by Barbara Rodgers, NC, BCHN®, NANP Board PresidentI know what it’s like when you first graduate from school and start your new consulting business in Holistic Nutrition. I’ve been there, it’s challenging.
I also relate to those of you who have been at this a while.
by Barbara Rodgers, NC, BCHN®, NANP Board PresidentDo you remember the movie, Saving Private Ryan starring Tom Hanks?
It is a poignant (sometimes gruesome) war-movie about trying to save a young man from war and what a small group of soldiers went through to track him down. It’s a movie loosely based on historical events, and I don’t know a SINGLE man who doesn’t love to watch it over and over again. As a woman, I find it incredibly sad and difficult to watch. For me, seeing it once was enough.
Barbara Rodgers, NC, BCHN® became NANP Board President effective immediately during the NANP General Meeting on Friday, May 1, 2020, held during the annual HEALCon conference and expo (which for 2020 was held virtually due to the pandemic).
Barbara was the President-elect starting on January 1, 2020, and succeeds Miriam Zacharias who was Board President beginning in 2017.
NANP's virtual conference was held 4/30 through 5/3 and it was truly amazing! So much so, in fact, that I’m STILL bubbling over with excitement after it’s over!
We all experience stress and anxiety on occasion (some of us more than others as our personality predisposition), but there are situations in our life that can raise our stress levels, such as a divorce, death of a loved one, challenges at work or a job loss, unexpected health diagnoses or simply doing too much and trying to be superwomen/men day in day out.
Often, we might turn to unhealthy coping mechanisms to deal with our emotions, such as drinking, smoking, avoiding exercise, overworking or overeating unhealthy comfort foods or sugary treats. While a Sugar Detox might necessarily not be possible during these times, we can still take our health into our own hands and a few simple steps to manage our mindset to get through times of uncertainty, overwhelming stress and anxiety.
by Nicole Hodson, Executive Director, NANPWe all know we’re living through a unique time in history. Never have entire states and nations been in lockdown over a pandemic, resulting in massive hits to local and worldwide economies. For so many who were already living paycheck to paycheck (or client to client) times just became that much harder. With long range impacts completely unknown, I want you to know that if you’re feeling helpless and hopeless about the future, you’re not alone.
But, let me offer up one piece of advice – be flexible.
The current pandemic presents seriously unprecedented times for our industry, and our constituents are no doubt turning to us for guidance.
The quality and accuracy of all information published by our members are of utmost importance.
The immune system is constantly using resources to regenerate and protect us from getting sick. Luckily, there are many ways to fight back against seasonal illness with supportive foods, key supplements, and rejuvenating lifestyle practices.
As nutritional professionals, we can help our community reduce stress and stay healthy by reminding our clients of the power we have at our fingertips to support our immune system. This article provides a list of immune-bossing foods, supplements, and self-care strategies we can all implement at home.
So, here we are in early January – no other time of year brings such an exciting promise for a bright future. It’s a time to hit the reset button, reinvigorate yourself, take on new challenges, and start anew.
Most of us take on too many things when declaring our New Year’s resolutions.
We launch a renewed commitment to lose weight, increase exercise, start playing the piano again, dive into the literary classics and read a book a week, and sign up to devote a portion of our time to non-profit activities.
If you’re like me, you’re already thinking about the Thanksgiving holiday next week. You're looking forward to the warmth of time with family and friends, and (of course) the delicious food.
by Miriam Zacharias, President, NANP Board of Directors
by Monica Nesbit, Development Coordinator, NANP
by Nicole Hodson, Executive Director, NANPOnce, a dear friend contacted me from the emergency room.
He’s kind of a tough guy, so he doesn’t like talking about his health issues (I’m sure you know someone like that too).
by, Sara Peternell, MNT, BCHN™️So, folks, this is our list of the most important questions. But, inevitably - because this is such a big decision - we understand that you might have other questions.
We suggest that you write down a list of the things you want and need to know before you register. Do not be afraid to ask their admissions counselors all the questions on your list.
Miriam G. Zacharias, MS, NTC, BCHN, President of the NANPWhat can you do with your holistic nutrition credential?
If you aren’t sure that building a solo practice is your “thing,” here’s the good news: there are a boatload of ways to use your education.
As you know, we are growing over here at the NANP. Our team is currently the largest ever to serve you. And, that is really good news with so much happening not only amongst our largest-ever member base of over 1,200, but also within the ever-growing and changing landscape of the holistic nutrition field.
One area that is especially important right now is legislative affairs.
Public speaking is the fastest way to grow your knowledge, your influence, and your base of followers. Yet many people dread the idea of speaking in front of an audience. Jerry Seinfeld, in fact, once quipped:
“According to most studies, people's number one fear is public speaking. Death is number two. This means to the average person, if you go to a funeral, you're better off in the casket than doing the eulogy.”
Bauman College Celebrates 30 Years of Educating Leaders in Holistic Nutrition and Culinary Arts
BERKELEY, CA (January 18, 2019) –– Now celebrating their 30th anniversary, Bauman College continues to be at the forefront of the holistic health movement. They were pioneers who championed ideas now widely accepted in the whole-foods movement, and their renowned Nutrition Consultant and Natural Chef programs are grounded in a scientific, evidence-based approach.
Not long ago, the following statement was posted on a website called Science-Based Medicine:
“Up until a year ago, I was a practicing holistic nutritionist. As someone who has left that world behind, I have a moral obligation to do what is right – and what is right is to denounce my former beliefs in an industry rife with deception.”
