I was asked recently why I had such a passion for wellness and healthy living. My interest in nutrition started many years ago when at 42 or so I was told I had high cholesterol. I still vividly remember hanging up the phone after the call from my doctor and feeling that my body had let me down. I immediately started researching what I could do to lower my cholesterol numbers. I soon learned that high cholesterol can be familial and as such, not easy to lower. However, I started using the Heart and Stroke Foundation Cookbook and within 3 months, I lowered my numbers by 15% - my doctor was quite impressed. Two years ago, I realized, after being dairy free for 4 days that I had less knee pain - while I have knee osteoarthritis (had one knee replacement surgery last January), less milk resulted in less pain. A year ago I stopped eating meat - any kind of meat and again my cholesterol took a dip once more.
I firmly believe what science says: our lifestyle makes a huge difference in our health and I continue to make certain I do everyting I can - most of the time - to ensure that I continue to live a healthy life in spite of chronic health issues.
Next time, I will tell you more about myself and my interest in wellness and healthy living.
Marguerite Tennier, M.A.
Life Coach Canada
Wellness Coaching for Women
Fearless Living Coach for Women
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