Eating habits play a major role in the development of certain chronic diseases, such as heart disease, obesity, cancer & diabetes.
Dietary changes can help to both prevent & treat these conditions.

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FACT - we need to eat to survive!

But food has now become an emotional issue right-across-the-board, rather than as a means for fuelling the body.
Relationships, careers, friendships & families are all affected by a persons pre-occupation with food... 


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Obesity & Diabetes Practitioner - Level 4 REP's | Clinical Nutritionist S.A.C.Dip

Weight-loss, Weight-management, Food Intolerance, Food Combining, Anorexia, Bulimia, Obesity, health, lifestyle, etc...

Insomnia, depression, obesity, anorexia, bulimia & many other conditions, can all be the result of poor nutrition.  As a Clinical Nutritionist, I can assist in resolving these & lots of other issues. 

I can design you a personalised weight-control programme, including meal/diet plans if required.  I can also advise on the correct nutritional intake to achieve weight-loss by losing excess Bodyfat & importantly, i can show you how to maintain a healthy weight for now & for life!

 

Clinical Nutrition & Life Coaching...

One of my specialities is Clinical Nutrition & another is Life Coaching.  By bringing the two specialities together, i can help make a huge difference by addressing both the diet & the mind as a whole...

Clinical Nutrition includes weight-loss, weight-management & eating disorders.
I have dealt with many clients struggling with issues such as Bulimia, Anorexia, Addiction to Exercise, OTS (Over Training Syndrome) & Obesity.

I have found that many of my Personal Training clients struggle on a day-to-day basis with food. This includes craving certain foods at certain times of the day, continually thinking about food throughout the day, or allowing their day/mood to be based upon what the scales are telling them - & the list goes on....

Food has become an emotional issue right-across-the-board, rather than as a means for fuelling the body.  Relationships, careers, friendships & families are all affected by a persons pre-occupation with food. 

Food can be addictive & destructive - mentally, emotionally & physically.  Both weight-loss & weight-gain can dramatically affect your quality of life, your confidence & your health!

 

Here are answers to some of the popular questions I get asked.
Click on the question to see the answer.

 

What is Clinical Nutrition...?

Clinical nutrition is the study of the relationship between food & the well-being of the body. It is the science of nutrients & how they are digested, absorbed, transported, metabolized, stored & discharged by the body.  Besides studying how food works in the body, nutritionists are interested in how the environment affects the quality & safety of foods & how these factors influence health & disease.

Clinical Nutrition covers a broad range of subjects, including:

  • Anatomy, Physiology & the Effects of Stress on the Body
  • Vitamins, Minerals, Tissue Salts, EFA's (Essential Fatty Acids)
  • Food Combining & Food Intolerances
  • Weight Control & Weight-loss
  • Anti-ageing Formulas & Pre/Post Menopausal
  • Zenoestrogens (environmental estrogens commonly found in heating plastics & pesticides linked to weight gain & other hormone imbalances)
  • Relaxation & Exercise
  • Anorexia, Bulimia, Obesity, Hypoglycaemia & Women's Disorders
What does a healthy diet consist of...?

The optimal diet for improving health has to be individualized to meet your unique needs.

Our daily diet should usually consist of carbohydrates, proteins & fats (it's important we use fats sparingly!).  These macronutrients are broken down (metabolized) to give the body energy.  Vitamins & minerals (micronutrients) are not themselves metabolized for energy, but they are crucial in helping the macronutrients convert to energy.

Our food needs are influenced by many factors, including age, gender, body size, pregnancy & health

  • Correct nutrition optimises our digestive system
  • Optimum dietary intake encourages weight-loss
  • Reduces susceptibility to infections
  • Enables the control of stress
  • Gives you more energy & reduces fatigue
  • Creates a better nights sleep
  • Relieves depression
  • Eases menopausal symptoms

A clinical nutritionist can help you determine what type of diet is best for you!

What happens during a consultation...?

I will ask you questions about your medical history, family history & personal lifestyle.  The medical history may include questions about your diet, digestion, history of weight-loss or gain, sleep & exercise patterns, & relaxation habits.  You may be asked to bring to your first meeting a 4-day food diary & a list of any herbs, supplements or medicines that you take regularly.   This will give me the full picture of your nutritional lifestyle.

I may recommend ways that you can fill the gaps &/or reduce the nutritional "overloads" in your diet.   For example, if appropriate, i may suggest that you schedule your meals at different times or cut down on the amount of carbohydrates that you eat.  I will also offer advice on specific nutritional supplements if necessary.  I will then schedule follow-up visits to monitor the progression of your health.

All consultations are strictly private & confidential

What is clinical nutrition good for...?
Studies show that eating habits play a major role in the development of certain chronic diseases (such as heart disease, obesity, cancer & diabetes).  Dietary changes can help to both prevent & treat these conditions.  For example, lowering fat & cholesterol intake & adding whole grains to the diet can prevent atherosclerosis (plaque build up in the arteries), which can lead to heart disease or stroke.  Reducing calorific intake can help lower & maintain a healthy weight.  Cutting down on simple sugars (glucose, sucrose, fructose & lactose) can prevent diabetes, & high fiber diets (especially soluble fiber) can help control diabetes.
Scientific Evidence...

Scientists have found many other connections to diet & disease. In a study of 20,000 men, for example, one fish meal per week was linked to a 52% reduction in the risk of sudden death from a heart attack. Fish is high in omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential components of cells & can protect the heart from, for example, fatal arrhythmias (abnormal heart rhythm).

In another study of more than 42,000 women, those who ate lots of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat dairy & only lean meats, lived longer.  High intake of fruits, vegetables & legumes is associated with a lower risk of developing heart disease.

There are numerous, ongoing studies regarding clinical nutrition.  Some interesting results indicate that:

  • high dietary intake of folate (found in leafy greens, dry beans & peas, fortified cereals & grain products, & some fruits & vegetables) may lower the risk of stroke & heart disease
  • eating small amounts of fish in pregnancy may protect against early delivery & low birth weight infants
  • iron supplementation in iron depleted women improves aerobic training ability
  • lutein and zeaxanthin (carotenoids) in the diet may reduce the risk of cataracts
  • lutein from dietary sources (such as kale & spinach) may protect against colon cancer
  • flavonoids (found in broccoli, citrus fruits, apples, onions & carrots) may protect against certain types of lung cancer
  • vitamin E (in the diet from fruit & veg) may reduce the risk of angina (chest pain) & heart attack in people with atherosclerosis

* In hospitals, nutrition is used to improve the overall health of patients with a wide range of conditions,  such as AIDS, cancer, osteoporosis, lung disease, obesity, burns, metabolic disorders & kidney, liver & pancreatic disorders.  Patients who need surgery are also supported with clinical nutrition.

What should I watch out for...?

Adverse interactions between medications & nutritional supplements can happen; therefore, it is very important to inform your physician about any dietary supplements you are considering taking.

Always take supplements according to label directions unless otherwise advised by a qualified practitioner.

Be aware that there is little scientific information about the effect of so-called 'functional foods' (foods to which vitamins, minerals, herbs, or other dietary substances are added), despite their growing popularity in the market place & claims of beneficial effects.  Examples include calcium–fortified orange juice or soups containing Echinacea.

There are many websites offering nutrition information, but not all are accurate.

Some common foods, including nuts, wheat gluten, dairy products, fish, shrimp, soy, bananas & eggs, may trigger allergic reactions.

 

Here are some of the Nutritional Detox & Diet Plans we provide.
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Lean & Mean DETOX Extreme - Diet Plans

Finally, your key to success is to detox & cleanse your body of toxins by following the FITDEN 4 Week Lean & Mean Detox Extreme!
An individualised Eating Plan designed specifically for YOU!!

Once your payment is complete, you will receive a Lifestyle Questionnaire via email, along with a Food Diary & further instructions.

We will design you a tailor-made Menu Plan for a 4 week period (broken down into two parts), along with your calculated BMI & Target Weight-los, if any.
When you have completed your 4 Week Plan, your results will be calculated & reported back to you.

Remember you can book your Detox to run in-line with ANY of our Weight-loss Bootcamps or Fitden Fit Camps...

Buy Lean & Mean DETOX Extreme for ONLY £29 


Remember you can book your Detox to run in-line with ANY of our Weight-loss Bootcamps, please see Bootcamp page for details...

Lean & Mean Detox LESS Extreme - Diet Plans

If you want to Detox, but wish to commit to something a little less intensive, then our Lean & Mean Detox LESS Extreme is for you.
You will still detox & lose weight, but it won't be quite as intense & a little less challenging than our Detox Extreme Menu Plan...

Once your payment is complete, you will receive a Lifestyle Questionnaire via email, along with a Food Diary & further instructions.

We will design you a tailor-made Menu Plan for a 4 week period (broken down into two parts), along with your calculated BMI & Target Weight-los, if any.
When you have completed your 4 Week Plan, your results will be calculated & reported back to you.

Buy Lean & Mean Detox LESS Extreme for ONLY £29 


Remember you can book your Detox to run in-line with ANY of our Weight-loss Bootcamps, please see Bootcamp page for details...

Super Foods - Diet Plans

Want to take the ultimate health challenge? Then try our Super Foods Diet Plans & challenge yourself to see just how healthy you can be! 

This diet will leave you feeling Super-Healthy, with the knowledge to continue with a healthy & nutritious, yet enjoyable way of eating.

Once your payment is complete, you will receive a Lifestyle Questionnaire via email, along with a Food Diary & further instructions.

We will design you a tailor-made Menu Plan for a 4 week period (broken down into two parts), along with your calculated BMI & Target Weight-los, if any.
When you have completed your 4 Week Plan, your results will be calculated & reported back to you.

Remember you can book your Detox to run in-line with ANY of our Weight-loss Bootcamps or Fitden Fit Camps...

Buy Super Foods Diet Plans for ONLY £29 


Remember you can book your Detox to run in-line with ANY of our Weight-loss Bootcamps, please see Bootcamp page for details...

Convenience Diet - Diet Plans

This has been designed for those who's lives thrive on convenience! Learn how to be conveniently healthy!

Today's lifestyle leaves little time for some of us to get organised.  The Convenience Diet is the answer, eat a healthy & nutritious diet withoutall the hassle of a conventional diet.

Once your payment is complete, you will receive a Lifestyle Questionnaire via email, along with a Food Diary & further instructions.

We will design you a tailor-made Menu Plan for a 4 week period (broken down into two parts), along with your calculated BMI & Target Weight-los, if any.
When you have completed your 4 Week Plan, your results will be calculated & reported back to you.

Remember you can book your Detox to run in-line with ANY of our Weight-loss Bootcamps or Fitden Fit Camps...

Buy Convenience Diet - Diet Plans for ONLY £29 


Remember you can book your Detox to run in-line with ANY of our Weight-loss Bootcamps, please see Bootcamp page for details...

Remember you can book your Detox to run in-line with ANY of our Weight-loss Bootcamps or Fitden Fit Camps...

The 'Lighter' Option - Diet Plans

Personalised Diet Plans can be provided for those who just wish to have an extra helping-hand & a little extra guidance with their Nutrition, without having to commit to the more intense FITDEN Extreme Diet Plans.

If your just not sure of what you should be eating, or just want a little help getting on the right track, then the Lighter Option is the right choice for you. 

Once your payment is complete, you will receive a Lifestyle Questionnaire via email, along with a Food Diary & further instructions.

We will design you a tailor-made Menu Plan for a 4 week period (broken down into two parts), along with your calculated BMI & Target Weight-los, if any.
When you have completed your 4 Week Plan, your results will be calculated & reported back to you.


The FITDEN Menu Plans will help you find the correct nutritional balance in your diet, helping you achieve the results you want!

Remember you can book your Detox to run in-line with ANY of our Weight-loss Bootcamps or Fitden Fit Camps...

Buy The 'Lighter' Option for ONLY £29 


Remember you can book your Detox to run in-line with ANY of our Weight-loss Bootcamps, please see Bootcamp page for details...

Remember you can book your Diet Plans to run in-line with ANY of our Weight-loss Bootcamps or Fitden Fit Camps...

Lean & Mean Extreme - Exercise Plans

 

Individual Exercise Plans designed to suit you & your lifestyle, to fit in & around your current schedule.  Exercise Plans can be progressed & adapted as your fitness level grows...

Buy Lean & Mean Exercise Plans for ONLY £29 


Once your payment is complete, you will receive a Lifestyle Questionnaire via email, along with a Food Diary & further instructions.

We will design you a tailor-made Menu Plan for a 4 week period (broken down into two parts), along with your calculated BMI & Target Weight-los, if any.
When you have completed your 4 Week Plan, your results will be calculated & reported back to you.

Why not combine the EXERCISE Plan with our DETOX Plan as one complete package for ONLY £48 - a saving of £10!
By combining BOTH the Detox Extreme & the Fat-loss Extreme together as one complete package, you can expect to see not only rapid results, but long-term, lasting results with your eating habits & lifestyle too - for now & for life!

*Option is for any Diet Plan & Exercise Plan purchased together

Buy Diet Plans & Exercise Plans together for ONLY £48


Once your payment is complete, you will receive a Lifestyle Questionnaire via email, along with a Food Diary & further instructions.

We will design you a tailor-made Menu Plan for a 4 week period (broken down into two parts), along with your calculated BMI & Target Weight-los, if any.
When you have completed your 4 Week Plan, your results will be calculated & reported back to you.

By combining the two options & choosing to follow the complete package, you can expect to drastically change your bodyshape!