Over time, by listening to my body’s needs and using my cooking knowledge to adapt my food choices and lifestyle, I learned to manage my health more holistically.

Returning to whole foods and making simple, natural lifestyle changes helped me deal with flare-ups during stressful periods and maintain my overall wellbeing. This approach proved invaluable when supporting my husband’s recovery after a serious accident. I focused on feeding him good old-fashioned, nutrient-rich, healing foods to help his body repair itself. His consultant even remarked that he should "thank your personal nutritionist" – even though I hadn’t even qualified as one yet.

Of course, life is not perfect. Early menopause, coupled with a particularly stressful time in my life, hit me hard. Like many of us, I tried to "keep going and cope," which led to sleep disturbances, digestive issues, and struggles with mental health. Step by step, often taking one step forward and two steps back, I turned things around and regained my energy for life and sense of self-worth. Once again, I leaned on natural foods cooked well and simple lifestyle adjustments to guide me through. I now enjoy long distance swimming and managed to complete a bucket list middle distance triathlon aged 53!

During this time, I was working as a recipe developer for Riverford and frequently received personal messages from customers, colleagues, and friends. They shared how cooking my recipes had become a form of therapy for them, helping with a wide range of challenges—from digestive issues and autoimmune conditions to menopause, grief, mental health struggles, and stress.

Hearing the joy and relief in their words sparked my passion to do more and learn how to support others with their health goals, regardless of their lifestyle, food preferences, or budget.

Training as a nutritional therapist while continuing to work was not easy, but it has been one of the most rewarding decisions I’ve made. Learning the science behind food and seeing clients progress—feeling better and more in control of their health—has been deeply fulfilling.

I don’t believe in a “perfect” diet or person. We are all unique, with different needs and challenges that can sometimes throw us off balance, no matter how in control we think we are. I understand how difficult it can be to make changes alone. Staying motivated and accountable to yourself can be tough. Having someone in your corner makes all the difference.

That’s why I work with clients in a fun, honest, and non-judgmental way, offering actionable strategies, coaching, and support to empower them to make sustainable changes that work for their unique needs. I believe in using good, wholesome, natural food—deliciously prepared and enjoyable—as the foundation for better health. Helping clients find joy, balance, and hope for a healthier future is what inspires me every day.

If you’re ready to take the next step toward better health, let’s have a free, no-obligation chat to see how we can work together. I’d love to help you uncover your secret ingredients for a happier, healthier life.