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What a complete transformation it’s been and I don’t just mean my body. It’s changed my life.
(1 Year Update)

A full year out and I’m still at my goal weight. I’ve learned how to navigate the ups and downs, the vacations, the special occasions and I can honestly say that I eat whatever I want. Which I NEVER would have believed was possible before this, but what I want has changed. I’ve learned how to dial things back when they get a bit away from me.

My work with Caven Nutrition taught me more than how to eat, it reminded me how to show up for myself, over and over, to make the choice that supports my health and happiness in the long term, not in the moment.

I’ll never be able to write how happy and grateful I actually am, but here’s an attempt.

I was hesitant to sign up for the program since all my other attempts at “diets” failed (lose 20 pounds, gain back 25, repeat). But thank God I did, because this isn’t a diet.

It’s not something that you do for three months and then it’s over, it has changed the way that I think about food and the effects are lasting.

All my ‘the-kids-are-asleep-and-I’m-finally-able-to-relax’ cravings and binges are 100% GONE. My asthma is practically gone, my adult acne is practically gone and I can breathe easily through my nose for the first time in my life.

I really think working with Caven Nutrition changed my life.

Working 60 hours a week, I was stuck in what I considered easy and familiar. On top of that, I also have dietary restrictions and challenges that I felt were limiting my ability to eat healthy.

Jenni was able to support me with a customized and sustainable plan that never felt overwhelming or like I was being deprived. I learned to be more intuitive about my eating and listen better to what I need. I’m much better at recognizing when I start placing judgment on food and getting myself out of that mindset.

I am a 43 year old, Pepsi-a-holic and hypothyroid mother of 2 (19 & 20 years old).

I started having major health issues after a messy divorce and burnout from work.

My stress levels were through the roof. My cortisol levels were extremely high. My body was shutting down and not working cohesively like a normal, healthy body should. I was almost hospitalized after my family doctor thought I was experiencing liver failure. I felt horrible inside and out. I was miserable.

I was gaining weight no matter what I did, no matter how much time I spent at the gym or with personal trainers. I followed different weight loss programs, diets, fasting and calorie deficits. I was drained, exhausted and still gaining.

Life happens! Divorce, an extra 40 lbs, a toxic work environment mixed in with being the support for two young adult children and here comes another 30 lbs of stress.

Fortunately, I love hiking and being active, especially cycling and skiing but with the extra weight I wasn’t enjoying these activities as much. I went to my doctor and got on a waiting list for bariatric surgery because I weighed 230 lbs and couldn’t do what I enjoyed anymore.

I had seen Rachel on CTV and her seminar on weight and hormones, her approach made sense to me. So, while waiting to be contacted for weight loss surgery I decided to invest in the Caven Nutrition program.

When I first started this journey with Jenni and Caven Nutrition, I was feeling rather lost and uncertain in regards to my overall health. I knew what I was doing wasn’t acceptable for my health but I didn’t know how to change it.

Being a varsity athlete in university, I never questioned what I was eating or when I was eating due to the amount of exercise and activity that I was doing. Once COVID-19 came into full swing, I was left with eating whatever I wanted, whenever I wanted, but not exercising at all.

“This lockdown will be over soon” I kept telling myself as a way to try and not worry about all the food that I was eating.

I’m a 44-year-old independent worker with a husband and two kids now aged 16 and 18. Working from home has its advantages but it also makes it difficult not to indulge in your favorite food.

When the scale showed me the number I had seen in my last week of pregnancy with my daughter, I knew something had to change. I had been steadily gaining weight in my late thirties and early forties and I didn’t want it to continue, but it seemed that whatever I tried, it never made much of a difference.

I’m down 19 lbs since May! My weight went from 163 lbs to 144 lbs, my body fat percentage went from 30% to 19.7%, my fat mass went from 45.7 lbs to 29.0 lbs, and I’m still going strong!

In that last photo I’m holding 5lbs of fat, I can’t believe I lost over three of those!

I forget what I used to look like until I see old photos. Prior to my weight loss journey,

I had always thought that I had a healthy lifestyle and I had no idea why the weight kept creeping up on me.

Approximately a year before I met Jenni, I suspected my issues were food related but I couldn’t tie it to anything specific in my diet. I had been working construction type jobs and was physically active almost every day, but I would often wake in the middle of the night with leg cramps and my fingers were so swollen in the morning that I couldn’t put my wedding ring on.

I could not lose weight for any amount of time, it always came right back no matter what I did. I had severe stomach issues immediately after eating and was taking Imodium daily to deal with the siege my stomach was under. I felt tired all the time and I would become ravenously hungry late in the evening.

I am truly grateful to Caven Nutrition and specifically, Jordan, for showing me that there was hope in losing weight, even in your senior years!

I have tried many diets in the past but always experienced the rebound afterwards. The Caven Nutrition program taught me to throw away the ingrained concept of calories and point-counting and adopt a smarter, healthier way of thinking about food and understanding the importance of good nutrition. Jordan was positive, encouraging and very tactful when discussing my “bad” food/drink habits.

Before I started working with Jenni, I was really uncomfortable with my body. I knew that I wasn’t eating well but I had built up habits and patterns of eating that were keeping me in a place where I just felt kinda gross. Any efforts to meaningfully change were pretty short lived, before reverting back to normal.

The biggest breakthrough that I had while working with Caven Nutrition was that yes, there really is a sustainable new normal when it comes to how you eat! I read testimonials about people who said that and I honestly barely believed it – but I knew that if it was true it would be worth ten times what I paid for the program, at least!

Before starting the Caven Nutrition program, I was spinning my wheels and not getting anywhere. I would do well for a week or so, track my food, then the weekend would come and I would fall off the wagon.

I was trying to out exercise a bad diet. I had tried a lot of different approaches to what I thought was a way for me to lose weight. I was getting older and I had enough. I felt like a failure. I couldn’t do it on my own and conceded that I needed help.

I thought to myself, is this going to be another thing that I’m going to buy into; thinking that it’s going to be my answer to my lifelong problem, only to fail again. But NO! It actually works!

Before I reached out to Caven Nutrition I was very uncomfortable in my skin and clothes. I was always bloated, experienced stomach aches and I was often tired.

I was uncomfortable going outside for walks because in my mind, I felt like I had gained SO much weight that my neighbors would notice and judge. I also made a comment to my almost one-year-old at the time that “Sorry, Mama won’t be able to go swimming with you this year, maybe next year”. This is when I realized that I needed to do something about my weight.

In my initial consultation, I spoke with Caddy and she was very warm and welcoming. She seemed to know right off the bat what I would need and how to improve my digestion. I felt like we knew right away that we would be a good team.

I have been working with Jenni for a little over a year. A year filled with significant life changes including two major moves and retirement. Despite these pressures, I have dramatically shifted to eating healthy foods and I lost about 25 lbs.

I was a challenging and undisciplined client who would never follow a meal plan, I ate out every day and had several months in moving chaos!

Jenni gave me simple but firm rules to follow that guided every choice that I made, whether eating at home or out. No gimmicks. No calorie counting. No reduction in eating. I was able to lose weight right away (in spite of not having a kitchen for a month). She provided guidance on how to curb my chocolate, sugar, and bread cravings, as well as shift to energy-giving foods.

Before I saw Jenni, I was a very heavy late 20’s girl who had crazy and ultimately unhealthy habits. Due to my work schedule, I was working late hours and I would take “naps” throughout the day and not sleep at night. I didn’t exercise and I would find ways to get around physical activity. My motto was “I don’t do “ups”, I do “downs”. Sit down, lay down, escalator down, walk down, drive down etc…”

My body hated me and was rebelling in crazy ways. My skin, face, and emotions were just angry and they were telling me by giving me rough, dry skin, oily hair, bad breath, out of breath, sweating for no reason, and being “hangry” all the time.

For the last five years as my marriage steadily declined, I steadily gained weight. Almost 60-65 lbs more than my normal weight after children.

I worked away at things like walking and I managed to get to 60 lbs within my norm but stressful times called for my-go-to: chocolate. I went through a separation, managed the new dynamic, shared parenting, and started a new job … now at a desk.

Things got so bad that at 45 years old I was told that it was critical that I go on blood pressure medication. That felt like rock bottom for me… I was normally very active and had no real health concerns before.

Almost one year ago, I found myself preparing for a biopsy on my thyroid after they found a suspicious looking tumor on the left side. After two inconclusive biopsies my doctor
decided that I needed to have a hemithyroidectomy.

I had been feeling terrible for nearly two years: I had no energy, I was gaining weight rapidly without cause, I was losing hair, I was tired all the time, the list goes on.

The end of April 2021 I had surgery here in Saudi Arabia. In the end, I had two tumors, which luckily were benign, but I was left with half a thyroid. I was told to expect to need thyroid medication within the next three months and a diagnosis of Hashimotos.

I was consistently about 120 lbs for a decade. Then, year by year, I gained 10 lbs a year, four years in a row. I reached a peak of 160 lbs and realized that I needed some help to get back to a healthier me.

I lost 40 lbs over a one year period and got back to my 120 lbs healthy, familiar state.

I had so much more energy and confidence. I happened to get engaged shortly after I started working with Jenni, and got married about a year later, looking fantastic for my wedding day.

Before I started this program, I was the heaviest I’ve ever been with a sore hip making it difficult to exercise. I’ve “yo-yo” dieted my entire life, never being able to maintain a healthy weight. I blamed my last weight gain on hormones and being middle aged. I was ready to give up!

My biggest achievement has been finally learning how to maintain my weight and not be so strict. My whole mindset on nutrition has changed. I never feel like I’m “missing” out.
I’ve changed my lifestyle and I now understand how stress impacts me! I’m now in control. I’m never hungry and I do not crave sugar. I believe this has been the key to my success. Even my medication is no longer needed for the allergies that I USED to have.

I was the girl that had tried every single diet out there. Whether it was keto, intermittent fasting, you name it, I’ve tried it (and failed).

I had the same motivation every time to start a new diet because I hated my body and wanted to change it. I found Caven Nutrition thinking that this is my last hope (I was very dramatic) to get the ultimate bikini body. It was a hard reality check to realize that I needed to shift my expectations and how I viewed weight loss. I was so focused on the number on the scale and that number determined my worth as a woman.

When I met Jordan for the first time we clicked instantly and I knew I could trust her 100%.

I never really thought about my weight except when I saw myself in photos and even then, seeing photos, it was difficult to believe that I really was that heavy (at my heaviest I was 239 lbs). I started to notice that my energy level was low but I thought it might be something to do with getting older. I tried different “diets” but nothing worked.

My biggest breakthrough was realizing that certain foods can impact me physically and emotionally. I realized things had changed when I was eating an apple and I was surprised at how sweet it actually tasted. I used to have a reaction when I ate mushrooms, I no longer get this “allergic” reaction.

I am beyond grateful to have found Jordan in my life. She has been here to celebrate every little victory, whether it is a lost pound or a day with better energy levels. Her encouragement, optimism, knowledge and endless suggestions (I am serious, she had all the answers to my dietary struggles) have made my journey incredibly rewarding.

I have been waiting for every appointment to learn more and more, it almost seems that there are no limits to her patience and suggestions. I can happily say that my life changed for the better. I have no desire to get back to my old eating habits as I have clearly experienced the detrimental impacts of an incorrect diet in my life.

I can honestly say that one of the best decisions that I ever made was contacting the wonderful people at Caven Nutrition.

I have tried other weight loss programs and while they worked temporarily, they weren’t realistic lifestyle changes for the long run. I needed something that would not only change HOW I eat, but one that would teach me WHY some foods work for me and why some don’t. It was important to me that I didn’t become consumed with counting calories or points each and every day – that’s no way to live.

Jenni took me under her wing and I couldn’t be more happy with the results.

When I started working with Jenni, I had gone through a period of gaining weight slowly over two years. I hadn’t changed the way I ate but my metabolism was slowing down. I had gained weight (20 lbs) and lost it many times over the past 30 years.

I thought I knew how to lose weight. I tried my usual diet tricks and thought I had good eating habits, but could not seem to lose more than a few pounds. I really wanted to lose weight, I wanted to feel more energetic, and lessen the strain on my knees and hips.

So, you’re thinking of doing this thing with Caven Nutrition? Take our word for it. Don’t think about it. Do it. That’s all we have to say.

I mean, we could tell you how much fun we had, how motivating Jenni is, how meal-prep and mealtime have become funner (not a word but we like it), how much energy we have now, how our joints hurt way less, how in the end we didn’t give up anything really because the things we did give up – well, we easily replaced them with better things.

We could tell you all those things and more. But we won’t. Don’t overthink it. You’re worth it. We feel so much better now. So will you.”

Today, I woke up to write in my journal, The Five Minute Journal, which includes a weekly challenge. I saw that my challenge was to write a review for a product, person or business that has changed my life for the better. This is certainly no challenge for me, and the first person that popped into my head was Jenni.

I met Jenni two years ago through the referral of my teacher at the Institute of Holistic Nutrition. I was struggling heavily with an eating disorder, and although I was seeing a therapist, as well as being in school for nutrition, I needed the extra support. After just two sessions with Jenni, I realized how much and what kind of attention my body and mind needed.

When I first came to Caven Nutrition, despite my good level of fitness, my hormones were a mess. Earlier that year I had done some cutting phases (intentional calorie deficit with the goal of losing body fat) for the first time, and my education on nutrition was not where it needed to be. The result was a far from optimal hormonal profile.

Working with Caddy, I was able to identify the deficiencies in my ‘cutting diet’ in order to support hormonal health, and to honestly re-assess where I was from a fitness perspective, and come to the conclusion that I had gone too far, and maintaining body fat levels that low was just not going to be optimal for my health.

When I contacted Caven Nutrition, I was carrying around 30 lbs of weight on my body than I felt comfortable with. I realized that if I didn’t do something,

I would soon be the weight I was just before I gave birth to my daughter. But this weight issue was just the tip of the iceberg. I had spent the better part of the last 20 years trying to get my ulcerative colitis under control.

I had invested an incredible amount of time researching and trying various diets in the context of my disease. Then I met my husband who suffers from several food intolerances (most different from mine) and when my daughter was born, it was soon clear that she had an issue with consuming dairy and some other foods.

From 2016-2017 I gained 30 lbs due to medication and health issues. I worked out about 5-6 times a week and ate relatively “healthy”. However, the “healthy” food that I was putting in me was not as healthy as I thought it was.

I was determined to lose weight for multiple reasons, I wanted to become more comfortable in my skin. I only wore leggings and baggy sweaters as these were the only outfits I was comfortable in. I phoned Caven Nutrition and the rest was history. Jordan and I met weekly to discuss my weekly food intake, my water intake, my goals, my body composition and other fun stuff.

I came to Caven Nutrition last year when I had rapidly gained 20 lbs in only a few months. I was rather frustrated as my diet and exercise routine hadn’t changed, and I even had blood work done out of concern it was something more. When the results were fine, I sought help from Caven Nutrition to figure out the issues.

After my consultation and discussing my symptoms with Jenni, she recommended we first work on restoring my gut health. I had never heard of this before, but Jenni made the process so easy to understand and follow.

Thank you for your investment in my life and health over the past few months. I can’t adequately tell you how much your influence in my life has helped me grow in so many areas.

You have helped me learn patience with myself and kindness to myself, self control and discipline, endurance, and most of all JOY in feeding my body the yummy nutrients it needs.

Thank you for your kindness and gracious words, which were truly sweet and healing to me on this health journey.”

Rebecca lost 21 lbs in 3 months! And 6% body fat!

I reached out to Caven Nutrition wanting to build healthy food habits and lose weight.

I had been unhappy with my physical appearance for a bit and felt so discouraged.

With the help of Jenni, I got the tools, knowledge and support I needed to work towardsa better version of myself. Since I started working with Caven, I lost about 9% body fat
and 15 lbs and gained so much confidence.

My biggest breakthrough in the program was to be more mindful of my body and digestion and the daily application of mindless eating. No scale or measurements, just whole foods, and nutrients. I now understand what my body needs for my active lifestyle, and a bonus, I was also able to understand my cycle better, thanks to Jenni’s knowledge.

*𝟏 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞*⁣⁠
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One year on from working with Jenni, I’m finally living the reality of what my goal always was: mindless maintenance. ⁣⁠
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The habits that once defined my poor relationship with both food and my body are now distant memories that seem entirely unfamiliar (except gummy vitamins, sorry Jenni 😝). ⁣⁠
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One year on, I’m finally a believer in the old saying that my weight is the least interesting part of me. ⁣⁠Each day, I choose me. I move to feel good. I eat to feel good. I meditate and journal to feel good. ⁣⁠While seeking to look better can always be a source of motivation, it’s finally not my focus. ⁣⁠
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After two years of pandemic living (not a lot of gym visits and a lot of takeout (gotta support local!)), I knew something needed to change.

With Caddy’s help, support and cheerleading, I made a ton of positive adjustments to my eating and my mindset! I’m now able to fuel myself properly for a workout, and know what (nutrient-dense!) snacks to eat and what sort of meals I actually like to make.

I’ve made adjustments to my eating habits that have me sleeping better, working harder and I am mentally clearer than I’ve ever been before.

I feel better educated about health and nutrition than I ever have. I have amazing new tools and resources to support my long term health. I have taken myself off two medications, I’m sleeping better and I have no more (unexplained) joint pain. All those are huge victories, and that I am so happy about.

I also understand the importance of getting enough protein, how to put together a balanced meal, and how to read and understand food product labels.

I’m also loving life and feel this is the best time of my life – ever. I’m strong, healthy and know who I am.”

I had joined the Caven Nutrition program in 2018 to great success, somewhere between then and starting to work with Jenni in late 2020 I had lost my “food” focus.

Jenni re-taught me that food is my greatest ally, the source of strength, health and yes, comfort. She brought me to the understanding that I was not the same person, metabolically and emotionally as I was 2 years ago, 5 years ago, even a year ago and that together we could figure out what exactly MY optimal combinations in food choices are.

When I met Caddy, my goal wasn’t exactly to lose weight. I wanted to adopt a healthy lifestyle and set a better example for my young children.

Caddy gave me all the tools and support I needed to position myself on a better path. I’m now several weeks out from my last session with her and the habits we worked together to establish have stuck.

I’m down 30lbs, have more energy, am more active, and, most importantly, my kids are off to a great start in their relationship with food!”

I have struggled with weight management my entire life. I had been trying to lose weight on my own for over a year through calorie counting and exercise, a method that I had had short term success with in the past. By creating a calorie deficit I could lose a significant amount of weight but I couldn’t keep it off long term.

Additionally, I had experienced some difficult life events in recent years and I had turned to eating as a coping mechanism to handle the difficult emotions I was feeling, a strategy that was no longer serving me.

In my early 40’s I started seeing changes in my body. A lot of bloating, clothes not fitting properly and feeling tired all the time. I didn’t want to get out of bed in the morning as I had nothing that fit, I was too tired and generally just wasn’t feeling good about myself. I was very quick to blame it on hormones or just getting older. Turns out, it was actually what I was putting in my body that was causing all of these issues.

The biggest breakthrough I had on my program was how easy it was to make myself feel better. Don’t get me wrong, it was hard making changes to my eating habits but it didn’t take long at all before I realized that these changes made my body respond in great ways. The afternoon crash was gone, the clothes were feeling better, my stomach was looking and feeling like it used to and the best thing was that I was actually excited to get out of bed in the morning and pick out what I was going to wear.

We are so grateful that we had an opportunity to work with Caddy!

Our son, Grayson, was experiencing digestive discomfort and extreme bloating and we decided to contact Caven Nutrition to seek out some support for him. Andrea was extremely welcoming and introduced us to Caddy.

Learning from Caddy has been life changing! Grayson’s stomach is feeling much better now and he no longer has belly aches. His bloating has decreased immensely and he has more energy. Grayson is also super aware of what works and doesn’t work for him and is happy to advocate for himself because he now knows what it’s like to feel good every day!