THE RESTART® PROGRAM

We appreciate that there are a variety of programs out there that you can choose from. An important difference is that RESTART^® was created by a Nutritional Therapy Practitioner and is therefore based on in-depth training in holistic nutrition. Another important difference is that this is a live, interactive class. Whether in-person or online, nothing is pre-recorded. You are in the room, or in a live online meeting where you all see and hear each other, The holistic nutrition training of your Instructor allows them to answer your questions in ways that will be specific to your needs. The simple yet powerful nutrition education in RESTART^® uses only REAL FOOD. There are no pills, powders, or pre-packaged foods to buy. It is not a promise of a quick fix. It is not a weight loss or “diet” plan. You do not have to read a book to figure it out by yourself, and perfection is not required! RESTART^® provides small group support from the instructor and peers who are all participating at the same time. It is a personal journey of self-discovery with tools you can use for a healthier lifetime. RESTART^® works!

The RESTART^® Program is designed as part education, part sugar detox and part support group, an empowering combination. Groups are 4-10 participants in size. The instructor provides information in a casual discussion format with printed materials for your reference. Interaction and sharing is encouraged to enhance the supportive nature of the program. If you choose an online class, you will also experience similar interaction in a virtual classroom where participants can still see and hear each other. There is also opportunity in between sessions for group communication through email or private Facebook groups.

Each class is 90 minutes. Time spent at home will include shopping for and preparing your choice of delicious meals based on the approved food lists provided in the first session. Keeping a food journal is also highly recommended. This is all about discovering how the food you eat affects your body. There are no shakes, pills or gimmicks, just real food. This program gives you the opportunity to tune into your body and discover how good you can feel.

The class is designed to teach foundational information pertaining to digestion, blood sugar regulation, and the importance of choosing healthy forms of dietary fat for overall health. Beginning with these foundations goes a long way toward supporting any healing journey. As a qualified nutrition professional, your Instructor is well versed in helping individuals with more specific health challenges, but that level of support is best suited for individual consultation. Talk to your Instructor about making an appointment.

Participants who commit to coming to every class session, doing the sugar detox and applying the concepts learned in class will get the most benefit out of the program. Giving your body a chance to respond to real nutrient dense food, while taking a break from sugar for three weeks can be a powerful learning experience. Many participants want to keep eating this way for life! We do know that change is hard and you are ultimately in charge of your level of participation. The education is valuable information, so even if you are not yet ready to go “all-in” on the sugar detox, just being there listening, and learning will be a valuable experience. You can also take RESTART^® again (as many times as you wish!) when you are ready to go further with the experience.

It is possible for a vegetarian to do the RESTART^® program if you are willing to eat eggs, dairy or small amounts of fish. Some slight modification to the food lists to allow more legumes, rice and quinoa will make the program doable and still allow for adequate protein. Some instructors have reported beautiful successes with vegetarian participants. This program is not suitable for a strict vegan.

Each RESTART^® participant is unique, and we respect that. RESTART® is designed as a set up for success. The program omits many of the most common inflammatory foods, so most people do quite well with the allowed foods. Work with your instructor to determine substitutes. Due to certain foods allowed on the program do not work for you due to allergies, sensitivities etc. Tips are given for the busy professional or the inexperienced cook who may need faster simpler recipes. We are striving for progress, not perfection!

The classes will not be recorded. An important part of RESTART is the community aspect and being able to ask questions and participate in discussions in a live format. We encourage you to make attending the live class a priority. We also want to protect the privacy of the participants as oftentimes, delicate and personal health issues are discussed, and thus, classes will not be recorded.

All sales are final. If extenuating circumstances arise, they will be handled on a case by case basis.