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Dr. Tanya Wylde, ND, MSCP

Dr. Tanya Wylde, ND, MSCP

Naturopathic metabolic, nutrition and lifestyle care.

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Katerina Ivanovik, NP

Katerina Ivanovik, NP

Independent Nurse Practitioner assessment and GLP-1 prescribing when appropriate.

Meet Katerina

Reach your weight loss goals in a sustainable way with personalized support backed by research

A tailored Weight Loss Program includes:

Personal Assessment
Let’s uncover the root cause for weight gain such as hormone and vitamin deficiencies. Assessments may include bloodwork to help detect any hormonal imbalances including thyroid, stress, insulin and reproductive hormones.

Addressing Lifestyle Habits
What actions and habits are preventing your weight loss? Suboptimal sleep patterns and lack of physical exercise negatively impact hormones and increase feelings of hunger. Lack of meal prep and poor stress management may lead to unhealthy food choices.  Menu planning, timed eating, mindful eating, sleep rituals, stress management and developing a healthy relationship with your food will help you get on the path to successful weight loss.

Nutritional Consulting
A personalized analysis and educational approach will assist in determining the most suitable strategies for your weight loss. For instance, we evaluate if intermittent fasting aligns with your health profile and preferences. We help you understand the reasons behind your dietary choices, the best foods for you to consume and when to eat them to support your weight loss objectives.  You may require gradual weight loss techniques and guidance on adopting a healthier lifestyle.  Understanding how to interpret food labels, healthy portion sizes and grasp the importance of balanced macronutrients could be very beneficial.  Alternatively, you might be seeking a rapid but safe weight loss program to jumpstart your metabolism and boost your confidence.  By identifying the underlying causes of weight gain and providing enough support through both the weight loss and maintenance phase, the best approach is tailored for you to both achieve and maintain your goals.  Are you ready to do what it takes to achieve your goals?  If your answer is “yes”, schedule a consultation with Dr. Wylde today to embark on your weight loss journey.

ND-LED NUTRITION AND METABOLIC CARE

Healthy Weight Programs

Our ND-led programs provide nutrition, lifestyle and metabolic support tailored to your history and goals. Where medication support may be helpful, your ND may refer you to Katerina Ivanovik, NP, for an independent assessment of whether a GLP-1 medication is appropriate. Katerina makes the prescribing decision and manages any medication she prescribes, coordinating with your ND when care is shared.

You may also book directly with Katerina for an NP assessment without first seeing an ND. An ND-led weight-loss program is not required to request an NP appointment.

Metabolic Reset Weight Loss Program

A structured, four-week program beginning with a standard initial ND appointment of up to 75 minutes, followed by two follow-up visits booked two weeks apart, each up to 30 minutes.

For patients working toward a larger weight-loss goal, a one-month reset may be repeated approximately every three months when clinically appropriate. Between resets, a maintenance routine focuses on sustainable nutrition and lifestyle habits to support your progress over time.

Be Your Best Self Weight Loss Program

A more gradual program focused on understanding the everyday habits that can make weight loss difficult and building new habits that support long-term progress.

After a standard initial ND appointment of up to 75 minutes, follow-up visits are generally booked weekly for up to 30 minutes.

Ongoing support and maintenance

Follow-up visits of up to 30 minutes are generally booked monthly while you work toward your goal. Once your target weight is reached and your maintenance routine is well integrated, visits may be spaced to two to three times per year, for up to 45 minutes, according to your needs.

What you will learn in both programs

Both programs include comprehensive education and individualised support:

  • Assessment of possible hormonal, metabolic or micronutrient factors that may affect your weight.
  • Nutrition while taking a GLP-1 medication, if applicable, including protein, nutrient density, hydration and meal timing.
  • Understanding macronutrients and micronutrients.
  • Reading nutrition labels and managing portion sizes.
  • Choosing carbohydrate foods that support your health and nutrition goals.
  • Practical grocery-shopping and meal-planning strategies.
  • Tracking nutrition in a balanced, manageable way, without obsession.
  • Exercise strategies to support fat loss and lean muscle preservation.
  • Sleep, stress and hormone-health strategies that support your goals.
  • A virtual grocery-store visit for real-time, personalised food-choice guidance—strongly recommended, particularly when appetite changes with GLP-1 medication.

In-person and hybrid care

In-person visits with Dr. Tanya, or a combination of in-person and virtual care, are encouraged during an ND-led weight-loss program when appropriate. Baseline and progress measurements may include:

  • Waist circumference
  • Grip strength
  • Lean body mass
  • Body fat percentage

These measurements help you and your clinician track changes and adjust your plan. Virtual care is available for Toronto, the GTA and across Ontario. In-person care is available with Dr. Tanya; see our fee guide for location details. Contact our admin team after booking in Jane to arrange the in-person appointment and receive the address.

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GLP-1 Support

Medical prescribing meets holistic metabolic care.

GLP-1 medication may be considered following an independent NP assessment. New patients can book directly with Katerina Ivanovik, NP, without a prior ND appointment, or be referred by an ND. ND-led nutrition, metabolic and lifestyle support can be included in a shared care plan when helpful. Katerina independently decides whether medication is appropriate and manages any medication she prescribes.

Program pillars

  • Individualised assessment (NP or ND): History, goals, previous attempts, risk factors, medications and baseline measurements. Katerina independently assesses whether a GLP-1 medication is appropriate.



  • Evidence-Based Prescribing (NP): Dosing plans, titration, and side-effect prevention strategies.



  • Holistic Support (ND): Protein-forward nutrition, resistance training, sleep, gut health, behavior coaching, and relapse-prevention planning.



  • Structured Monitoring: Regular check-ins, side-effect review, and lab work as indicated (A1c/fasting glucose, lipids, CMP, thyroid, B12/iron/vit D as relevant).

Who it’s for




  • Adults who meet clinical criteria for GLP-1 therapy and want comprehensive care rather than a medication-only approach.



  • People looking for sustainable results with muscle-preserving strategies (nutrition + strength training).



  • Onboarding: intake, labs as indicated, and a clear titration plan if eligible.



  • First 12 weeks: gradual dose titration with ND support to maintain protein, fiber, hydration, and resistance training.



  • Beyond 12 weeks: outcome reviews, taper/maintenance planning, and continued lifestyle coaching.

Common questions (FAQ)


Do I have to qualify?

Yes. Katerina Ivanovik, NP, independently assesses clinical eligibility and safety. An assessment does not guarantee a prescription.


Will I lose muscle?

We actively program protein targets and resistance training to preserve lean mass.


Is this long-term?

We design an individualized maintenance or taper strategy so gains are sustainable


Side effects?

We counsel on prevention/management (e.g., GI upset) and adjust dosing accordingly.