This nutrition expert gives professional advice for national publications such as Today's Parent, Canadian Living and Chatelaine and she’s also a regular contributor for CBC News Online.
Andrea has also made a name for herself on camera, having appeared as the dietitian on the Life Network's popular reality weight loss show Taking it Off, CTV National News and CBC News Today Newsworld. She's also been interviewed by CBC radio in almost every province in Canada.
Closer to home, she regularly provides the 'goods on food' to Global News-Morning, CITY-TV's Breakfast Television and CFCN News at Noon in Calgary. Andrea earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition and Food Sciences and completed a Dietetic Internship to become a Registered Dietitian.
She is a member of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers where she plays the role of media expert for the Dietitians of Canada, a member of the Dietitians of Canada and the College of Dietitians of Alberta.
Andrea was honored with a regional award known as The Speaking of Food & Healthy Living Award for Excellence in Consumer Education by the Dietitians of Canada in 2008. Andrea enjoys drinking wine with her husband over a good meal at her leisure time.
She loves to follow her favorite sports which are hiking and rock climbing in the Canadian Rockies and backcountry skiing. Some of Andrea’s Testimonials include: “Andrea Holwegner brings huge value and return on investment as an inspiring leader in the nutrition field. She is an upbeat speaker, with credible, practical ideas to share.
We have continued to bring her back again and again to speak to our employees. Her message is starting to stick! Our employees are starting to walk the talk and as a result of eating better, are returning to work feeling healthier and more energized.” Says Sheri Brake who is the Manager, Employee Development at IHS Energy.
According to Denise Russell who is the President of Alberta Society of Nutrition Managers, “WOW, We don't have to be perfect. What a relief! Andrea spoke at our annual fall conference, and just lit up the room with her energized, dynamic, and inspiring presentation.
The feedback from our participants was just glowing; like they've been renewed and given permission to focus on what really counts at meal time. The real life approach to food and nutrition is so much more attainable and sustainable.
Our group consisted of Food and Nutrition managers, dietitians, and food industry reps, and all were engaged with Andrea's messages.” Christopher Sprentz the Marketing Manager of SYSCO Calgary also contributes saying “ We can't thank you enough for your contributions to our HealthCare Education day, especially on such tight timelines.
The amount of work you put into tailoring your message and your presentation to our crowd was very clear. Your presentation was an incredible opportunity for our customers to take something away not only for their professional lives, but for their personal lives as well. Additionally, your energy and ability to relate to the audience was invaluable as a presenter.
Your presentation truly transcended age and time, and everybody was able to relate and walk away with something to help them out. Thank you so much for inspiring that in our customers and in us. We hope to have you back again.” And according to Tina Tamagi, Human Resources, ARC Resources Ltd, “Excellent presentation!
What a refreshing change to have a speaker inspire rather than lecture about nutrition. Your captivating stories, tips and overall approach to healthy eating uplifts and puts people at ease.
It was great to hear we don't need to strive to be perfect eaters, and that small changes really can make a difference in how we feel and in our health.
Thanks to Andrea, we have solutions to our every day nutrition challenges that can actually work in real life!” Also, Debra Watt who is the Manager of Court Services, Alberta Justice adds “Andrea, your high energy keynote session delivered at our conference was right on target! Your positive contagious energy and humour generated optimism with our group.
Your stories and practical tips not only captivated the attention of our group, but inspired us to take charge of our health. We learned that eating well doesn't have to be difficult, and that small changes can really make a difference in how we feel at work every day.
Your fresh approach to healthy eating and philosophy that all foods can fit really allowed you to connect with the audience. We look forward to having you speak to our group again. Thanks!” And Michele Flaig also he this to say, “Andrea's approach to healthy eating not only inspires, but leaves a lasting impression of hope and confidence for success.
She has worked with our staff over the last few years in providing us with sessions focused on simple nutrition tips for better energy, health, and weight management. She is an expert in her field and truly knows how to challenge each person to do just a little bit better.
Improved nutrition for our staff has excellent returns for better focus and health for work and in our personal lives. Her sessions are always guaranteed for good attendance and we look forward to bringing her back again to motivate us some more!”
