Planting the Seeds for Better Health

Let's start at the beginning. Let's dive into the not-so-sexy stuff. Let's learn how to build a strong foundation on which the only way to go is UP. Let's cover all our bases. Welcome to Healthy Foundations.

What if:

  • You had the knowledge to make a step towards optimal health, and actually knew how to apply it?

  • Your mindset got you one step closer to achieving your goals instead of setting you one step back?

  • You finally felt like you understood the mind and body you're in every day?

Welcome to Healthy Foundations

  • Get to the Root

    Understand the fundamentals of your health, mentally and physically.

  • Bridge the Gap

    Close the gap between feeling "fine" and feeling "fantastic".

  • Empower Yourself

    Gain motivation, contentment and empowerment through knowledge, insight and understanding of your body.

This program is for YOU if...

  • You're looking to start making healthy life changes, but not sure where to begin

  • You're tired of going down the rabbit hole of health information, and want a reliable toolkit of resources to refer to

  • You're ready to marry mental and physical wellbeing in a simple framework that you can APPLY

  • You're looking for a refresher on the foundations you already know

A Healthy Foundation Starts Now

Join our integrative team in this one-of-a-kind program

Things You'll Master

With this program, you'll gain a better understanding of seven key areas of foundational health. The program will be broken down into modules: Purpose, Mindset, Rest, Nutrition, Physical Activity, Brain, and Connection.

Program Curriculum

  • 1

    Welcome to The Healthy Foundations Program

    • Introduction

    • Healthy Foundations Workbook

    • Wellbeing Tracker

  • 2

    Module 01: Purpose

    • Purpose

  • 3

    Module 02: Mindset

    • Can My Mindset Influence My Health?

    • Let's Get Motivated: The Link Between Mindset and Motivation

    • Building Habits that LAST!

    • Using Mindfulness to Create Healthy Habits

    • The Secret to Successful Goal Setting: SMART-O Goals

    • BONUS: Observing Your Garden - Mindfulness Meditation

    • BONUS: Body Scan

  • 4

    Module 03: Rest

    • The Science of the Nervous System: Breaking Down the Sympathetic and Parasympathetic Systems

    • Why is Rest SO Important?

    • Always Come Back to Your Breath

    • The Lowdown on Sleep

    • How to Establish an Impactful Rest Routine

    • BONUS: Diaphragmatic Breathing Guide

    • BONUS: Diaphragmatic Breathing Guide Audio

  • 5

    Module 04: Nutrition

    • Is There Really One PERFECT Diet?

    • Macro- and Micronutrients: The Building Blocks of a Healthy Diet

    • How to Create a Balanced Diet

    • How Hydrated Am I?

    • Establishing a Healthy Relationship with Food

    • BONUS: The Healthy Foundations Meal Planning Guide

  • 6

    Module 05: Physical Activity

    • The Biggest Return on Investment

    • Your Brain and Physical Activity

    • Is Inflammation Always Bad?

    • Exercise Versus Movement: There IS a Difference!

    • Factors That Inform our Participation in Physical Activity

    • Reframing Physical Activity

    • BONUS: Full Body Stretch

    • BONUS: Weekly Physical Activity Plan

  • 7

    Module 06: Brain

    • Let's Talk About the Brain

    • The Stress Response

    • Building Resilience

  • 8

    Module 07: Connection

    • The Systems of Connection That Influences Our Lives

    • Discovering My Self

    • Healthy Vs. Unhealthy Relationship Dynamics

    • How to Build Community

  • 9

    Module 08: Reflection

    • Reflection

About Us

Who are we, and why do we care?

One Elephant is founded on the basis that better health can be achieved when patients and practitioners alike work together in an effort to optimize and personalize care. Our vision is to transform health through personalized and team-based medicine. Our clinical team is made up of actual family and people who feel like family. Each of our practitioners are a unique and integral piece of our puzzle. With a shared passion in integrative and collaborative health, together we built One Elephant Integrative Health Team.

Your Healthy Foundations Workbook

The Healthy Foundations Workbook is your roadmap of growth and transformation as you navigate the Healthy Foundations Program. Consider it your journal, jam-packed with takeaway messages from the program, reflection questions, and tools to use as you take strides towards healthy habits.

Freebies/Bonus Material

In addition to your Healthy Foundations Workbook, check out the add-ons that you'll be getting with your program!

  • Meal Planning Guide

    Let's have some fun! Your meal planning guide will include over 20 delicious and nutritious recipes, as well as a handy tool to help you stay organized and on track with your meal schedule. Whether you are planning meals for yourself or a family, this tool will DEFINITELY come in handy.

  • Wellbeing Tracker

    Everyone's idea of wellbeing looks different - so let's make it personalized. Your wellbeing tracker combines self-care with a splash of colour to prioritize the things that matter most to you. Use this guide to remind you to take time for yourself and prioritize your health each and every day.

  • Guided Meditations, Breathing Videos, and more!

    We're leaving no stone unturned in this program. You'll be provided the tools to take your health to the next level...anywhere...anytime! Use our guided meditation scripts and breathing videos wherever you need them to keep you centred and grounded.

Meet Your Team

Naturopathic Doctor

Dr. Elaine Lewis

"I love being entrusted with my patients’ stories, their life goals, and their innermost fears. It honours me to help people see their own potential, as it starts with their health and bodies, and grows to their sense of self and inner confidence. When patients walk into my office, they often cannot see the light at the end of their health tunnel, and what I love is being able to hold a metaphorical flashlight for them and provide them the education and empowerment to create the health and body they desire."

Chiropractic Doctor

Dr. Yaad Shergill

"I love being able to show people what their bodies and minds are capable of. The connection between the mind and body is extremely powerful and when this is understood, profound changes take place within us. There are so many misconceptions about pain, specifically back pain out there, and being able to unravel some of these myths is very rewarding. I believe that through proper movement in your body and mind, you can achieve optimal health, well-being and increased productivity. That means when you move well and think well, and LIVE WELL."

Registered Dietitian

Norine Khalil

"Nutrition is more than what you eat, it is connected to our social, emotional and physical wellbeing. I believed that understanding a person’s relationship with food is the first step to change. I’ve always said nutrition is not necessarily my true passion - connection is my passion. Nutrition is a gateway to connection, and I love that my career and education have afforded me the opportunity to connect with so many different people in such a meaningful way. I can truly say that my path in nutrition and dietetics has been the most rewarding aspect of my life thus far, and I love that I am able to connect, educate, and learn with my patients each and every day. "

Psychotherapist

Sim Shergill

"There are 7.5 billion people in this world. We all observe and behave in this world differently. These differences lead to unique experiences of the world. From the day we are born, we are constantly learning through direct and indirect experiences. How we internalize these experiences can lead to different psychological states such as happiness or sadness. I feel that as a psychotherapist, my role is to help you be the gardener in your life. To help lay the foundation for thoughts, feelings and behaviour that are helpful towards achieving your life purpose. As the gardener, a psychotherapist can help others grow and become resilient under changing circumstances."

Psychotherapist

Krystle Pierre

"The most rewarding part about the process are the “ah-ha” moments that I get to experience with the individuals I work with. This moment can be because of a changed perspective of a challenge, new knowledge about the underlying factors contributing to their issues or the introduction of important coping mechanisms. Clients have described this as a “lightness” or “weight lifted.” After working with clients, hearing their stories, unpacking their challenges there comes a moment where there is a mental, physical and spiritual shift in the way they experience the world, their relationships and most importantly themselves."

Social Worker

Hira Sandhu

"My hope is to be a safe and supportive person for individuals who are seeking help. I strive towards helping individuals gain greater self-awareness, emotional intelligence, develop coping strategies, and build healthier relationships with themselves, and others. I intend to ensure that every individual feels heard, valued, and empowered."

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Can I complete the program on my own time?

    YES! The course content will be available to you upon registering, and from there you can plan to work through the program at your own pace, on your own time. We want to make sure that it works with your schedule - so you can complete in as much time as you need!

  • How long will this course take to complete?

    Great question! The program was designed for you to take your time and navigate at your own pace. There are a total of 8 modules in the program. Each module includes educational videos as well as interactive activities/reflections that will allow you to dig deep and establish meaningful and realistic goals towards better health. We suggest tackling one module each week for eight weeks to make it digestible and easy to follow along!

  • Will I have access to the program material after I complete it?

    You will be able to download the workbook once the course begins - and this is yours for life! Use it as often as you'd like as a tool in your healthy foundations toolkit. Access to course material will be available for 6 months once you've registered for the course to come back to should you wish to get a refresher on the modules.

  • What is the investment to sign up?

    The program cost is $197 and includes 8 comprehensive modules, along with a workbook and bonus materials to supplement your learning.

  • What can I expect to get out of this program once I complete it?

    Another excellent question! This program was designed to leave you feeling empowered, motivated, and ready to build long-lasting habits and goals around your foundational health. Upon completing the program, be prepared to have some key habits to focus on to better your health, as well as realistic and specific strategies to help make those habits long-lasting. Consider this the fertilizer required to cultivate a beautiful garden.