Rooted in science, guided by nature
Naturopathic doctor in Edmonton with an interest in digestion, hormones, metabolic disorders, weight management and women’s health.
Small-Group Program for Evidence-Based Weight Management led by a naturopathic doctor with training in metabolic health and obesity medicine.
Wellness Beyond Weight Collective
When weight loss feels harder than it should, it’s often because the conversation around weight has been oversimplified.
The Wellness Beyond Weight Collective is a 6-month small-group program led by Dr. Jules Passy, ND, designed to help you understand the biological and behavioural factors that influence weight regulation.
Rather than another diet plan, this program focuses on helping you understand your metabolism, appetite regulation, health patterns, and barriers to change so you can make informed decisions that support long-term metabolic health.
The next cohort begins May 20, 2026
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Why Weight Loss Often Feels So Difficult
Weight regulation is influenced by many interconnected systems.
Metabolism, appetite hormones, insulin resistance, sleep, stress physiology, medications, genetics, and past dieting all affect how the body stores and uses energy.
When these factors are not understood, weight management often becomes a cycle of restriction, frustration, and self-blame.
This program focuses on helping you understand how these systems interact so you can approach weight management with greater clarity and realistic expectations.
An Evidence-Based Approach
Research shows that structured behavioral programs with regular sessions over at least six months are among the most effective approaches for sustainable weight loss.
The Wellness Beyond Weight Collective is designed around these same evidence-based behavioral principles, including:
• Regular structured sessions
• Education on metabolism and weight regulation
• Self-reflection and problem solving
• Supportive group discussion
• Long-term skill building
What You Will Learn
• Why the “eat less, move more” often fails
• How metabolism adapts during weight loss
• The role of appetite, eating patterns and environment on weight regulation
• How sleep, stress, hormones, and medications affect weight
• How to interpret body composition and health data
• Long term strategies
• How to develop realistic expectations for weight change
•Key nutritional advice for the long term
The goal is to help you work with your biology rather than against it.
Program Details
Format: Small-group program
Duration: 6 months
Sessions: Every other week
Session length: 75 minutes
Facilitator: Dr. Jules Passy, ND
Sessions combine education, discussion, and reflection so participants can apply concepts to their own health experiences.
Participants are encouraged to continue individual medical care alongside the program for individual consultation and treatment plans.
Participants suited for the program will receive an official letter they can use to submit with their tax receipts.
Who Is This Program For
- This program may be helpful if:
- You feel stuck despite trying multiple approaches in the past
- Dieting has left you frustrated or disconnected from your body
- You want to understand your metabolism rather than fight it
- You are interested in an evidence-based approach to weight management
- You value education, reflection, and learning from others
Next start date: May 20, 2026
Spots are limited to maintain a small group environment.
Empowering natural
health care
I’m Dr. Jules Passy — a naturopathic doctor based in Edmonton, Alberta. Whether you’re navigating digestive issues, weight challenges, hormonal symptoms, stress, or just looking for a clearer path to feeling your best, I’m here to help.
I create space for individuals and families who want collaborative, evidence-informed care that’s grounded in the core principles of naturopathic medicine — and rooted in your lived experience.
I believe your health journey should be empowering, personal, and sustainable. Let’s work together to find practical tools and individualized strategies that support your unique body and lifestyle.
My Approach
Learn more about how I practice and what to expect during a clinic encounter
Now accepting new patients in-person and virtually
Currently practicing in-person
at Flow Functional Health Care
in Edmonton
Virtual appointments available
Wellness Beyond Weight Collective
Health and Wellness Resources
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Weight & Metabolic Health
Hormones & Women’s Health
Digestive Health
Sleep & Stress
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