About - Ditch The Diet Studio

Hi! My name is Lilia

I’m a Registered Holistic Nutritionist & Fitness Coach

I don’t believe in diets or meal plans for health (unless it’s a therapeutic diet) and weight loss. I think they are methods of control that are bound to fail. There’s one big problem with diets for health and weight loss – they all focus on removing something, making us starve, and feeling psychologically and emotionally deprived.

Unfortunately, many of us excited with hope for a new diet to come out.

Why? Human nature… We want a magic pill! Guess what! There is NO MAGIC PILL!

I believe that diets don’t work for health and weight loss. If you can not live on that particular diet for the rest of your life then the diet won’t work for you.

So, then what is the solution for weight loss? In my opinion the solution for weight loss is going back to basics. Yes, it’s boring but it works.

more about me…

Are you tired of diets to lose weight but gaining all back? How about exercising and not seeing results? Are you tired of being demotivated and lacking the willpower to lose those midlife pounds?

That sounds like living life in misery. I know a lot of women over 40 who WANT to get healthy but don’t know where to start.

They feel like they have to put in hours at the gym or start running MILES every day. So they feel overwhelmed, hopeless, and helpless.

It does NOT have to be this way. There’s a (much) better and easier way. And how do I know that?

I was there before and I know exactly what you, a woman over 40 going through. I don’t want you to live your life in misery, doing everything and anything to lose weight, get fit and feel better with no results and hating your body.

Now, stop for a second.

I want you to imagine a life FREE from ever dieting again. Wouldn’t that be amazing?

Free from worrying about your food ever again; can I eat this or that?

FREE from counting calories or points or who knows what else.

FREE from exercising too much.

How about if I tell you, you can have a piece of cake and a glass of wine and not worrying about the scale in the morning any more.

Imagine how you will change and how you will feel in your NEW life after you ditch the diet forever and start living the life you deserve.

Imagine how much you would fall IN LOVE with your life again if you weren’t so consumed with your midlife extra pounds, feeling tired and demotivated to do anything about it. Or how much you hated your body that you couldn’t even look at yourself naked in the mirror?

Well, hello there, I am Lilia Mc Naught, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Fitness Coach and creator of Ditch the Diet Studio.

Ditch the Diet Studio is not about dieting, or rules, or labelling your food, or counting your calories, or exercising like there’s no tomorrow. Never again will you start a new diet or new fitness routine on a Monday morning!

I teach women over 40 how to eat right and train right, so that they get healthy, lose weight and increase the quality of lide. I can show you how to Ditch the Diet and start loving yourself again.

I wasn’t always who I’m today. I have a little secret to share with you. I may be a Nutritionist and Fitness Pro today, but that wasn’t always the case. In fact, if someone had told me 15 years ago I’d be interested in nutrition or fitness, I would have laughed.

I mean, I was the woman who never exercised or understood the right way of eating. I thought I would be healthy and good looking forever, don’t we all?!

So what the heck happened to turn my health and confidence into a mess?

I gained 40 pounds on my small frame of 5’2”. I was going through divorce. I was under stress. I hated my body and myself. I was diagnosed with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, thyrodism, hiatus hernia and acid reflex.

I ended up in a foreign country with no friends or family, and little English. I was all by myself in my life with my misery. My life was HELL!!! I could not eat, sleep or function normally any more.

And then one day, it suddenly happened. It was a devastating trigger of events. I lost my father to heart attack, my daughter was diagnosed with Multiple Scleroses. I had no other choice but to change my life around and help my daughter with devastating autoimmune condition.

I made a final decision and introduced myself to the power of good nutrition, mind-body connection and fitness. It became my passion and reason for living.

I decided to put my Civil Engineering Degree back on the shelf and went back to school to get my education in Nutrition that became a passion of mine.

Fast forward 15 years; thousands of research hours, tens of thousands of dollars in education, two degrees, two diplomas, seven certifications, and hundreds of clients later; I have combined all my personal experience and professional expertise in a powerful solution that can finally show you how to lose weight naturally, even if you have a piece of cake or a glass of wine.

If you have tried everything and failed, NOW get ready to get the healthy body and mind you always dreamed about without dieting or depriving yourself. This is your time and you, yes, I’m talking to YOU, you deserve it. Let’s get started.

I specialize in helping women who struggle with peri/menopause symptoms (weight gain is a symptom) and other health issues related to menopause. Ditch The Diet Studio is the ONLY whole foods weight loss system including fitness and nutrition that is personalized just for you, where you get to eat the foods you love, do the workouts designed just for you, burn fat, improve your health and learn easy to implement nutrition habits that will last a lifetime.

My work is about helping women to get healthy, lose weight and keep it off forever. I provide superior programs that focuses on teaching women to eat the foods they love and easily found at any grocery store. Say good-bye to food confusion and frustration over which brand to pick, when to eat and how much to eat. Say good-bye to extreme fitness that is generic or what somebody else is doing.

I have helped hundreds of women achieve better health through nutrition, fitness and weight loss across North America and Europe.

As the founder of Ditch The Diet Studio I also run a successful Fitness & Nutrition Studio and continue to help women to improve their lives, both physically and emotionally.

My practice is in Cobourg, Ontario, Canada – but I support clients worldwide.

Change is not easy. Knowing what to do is one thing but implementing it is a whole other matter. This is where I come in.

Join me, Lilia Mc Naught, Nutritionist and Fitness Coach on a journey to a slimmer, happier, healthier YOU!

I’d love to support you…

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What People Say

"Just completed my first 12 weeks full body transformation with Lilia. I feel great!! Yes, I’ve completely changed what and how I eat- and yes, it’s challenging. I also work out 4 days a week at Ditch The Diet Studio. My anxiety has decreased significantly and my patience increased. I’m sleeping better and my mind is more sharp. I still eat treats in moderation. Also, I’ve lost 25 lbs and 10 inches but that's not what is most important to me. I’ve done this to be healthier and enjoy my life more. This program is to help you understand how complex your body works and how to respect that. Lilia is easy to speak with and relate to and has a deep understanding of what she teaches and preaches."

Dawn

"I have never been thin but I was always able to manage my weight by exercise. Once I hit 50 that was harder and harder to do. I started doing Kettlebell with Lilia twice a week, and I felt great and got stronger but no real weight loss. I signed up for Lilia's 12 week transformation, and was amazed at the results. I lost 30 pounds! Lilia's program is easy to follow and maintain because it's really just common sense. I never felt deprived and red wine is still my favourite carb 🙂 Lilia is a wealth of information on nutrition and explains things in a way that is easy to follow and remember. I would highly recommend Lilia if you are looking to lose weight in a sensible manner and keep the weight off for life."

Sheilla

"I went to Lilia exhausted, defeated, sad and at my lowest. Her Diagnostic Health Assessment was a HUGE eye opener for me and it changed my life! I have been working with Lilia for 8 weeks now and I can't tell you how much she has already taught me about my body. I am finally changing my relationship with food! I am down 22lbs and still a work in progress. I am looking forward to reaching my goals with Lilia's knowledge and support. Thank you Lilia for taking me on and believing inn me!"

Alyson

I started seeing Lilia for the 12 week transformation plan and she has taught me so much about how to eat properly and she explains why, in a way that makes so much sense. I feel like I have learned so much from her. I have lost some weight and have to lose more but I am doing it in a healthy way. She is very knowledgeable and understands where you are in your head. I enjoy our weekly sessions and would recommend her if you are a senior looking to lose weight or just change your eating habits to a healthy lifestyle.

Debra

"My name is Marg and there are not enough words to express how appreciative I am of Lilia's help and support and her AMAZING 12 week full body transformation program. I am a 62 year old retired elementary principal who had 30 pounds to lose. I have literally spent thousands of dollars on losing weight over the last 20 years. (Jonny Craig, isagenix, diet centre, weight watchers). This is the first time I understand and feel in control. I have lost 15 pounds and have an energy and confidence that I thought were gone with aging. I feel blessed to have a friend that suggested kettle bells and Lilia. Her one hour sessions one on one is the icing on the cake! You feel so supported and she tweaks programs for everyone’s uniqueness!!!"

Marg

"Well, I have tried a few diets over the years and sometime I lost weight and sometimes I didn’t lose anything. 6 months ago I started working with Lilia and I am down 48 lbs. I am ecstatic at the results and I feel awesome! Thank you so much Lilia!"

Pam

Lilia is extremely knowledgeable and has worked with me to help me achieve a healthier me. Not only did she coach me on choosing healthier eating choices and the mechanics of those on my body, but more importantly overcoming some other intestinal stomach issues that my family doctor was not able to achieve. I highly recommend Lilia for those of you who are interested in choosing a healthier lifestyle, especially if you have been a yo-yo dieter in the past.

Elissa

"I have been attending classes for three months. They are the best fitness classes I have ever attended. Lilia is an amazing instructor. The classes are never the same. Every muscle group is used and the hour goes by quickly. I’m really enjoying them and am feeling stronger every day. I would highly recommend them. "

Sally

"I went to Lilia with my husband for a 12 week nutrition and wellness course. We were both feeling rundown with lessened energy and needing to lose some weight. Lilia is great at honing in on your eating habits and showing you a better way to eat. It is not a diet. it is a realistic, enjoyable, healthy lifestyle change. we both lost weight, but more importantly lost fat! I am now attending Lilia's kettle bell classes and loving it. it is more difficult and I think more important to live a healthy lifestyle when you are over 50. Lilia is a great coach and encourages and celebrates all your achievements. Call her you will not regret it. "

Donnie

"Working with Lilia was wonderful. She explained the underlying science that allows our physical bodies to function and how/why it is important to maintain balance. I am very happy with what I learned and how EASY it was to eliminate the extra weight I was carrying around. I have not yet reached my goal, but I’m a lot closer to reaching it after 3 months of weekly meetings with Lilia than I ever was during the my frustrating attempts during the last 7 years. What I have learned about nutrition and maintaining blood sugar from Lilia will stay with me for the rest of my life. Thank you for this Lilia. "

Janet

"Lilia is an amazing and nonjudgmental support in getting your life to where you want it. I lost 20 lbs and I am at my goal weight. More importantly, I know what my body needs and why. Once I had this information it became easy to start a healthy lifestyle and I am able to keep it up. Thank you Lilia "

Heather

"I like the eye opening information she provided to me and how Lilia takes each of my issues personally as though they were hers. The plan is easy to follow, something you don’t like no problem Lilia will give you other alternatives Love the workouts too, along with her sense of humour It’s truly an experience I’ve never had before with other plans I’ve tried,,, Thanks Lilia🤗 "

Brenda