#1 - HOW IS RESTART DIFFERENT THAN OTHER PROGRAMS?
A very important aspect of the RESTART® program is that it was created by a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (like me) and it's based on in-depth training in holistic nutrition. It is also a LIVE, interactive class. You don't have to do this alone! Along with your fellow participants (whether in person or via Zoom/virtual), I will guide you every step of the way and be here to answer any questions that come up.
One of the biggest differences that I love about RESTART, along with powerful nutrition education, is that it uses ONLY real food. There are no pills, powders, shakes, or gimmicks…just real food that you buy and prepare on your own!
Although you may experience better fitting clothes and/or weight loss, among many other benefits, RESTART® is not a “diet” plan. It is a personal experience of self-discovery that will provide you with tools you can use for a lifetime.
#2 - HOW IS THE PROGRAM SET UP / WHAT WILL IT LOOK LIKE?
The program is designed to be part education, part sugar elimination, and part small-group support (an awesome combo). There are 5 weekly classes (taught by yours truly), which last about 60-90 minutes each, depending on the size of the class. The average class size is 4-5 people, but the max number is 10. We will cover a different topic each week, such as Food Mindset and Preparation, Digestion, Blood Sugar, and Dietary Fats. Below is the weekly schedule:
Week 1: This week is all about PREPARATION and planning. We will talk about what to expect from the program, and how to prepare mentally, physically, and emotionally for your successful REAL FOOD challenge. You’ll set your intentions for the program, and lastly you’ll receive a foods list which will guide you on what to eat and what not to eat throughout Restart. After your first week in the program, you will start your sugar elimination protocol which will last 3 weeks.
Week 2: This week is all about DIGESTION. Healthy digestion is critical - how is yours? Find out how it’s designed to work and how to optimize your digestion to get the most out of your healthy diet.
Week 3: BLOOD SUGAR REGULATION. This week we will learn how your body responds to excess sugar and refined carbs, and how to get off the sugar rollercoaster.
Week 4: We unveil the truth about dietary FATS and why healthy fats are essential to your diet. Learn which ones to enjoy, which ones to avoid and why.
Week 5: YOU DID IT! You can move forward with your success and keep feeling great! Learn how to integrate the tools and skills you’ve acquired through The RESTART® Program.
I will provide materials for you on the day of class each week, as well as email support throughout the program. You will have access to lots of recipes and resources, as well as lifetime access to a private Facebook group with myself and your fellow Restarters for added support!
#3 - HOW MUCH TIME WILL THIS REQUIRE OF ME EACH WEEK?
The only scheduled obligations are the weekly classes (which are 60-90 minutes each). Beyond that, time spent at home will include shopping for and preparing nourishing foods based on the approved food lists provided in the first session. We all have busy lives, and some people enjoy spending time in the kitchen more than others. We will discuss ways to make food-prep manageable, and even fun, so you can be successful on this journey!
A strong focus of the program will be on paying attention to how different foods affect your body. Keeping a food journal is extremely helpful and strongly encouraged (we discuss how to do this).
#4 - WILL MY SPECIFIC HEALTH ISSUES BE ADDRESSED IN THE CLASS?
The RESTART® program is designed to teach foundational information related to digestion, blood sugar regulation, and the importance of choosing healthy forms of dietary fat for overall health. It's amazing how simply focusing on these foundations can make significant changes to your health and happiness.
If you wish to take a deeper dive into your personal health concerns, feel free to contact me for recommendations.
#5 - ONCE I SIGN UP FOR THE RESTART PROGRAM, WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
After you enroll, I will be in touch with the details of our first class. On the day of each class, you will receive an email from me with materials for that night’s session. When class begins, I will explain the rest!
The first week of the program is all about preparation, both mentally and logistically. The actual sugar elimination protocol will not begin until the day after our 2nd class, so for the first class just show up and be ready to learn!
#6 - HOW WILL I FEEL AFTER THE PROGRAM, OR WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT?
Everyone's experience will be different, but most participants feel better and experience improvements such as: improved sleep, clearer skin, improved digestion, reduced anxiety, improved mood, more positive view of food, more energy, clearer mind/less brain fog, fewer or no headaches, weight loss, reduced bloating, improvement in or elimination of PMS symptoms, normal blood sugar balance, fewer cravings, knowing which foods do not sit well with them/recognizing food sensitivities, increased motivation, and an eagerness to learn more moving forward.