About Me
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So a bit about me... I am a HCPC registered dietitian, with a BSC hon's in Dietetics and Human Nutrition.
I have a huge passion for all things FOOD. I literally, make it my business to provide evidence based advice to improve health conditions related to diet, lifestyle and digestive health problems. I think it is necessary to uncover the confusing messages and myths about food and health that are thrown at us every day in the media!
I have extensive experience in providing personalised and evidenced based advice to clients with a variety of conditions including:
- Allergies & Intolerances
- Coeliac disease
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
- Weight management
- Bespoke Nutritional Plans: Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Wheat/Dairy-Free, Histamine-Free
Experience & Background
I currently work within the NHS and freelance to keep up-to-date with my clinical practice. I have experience in both paediatric and adult dietetics, covering gastroenterology, allergies, learning disabilities, Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD and selective and extreme 'fussy' eaters.
Additionally, I have experience in providing nutritional support in chronic conditions including obesity, diabetes (Type 2), insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular and gastrointestinal diseases.
I have completed a specialist training course at King’s College University London, focusing on the specific use of the low FODMAP diet to manage and improve symptoms in people with Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). The Low FODMAP diet has been proven to improve symptoms and quality of life in up to 80% of clients with moderate to severe IBS. However, this may not work for every individual, therefore a tailored plan following an initial consultation may require personalisation to meet individual needs and requirements.
I have also studied and completed additional subjects including;
- The low FODMAP diet in the treatment of IBS
- Vegetarian and Vegan Nutritionist Diploma (Centre of Excellence)
- Holistic Health and Wellness Coaching Program
- Weight-Loss Coach and Counseling program
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in Nutrition Councelling
- Diagnosis and Treatment of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
- Allergies & Food Intolerances & the Immune System