisting it, we simply waste our precious energy and time resources.

Simple acceptance and continual re-focus on our targets moves us forward.

At the end of the day, the moral of the story is, we cannot be anything or anyone others than OURSELVES. Coming home to yourself is a journey. It can be a touch and turbulent one.

The reality though is to TRY to be anything else; to LIVE a certain life; DO things a certain way; train ourselves to BE who we think we should, is INSANITY and will keep us alluded from the TRUTH of life...

We are here to be ourselves. To discover our light, shine it into the world, thereby allowing others to do the same.

Imagine how bright the world could be...

If we simply accepted, "I'm Just Me".....

Below is a reflection from a client following one of our sessions, that illustrates this journey perfectly :)

Please enjoy, and take the step today to just BE you :)

You are a DIVINE, CREATIVE and completely UNIQUE being :) There is no one like you and YOU are the ONLY person for the job of being YOU :)

Mwah! xoxoxoo

From Miss B, aka "Just Me"

"Thanks. I am feeling OK.

I have stressed myself out a lot over the past few days and half the time i don't even realise it until, like today, I can hardly stay awake and have to miss training to come home and sleep.
My throat is a bit sore, probably from being stressed and my legs hurt from running on Tuesday morning.

I find it hard to let go of my stressful thoughts because it feels like if I do then I might forget something or miss something and everything will come crashing down, which I know won't happen... I think.

It is something that i need to prove to myself is just a figment of my imagination and that i can let go.

The thing about remembering that your best is sometimes a 15km run, and sometimes your best is a 2 km walk, is something that is helping me a lot.

Also I have come to realise that I have been placing a lot of pressure on myself to do my "best" all the time with my school work, mostly because of these pretend expectations that I think everyone has of me.

Like if your the smartest girl in the class and suddenly you don't get the best mark I have convinced myself that everyone will be like, "Oh, well what the hell happened there, I thought she was the best."

I have come to realise that although it is great to be really good at something, I am striving for peoples appreciation that I never needed in the first place. I feel that i could be a lot happier just fulfilling my own wishes and being me if I wasn't trying to impress all the time because it makes everything seem a whole lot harder.

So, i am going to remember that i can only do the best with the circumstances that are given to me. Trying to cram more study or whatever in is not really going to benefit me much in the long run and unless I really enjoy it, it is not going to make me feel any better either.

School is just school, S..C..H..O...O..L. That's it.

I just want to remember that as much as I want to be, I am not superwoman.

Just Me"

Hope you enjoyed and related :)

Would love to hear any of your feedback!

xxooxo

BridgetJane
Food Body Lifestyle Guru
Writer, Speaker, Consultant
www.newleafnutrition.com.au

http://bridgetjaneguru.blogspot.com
http://bridgetthompson.blogspot.com
http://bridget-jane.blogspot.com


Sunshine Coast, QLD

"Your health is everything...Discover your TRUE health potential"

Reflections from a Wise Young Soul

It never ceases to suprise me just how wise a person is when they are in touch with their true self; their higher self; essentially their soul.

I received the following from one of my most incredibly enlightened clients and I will not reveal her identity my telling you her age, however you may get some idea..

This gave me chills of pure excitement as I read it and hope by sharing it with you, it gives you the same experience :)

Enjoy and thank you little wise one- we have all been served by your incredibly aware reflection....

Mwah! xoxox

"Things are going ok. I am starting to unravel some of the meaning from the advice that i picked up the other day during our session.

More and more clearly now, I see that what I was/am doing was not an enjoyable way to live and that sucess will come easily if you are passionate and enjoy what you do.

Every time I find myself thinking, "I wonder what that person thinks of me" or "are they laughing at me or with me?" I think "Stop, Breath In, Breath out, Let go....', and to tell the truth I find myself doing that more often than I would have thought.

There was something in a book I just read called 'Looking for Alibrandi', where this girl tells her story of her last year in high school (its fictional i think, but who cares)

"All of a sudden, I realised that I didn't care what they thought and I even began to doubt that anyone, give or take a few gossips, gave a damn either. I thought of my mum and dad, who didn't seem to worry about peoples opinions. Jacob didn't give a damn who I was either, John accepted me the way I was and Lee and Anna had never made me feel any different. So that covered all the important people and I'd be a pretentious hypocrite if others were more important to me than those who loved me."

I want to think like that from now on and be comfortable in my own shoes.

I am trying to realign the things in my life that I am doing, to ensure that I am doing them because Iwant to and because I enjoy it. This is harder than it looks.

Most of all I am trying to find time to chill out.

Thanks for the encouragement, it brightens my day."

Wow! Incredible hey? I could not have said it any better myself and I would LOVE to add one of my most favourite quotes that is the screen background on my laptop...every day it reminds me of what is important...here it is:

"Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind...."

It is my absolute FAVOURITE quote!

If any of you think you could benefit from feeling more like our annoymous contributor above, then do yourself a favour and check out my latest offering through which I hope to connect with and positively influence MILLIONS of people worldwide :)

I would LOVE you to be part of the adventure :)

Check it out here

Enjoy your day and know WHO you are and where you are is PERFECT for you right now :)

Mwah!

BridgetJane
Food Body Lifestyle Guru
Writer, Speaker, Consultant

www.newleafnutrition.com.au

http://bridgetjaneguru.blogspot.com
http://bridgetthompson.blogspot.com
http://bridget-jane.blogspot.com


Sunshine Coast, QLD

"Your health is everything...Discover your TRUE health potential"

Rockin Ruby

This week I'd love to introduce you to the newest addition to the New Leaf Nutrition family. Team Macdonald have come on board and let me tell you, these guys a force to be reckoned with!

Leading the pack, however, is effervescent and charming Ruby. This 9 year old pocket rocket is such a radiating package of happiness, its unbelievable to think she might have been struggling with energy and enthusiasm not so long ago!

Having met with Susan just one week after getting the crew on board she exclaimed, "I feel like I have a new family! Ruby is buzzing! She has made us gourmet breakky's in bed, created a lunch that was more a work of art and has been so excited and involved I just cannot believe it"

And when you take a look at these piccy's you will fall in love with a healthy lunch too! Check out the creative flair in action



Just look at the strategic positioning of the green beans and broccoli! Awesome :)




The report too was that she ate it all! Not bad for a self proclaimed non-vegie fan :)Prior to this, carrots were the only item from vegie family Ruby would consider....WOW!

What a difference! You are an AWESOME example Ruby to other children- and adults- out there! Thank you!

We will keep you updated on Team Macdonald and little Miss Ruby!

Cheers guys!xox

A private reflection...

I have been working with this client since February of this year and to say she has transformed in that time is quite an understatement!

I know when I was going through my initial journey I found it really comforting and inspirational to read the REAL and HONEST reflections of others...

Here is her reflection....certainly honest, real and inspiring! This woman is truly blossoming into the beautiful, calm and truly at peace soul I saw in her from the beginning.

Thanks F for sharing with us!

Together on the journey always!

Mwah! xoxoxo

"When I first started my sessions with Bridget I thought to myself, “What can this young thing, who has probably never been overweight in her life, teach me? I know all the right things to eat etc, I know I should exercise regularly, I know I should have limited calories and eat certain foods each week. I know all this stuff - I just don’t stick with it. I’ve been there, done that. How can she help me?” I had, however, just been diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and following the advice of my doctor I thought I’d give it another go, after all, what did I have to lose? As it turned out, nothing to lose and an immense amount to gain!

After a few sessions with Bridget, I realised if I ever wanted to achieve lasting better health, I needed to change me – the way I thought about myself- more than I needed to change how I ate. I was my own worst enemy. I had tried all the weight loss programs - I would lose weight and then give up, rapidly going back to my bad habits. I would end up putting on more than I had lost. I didn’t have good self-esteem, despite my outwardly confident and competent exterior. As Bridget pointed out, I needed to look inside, rather than outside, for reasons for my lack of follow through.

The thing that is different about Bridget’s guidance is that she focuses on the positive - what you can do, what you can eat, who you can become. She has gently led me through various stages of self-realisation to this point now, where I am a much happier person than I was. Each day now seems to have more purpose and focus.

I start the day with my morning walk which I have grown to love – it just makes me feel great! I know I can cope happily with whatever the day throws at me if I have started the day with a walk – could be the endorphins, the increased blood flow or the fresh morning air - I’m not sure which but I have much more energy all day and I’m truly happier than when I don’t walk. I eat better, more balanced meals and I eat more often, which was a bit of a bonus. Along the way I have lost around 11 kilos and still have that much more to go, but I know that, even though it is taking me some time to reach my goals, I will keep going. It has been slow and steady and achievable. It has also been very life affirming.

Bridget has also introduced me to some other great life teachers, through books we have shared, and this has further helped me to be happier in the skin I am in. Bridget truly does live what she teaches and is quite inspirational. "

F, July 09

Kick-Butt Karen!

I would LOVE to take this opportunity to give you an update on how one of my SUPERstar clients is doing so far!

When you hear the full extent of how much this incredible woman has in her life, you will truly admire how much she has achieved!

I met Karen in April of this year. When I heard that she had 2 sets of twins UNDER THE AGE OF 5, I almost freaked out with overwhelm!! Meeting Karen in person gave me a completely different feeling on the situation. She is so calm and in love with her children, nothing could be wrong!

I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Karen and her young family so far and the other day we had a MAJOR milestone! Karen ate salmon! haha. Yes you will be familiar with my love affair of this SUPER food and I can tell you it makes me SO excited when others share in enjoying its magnificence!

This one simple change in a person’s eating habits has such a profound impact on their current and later experience of health and happiness. Without going into all the details here, the omega 3 content of salmon is second to none, and the primary reason this food is so incredible for our brains, joints, hearts and yes, our happiness! :)

Anyway, here is Karen enjoying a delicious serve of SUPER SALMON, cooked to perfection by the AWESOME team at the Pipi in Mooloolaba. If you are local and have not eaten there yet, what are you doing?!!? See www.hotpipis.com.au

And what did Karen have to say of her Salmon experience?
"It is really good. I'm really enjoying it! Wow..."

So there you go! A lot of the time we just THINK we don't like something....step out of your comfort zone...TRY new things....often we need to have a food in a variety of ways before we find a way that we like it...I for one NEVER thought I'd enjoy sardines or eggplant....now they are 2 of my FAVOURITE foods!! :) If a doughnut/pastry addict can change (yes that was me!), then ANYONE can!

And I'm sure if you ask Karen, she'll tell you that if SHE can enjoy salmon, so can anyone else! In the beginning she was very adverse to ANY type of fish....

In other news, Karen has so far lost 6kg, has HEAPS more energy to keep up with her gorgeous children and is enjoying much healthier choices for all her meals and snacks. All without depriving herself of a few of her favourite indulgences including a refreshing beer, or glass of vino, here and there; dining out occasionally and going on a much deserved holiday! Go girl!!

We will give you another update soon :)

Until next time, enjoy all that life has to offer you today!

Mwah! xoxoxoxo

BridgetJane
www.newleafnutrition.com.au
0421 332 243

Brilliant Brad

I first met Brad in September 2008 at an information evening held for a pilot program I ran with another business owner called, "Red Day Energy". The concept is to improve the health of business owners and employees; without health, what is business or financial success, AND how healthy can your business stay if you are not healthy yourself?

Along with his bosses and fellow colleague, Jo (yes another Success Story below), Brad engaged in the Red Day Energy program until its completion in December of 2008. Since then he has truly consolidated a completely new lifestyle and is enjoying a very different experience to when he began.

The journey with Brad has been sensational! Seeing him transform from a young man in his early 20's who was stressed out (having his blood pressure monitored and investigated), lacking passion and simply "going through the motions", to a confident, determined and driven individual has been so rewarding!

His bosses and colleagues will attest to the dramatic transformation, as will his friends and family. In fact, some might say the transformation was such that it attracted a passionate, happy and fun relationship into his life :)

Yes, Brad is now my partner and we have been together since January 2009. Let's just say, the healthy, fit, happy and confident Brad I re-encountered after the Christmas break was too irresistable to let by! haha.

Enjoy his story guys! :) xoxo

"I met Bridget at a seminar that my workplace invited me to called Red Day Energy. At first I didn't really know what to expect. I knew nothing about what this seminar was going to be selling, out of interest I tagged along.

Sitting there listening to Bridget and listening to all the facts and figures that were spoken I started to realise that I was living my life in all the wrong ways. When I thought I was eating healthy – I wasn't, When I thought I had energy – I never did. I can say all this now because I have been taught by Bridget the fundementals of living a happy, fullfiling, energized and active lifestyle. She taught me to start thinking healthy- in ALL aspects of my life, not just food- and when you start thinking healthy you start being healthy.

My boss signed me up to this course and I was keen to find out more so I agreed. My goal was to be able to cook healther meals and to lose some weight and also to be a happeir person and to be able to deal with stress a lot better..
I started Red Day Energy at 86kg. My goal weight was to be around 75kg.
I was a bit optimistic about the whole thing and I always thought “how hard can it be”, but I never made an effort to actually do it. Until I started to see Bridget.

I was determined to get to the goals I set myself. Bridget had some fantastic ideas and I love cooking so I put those ideas into practice. I found that it is actually much easier to cook healthy meals, I was always under the impression that it takes to much time and I never had that time. These were just excuses I was telling myself.

Now everything I eat is 100 times healthier than what I used to eat. When I compare shopping lists from the past to now, it makes me laugh; no wonder I felt so terrible! I also now eat things I always thought I didn't like, such as avocado, sweet potato and eggplant! My preferences for foods have completely changed and if I eat something I used to like, my body reacts very badly. It is so easy to stay on track because my body now craves and prefers what I have learnt to eat. To me it is now natural and simple!

I am now weighing in at 74kg. I have also maintained this weight give or take 1kg. I feel fantastic and I have such a positive outlook on life now. I feel confident in the descisions I make at work. I feel so much better in myself. My stress levels have dramatically turned around and I am so much more happier with my life and in myself

Thanks Bridget for all of your inspiration and support!"

Meet Magnificent Michelle!

I first met Michelle in July of 2008. To say she had been somewhat "hand-balled" by health professionals and doctors to date is fair. She, as well as her mother, were feeling very frustrated, yet they were determined to find answers. In their quest, they came across me :)

I am so glad they did! Michelle is now firing along in life having completed her Diploma in an area of study she is passionate about, and now moving out of home and in with her boyfriend! Her confidence, self-acceptance and happiness have really blossomed!

It has been incredibly fulfilling to work with Michelle and to see the changes it has meant not only for her life and self-reltionship, but also for her mum, who is incredibly proud of her beautiful daughter.

Life is now flowing for Michelle and she can finally move on from something that was haunting her and holding her back for so long! :)

Here is what Marion, her mother, had to say:

"When my daughter first met Bridget, she was really struggling with her weight, food choices and motivation. She had recently joined a gym where she heard about a 'nutrition guru'. After some discussion together, we decided to set up a consultation with Bridget. The rest is history!! Bridget hit on some key information that really helped my daughter begin to make very good food choices, eg she now always has a bag of carrots in the fridge at home and work for munching on when she is peckish, and she understands so much more about making lifestyle changes with food rather than to 'diet'. Now she has lost over 47 kg, feels so much healthier and loves being able to buy clothes off the rack that fit. Prior to meeting Bridget, we had met with other dietary professionals but always came away feeling overwhelmed having been told information that really didn't work for her. We are so glad to have met Bridget as she unlocked important weight loss keys that have brought great success. Thanks Bridget!!!!" Marion, Buderim, QLD

Congrats Michelle! You are an AWESOME inspiration to SO many people out there! Thank you for sharing your story! :)


Cheers! xoxxoxoxo
BridgetJane
Food Body Lifestyle Guru
Writer, Speaker, Consultant
www.newleafnutrition.com.au
http://bridgetjaneguru.blogspot.com
http://bridgetthompson.blogspot.com
http://bridget-jane.blogspot.com

Sunshine Coast, QLD

"Your health is everything...Discover your TRUE health potential"

Introducing the NEW Jodie!

BEFORE

Some of you will remember and know a little bit about Miss Jodie and her journey. Well, let me just say....this girl has blown my mind in terms of the transformation she has gone through in 4 MONTHS!!! She has absolutely blossomed into the incredibly beautiful, talented, articulate and subtly confident girl she always was.

Jodie, working with you has been such a blessing and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for the opportunity and for you opening up so much to me and trusting me so implicitly!

I know we will stay in touch for ever and continue to share this journey called LIFE! Next......I can hear baby cries..... lol...

To all of you out there....I hope you can feel the truth in Jodie's words and perhaps allow them to inspire you in some way!

Let me reintroduce you to Incredible Jodie!

AFTER (March 09)

xoxoxo

"Bridget,
Our sessions may have come to an end but I will never forget everything you have given me.
Not only have you taught me the fundamentals of nutritious food, you have taught me how to use all this extra energy that I have as an outcome of eating well and put it towards the other facets of my life. I feel that I am a changed person for the better and that my life is heading in the right direction. I am happier, healthier, energized, committed, confident, and more importantly enjoying my new life.

Towards the end of our sessions I was starting to get scared that once our sessions ended, I would fall back into my rut. However, the knowledge I have acquired from Bridget will last me a lifetime and the idea of being able to pass on my knowledge to my children (when I have them) and build a happy and healthy home for them gives me much comfort.

I must say Bridget that I never imagined eating the right foods would be so enjoyable. I enjoy shopping for food more than clothes now, having a kitchen full of colourful fruit and veg looks amazing. I take photos of my dinners now just because they look so amazing I want to share them with others. It tastes just as good as it looks which is even better. I haven’t looked back or craved my old food either, my body has adapted to this food, which has assisted in me continuing with this healthy lifestyle more easily.

I am still taking baby steps towards my goals, and only this week I have been getting up an hour earlier every morning and not once (yet) have I not bounced out of bed with enthusiasm. I don’t make myself exercise either, I just get up and do something active, whether it be cleaning, washing, swimming, 1 hour on Wii Fit, or today I even went out and climbed up and down the Stairs from level 1 to level 8 about five times. Never thought I would, but I’ve felt better since I’ve started doing this. Don’t know how I’ll go in Winter, but that’s my next step….

I came to you Bridget, because I wanted to up my energy levels (as I couldn’t lift myself up after having Chronic Fatigue), and to lose weight. Bridget you more than exceeded my expectations of you and for the lifetime knowledge you gave me, I thank you. You’re the best."

You can't lose weight without a diet, structure or rules! Or can you...? :)

Another insight into belief; facing the fear and doing it anyway!

Wow! How courageous my clients have been of late. Fearing so much in their minds and still going ahead anyway! How admirable!

You know though....the only way I have ever reached success is by following EXACTLY the same path....feeling apprehensive, sceptical, scared, but listening to that tiny little voice in me that said, "What if it IS ok? What if it IS safe? Imagine..." Usually the person I was taking advice from was someone I trusted, someone who had the results I wanted in their life. So it was easier for me to take that "leap of faith".

I hope my next client's sharing helps you to feel more at ease about facing any fears, insecurities, uncertainties that YOU have, holding you back from achieving your innermost desires, dreams and goals. This lady is in her mid 50's, works part-time in a fairly intensive environment and over the years had neglected herself so much so, that she had lost her faith that she could still achieve her dreams...I hope her sharing helps you to see that we all sometimes doubt, fear and feel lost...the moral is:


You CAN achieve anything you set your mind to! All you need is a decision, belief, ACTION and resilience! Resilience to never give up; to bounce back and learn from challenges; to keep going even when it's TOUGH :)

Go all of you!!!! You CAN do it!

Until next time.....xoxoxoxoxo


"Dear Bridget-Jane,
I still have to pinch myself, because I still can’t quite believe I’m managing to do this…When you told me that the plan you had in mind for me was no plan, no structure, no diet I nearly fell off my chair. I thought, she’s got to be joking: never, not once in my life, have I been able to just eat what I want and enjoy food. And be slim. I thought, how’s a person who needs and likes structure going to have success with weight and health this way? Especially in the recent past, I’ve tended to be a mood-determined eater: when there was something to celebrate, out with the cake and cream, the crackers, the camembert, the glass of wine. When there was something to worry about, a coffee shop stop was a must and I needed that piece of cheesecake with the full-cream latte. I hung in there and finished it all up, even after it was starting to make me feel sick…

The idea of respecting my body enough to listen to what it was asking me to eat was scary to me. Like learning a foreign language, in fact. I guess in so many ways in all my life and work I’ve been doing the exact opposite: driving my body on when it’s telling me there’s nothing left, that the tank was empty. So I didn’t even have the confidence to think that I knew what listening to my body even felt like. For me, these last ten days have been a leap of faith, a whole new experience or experiment. I’ve been set free from the tyranny of planning meals down to the last detail. I’ve been winging it, being creative, daring to throw in my own bits and pieces and flavours with the suggestions that come from a recipe. Both my husband and I have been enjoying the smaller but tastier meals. He’s really supportive of the new adventure too, and I’ve become interested again in shopping for different, new, interesting foods.

It’s only been ten days, but guess what? I’ve lost a few kilos into the bargain. When I filled out your initial questionnaire, I was weighing about 68 kg. The scales are now telling me I’m just below 65 kg – again, I can’t quite believe it. Yes, it’s a little bit akin to walking on water. Something tells me I just have to keep looking straight ahead, and not give way to fear…

I’ll see you later
xx"

Re-Learning to BELIEVE in yourself...a client's private journey

Belief in yourself is absolutely essential in order to achieve any goals you set yourself....if you do not actually really believe you CAN achieve something, then I guarantee you won't.....AND it will be a struggle...

For this reason, I work VERY HARD with my clients on their MINDSET..where your head is at, your body, health and all successes, follow...it is inevitable...

Remember too, those that have achieved the seemingly impossible....Lance Armstrong, Oprah Winfrey, President Obama. How did they do it?!!? How did they achieve things that others thought were impossible at one stage? It's all in the ATTITUDE! They were CERTAIN they WOULD achieve their visions...they believed in themselves, backed themselves and NEVER gave up....

So...here I share with you a client's very private reflection on her journey so far, and her feelings after our session yesterday.

I am grateful to this client for being generous enough to share her private thoughts with us. For privacy, her name has been changed. Thank you Alice ;0)

"Hello Bridget :)

Firstly I would like to say Thank you for being a crazy, psycho Chatterbox, I missed a very bad accident by about 10 minutes this afternoon just as I was entering the Brisbane suburbs. Had I left when I did it may have been me involved. Phew ! ( I hope everyone was ok).

Anyway, I have scanned that sheet you gave me & added 2 statements on cards that I bought today when I left you. As I was walking past a shop, not far from Hot Pipi's, I saw them & just had to buy them :) And on the radio there was a song with the words "give yourself permission to shine" so I am getting lots of messages (just starting to hear them !).

Your session today helps me more than you know ! I do believe I can achieve so much more but have so much doubt & listening to you breaks it down so simply that my mind can process it. I love the fact that it is so simple & when you actually tell me I'm already doing some of these things I go "yeah that's right" but hadn't seen it from that view. I know we haven't spoken much about food but I believe this area is an important part for me. I have lost belief in my abilities because I put too much pressure on myself (trying to make it more difficult) & when I speak with you that strong confident Alice comes up :) I want her to be up & out more often, without the help of Bridget Ha Ha Ha.

I was thinking on the way home how different I was today compared to the 1st time we meet, I was so scared & even too scared to speak. But today I approached Hot Pippi's with confidence & told them I was meeting with you & that you were running late & ordered a Chai & said we'd sit at our usual table. I would have previously wandered around nervously until you had arrived:) Cool hey ! I usually have difficulties being alone, but was comfortable with it today.

I'm really going to work on my goals & develop my self belief & the "I Am" statements will really help me with this. That's another thing, I absolutely love that fact you send me an extra bit after we have spoken, makes me feel special & that you're still thinking about me ...Thank you MWAH, MWAH :)

Ok I will send my 4 am questions through at some stage of the day tomorrow,

Thanks again Bridget I love you heaps,

Alice(Name changed) XXX
P.S this is the longest email I've sent to you LOL"

Shopping to a System- save time, save money! :)

Just thought I would share with you the reflections of one of my supermarket shopping tour participants...goes to show that just because we've always done something a certain way, or accepted something "just is like that"/"that's how it is"....sometimes, we can be shown that it is not so/does not have to be so.... :)

I am very grateful for the honest reflections sent to me by this participant in this email. Thank you so very much K!

Enjoy guys xo

"Hi Bridget,

My name is K (name removed for privacy purposes) - I attended the last shopping trip at Kawana - thank you (husband) and I are looking at shopping and food in a different light now.

I have been using your system of planning our nightly meals and shopping to them - yes I have seen a decrease in cost of shopping each week and we can get it
done so much quicker (even after only two weeks) thank you so much.

Last night for dinner I served up your Thai Fish Cakes - ((husband)and I have two boys - aged 14 and 11) I'm sorry to say the boys couldn't eat them - too spicy mum
when I told them we need to eat fish twice a week - the old grumbles came out - I can do a grilled or home crumbed fish fillets and also Salmon Mornay but I guess we will get sick of eating these every week - would you have any ideas for me to help them enjoy a variety of healthy foods?

I hope this isn't tooooooo forward - my apologises if it is.

Many thanks
K"

Elizabeth Eats Salmon! :)

This is an update on Elizabeth's journey. This week she has had a breakthrough! After telling me over and over how much she dislikes fish and how even the smell makes her gag, lets hear what she has to say now :)


"Hello !!! LOOK :) I made Salmon and ate it & enjoyed it :)

I cooked it in lime juice,eschallots,garlic & honey...absolutely delicious.

I've had a good week-end & printed out a few of your statements from Facebook & stuck them on my mirror !! It's the closet thing to you actually moving in with us LOL

Look forward to seeing you on Tuesday,

Love you heaps,

Elizabeth x"
Awesome news!

SO! All you self-proclaimed fish haters out there......you can LEARN TO LOVE this wonderful, amazing food! :)

We will hear from Brad soon on his journey and how he is enjoying tastes he never imagine he would like and is finding his old favourites bland and un-exciting! :)

Wow! The power of good food!

Warning: IT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE!

Until next time guys! Get crazy- experiment and TRY things you think you HATE for the love of your health and your body! ;p

Cheers!
xoxoxoxoo

Rageing Rex! From 101 to 79.5! WOW!

Well guys it has been a long, beautiful and flourishing relationship between myself and one of my very first Sunny Coast clients, Rex Morrow.

I first met Rex in September of 06, and back then you might say he was somewhat down about his health...lets refresh on his story so far...

(From my Success Stories page at www.newleafnutrition.com.au)

(February 07)



In his 50's Rex Morrow is as fit and healthy as he has been in a very long time and leading a very different life to 17 months ago.
Suffering a heart attack over 4 years ago was not as rude a wake up call as the diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes in September 06.

This news spurred Rex into action and lead to his introduction to Bridget, as part of his health team.

Weighing in at 101kg, Rex was stressed, suffering low moods, tired, and lacking energy. He was on a cholesterol lowering medication and facing the real possibility of adding a diabetic medication to this.

By making a few simple changes to his diet and learning the basics about food, Rex noticed changes quickly. Rex's food choices were by no means "unhealthy options", in fact they were quite good. It came down to a few consistent changes that made a significant, and almost immediately noticeable, difference to his energy levels, moods and general feelings of wellbeing.

Exercise on a regular basis helps Rex find himself in full momentum of a completely new lifestyle.

Today at 84kg Rex still wants to shift a few more kilo's, however feels 150% better than he did. Not only does he have sky high energy levels, he is much happier, proud of his achievement and enjoying the pleasant side effect of immaculately clear skin! Acne had been a haunt for the better part of his life.



Additionally, Rex reports much better vision, practically non-existent irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and a much more positive and exciting outlook on life. During his time working with Bridget, Rex faced a major life upheaval and managed it much more easily than he might've had he not transitioned to a more healthy, vital and happier lifestyle.

Rex supports more than anyone the amazing and multi-faceted effect lifestyle change can make to your life.

He says "it wasn't that hard at all. I'm thoroughly enjoying the foods I'm eating, I don't miss alcohol, and I still include a few of my favourite indulgences every now and then". Before I met Bridget I was overweight and lacked energy.”

“After meeting Bridget over a year ago, and adhering mostly to her recommendations I have shed over 23kgs, lots inches ....down from XXL to M size and am close to my goal weight for good health and energy”

“Now I see Bridget for follow-ups, and fresh ideas on meals. Losing and maintaining weight loss is a lifestyle thing...not a quick fix drink from a can. I occasionally get a bit of a stern lecture from Bridget for wandering off the path”

Life with a healthy heart and mind, and without the threat of diabetes, has been well worth the effort for Rex.


And today???

This is the latest from Rex....

(March 09)

"G'day Bridget,

Shee ....I just got on the scales yes they are my electronic ones And they read 79.5kgs.............How good is that !!!!!!
Celebarated with a glass of wine and took the dog for another walk....LOL!!!

Made a mean mayo to go on salad tonight....

4 small chillies(home grown), 4 cloves of garlic and 5 tablespoons of Low Fat (Vaalia Natural) yoghurt..with a pinch of salt.....nearly blew my head off so added 3 more tablespoons of yoghurt and perfect

HooRoo!,
Rex"

I asked Rex permission to share this milestone, obviously he agreed. In response to the request of an updated piccy, Rex had this to say....

"Re a pic...will need some new clothes as I was told that even my jeans
of 6 months are starting to look baggy LOL!
Will get one to you in a couple of weeks"

So there you have it!

A wonderful story of continuing success! We look forward to the updated picture :)

Rex you truly are an inspiration and example to so many others out there with similar challenges and who also may feel overwhelmed and even somewhat overcome by their situation at times.

Thank you SO much for sharing and we look forward to many more great, quick, tasty, healthy recipe/food ideas from you!

Cheers!

BridgetJane xo

Ecstatic Elizabeth and Happy Lil Harrison

Hi Bridget,

Thank you so very much for chatting with me today ...I feel great & much more confident :).

When I first came to you it was to improve my eating habits in order to improve the habits of my family but after today you have helped me with more than that ! I love the way you inspire me to do the best I can just by believing in me & breaking things down so I'm not tempted to say it's all too hard. I especially admire your positiveness. I really enjoyed our lunch today & felt great & proud of myself after I left (although I was actually scared to eat in front of you because I am still fussy). I am determined to get my mind in shape as I feel this controls a lot of what I do & I will PRACTICE my exercises everyday ...I Promise ! ....I am wonderful, I am capable, I am strong & I am a great person X

I'll leave you with the wonderful quotes from Harrison 6yrs...

QUOTE 1: "Harrison do you want a treat?","No thanks Dad, I don't want a treat, Bridget doesn't want us to have them & I am trying to keep on Track!"

QUOTE 2: "Harrison would you like some on Mummies Chocolate Birthday cake?", " No thanks Mum, I want Bridget to be proud of me !"

Out of the mouths of babes LOL

Hope you like the photos, I put the ones in of the kids (I took that a few weeks ago)


Love Elizabeth XXX

Kooking with the Kieser's Part 2

This is fresh footage from our latest FUN Kooking Klass! :)

The recipe for this fortnight was Dukkah Crusted Salmon with CousCous. Again, Joshy was not too pleased with the selection, and was very apphrensive re the couscous!


However, once again, he was convinced that there was a way for couscous to taste incredibly good!

"A small sprinkle of parmesan made all the difference! I LOVED the oven-baked crusty soy and linseed roll with the low fat avocado dip!!" said Josh excitedly.

Yes he did! In fact he repeatedly asked for more of the rolls! lol

The class was another success and the tastes were delectible!

Julius was very stoked, with this reflection offered, "Bridget, thanks for the fancy feed last night. You consistently make traditionally boring foods into a taste exploration without sacrificing any of the goodness, by taking us gently (mostly) on a journey of enlightenment, wonder and discovery, sliced deeply with simplicity and practicality and intertwined comfortably with good nature and belly laughs".

All round it was a very fun night and all in attendance were more than happy and satisfied with the tucker on offer.

For a copy of the recipe email me OR click here




Yours in health till next time! Mwah! xoxoxo

BridgetJane
Food Body Lifestyle Guru
Writer, Speaker, Consultant
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Kooking with the Kieser's! Part 1

Hi all!

This is the first part of a shared blog between myself and the members of the Kieser Klan :)

Meet Sharny, Joshy and Julius! What a team and what a beautiful family!

I have the blessing of seeing these guys every fortnight for FUN Kooking Klasses :)

This experience has suprisingly been as educational FOR ME, as it has for them :)

The photo above was taken during one of our early classes. The meal for the evening was Cheater's Thai Fish Cakes (you can get a copy of this recipe by emailing me- details below OR click here)

It was Australia Day and let me tell you, little Mr Joshua was NOT happy we were not eating LAMB! (Good little Aussie he is! Sam Kekovich would be SO proud! lol)

He was in fact incredibly unhappy at the menu choice, however, his frown was very soon turned upside down when he discovered JUST HOW GOOD the burgers were :)

An unhappy little camper soon turned into a RAVING fan of this recipe and could not wait until the very next class :)

A random reflection from Sharny, "I never knew healthy food could taste SO good! I always thought it had to be bland....meat and 3 veg type thing....I didn't know so much colour, flavour and texture could be put into one meal...this is great! Thanks Bridget!!"


So in summary for this first part, yes good food CAN taste incredibly amazing AND be incredibly QUICK to whip together. The meal featured here takes a maximum 15 mins to throw together!

You can serve the fish cakes on soy and linseed buns for hungry men, growing children
and those who lead an ACTIVE lifestyle. Sweet potato wedges or chippies are also a delicious addition!

For those looking for a lower carb, gluten/wheat free option, serve on a large salad with plenty of vegies incorporated. A small amount of Sweet Chilli Sauce is a magical way to top these beauties!



Enjoy guys! xoxoxoxo

One month after starting

Jodie

This is a progress update....I will post more as Jodie continues along... The top section is her latest update and the lower section is one month after starting...
What a champ!! Jodie has changed so much, and definitely not just physically! This girl is REALLY coming alive and is honestly unbeatable! Jodie, you are a testament to just hw drastically your life can change with just a few, simple, consistent changes....thank you for the journey so far! I am SO excited about the rest! Mwah! xox

(10th Jan 09)
"This morning I had a bit of quiet time to myself and was starting to reflect on the past couple of days after our talk.
Was thinking about all the little things I've changed so far and done that I wouldn't of normally done otherwise.
Eg, made a new friend last night, went and visited my grandma, actually listening to people and showing interest, not caring what people think of me etc....
I started crying my eyes out all of a sudden as I was starting to realise how good I'm doing and how my life is positively changing right before my eyes.

I am finally feeling that I might just become that person I've always wanted to be........Quite overwhelming really!
I can feel it within myself already, my whole attitude is changing.

I'm really liking the new me and am looking forward to seeing what I'm capable of becoming.......(and here come the tears again now as I write this)

Thank you Bridget!!!!!!!!"


(7th Jan 09)
"I'm sorry I haven't written this sooner, but my holiday was allot more full on than I had expected.
Oh and guess what! I managed to lose weight over the festive period. Only half a kilo but I'm just stoked I didn't gain any, like every other year!
I had the best time over the break, I felt amazing and had a bundle of energy to keep up with everything happening. I would of otherwise, been lazing around on the couch or sleeping in while Mitch went out and did fun stuff with his family!

Just wanted to say how ecstatic I am with my new life, my new me, and my whole new outlook for the future!
I wake up looking forward to the day and plan in my head each morning how I want my day to be and eat the foods to let me do so.
I've been so excited with all the new foods and ways of cooking them that I haven't had time to miss the foods I used to eat!

I'm sleeping so much better than I used to (I'd toss and turn till 2 sometimes 3am) and now I wake up not feeling tired anymore.
I think my poor couch is missing me too as I haven't sat on it since I started with you. I get home of an afternoon and just can't stop, I have so much energy I just have to keep moving. Whether it be cleaning, working, washing or most of the time preparing all the delicious foods for the next day. I would usually be straight to the couch when I get home to lay down as I would just be out of energy by then! Now I find myself on the go, right up till bed time!

I even feel myself being a nicer person towards my work colleagues and strangers. All this energy has inspired me to better myself in other ways not just losing weight and having more energy!

One thing I have noticed most is how all my friends and family have been so interested and envious of what I'm eating. I thought that I'd have a tough time not letting them talk me into eating junk food with them. Instead they've either just let me eat my own food or sometimes even asked if they could have some of mine instead! I find myself offering people for a taste of my meal now, because I know how much tastier my meal is compared to theirs. I think I've made about 8 people addicted to Salmon now, most of which had never tried it before!

The biggest surprise of all is how easy the transition has been.

You’re the best Bridget!"

You too can shine, no matter your challenges

Nicky (QLD)

Personally, I learnt SO much from Nicky. What an amazing girl, and gee, what challenges life has thrown at her already! At 26 years of age, Nicky has had to do one of the hardest things any of us will have to do in our lives...She has had to say goodbye to her beautiful mum, with whom she had such a great bond and connection.

I have never dealt with loss of this type before, so personally and professionally it challenged me. Together Nicky and I worked out a way to embrace her mum's presence and for her to continue her life, not trying to FORGET her mum, but to carry her along with her always.

This has been a beautiful journey and I will always cherish the opportunity to have worked with Nicky. Thank you hun, for trusting me so much and sharing something so private, precious and painful with me. You will forever remain in my heart and mind! xo
Now from Nicky....

"Before I met Bridget I felt like I was just eating and eating, although it was healthy food, I kept putting on weight and couldn't work out why. I thought that if it's healthy then there is no problem how much I eat. But I kept feeling hungry so I would eat some more. I am a typical emotional eater but didn't know what to do. My mum passed away and things just became so overwhelming. I felt like I was drowning and just kept eating. I put on nearly 10kg in a month and was desperate to stop this.

After a couple of months I phoned Bridget to arrange a meeting. I was quite excited thinking that I would get a diet plan, an exercise plan and be told exactly what to eat and when.

After our first session I realised this was not what I was going to get. Instead I realised how emotional nutrition can be.

We organised fortnightly sessions and after meeting with Bridget I felt like I was on a high.

She taught me so much about myself and it was interesting to hear an outsiders point of view of my eating patterns. I realised just how much energy I was eating and how much I was using and noticed that I was eating a whole lot more! No wonder I put on weight!!

The main focus of our sessions was to work out why I was an emotional eater and move away from that.

Bridget has taught me a whole new philosophy which revolves around enjoying life as it is right now! And being grateful for things I have and things I have done. 'This too shall pass' was something that I will never forget.

I now feel that I have the tools to be able to deal with anything. I also have a lot more energy, am losing weight and just feel better about myself. I can't stop telling my family and friends and they are now enjoying these benefits too! I realised that nutrition is not just what you should or shouldn't eat, it's a whole lot more. Thanks Bridget!!!

It's funny, I was just thinking back over what I was like when we first met. So much has changed!! I am so grateful for all your support and your friendship. I definately know that we crossed paths for a reason.
I will call you to meet up when I'm on the coast."

Nicky Thompson, Brisbane, QLD

Terry loves Salmon! :)

Terry is a client from one of my Clinics. When he first came to me he was very apprehensive that dietary advice could make a difference....he also "hated salmon"... :)
I am pleased and confident to say Terry has a completely renewed attitude and approach to nutrition, salmon (now LOVES it!!), and life in general! Nothing is holding him back and he is moving full steam ahead with the vigour and energy of a person 20 years younger!

Go Terry! :) xo


How I came to see Bridget...

As a person with type 2 Diabetes and long term chronic psoriasis, I agreed with my doctor some 4 months ago, to proceed with a G P Management Plan. This plan specified a series of goals to be achieved in order to control my blood sugar levels, and prevent further complications associated with diabetes. The plan required me to see a Dietician, who happened to be Bridget. When I first met Bridget, I initially felt a little threatened and apprehensive that my daily diet would be reviewed. I had concerns over my high sugar levels and needing to take extra medication. My energy levels were low and I suffered from headaches.
Bridget is a good listener and her encouragement and enthusiasm helped my confidence. Her practical suggestions were not overwhelming and I felt ready to make changes.
Bridget stressed that she was available at any time to help. Her support made me feel that all changes were a joint effort. There was no negativity, just a positive view to the future.


Where I am at.... (As at November 08- Terry has since lost more weight)

Since my first visit to Bridget, approximately 3 months ago, I feel I have turned my life around. I have had a complete diet turnaround! My energy level has increased and my sugar levels have reduced dramatically. I also have less headaches.
I feel more in control.I have achieved a weight reduction of 9 kgs ( my target is 10 kgs ), and I have halved my blood sugar levels. Of the 7 individual targets set by my doctor, I have already achieved 6 of them.


How do I feel?

Because I now take a greater part in preparing and cooking food
for healthy living, I feel that I am contributing more than I did previously.


It feels good to share the responsibility with my wife.


I also like the feeling of control. I control what I eat and subsequently how my body feels.


One of the benefits of eating healthy food is that I have a lot more energy.No more feeling lethargic or having to have those long midday naps/sleeps.


What have the changes meant for me?

With Bridget's help and support, both my wife and I have a far more healthy life. We share the load and in addition to feeling better now, I have no doubt that we will reap the benefits long term. I look forward to using the decisions that I make to take responsibility and control future outcomes regarding my health.





Thanks to my doctor and Bridget I feel that my life is now back on track and with my wife look forward to many happy years with our grandchildren.