My life is pretty busy. I’m always with clients, always on the go, always about to start a new project. I love it, and I wouldn’t have it any other way, but I’ve noticed lately that my habits when it comes to food and meal prep have definitely taken a turn for the worst. I’ve also started experiencing increased levels of stress, because well, duh, I run my own business and sometimes it’s stressful.

It’s become natural to put my business first which means more often than not I’m ordering in, grabbing take out, and drinking buckets of coffee. I’m talking SO MUCH COFFEE. And I’m doing this because I feel like like I just don’t have the extra time to cook big meals for myself. I also live on my own, and I mean come one, cooking for one person is CHALLENGING if you don’t know what you’re doing.

So for months I’ve got this bad-eating-habits+increased-stress-level situation going on and it’s just been bad news.

Then one day life puts Ashley Freeman and myself in a room together and PRESTO, I’m blessed (#BLESSED haha) with a new friend who is also a TALENTED Vancouver-based nutritionist.

Over time we’ve become better friends and Ashley has started to help me get my nutritional habits back on track while dealing with my stress more effectively. She listens carefully, asks the tough questions, and has created a plan that is realistic and sustainable. And since she delivered me my plan, she’s been there for me every step of the way. When I stumble or fail, she’s there to motivate, inspire, or just plain kick my butt into gear. I swear she’s got a sixth sense because she always checks in right when I feel like I’m struggling.

Bottom line: she’s someone you want to know. Whether you need a nutritional makeover, help with managing your stress levels, or you want clearer skin, Ash is your go to girl. She’s so approachable and genuine that she makes the whole process enjoyable and makes you feel like you can really achieve your goals.

A few weeks ago we got together to take some photos of her for her website, for which she made an insanely healthy and delicious green smoothie. I’m pumped about the results, so check out the rest of this post to see her lovely face, get a sweet smoothie recipe and hear more about Ashley Freeman Nutrition.

MEET ASHLEY

Ashley Freeman is Certified Nutritional Practitioner who graduated with First Class Honours from the Institute of Holistic Nutrition in Vancouver. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of Victoria. After graduating, Ashley worked for several years in health planning for the federal government and, during this time, she was selected to be the corporate wellness champion for her department. Along with a lifetime of interest in health and wellness, this role served as the catalyst for Ashley to pursue a career in nutrition.

Ashley has built a coaching practice that is focused on supporting female professionals with weight loss, stress management, anxiety, and burnout. She is committed to establishing authentic connections with her clients and is dedicated to discovering proactive diet and lifestyle approaches that improve health and happiness through private and group coaching programs.

Known for her passion and humour, Ashley has presented and facilitated workshops at several public health events to build awareness of proper, whole food nutrition and empower people to prepare food. As recreation is a fundamental part of her philosophy on health, Ashley makes the time to hike, run, ride horses and travel.

Want to check out her website? Find it here —>>> www.ashleyfreemannutrtion.com

For a blender, Ashley swears by her Vitamix Total Nutrition Center

Love Ashley’s style? Her wine coloured tank is from Aritzia, and her gorgeous blue blazer is from Zara.

And now drumroll please….The Green Warrior Smoothie Recipe!!