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Your Guide to Well Being thru Holistic Nutrition

Learn how to be proactive about your health care and be part of the most important shift in thinking of our time. Why do so many people suffer with nagging health issues? Why are the rates of serious disease climbing? How can we do better at preventing illness? Why are there conflicting views on what constitutes a “healthy” diet? These questions reflect a health care crisis that cannot be addressed without dramatic change. This cutting-edge book offers proven solutions from holistic nutrition. You Can Be Well has a message of hope: You have the capacity to be well; you need not resign yourself to living in ill health. But, there are challenges. Economic and political systems in North America support a health care system that waits until you are sick to intervene, an approach called “sick-care”. You don’t have to wait until you are sick to take charge of your health. This is only possible using the holistic approach outlined in these pages—one based on healthy diet, exercise, toxin-free living, and becoming emotionally balanced. Whether you currently enjoy good health or already suffer a health condition, you will discover your path to wellness here. “Eloquently transports medicine from an archaic symptom based allopathic model to one that gives readers hope and empowerment. It is the best, clearest and most comprehensive book I have ever read on holistic health.” ~Edward D. H. Schroeder, RMT Ruth Thompson has a wealth of experience in promoting health for individuals and communities. In 1992 she graduated with a Master of Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario. During her social work career she advocated for food security and safe, supportive neighbourhoods. After struggling to find answers to her daughter’s mysterious illness, she attended the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition and, in 2004, became a Holistic Nutritionist. Since then she has developed a successful clinical practice in Cambridge, Ontario. You Can Be Well is her first book.

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Reviews as posted on Amazon.ca Most helpful customer reviews 5.0 out of 5 By Edward D H Schroeder, RMT Format: Paperback Verified Purchase With unusual clarity, Ruth Thompson encourages us to shift our thinking to a more holistic, multifactorial and positive approach to chronic illness. You Can Be Well eloquently transports medicine from an archaic symptom based allopathic model to one that gives readers hope and empowerment. It is the best, clearest and most comprehensive book I have ever read on holistic health. Physicians and patients alike will benefit from reading this book. 4.0 out of 5 stars By Debora Palmieri, RHN "You Can Be Well" is a thorough and comprehensive guide to nutrition. It is packed with important information and discusses the many challenges people face nowadays when it comes to eating well and being well. The author offers easy, practical steps that anyone can follow to begin making health-supportive choices and thereby improving ones health. As a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, I would recommend this book to those looking to develop a greater understanding of holistic nutrition and wellness. 5.0 out of 5 stars By Maria Format: Paperback I highly recommend Ruth Thompsons book “You Can Be Well” to everyone; The book provides clear and concise direction towards making better choices towards our health with easy to follow instructions. The benefits of having this book on hand are numerous as it is packed with information that has already made a substantial difference towards my own health. Let “You Can Be Well” By Ruth Thompson be your Guide. 4.0 out of 5 stars By Myra Format: Paperback I enjoyed reading this holistic nutrition guide. It is well thought out, providing factual and insightful knowledge and tools to assist you in finding the right balance in achieving your healthy lifestyle. This is an excellent resource that I will keep on hand . 5.0 out of 5 stars Published 8 months ago by Kay Crawford There is a mountain of useful information packed into this little book. Anyone interested in good health or people with health challenges that need support should read this book. 5.0 out of 5 stars Published 8 months ago by Kathy Holland What a well written book which is easily a reference later when needed. It has provided tremendous insight to the diet choices we make, misconceptions clarified, amongst other areas of the book discussing better health and wellness. 4.0 out of 5 stars Published 9 months ago by Jane Christensen I did enjoy reading your book and believe that it will be a good overview for those who are suffering from being unwell without any idea what is causing them problems.

T hroughout my career I have been concerned with healthy communities and individuals. I started my career in social services. On a voluntary level, I was involved in the formation of the Self-help Food Bank in Cambridge, Ontario. After completing a Masters degree in social work, I was the director of the Social Planning Council in Cambridge. I was involved in the organization’s early years to initiate much needed research, planning and community participation in the development of local human services. M y life changed radically when my 12 year old daughter developed a mysterious ailment. It took three years to find effective treatment. Then it took another three years to bring her back to good health. During those first three years, some doctors told us this was all in her head, even though she was sick most of the winter and spring. She went from a good student and a competitive athlete to a girl who could not get through a school day and had no energy for any physical activity. Two years into this ordeal, I was so distraught that I gave up a paid job to focus on getting her well. In my search for answers, I discovered a natural healing process through Holistic Nutrition. While completing my studies to become a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, I learned how to help my daughter re-gain her health. Today she is a healthy, active young woman. It could very easily have been different if I had not learned how to make her diet part of the healing process T hese experiences gave me a firm conviction that we can take more charge of our health through nutrition. However, I know first hand that good nutrition is not always obvious. Many people need help to determine the right diet for them. Through individual nutritional counseling and speaking engagements, I am committed to helping others achieve their optimal well being.

Your Guide to Well Being thru Holistic Nutrition

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T hroughout my career I have been concerned with healthy communities and individuals. I started my career in social services. On a voluntary level, I was involved in the formation of the Self-help Food Bank in Cambridge, Ontario. After completing a Masters degree in social work, I was the director of the Social Planning Council in Cambridge. I was involved in the organization’s early years to initiate much needed research, planning and community participation in the development of local human services. M y life changed radically when my 12 year old daughter developed a mysterious ailment. It took three years to find effective treatment. Then it took another three years to bring her back to good health. During those first three years, some doctors told us this was all in her head, even though she was sick most of the winter and spring. She went from a good student and a competitive athlete to a girl who could not get through a school day and had no energy for any physical activity. Two years into this ordeal, I was so distraught that I gave up a paid job to focus on getting her well. In my search for answers, I discovered a natural healing process through Holistic Nutrition. While completing my studies to become a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, I learned how to help my daughter re- gain her health. Today she is a healthy, active young woman. It could very easily have been different if I had not learned how to make her diet part of the healing process T hese experiences gave me a firm conviction that we can take more charge of our health through nutrition. However, I know first hand that good nutrition is not always obvious. Many people need help to determine the right diet for them. Through individual nutritional counseling and speaking engagements, I am committed to helping others achieve their optimal well being.