Registered Nutritional Therapist supporting women and families with personalised nutrition and functional testing.
Helping you optimise health, improve vitality and restore balance.
12/02/2026
Are you struggling with your hormones, energy and generally feeling a bit below par?
In 2025, I completed the Women’s Health Mastery Programme with Tanya Borowski. 💛
I’ve always been passionate about supporting women’s health, and this programme has taken my knowledge and skills to an even higher level. It’s given me:
🌟 Greater clinical confidence
🌟 Practical, evidence-based tools
🌟 Deeper understanding of the latest science around hormones, gut health, endometriosis, menopause and so much more
Tanya makes complex science accessible and directly applicable, which has been invaluable for my practice 📚✨
💌 If you’re facing women’s health challenges, DM me — I’d love to help you feel your best this year!
10/02/2026
Still time to enter!
Winner will be drawn at random this Friday 🥳
I have a little January treat for you!
I’m giving away a Nutrition & Supplement Review worth £95 to one lucky follower 💚
This session is the ideal starting point for your journey into Nutritional Therapy and is available exclusively at my in-person clinic on Friday mornings at The Family Practice in Bristol.
What to expect:
✔️ A comprehensive review of your current diet and supplements
✔️ Assessment of potential interactions with any medications
✔️ A concise, personalised wellness plan (nutrition, lifestyle & supplements)
✔️ Practical handouts and recipe ideas to make changes easy
✔️ Clear recommendations for any further support
✨ How to enter:
1️⃣ Like this post
2️⃣ Follow my page
3️⃣ Tag 2 people who would also love to win
💝 The winner will be announced on February 14th 💝
Good luck!
Warm wishes,
Anita
10/02/2026
I have a last minute space opened up this Friday at midday for a Nutrition and Supplement review in my Bristol clinic.
This is an ideal starting point for your journey into Nutritional Therapy. The Appointment is 45 minutes and will provide clarity, confidence, and practical changes to support your health goals.
What to expect:
🍏A comprehensive review of your current diet and nutritional supplements
🍏Assessment of potential interactions with any medications
🍏A concise, personalised wellness plan covering nutrition, lifestyle, and supplement guidance
🍏Practical handouts and recipe ideas to help you implement changes with ease
🍏Identification and recommendations for further support
DM to book
Anita
10/02/2026
I spend quite a bit of time talking to my clients about how oat milk can be problematic for many people.
This is a useful talk through its negative relationship to glucose levels.
If you are ok with dairy then full fat dairy milk is usually a better choice or an unsweetened nut milk like Plenish. As always it’s nuanced and complicated depending on your unique biology and health goals.
What do you use?
09/02/2026
Do you struggle with period pain? And have you tried zinc? Do reach out if you’d like some support with dosing and brands.
Zinc continues to be one of the simplest (and most overlooked) solutions for period pain.
A 2024 meta-analysis of randomized trials found that daily zinc supplementation significantly reduced dysmenorrhea (normal prostaglandin-type period pain). Even a low dose of 7mg showed benefit when taken consistently.
It works by reducing prostaglandins, normalizing progesterone receptors, improving circulation, and preventing uterine muscle spasm.
GLP-1 receptor agonists can be an effective component of obesity and metabolic care when clinically indicated and prescribed by a qualified medical professional. In my clinics I support patients who are using these medications through evidence-based nutrition strategies, often delivered in close interdisciplinary collaboration with the prescribing consultant.
My approach is personalised for each patient and may include structured protein intake to preserve lean mass, fibre and fluid management to support gastrointestinal tolerance, and ensuring micronutrient adequacy as overall calorie intake decreases.
Ongoing communication and individualised monitoring are integral to support safety, adherence, and long-term metabolic outcomes.
If you are using or are considering GLP-1 medications and want to understand how nutrition can support your journey, feel free to reach out to book a free discovery call - www.love-nutrition.co.uk
Nutritional Therapy does not replace medical advice.
24/01/2026
Shocking as always where we find the most pesticides. I understand eating 100% organic isn’t always financially possible but do consider your citrus fruit like oranges, lemons and limes.
Knowledge is power
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23/01/2026
I have a little January treat for you!
I’m giving away a Nutrition & Supplement Review worth £95 to one lucky follower 💚
This session is the ideal starting point for your journey into Nutritional Therapy and is available exclusively at my in-person clinic on Friday mornings at The Family Practice in Bristol.
What to expect:
✔️ A comprehensive review of your current diet and supplements
✔️ Assessment of potential interactions with any medications
✔️ A concise, personalised wellness plan (nutrition, lifestyle & supplements)
✔️ Practical handouts and recipe ideas to make changes easy
✔️ Clear recommendations for any further support
✨ How to enter:
1️⃣ Like this post
2️⃣ Follow my page
3️⃣ Tag 2 people who would also love to win
💝 The winner will be announced on February 14th 💝
Good luck!
Warm wishes,
Anita
19/01/2026
Over the winter, I’ve taken time to reflect on how I can best support my clients and help achieve the most effective, lasting health outcomes. One thing I’ve noticed is that ongoing support can be key for transforming recommendations into sustainable habits.
With this in mind, I’m excited to introduce a new range of coaching packages designed to offer more structure, consistency, and encouragement throughout your journey. These packages are similar in length to those I’ve offered before but now include more ‘touch points’—giving you extra time with me to ask questions and build your confidence. I continue to offer 6-week, 12-week, and 6-month programs tailored to meet a variety of needs. Each package is designed to provide structure, support, and guidance every step of the way as you work toward your health goals.
For those who prefer ad hoc individual appointments, I’m still available for one-off sessions. You can book an initial consultation and then follow-up or support calls as needed—flexible and on your terms.
I’ve also introduced a new Nutrition and Supplement Review, which is an ideal starting point for anyone beginning their Nutritional Therapy journey. These reviews are available exclusively at my in-person clinic on Friday mornings at The Family Practice in Bristol. Appointments usually last 45 minutes and are designed to give you clarity, confidence, and practical next steps.
I hope these options provide something for everyone’s needs and budgets, and I’m looking forward to supporting more people on their wellness journeys this year. As always, I offer free discovery calls if you’re curious about working with me.
You can find full details about my services, fees and how to book on my website - www.love-nutrition.co.uk
I look forward to speaking with you soon.
In good health,
Anita
06/01/2026
3 years ago I completed my nutrigenomics training with Lifecode GX. I have been weaving this into my clinical practice ever since. Have you ever wondered what Nutrigemomics is? Lifecode describe it beautifully...
"Genomics is changing the future of health and medicine. Developments in genetic testing enables us to look in detail at our DNA – the chemical instructions present in every body cell that make us who we are and drive every body function.
This biological code doesn’t just impact gender, height, and eye colour. It tells the body how to do everything, including how well you absorb and use specific nutrients like vitamins, affecting your nutrient needs. It impacts production of s*x hormones, reproduction and fertility, and neurotransmitters, influencing thinking and emotional wellbeing. It regulates how well your cells can grow and repair, even how efficiently they produce energy, or how readily you store excess energy as fat. In short, it’s the very code of life.
But we are not all the same. Common variations in our genetic code, called SNPs (Single Nucleotide Polymorphisms), result in small but important differences in function, affecting, for example, how much of a chemical in the body is made, how well it works or how our cells respond to it. These SNPs don’t create ill-health in themselves, but in combination they can affect our energy, mental wellbeing, detoxification and beyond, impacting health and contributing to development of specific health conditions. Looking at your genetic differences unlocks a personal health blueprint, offering a detailed insight into your unique biological strengths and weaknesses and a deeper understanding of your health.
Of course the environment plays a big part too. What we do and what we are exposed to interacts with our body’s ability dynamically. If we are not very good at processing caffeine, it does not matter if we’re not exposed to caffeine. But if we are, understanding that can help us reduce our intake of coffee perhaps, or support the system to handle it more effectively.
Nutrigenomics looks at how these nutrition and lifestyle factors impact our genetic potential. We can’t change our genes, but we can change what we do to make them less significant. Nutrigenomic testing gives us an understanding of how our life choices interact with what makes us tick, so we can make positive changes that align with our genetics and optimise our health and wellbeing."
If you are interested in finding out more then do book in for a FREE discovery call www.love-nutrition.co.uk
In good health
Anita
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05/01/2026
I just wanted to say Happy New Year and to remind everyone about keeping an eye on your Vitiamin D levels.
As we emerge from the business of December and all the Christmas festivities January serves as a welcome pause to reflect and re-focus.
Vitamin D is a crucial nutrient for immunity, bone health, muscle and nerve function and cell growth. We have Vitamin D receptors on every cell in the body so adequate levels are super important.
Our skin produces Vitamin D from sunlight and during the winter months are stores can deplete quite quickly. As it is such a crucial nutrient I always recommend testing in winter to help inform what supplement dose you need.
We are aiming for levels to sit around 100nmol/L so if you get your results back and they are lower or higher than this do book in with me for a review. Both low and high Vitamin D levels can be problematic. It needs to sit at a ‘sweet spot’.
In good health
Anita
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08/12/2025
Ever wondered if changes to your diet and the way you eat might improve your energy, hormones, mood and overall vitality?
Nutritional Therapy can be transformative but it can feel like a big step. That’s why I offer FREE no obligation discovery calls so you can hear my voice, ask questions, tell me about any symptoms or health goals so we are both sure that we are a correct fit.
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My name is Anita Beardsley and I am a registered Naturopathic Nutritional Therapist. I am often asked what exactly that means and what planted that seed, so here is my story.
I have always loved food. Growing up my parents grew vegetables, herbs, fruit and Dad was forever foraging for wild mushrooms. We kept rabbits, goats, bees and chickens which we loved and gratefully ate their produce and them (much to my young hearts dismay!) Everything was cooked from scratch and takeaways were not something I ever knew. Our cupboards brimmed full of chutneys, honey, jam and home-brew too. We lived next door to a fascinating Naturopath (only now do I realise that’s what she was!), who always had a herbal tincture or natural remedy at hand. That was just how life was and I never questioned its authenticity.
Years later in my adult life things were different and somehow this ‘organic lifestyle’ was replaced by convenience to accommodate a busy life. Sound familiar? I did my best, as we all do, and didn't consider the significance.
During my first career as a sustainability practitioner I worked for a number of prestigious environmental charities. Here I learnt the importance of organic farming for the soil and human health. I started to see first hand the devastating effects our intensive farming practices and use of toxic pesticides were having on our nutritional status and long-term health. I worked with young children in the UK and India connecting them through Skype and food based projects encouraging them to explore health, culture, food, friendships etc. They grew herb gardens, learnt to cook each others native dishes and shared stories. What I began to notice was the impact of food on their physical, emotional and educational health - it was a light bulb moment.
Around the same time myself and family members were struggling with health issues and conventional medicine wasn't offering a complete solution. I started to look elsewhere and fell upon the functional medicine approach. Functional medicine is a systems based approach to health that considers the whole person and not just a set of isolated symptoms or a disease process. Its more holistic, natural and can offer more insights and possibilities for healing. Food and nutrition was at the heart of this for me.
After lots of research and some personal success I was hooked but needed to learn the science. I signed up with the College of Naturopathic Medicine to study Nutritional Therapy where I spent 3 incredibly busy years training in anatomy, biomedicine, pathology, pharmacology, functional medicine, physiology, biochemistry, nutritional science and clinical skills. The course also included 2 years of supervised clinical practice. The whole experience was robust, inspiring and totally life changing.
So, what actually is nutritional therapy? In a nutshell it is the application of nutrition science in the promotion of health, peak performance and individual care. As a nutritional therapist I am uniquely trained to understand how nutrients, food and lifestyle factors influence the function of the body. I use a range of skills and tools to assess and identify potential nutritional imbalances and understand how these may contribute to an individual’s symptoms and overall health (mind and body). I then implement changes (diet and lifestyle) to support health and wellbeing - as humans we are lucky, given the right raw materials (vitamins, minerals, air, water, sleep) the body will always strive to heal and find balance, clever huh?!
Importantly for me underneath the naturopathic approach nutritional therapy is based on science and what we do is always evidence-based.
And thats it really! I am now running private clinics in Bristol and online via Zoom and Telehealth and I have lots of exciting plans for sharing my knowledge and experience to help people feel able to make informed decisions about their health and the food they eat. Food is wonderful and somehow we have become disconnected with its roots. I am passionate about inspiring and educating people to rediscover the healing power of food.
