The team
Kate Cook
BA Hons, Dip ION (MBANT)Kate is the founder of The Nutrition Coach and is a Nutritionist who believes that nutrition has to be really 'do-able' in everyday life.
Kate doesn't believe in something that doesn't work or isn't practical and is dedicated to making nutrition approachable and fun. Kate came into nutrition after her nutrition hobby got out of hand and she found herself booked on a course at the prestigious Institute for Optimum Nutrition for three years - the experience changed her life, health and outlook forever. Kate has published a number of books, and has appeared extensively in the media.
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Suné Connell
Dip BCNH, MBANTSuné qualified as a nutritional therapist in 2006 after studying at the British College of Nutrition and Health. She has helped hundreds of people by combining her clinical approach to nutrition with her gourmet approach to food. Working closely with her clients over a series of consultations, she devises a nutrition program that takes into account personal and family history, food intolerances, dietary restrictions and personal tastes. She may also use functional testing in order to determine the most appropriate protocol, which can include a supplement regime.
Suné first trained as a chef and worked in kitchens throughout London. This helps her to understand her clients’ relationships with food and design easy menus that are healthful and delicious.
Her main areas of interest are stress and the related symptoms, gastrointestinal illnesses such as IBS, weight management and female and reproductive health. Suné also works as a private nutri-chef and is the nutrition moderator for www.jamieoliver.com
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Sanna Anderson
Dip ION, FdSc, (MBANT)Sanna is a Nutritional Therapist trained at the Institute for Optimum Nutrition in London, a leading establishment in the field of nutrition education. Sanna spent the first 10 years of her career in the financial industry in the City enjoying the challenges of the corporate world. She has always been a keen cook and is passionate about good food, but it wasn't until experiencing the dramatic effects of a diet change on her own health that she realised the impact good nutrition can have on the quality of life.
Sanna has a special interest in stress related health problems, including digestive issues, fatigue, anxiety and sleep problems. Stress may not be something we can get away from, but learning how to support your body better, and looking after your wellbeing throughout the stressful times can make a huge difference to your quality of life.
Sanna is passionate about making healthy food appetising and easy to prepare and her approach is to work with her clients' unique circumstances to help them achieve their goals. Sanna is a full member of the British Association for Applied Nutrition and Nutritional Therapy (BANT), the professional body governing nutritional therapists.
Julia Alderman
BSc, Dip ION, MBANTJulia is a firm believer that we are what we eat and that nourishing ourselves with nature’s food is the key to enhancing our health, vitality and state of mind. This in turn generates positive aspects in other areas of our lives.
Nutrition has always been a huge part of Julia’s life. She is constantly excited by new products and recipes and feels that everyone should know about them. She has used nutrition to overcome her own health problems and is passionate about giving others the knowledge and support that they need to regain their health too.
Julia specialises in detox programmes and she has seen the tremendous benefits of detoxing on numerous conditions including: skin complaints, fatigue, fertility problems, hormonal imbalances, and digestive problems. As well as holding private nutrition clinics across London, she has also worked as the residential nutritionist for a five-star hotel in Cyprus where she hosted a variety of six and ten day detox programmes for guests from all over the world. She has experience of developing detox and spa menus, leading cooking classes and giving nutrition workshops.
Julia has a background in science with an honours degree in biology. After graduating she went on to study at the renowned Institute for Optimum Nutrition and follow the path of nutritional therapy. She is a member of the British Association of Applied Nutrition and Nutritional Therapy (BANT) and a registered Foresight Preconception practitioner.
Jessica Andersson
BSc (Hons) Nutritional Therapy (MBANT)
A consultation with Jessica can be the first steps towards leading a new healthier life. Given the right guidance and support Jessica believes that anyone can improve their diet and lifestyle. As someone who is passionate about food and cooking, her aim is to show you that healthy eating is both easy and enjoyable.
Jessica has a particular interest in weight management, women’s health, eating disorders and children’s nutrition. She is very conscious of how diet, exercise and environment can have a profound effect on mood and overall well-being. Jessica uses motivational and coaching techniques to help her clients achieve their goals. She has experience in developing and running workshops and seminars on a variety of themes including stress management, children’s eating habits and weight management.
Jessica is a qualified nutritional therapist with a background in interior design and lifestyle management. She was awarded her degree from Westminster University and is a full member of The British Association of Applied Nutrition and Nutritional Therapy (BANT) as well as The Association for the Study of Obesity (ASO).
Jessica is currently writing a cookbook for busy families. Her experiences as a working mother have helped her to understand the challenges and pressures that families are faced with today.
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