system:slim is a progressive health and nutrition education company that has brought together a new and unique weight loss system. The healthy eating programmes help people to lose weight, body fat and inches by making simple changes to their eating by using the glycaemic index as a guide. We also provide an extensive and comprehensive support structure throughout New Zealand where people can go along on a weekly basis to receive help, support and motivation. You will have your measurements taken which will monitor your successful weight loss and body mass index improvement.
system:slim have fully trained system:slim weight loss Consultants and Clinic's throughout New Zealand who help to support the many thousands of people who are currently following our programmes. All System:slim weight loss clinic's are independently owned but they all support the System:slim way of life and all want their clients to live long and well.
system:slim source unique proprietary formulations of natural nutritional supplements that enhance the effectiveness of the system:slim weight loss programme, improving people's health, vitality and energy levels.
Our main aim is to provide the support, health and expertise in helping people to achieve their perfect weight. We have a dedicated team of weight loss consultants who are trained to help, motivate and advise all our clients on how best to follow the programme. You will feel encouraged and supported by people who care.
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Introducing the Founder – Shirleyanne Evans
I have a real love of life and family. Like most mums I have a strong desire to ensure my family is healthy and strong. In the mid 1990's I began to notice that my husband and I were getting frequently ill and slowly putting on weight. We had always exercised well, both being joggers but we also ate well and probably more than we should.
When I was pregnant with my first child I had an experience that I had before many times but this time it stuck in my head that this was NOT normal. We were getting late for lunch and I started to get very hungry, and grumpy. By the time we ate – 30mins later I was feeling depressed and 'pissed off'. I also noticed a slight tremor in my hands. This had happened many times before but this was the first time I had taken any notice of it.
I decided to find out what was wrong. This started me on a journey.
I now know that what was causing that experience was the food I was putting in my mouth. Even though I had an applied science degree and a Masters (so not a mental slug) I had got seduced by television commercials on what was healthy food and the right things to eat. I was wrong and within six to 12 months I had changed our lives around and our health is now always good, weight management is good and life is good.
That's what system:slim is all about – putting life back into your health. It's a journey which gives you knowledge and control over what food you put in your mouth – without missing out on the fun stuff as well! Because life has to be fun too.
system:slim started in 2003. We used the best people we could find to teach us about weight and health (without using drugs) but using the most up to date scientific knowledge we had about how the body worked and how food affected it. Yes this is science too but it works! And its tasty and natural!
Introducing Chin
I have been a pharmacist since 1997. Bought my first pharmacy in 2001 and then bought a health food business (True Foods) in 2003. Got bored in 2006 and bought two more pharmacies and another one last year in 2010. So far the journey has been mind blowing and no doubt system:slim will carry on making it so.
Throughout my professional life, I can guarantee the one type of customer that I see every day – the ones that want to lose weight. Sure, being a legal drug pusher there are heaps of options out there and they work too! However, after a while, I realize that it is not about losing weight, it is about maintaining a healthy weight.
Most options on the market offer you a weight loss solution – not a weight management solution. Weight loss drugs are not designed for long term use, neither are they safe in that instance. Meal replacement diets also are not for long term use, plus who wants to drink crappy shakes for the rest of their life anyway. There is a better way. The natural way – the system:slim way.
Being a pharmacist with a geeky background on human physiology, system:slim programmes makes the most sense when it comes to weight management. Our physiology is borne of human evolution – we can cheat it via drugs or lie to it via protein shakes but in the end, our bodies are designed to cope with either options for long term.
I looked long and hard for a weight loss solution to complement what I do as a health professional and only system:slim tick all these boxes - it is a physiologically balanced, natural, achievable, maintainable and reproducible program. It is not rocket science, it is just body science and at system:slim we understand how to make it work for you!
Introducing Sarah
After having children I developed an interest in mountain biking, diving and kayaking. It was this that inspired me to study a Bachelor of Sport & Recreation and also obtain certification as a Personal Trainer. About the same time I also trained as a Nutrition & Lifestyle Consultant with RNC working with their clients for two years in Tauranga. A desire to help others motivated me to continue in the area of nutrition and in my 8 years of nutrition counselling experience, I have learnt lifestyle changes must be practical and beneficial if they are to be sustainable.
Finding the right balance of work, play, rest, exercise and good nutrition can be a challenge for us all. Although I have never excelled at any sports, I enjoy being outdoors and love giving new sports a go and having a laugh while participating. More recently I have become more involved in the business side of the Health & Wellness industry however I still enjoy supporting & answering any questions the consultants have regarding their clients.
We all have to find the right personal balance in nutrition to enable us to live the life we want to live. There is a way to turn unhealthy eating habits into good. system:slim will give you the keys you need to provide your body with the best nutrition to enhance your life and find the right balance. We provide a smart, satisfying approach to a healthier life. I hope you enjoy the system:slim programme.
Introducing Inga
Born and bred in Hamburg, Germany, I grew up with homeopathic and herbal remedies as an aid for any ailments. I gained my Diploma of Naturopathy in New Zealand in 2003, and the Diploma of Proficiency in Bowen Therapy in 2005. My personal experience with natural remedies and having two children has enabled her to prove that natural health remedies can have a place in health & wellness for everybody.
Nutrition is a central part of my approach, as without the right 'fuel', the body cannot function properly. I have been with system:slim Ltd, since 2003 where I was a Consultant and moved on to being the part of the team as company Naturopath. I look forward to supporting you alongside your consultant on the programme.
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