Danae Harding, Certified Nutritional Practitioner (CNP) & Natural Nutrition Clinical Practitioner (NNCP)

I had always envisioned my career to be within a setting where I could support others along their health journey. I imagined I’d be in a position that encouraged healing and personal growth. 

Growing up, I was super active.  I essentially did it all, but as I got older I started focusing on the sport of soccer. I played collegiate throughout my university years while studying Sports Sciences and obtaining a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Victoria.

During this time, I started struggling with my own health.  I felt like I’d had hit rock bottom and was worried this was going to be my new normal. After many tests and visits to the doctor, I was diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease — an auto-immune condition affecting the digestive tract. Upon reflection, I noticed that throughout the diagnosis process nutrition was never mentioned. This seemed strange to me… How could food not impact a gastrointestinal disease? This question was what lead me to learn as much as I could about nutrition for managing my disease; soon after I realized this was how I was going to help people feel like their best selves.

I became a Certified Nutritional Practitioner at the Institute of Holistic Nutrition, and I am now certified with the Canadian Associated of Natural Nutritional Practitioners as a NNCP. I have a special interest in digestion, blood sugar management, adrenal support, and easing the menopausal transition.  I offer a holistic approach to health and understand the importance of addressing both diet and lifestyle to help you achieve your goals.  

I understand what it means to have a busy household with lots of moving parts and I will take the time to learn about your family’s needs when it comes to nutrition and activity.  Life can be hectic as we focus on our careers and ambitions.  Our obligations and full schedules can create obstacles in our path towards our health goals.  It is necessary for me to learn about your life and responsibilities so that my nutritional and lifestyle recommendations are reasonable and sustainable for you.  I also take the support I offer my clients to another level with personalized meal prep delivered right to your door!  

When I’m not practicing nutrition, you can find me spending time outside hiking or camping, at the gym lifting weights, hanging out with my two dogs, and of course… experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen!

I am so excited to share my education and life experiences with you in an empowering and authentic way. My goal is to give you the knowledge and tools you need to form healthy and sustainable habits that will become your new way of life.

I know what it feels like to be at the start of your health journey and that change can be intimidating.  I am grateful to be one of your trusted guides in whatever part of your journey you are on.

Additional Services I offer:

Meal Planning

If you’d like some additional support with weekly meal choices, I can offer a strategized meal plan that targets your health and nutrition goals! Each plan will include various breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack recipes mapped out for you in the week. The included grocery list and easy to follow recipes further simplify your plan. 

Grocery Shopping Tour

Let me take you out of the clinic setting and teach you about nutrition in the real world. My grocery store tour is the perfect way to educate yourself on all topics of nutrition. Learn how to properly read nutrition labels and ingredient lists, review different food topics such as produce, proteins, grains and dairy, talk about items found in the bulk sections and different healthy brands in the aisles. You will receive a variety of handouts of the content learned and we will shop together for ingredients for two new recipes!

Meal Prepping

Meal prepping is the best way to stay on track with your nutrition goals, especially during the busy week. Let me take the stress of meal prepping off your plate and do it for you!  I offer a personalized meal prep service that is catered to your goals, nutritional needs and pallet. The best part? It is delivered right to your door! For more information regarding this service please visit www.vitallivingnutrition.ca.

Areas of Interest

• Digestive Health
• Women’s Health & Menopause
• Blood Sugar Stability
• Adrenal & Stress Support
• Family Nutrition
• Meal Prep

Credentials

• Certified Nutritional Practitioner (CNP)
• Natural Nutritional Clinical Practitioner (NNCP)
• Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology with Honours (BSc Kin)
• Diploma in Sports Sciences (DPSPOR)

For more information about Danae Harding and her services, please visit www.vitallivingnutrition.ca