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I am Elena Farley and my plan is to complete the IHP degree and the wellness coaching certificate.  I am studying to have a well-rounded education with knowledge in many areas like yoga, nutrition, Bach essences, mindfulness, journaling, and self-empowerment, and be able to help guide future clients.  With the new addictions recovery coming into this program, I would like to pursue that as well.  I am a food enthusiast, love yoga, animals, and have a passion for all things holistic.

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I chose this topic because it is very relevant in coaching,  there will certainly be clients in the future who seek coaching for weight loss or who have a related condition.  It is essential for a wellness coach to have a knowledge and understanding of nutrition and practice healthful eating themselves.

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The SAD diet leads to obesity, in America we have the highest rate of obesity
According to the CDC, in 2017~2018 the obesity rate was at 42.4%
"Obesity-related diseases such as heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and certain types of cancer are the leading cause of lifestyle related, preventable, death"

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"Plant-based diets are associated with improved obesity-related inflammatory profiles which could have a therapeutic role in reducing the risk of chronic disease"

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Evidence from cohort studies (research conducted over long periods of time) indicates that those following a plant-based regime have a lower BMI, less weight gain over time, and lower incidence of obesity.  They looked at energy density of food and found evidence that the plant-based diet has lower energy density than animal-based diets.  Also the plant-based diet is higher in fiber contributing to satiety and feeling full.

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Gardner, C D. “Tailoring Dietary Approaches for Weight Loss.” International Journal of Obesity Supplements, U.S. National Library of Medicine, 2012, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4109087/.

Harland, J., & Garton, L. (2016). An update of the evidence relating to plantbased diets and cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes and overweight. Nutrition Bulletin, 41(4), 323–338. https://doi.org/10.1111/nbu.12235

Katz1, D.L. “Can We Say What Diet Is Best for Health?: Annual Review of Public Health.” Annual Reviews, Annual Review of Public Health, 2014, www.annualreviews.org/doi/full/10.1146/annurev-publhealth-032013-182351.

Obesity is a Common, Serious, and Costly Disease. (2021, February 11). Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/obesity/data/adult.html

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"A dietary pattern centered on minimally processed vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and legumes with nuts and seeds in moderation.  It minimizes meat, dairy, and eggs, added sugar, and processed oils.  It's an evidence-based dietary pattern centered on whole, plant foods eaten as close to their natural state as possible for disease prevention, treatment, and reversal."
The concept is relatively new as it is not the same as veganism and vegetarian, it does not exclude animal products, it does place the emphasis on eating mostly plant foods
A whole-food plant based diet also aims for high quality food, promoting locally sourced and organics

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Since the topic of nutrition is flooded with information, claims, certain diets, I will help future clients get down to the basics of nutrition, teaching the universal nutritional recommendations.  Understanding all the factors that contribute to their weight, like energy balance, and how the whole foods plant based diet helps with the balance of energy since plant foods have low caloric density.
It is not my role to be giving dietary recommendations and meal plans, the client should see a nutritionist or dietician for that.  My role is to be part of the support system for clients, helping them make lifestyle changes.

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*Bioindividuality: an individuals unique constitution
*Don't fall for diet fads
*Mindful eating
*Cooking at home
*Socioeconomic status and access to clean organic fruits and vegetables
*Seek education or help from a professional
*Active lifestyle