I think we can all agree that diets just won't cut it! We're probably all too familiar with the short-term results, the questionable health and the lack of preparation for living in the 'Real World', once we're done with it. Diet plans, even the famous ones, don't address the main issues regarding weight loss.....those of internal demons, low self respect, bad self image, no family support, and lack of knowledge around the proper choices we should be making...after all...where did you learn …

The Body By Vi Challenge is a 90 day health challenge. Participants are asked to focus on achieving one health goal over 90 days. Health goals are chosen by the individual. It could be to lose 10lbs, 30lbs, 50lbs, or even 100 lbs, put on muscle, run a marathon, quit smoking, or something like lower your blood pressure or cholesterol with the proper diet. The GTA Body by Vi Challenge Party Meetups are an opportunity for participants to connect live with the members of the online community that ar …

With all this talk about protein, protein, protein, I wanted a place where people on a plant based diet could learn how to achieve their fitness goals. I think people on a plant based diet would benefit greatly from this group because it's a place where questions regarding working out can be answered.

Vegetarian? Vegan? Curious to try vegetarianism? You've come to the right place! We are a social group for people following or interested in following a vegetarian, vegan or raw vegan diet. Join us at as many or as few events as you like! Do I need to be a vegetarian to join? Whether you are a seasoned veg-head, beginner or just looking to incorporate more vegetables into your diet, you are welcome here. All we ask is that you be open-minded and respectful. Everyone has different reasons for bec …

Did you tried to loose weight and diets do not work? Do you feel tired, fatigue or "blue" and pills or gym, do not help? Along with summer come the appearance of wrinkles, dryness, freckles, and age spots. Would you just love to enjoy summer and look young as you feel? We combine a healthy walk in park full of fresh air with discussion how to naturally increase positive energy, loose weight and keep it off, without pills, diets or expensive surgery. After our walk, you'll not only feel younger, …

After struggling with my weight for many years, I stumbled upon a group called the Toronto Weight Loss Challenge. With their support and education, I have lost 50 lbs to date!!! I want to offer the people of the York Region the same opportunity! Currently we are meeting in Markham, but will add more locations as we get a demand. Let me know what area you would like to see a Challenge held! Not ready for a group challenge? Email or call me about setting up a personal one on one personal health …

This group was created to promote conscious eating focusing on a plant based diet. It is organized by Cynthia McGiverin, a raw vegan food lover whose own life has transformed by a change to a plant based diet. We exist to inform, support, and inspire others to add more plant based food into their lives and reap the rewards! You can check out Cynthia's blog at http://silkpurse.blogspot.com/ This meetup was inspired by the amazing couple at http://www.trulyorganicfoods.com/ Please check out their …

Why have a Toronto-GTA Paleo Enthusiasts group? The high carb, low-fat fad has led us into the greatest period of dietary epidemics ever!  Civilization is the sickest it has ever been. The medical establishment brought us achievements dealing with infections and drugs, but today it is obviously enraptured with the 'symptoms' of this malnutrition, not prevention since we are sicker then ever. The high carb grain-based food pyramid, and highly processed foods lining the grocery ailes has made us s …

… You Will Learn How to take control of your life and harness the power of your mind to become a healthy eater without feeling stressed or deprived Create and inspiration for health that makes losing weight compelling Why diets don?t work and how to maintain sustainable weight loss To eliminate poor eating habits through identifying the triggers that cause you to eat, and your underlying relationship with food Discover what your primary motivators are and how you can use them in int …

I am former fat boy that found the way to live a better happier and healthier life and now I want to share information when there is so much misinformation around. If you are looking for a positive welcoming environment, this is the place for you. Education and action will make you a happier and leaner person.

A group for women by women with a vision to improve overall health and well-being. We will learn how to live a more full-filling life by being mindful of how and what we eat, the relationships we choose to engage in and the activities we make part of our lives. Events and learning will revolve around the SPICE method: Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual, Communicative and Emotional Spiritual Defining your purpose, finding peace, forgiveness and understanding. Physical Living hormonally balanced, e …

Meet others and receive essential information on omega 3s and more. Share knowledge and discuss the impact that diet has on the body for good health and disease prevention. Omega 3 is a natural solution to decrease inflammation (such as Diabetes, depression, MS, ADHD, Autism, Menopause, Migraines, Cardiovascular disorders, Mental Illnesses, Cancer, Digestion disorders such as colitis and Crohns, etc.) ... but not all omega 3s are created equal. Learn 21st century discoveries that will change t …

We live in a fast paced world where fast or processed foods and constant stressers serve as the daily diet.  Our toxic environment creates mood swings, hormone disruptions and compromised immunity. Our negative thoughts and limiting beliefs constrict us and block us from creating a life of wellness, purpose and abundance.  What alternative do we have? Are there really super foods out there that are both delicious and easily accessible? How can we strengthen our immune system without the use o …

Toronto Raw Food is for people who share an enthusiasm for Raw Food / Living Food to get together and share ideas. We welcome people who are just experimenting with raw food! Please come to a potluck and sample our tasty dishes! We host raw food potlucks jointly with Raw Food groups on Meetup, Yahoo, Facebook and supported by TVA (Toronto Vegetarian Association). Raw Food / Living Food means it has not been heated over 47C so that the enzymes within the food are still alive, and the protein s …

Join us and meet others interested in health and wellness, the safe and natural way to using diet, juicing, whole food nutrition, herbs, exercise, homeopathy, life style choices, power of mind, acupuncture...to change your life for better. We'll search together for Nature's finest Health Food Stores, Organic and Natural Food Markets and Natural Health Products in Toronto and GTA, and organize or list Health & Wellness Lectures, Presentations and Venues around town. Our goal is to collect …

Welcome! Join us and meet other Torontonians who are healing or have been healed from cancer, or those whose lives have been touched by cancer. Share your experience, personal results and/or knowledge on most effective, and least harmful Conventional, Complementary, Alternative, Naturopathic, Chinese, Ayurvedic, Homeopathic and Herbal medicine, Juicing, Nutrition, Macrobiotic & Raw Food Diet , Hypnosis, Tai Chi, Qigong, Meditation, and other approaches and or remedies to boosting up immune syste …