I am a registered nutritional therapist and a health coach working at the intersections of
functional medicine, nutritional and behavioural sciences.
I am motivated by supporting my clients thrive, recovering their health and wellbeing and
empowering them to continue their health journeys independently.
I look at the person I work with as a unique individual with their own unique biological and
psychosocial needs and all my advice and support is bespoke to that individual.
I know from working with clients that the trickiest part of our work is implementing the
new goals and want to reassure you that I have the skills and tools I will share with you to
make this an easy and straightforward journey, one that you will enjoy.
I work with people who experience a wide range of health issues, and my particular interests lie
in mental health, gastrointestinal imbalances and chronic fatigue.
In addition to providing nutritional and lifestyle support, I provide health coaching to empower my
clients to take charge of their health and wellbeing and feel in control again.
Mental health
Whilst it is completely natural to feel anxious or sad and experience low mood due to life
experiences that might have triggered these feelings, experiencing them for longer than few
weeks is a sign that something is not quite balanced. Current mainstream approach is to treat
person’s symptoms with psychiatric medications, and/or talking therapies. Whilst this might be
helpful for some people, it is limited and is missing an opportunity to explore other approaches,
such as nutritional therapy.
I believe that body and mind are intricately connected and any imbalances in the body will affect
the mind.
Research has consistently shown that nutritional deficiencies have been implicated in the
pathophysiology of various mental disorders. The most common nutritional deficiencies in people
with chronic mental illness are of omega–3 fatty acids, B vitamins, and amino acids.
In addition, exposure to toxins from the food or environment have been implicated in triggering
some of the symptoms of mental illness.
Anyone experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, memory issues and cognitive decline,
psychosis, bipolar disorder, autism and ADHD should also consider seeking support from
nutritional therapist, as the nutritional information and advice we provide can contribute to
positive health outcomes.
Gastrointestinal imbalances
Digestive issues can show up as a wide range of symptoms, from bloating, excessive wind,
feeling of fullness for hours after eating, constipation or diarrhoea, indigestion, acid reflux,
irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), painful gut to more complex ones such as inflammatory bowel
disease (Crohns and ulcerative colitis).
50% of adults in the UK experience some or all of these symptoms which are persistent and for
which no apparent cause can be identified by the conventional medical tests.
Many factors are implicated in triggering and maintaining digestive problems such as gut
microflora imbalances called dysbiosis, food allergies/intolerances, environmental toxins,
parasitic, viral and yeast infections (such as Candida) as well as chronic stress.
Chronic Fatigue
We all sometimes experience tiredness and fatigue, however the unrelenting fatigue that does
not shift, no matter what person does is referred to as a chronic fatigue. Chronic fatigue acts as a
‘circuit breaker’, with the part of the brain called hypothalamus decreasing its function to protect
the person in the face of what is perceived to be an overwhelming stress. This centre controls
sleep, hormones, temperature and blood flow/blood pressure and gut function. It affects the
sleep and this can also trigger issues with the immune system.
The causes of chronic fatigue are believed to be either viral (if the onset is sudden) or hormonal
and stress related (if the onset is gradual).
I am a qualified S.H.I.N.E. protocol practitioner and I use this protocol to identify the causes of
my clients’ fatigue and support them in restoring their energy production.
I recognise that some of you feel let down by the mainstream healthcare and worry that
you will never feel better.
This is where I come in, I will help you identify triggers that may have led to current state
of dysfunction and devise a programme that will return you back to your old self, only
better! As a result, you will feel more balanced, better able to cope with life demands and
feel in charge again of your physical and emotional self.
Fed up with your current ‘normal’? Contact me to get your quality of life back!
Nutritional Therapy is recognised as a complementary medicine and is relevant for
individuals with chronic conditions, as well as those looking for support to enhance their
health and wellbeing.
Most people recognise that good nutrition is important for good health, but many don’t
understand the real impact that the food we eat can have on how we feel and function.
My practice is based on functional medicine model, which is an individualised, client centred,
science based approach that empowers clients and practitioners to work together to address the
underlying causes of disease and promote optimal wellness.
I consider each individual to be unique and recommend personalised nutrition and
lifestyle programmes rather than a ‘one size fits all’ approach. I will never recommend
nutritional therapy as a replacement for medical advice and will refer any clients to their
healthcare provider when support required goes beyond nutritional therapy. I also
frequently work alongside a medical professional and will communicate with other
healthcare professionals involved in the client’s care to explain any nutritional therapy
programme that has been provided.
I have the experience in supporting people and identifying the root causes of imbalances and
dysfunctions by taking time to take a thorough health history and using functional tests when
needed to develop a more comprehensive picture of my clients genetic, biochemical and lifestyle
factors.
This provides valuable data to direct personalised treatment plans that lead to improved client
outcomes and are designed to suit my clients’ preferences, goals, lifestyle and budgets.
I also use various health coaching interventions and strategies to actively engage and support
my clients through health behaviour changes required to achieve their goals.
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