Naturopathic Clinic Ottawa | Natural Women's Health

 

An 8-week online group program for women in midlife

Metabolic Reset:
Calm Body, Steady Energy

For the woman who is tired of pushing through the afternoon crash, lying awake at 3 a.m., and starting over on yet another plan. Learn to work with your metabolism and your nervous system, not against them.

  • Starts Wednesday, Oct 28
  • Wednesdays · 7–8:30 pm ET
  • Live online · small group
Does this sound familiar?

You’re doing “all the right things.” So why do you still feel this way?

  • You wake up tired, lean on coffee to get going, and hit a wall by 3 p.m.
  • Your mind is racing at night, or you fall asleep fine and wake at 3 a.m.
  • You feel wired and exhausted at the same time, and small things feel big.
  • Sugar and carb cravings seem to run the show, especially when you’re stressed.
  • You’ve tried plan after plan. Each one worked for a little while, and then it didn’t.
  • Somewhere along the way you started to wonder if the problem is you.

It isn’t. In midlife, stress, sleep and blood sugar are tightly linked. When your nervous system is stuck on high alert, your body is working to keep you safe, and steady energy is hard to find no matter how disciplined you are.

You don’t need more willpower. You need a body that feels safe enough to settle.

A different approach

This isn’t another diet. It’s a reset for your whole system.

Food is only one piece. Metabolic Reset weaves together three areas that support each other.

01

Nourish

Simple, practical food foundations for steadier blood sugar and energy. No calorie counting, no forbidden lists. We start here, so you have something practical from week one.

02

Settle

Gentle somatic practices drawn from Somatic Experiencing to support your nervous system as it moves out of “on alert” and into rest.

03

Reconnect

Coaching, mindset support and guided meditations to quiet the inner critic and help you trust your body again.

The 8-week journey

What we’ll explore together

Each Wednesday has its own theme. Alongside it, the first four weeks look at one meal of the day at a time, and the last four keep them all going.

Week 1 · Oct 28

Blood sugar

How blood sugar shapes your energy through the day, and a steadier start at breakfast.

Week 2 · Nov 4

Cravings

What cravings may be asking for, and building a lunch with protein and fibre.

Week 3 · Nov 11

Caffeine and alcohol

How caffeine and alcohol can affect your energy and sleep, and snacks that help you stay steady.

Week 4 · Nov 18

The inner garden

The vagus nerve and gentle somatic tools for settling, plus a nourishing dinner.

Week 5 · Nov 25

Movement

Moving in a way that builds energy instead of draining it.

Week 6 · Dec 2

Sleep

Evening rhythms and practices that support deeper rest.

Week 7 · Dec 9

Stress and hormones

How stress and hormones interact in midlife, and practices for letting go of what drains you.

Week 8 · Dec 16

Integration

Bringing it all together into a steady path you can carry into the new year.

Inside each week

How each Wednesday works

Every session has three parts, and every session is recorded so you can catch up or revisit it.

A 20-minute lessonPractical metabolic health teaching on the week’s theme, with one action item in a lighter and a fuller version, and a simple tracking sheet.
A somatic practiceNoticing what your body is asking for and giving it room, then a focused practice seated or lying down.
A 20-minute guided meditationA calm, imaginative journey that changes each week.
Between sessionsA short daily guided meditation of 5 to 10 minutes, and a daily email with that day’s practice, a journal prompt and links to everything you need.
What’s included

What you’ll receive

8 live group sessions90 minutes each on Zoom, Wednesdays 7–8:30 pm ET.
Session recordingsCan’t make it live? Catch up on your own time.
Guided somatic practicesShort audio practices to help your body settle, any time of day.
Guided meditationsA weekly guided meditation in each session, plus a short daily version for the week.
A daily emailThat day’s practice, a journal prompt and links, so you always know what’s next.
Simple food guidesEasy meal ideas and templates. No complicated recipes.
A small, supportive groupKept small so everyone is seen and heard.
Is this for you?

This group was made for you if…

This is a fit if you:

  • Are a woman in your 30s, 40s or 50s feeling tired, stressed or unsettled
  • Are done with restrictive diets and want something kinder that lasts
  • Are curious about how your nervous system affects your energy and sleep
  • Would like support and company, not another thing to do alone
  • Can join most Wednesday evenings (recordings help when you can’t)

It may not be the right fit if you:

  • Are looking for a rapid weight-loss plan
  • Need individual medical assessment or treatment right now
  • Aren’t ready to try a few small changes over eight weeks
Dr. Jada MacLeod, ND
Your guide

Hi, I’m Dr. Jada MacLeod, ND

For 17 years I’ve sat with women who were doing everything they’d been told, and still felt exhausted, anxious and stuck. What I’ve seen again and again is that food matters, and so does the state of the nervous system underneath it.

I created Metabolic Reset to bring together what I do in my clinic, naturopathic nutrition, Somatic Experiencing and guided meditation, in a warm, practical group setting.

I’m also a woman in midlife. I know this season, and I’d love to walk through it with you.

Naturopathic Doctor, licensed in Ontario · Somatic Experiencing Practitioner (SE International) · Founder of Healing House, Ottawa, since 2012

Join the first group

Ready to feel more steady?

The first cohort begins Wednesday, October 28. Spaces are limited so the group stays small and personal.

Limited spots · Starts Oct 28
$480

CAD · Metabolic Reset, 8 weeks

$60 per session, invoiced as Naturopathic Consultation

  • 8 live 90-minute group sessions
  • Recordings of every session
  • Guided somatic practices and meditations
  • Short daily meditations and a daily email between sessions
  • Simple food guides and meal templates
  • A small, supportive group of women
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Questions

Frequently asked

Is this a weight-loss program?

No. The focus is steadier energy, calmer stress responses and better sleep. We don’t count calories, weigh ourselves or cut out food groups.

What if I miss a Wednesday?

Every session is recorded and shared afterward, so you can catch up whenever it suits you.

How much time will this take each week?

The 90-minute live session plus about 10–15 minutes a day for small practices. It’s designed to fit a full life.

Do I need to change my whole diet?

No. We start with a few simple, practical shifts and build gently from there. Nothing extreme.

What is Somatic Experiencing?

A body-based approach designed to help the nervous system release stress and return to a more settled state. In the group, you’ll learn gentle practices you can use on your own.

Will I need to share personal things in the group?

Only what you’re comfortable with. You’re welcome to listen, and cameras are optional.

Is this a replacement for individual care?

No. This is an educational group program. If you have a health condition or take medication, please talk to your healthcare provider before making changes. If you’d like individualized care, one-on-one visits are available at Healing House.

Not ready yet?

Join Steady Energy Notes: gentle, practical tips for calmer days and steadier energy, plus first notice when new groups open.

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Your body isn’t broken. It’s asking for a different kind of support.

Let’s spend the next eight weeks giving it that, together.

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Starts Wednesday, Oct 28 · 7–8:30 pm ET · Online

Metabolic Reset is an educational group program and does not replace individual medical assessment, diagnosis or treatment. Please consult your healthcare provider before making changes to your diet, supplements or medications.

 

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