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WELLNESS BLOG
All things holistic health, wellness and business.
The entire contents of this website are based upon the opinions of Jackie Wright and DND Wellness Co. Please note that Jackie Wright is not a dietitian, physician, pharmacist or other licensed healthcare professional. The information on this website is NOT intended as medical advice, nor is it intended to replace the care of a qualified health care professional. This content is not intended to diagnose or treat any diseases. Always consult with your primary care physician or licensed healthcare provider for all diagnosis and treatment of any diseases or conditions, for medications or medical advice as well as before changing your health care regimen.
Supplements for The Holistic Athlete: What’s Worth It and What’s Not
There's not much that can beat the value of building a real meal from scratch. As a holistic nutritionist, I believe in food first, but I also believe in meeting you where you are. Life doesn't always allow for the perfect meal at the perfect time. That's where supplements come in. They're meant to complement a solid foundation of whole, nourishing foods, not replace it. Let's talk about which ones are actually worth your money and how to choose quality products that align wi
Sep 186 min read
Hot Weather Hydration Beyond Just Water: Tips for Athletes
August heat can sneak up on you, especially when you’re training hard, sweating more, and spending extra time outside. Hydration matters for performance, recovery, energy, digestion, and even your mental clarity during the day. Being truly hydrated takes more than just drinking a litre of plain water when you remember. You need to drink consistently throughout the day, replace electrolytes when needed, and support your body with hydrating foods and intentional actions. What d
Aug 73 min read
How to Prevent the Afternoon Energy Crash: A Guide for Active People
You make it through your morning workout or a busy start to the workday… but then by 2 p.m., your eyelids start to feel heavy, your focus is foggy, and all you want to do is grab another coffee and something sweet. You might even feel a little better about it by telling yourself you’re supporting your local coffee shop (which, of course, isn’t a bad thing) but it may not solve the real problem. The afternoon energy crash is incredibly common, especially for active people who
Jun 55 min read
Supporting Injury Recovery Through Nutrition
If you've been in the gym for a while, you likely already know how an injury can not only interrupt your consistency, but also affect mood, energy, confidence, sleep, and day-to-day life. For those who thrive on routine, this pause can be frustrating, discouraging, and even a little isolating. While rest and rehab are essential, nutrition is often overlooked, despite its ability to influence how efficiently your body recovers, how much muscle you preserve, and how smoothly yo
May 55 min read
Building Consistency with Nutrition: Support Better Workouts and Energy
Most people don’t struggle with knowing what to eat; they struggle with doing it consistently when life is full of work, kids, travel, and late‑night cravings. Consistent nutrition isn’t supposed to be perfect, but there are simple routines that you can set up to support your strength, recovery, and mood each day. Why Consistent Nutrition Matters More Than Perfection When you think of your nutrition like a training cycle, it’s the work you repeat, not the one “perfect” day, t
Mar 175 min read
Dieting vs. Nutrition for Performance: Why Eating Enough Matters
Nutrition is often treated as a tool to control the way your body looks. Eat less. Cut back. Be disciplined. But for those doing high-intensity training, nutrition serves a different purpose altogether. It supports energy, recovery, and the ability to train consistently over time. When nutrition is approached through a dieting lens while training intensity remains high, the body is left trying to do more with less and making progress becomes harder than it needs to be. Unders
Jan 294 min read
How to Drink Without Wrecking Your Recovery: Alcohol and Athletic Performance
For many athletes, alcohol is part of social life, celebrations, and community. It shows up after competitions, on weekends, or during nights out with friends. But, at the same time, athletes care deeply about how their bodies perform and recover. If you’ve ever wondered how alcohol actually impacts your recovery and performance, or noticed that training feels different when you take a break, this article is for you. This isn’t about restriction or telling anyone what they “s
Jan 104 min read
Holiday Stress and Gym Performance: How to Keep Your Energy and Training on Track
For the sake of your nervous system, “less chaos and more protein” should be right at the top of your holiday wish list. December hits and suddenly having a routine is just a dream. Your schedule is packed, there’s sugar everywhere, sleep gets unpredictable, and training starts looking negotiable. The good news is that nothing is wrong with you. The holidays are simply a perfect storm for stress overload and your body reacts exactly the way it’s designed to. With a few simple
Dec 4, 20253 min read
Staying Hydrated in Winter: Tips for Athletes and Active Adults
You’re bundled up in a hoodie, trying to keep yourself from getting a chill between exercises, and probably not thinking much about hydration like you would be in July. Dehydration can sneak up on you more in the colder months when your thirst cues are lower, but your body still depends on water to perform, recover, and stay healthy. Hydration in Cold Weather In the winter, your body’s thirst response can drop by about 40% ( NCBI ). You simply don’t feel as thirsty, even thou
Nov 1, 20253 min read
Strengthen Your Immune System: How to Stay Resilient as the Seasons Change
As the air gets colder and the days get shorter, it’s common to feel a dip in energy and for colds and bugs to start making their way into your home. Spending more time indoors, leaning into comfort foods, and losing daylight hours can all impact your body’s defenses. The good news is that your immune system is not a mystery that randomly works or doesn't. It’s a living system that you can support every single day through the way you fuel, rest, and take care of your body. If
Oct 4, 20254 min read
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