121 Dietitian

121 Dietitian Award winning Nutritional Consulting - 30yrs treating 1000's with all health, lifestyle and diet You will also be booked for review appointments as required.

Owned and managed by Gillian Killiner RD, 121 Dietitian is a UK award winning Health and Nutritional Online/Clinical consultancy service. Passionately fixing people's health: from chronic illness to gut, healthy eating, disordered eating, sport, inflammation, PCOS, weight management.......

How we work: We ask you to complete and return the complementary forms - questionnaire and food and lifesty

le diary in advance of attending your appointment to save valuable time and money, you can find these on our contact-us page on our website www.121dietitian.com/contact-us/

or directly via our safe and secure online portal

https://my.practicebetter.io/ #/600081aa2a9c241d748eec95/profile

You will then have a 60 min consultation to discuss your diet and health and a detailed personalised plan will be created for you after this. Blood test assessments, advice and reviews are included in our specialist programmes. All aspects of your diet and health are covered for life long success. Book today for you specialist dietary advice and health coaching. Warm regards Gillian and team @ 121 Dietitian

Your gut symptoms are not random — and a good first consultation should never be either.A first consultation is about un...
09/05/2026

Your gut symptoms are not random — and a good first consultation should never be either.

A first consultation is about understanding the full picture. Not just your symptoms, but your routines, eating habits, stress levels, sleep, medical history, bowel pattern, and everything else that may be influencing how you feel day to day.

Very often, it is the patterns over time that give the most useful clues. That is where a specialist GI Dietitian can make such a difference — helping you step back, assess properly, and avoid more guesswork, restriction, or conflicting advice.

And this approach matters. NICE recommends that further dietary management for IBS, including exclusion approaches such as low FODMAP, should only be given by a healthcare professional with expertise in dietary management. ([NICE][1])

The outcomes can also be meaningful. In one randomised trial, around 40% to 50% of patients reported adequate relief of IBS-D symptoms with structured dietary approaches, and in another study of dietetic-led group education, 54% achieved clinically relevant symptom improvement after the FODMAP restriction phase. Patients who received dietetic-led intervention in primary care have also been shown to report long-term symptom improvement that may reduce healthcare use. ([PubMed][2])

Here at 121 Dietitian we achieve far higher results as we dive deep!! >80%
This is why the first appointment matters so much. It is not about rushing to a conclusion. It is about taking the time to understand you properly, so the advice that follows is targeted, realistic, and much more likely to help.



[1]: https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/cg61/chapter/1-recommendations "Recommendations | Irritable bowel syndrome in adults: diagnosis and management | Guidance | NICE"
[2]: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27725652/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "A Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing the Low ..."

08/05/2026

Today is World Ovarian Cancer Day, an important reminder that some symptoms often dismissed as “just gut issues” should not be ignored.

Bloating, feeling full quickly, tummy or pelvic pain, and needing to pass urine more often can sometimes overlap with symptoms people may assume are IBS or digestive upset. That is exactly why proper assessment matters.

As a Dietitian, I see many people with bloating and digestive discomfort, and very often the cause is not serious. However, ongoing or unusual symptoms should never be put down to gut health alone without the right medical review.

Earlier in my career, I worked for several years as a Specialist Oncology and Haematology Dietitian, so I have seen first-hand the importance of recognising concerning symptoms and ensuring people are assessed properly.

Please speak to your GP if you have symptoms that are persistent, new for you, happening frequently, or causing concern.

Important red flags include:
persistent bloating
feeling full quickly or loss of appetite
pelvic or abdominal pain
needing to wee more urgently or more often
unexplained weight loss
significant fatigue

Gut symptoms are common, but professional assessment helps rule out what needs ruled out.

Gut symptoms do not usually appear out of nowhere.Bloating, constipation, loose stools, reflux, wind, or ongoing discomf...
06/05/2026

Gut symptoms do not usually appear out of nowhere.

Bloating, constipation, loose stools, reflux, wind, or ongoing discomfort are often signs that something deeper may need attention. One of the most important things to understand is the gut-brain axis - the close connection between your digestive system, stress response, nervous system, and overall health.

This is why gut symptoms are not always just about food. Stress, poor sleep, routines, hormones, meal timing, and how you eat can all influence how your gut behaves.

Top tip: before cutting foods out, track your symptoms for 5 to 7 days and look for patterns. That first step is often far more useful than making random changes.

A personalised approach helps you understand what your body is actually trying to tell you.

03/05/2026

Too embarrassed to talk about your gut symptoms? You’re not alone 💛

Bloating, gas, urgency, constipation… these aren’t things people feel comfortable bringing up — even with a professional. But they’re far more common than you think.

After 30+ years as a Registered Dietitian, I can tell you this:
👉 There’s no judgement here
👉 I've heard it all before
👉 And there is a way to feel better

You don’t have to just “put up with it” or stay stuck feeling uncomfortable. Getting the right support can make a huge difference.

If this sounds like you, take this as your sign to stop suffering in silence ✨

📩 DM me “GUT” if you’re ready to start feeling like yourself again

Struggling with your gut but not sure what’s “normal”? 🤔Your body is always giving you signals… the problem is, most peo...
01/05/2026

Struggling with your gut but not sure what’s “normal”? 🤔

Your body is always giving you signals… the problem is, most people don’t realise what they mean.

From bloating and fatigue to skin issues and irregular digestion - these can all be signs your gut needs support.

With over 30 years of experience, I’ve helped countless clients get to the root cause (not just manage symptoms).

👉 Swipe to learn the key signs to look out for
👉 And if you’re experiencing these, don’t ignore them

You deserve to feel comfortable, energised, and in control of your health 💚

📩 DM me “GUT” to chat about how I can help

Real stories. Real results. 💚Helping people feel heard, understood, and supported is at the heart of everything I do. Wh...
29/04/2026

Real stories. Real results. 💚

Helping people feel heard, understood, and supported is at the heart of everything I do. Whether you’re struggling with gut issues, IBS, or just feeling stuck with your health, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

These kind words mean so much. Thank you for trusting me on your journey ✨

If you’re ready to feel better, I’m here to help.

📩 DM me to get started or book your first session

24/04/2026

A lot of the people I work with come to me after trying advice from many different places.

They may have followed recommendations online, listened to well-meaning friends or family, tried social media tips, removed foods, added supplements, paid for tests, or followed plans that promised to improve or “heal” their gut.

By the time many reach me, they are often still struggling with symptoms, but now they also feel confused, frustrated, restricted, and worried about what to eat.

This is not because they have done anything wrong.

And it is not because they have not been trying.

It is often because they have been following advice that was too general, too simplified, or not suited to their own body, symptoms, medical history, and lifestyle.

This is something I really want people to understand earlier.

Please do not wait until you feel overwhelmed, frightened of food, exhausted by symptoms, or out of pocket from spending money on products and advice that are not helping.

Gut health is not one-size-fits-all.

Two people may both have bloating, pain, reflux, constipation, diarrhoea, urgency, or fatigue, but the reasons behind those symptoms can be very different.

Stress, hormones, sleep, medications, routine, medical conditions, poor gut function, under-eating, over-restriction, and wider health issues can all play a part.

That is why I focus on understanding the individual properly — their symptoms, their patterns, their routine, and what their body actually needs.

Only then can the right plan be put in place.

The good news is that with the right tailored, evidence-based support, things can begin to make much more sense.

Over the years, I have helped thousands of people work through gut and wider health concerns in a more personalised and effective way, and my Google reviews reflect the difference that the right support can make.

You do not need more random advice.
You need advice that fits you.

Gillian Killiner RD

Many people say to me, “I eat really healthy… so why do I still feel like this?”And honestly, this is something I hear a...
21/04/2026

Many people say to me, “I eat really healthy… so why do I still feel like this?”

And honestly, this is something I hear all the time.

Most people I work with are not doing anything “wrong.” In fact, many are making a real effort. They are choosing healthy foods, cutting back on the obvious things, trying supplements, drinking more water, and doing their best to follow the advice they have read online.

But the problem is this: general healthy eating advice is not always enough when your gut is struggling.

What looks healthy on paper may not actually suit your body, your symptoms, or your current state of health.

I often see people who are eating lots of foods that are considered “good” —or 'clean' (a discussion for another day!) so eating high fibre cereals, large salads, smoothies, fruit, yoghurts, nuts, seeds, or so-called gut health products — pushed by companies and social media yet they are still bloated, uncomfortable, constipated, rushing to the toilet, exhausted, or worried about eating out. On top of that, many are spending a considerable amount of money on products and advice that are simply not addressing the real issue.

Gut health is not about being stricter, cutting more foods out, or blaming yourself.

It is about understanding what is actually going on in your body.

It is about looking at your symptoms properly, your eating patterns, your routine, stress levels, sleep, hormones, medical history, bloods, medications, and whether the advice you have been following is truly right for you.

Sometimes the issue is not that you are unhealthy.
Sometimes the issue is that your gut needs a more tailored approach.

This is why personalised advice matters so much.

When you understand your own triggers, your own patterns, and the root causes behind your symptoms, everything starts to make much more sense — and you can stop guessing.

You do not need to keep cutting foods out or trying random things in the hope something works.

You need the right plan for you.

If you are eating well but still not feeling right, it may be time to stop looking for more general advice and start looking at what your own body is trying to tell you.

Gillian Killiner RD
Specialist Dietitian

“I thought it would just go away on its own…”It’s something I hear all the time.And it makes sense. When symptoms come a...
18/04/2026

“I thought it would just go away on its own…”

It’s something I hear all the time.

And it makes sense. When symptoms come and go, it’s easy to assume they’re temporary. A bit of bloating, discomfort after meals, changes in digestion… we often wait, hoping things will settle.

But persistent gut symptoms are rarely random.

They’re your body’s way of asking for attention.

The longer they’re left, the more they can impact how you feel day to day - your energy, your confidence, your relationship with food.

You don’t have to put up with it or figure it out alone.

There is always a reason behind what you’re experiencing, and with the right approach, it can be addressed.

If you’ve been waiting for things to improve on their own, this is your sign to take the next step.

16/04/2026

This is one of the most common questions I get before a first appointment:
Do Dietitians weigh you straight away?

The short answer is — not always.

Weight can be a helpful part of assessment and progress for some people, but it is only one piece of the picture. On its own, it does not tell us enough. Muscle and fat are very different, body composition matters, and so do your symptoms, medical history, eating habits, lifestyle, goals, and how you are actually feeling day to day.

For some people, weight is very relevant and useful to monitor. For others, it is not the main focus at all, especially in the early stages. Every consultation I do is tailored to the individual, what they need, and what they feel comfortable with.

The first appointment is also about much more than numbers. I like to get to know the person, build connection, understand their concerns properly, and create a space where they feel listened to and supported from the very start.

Good dietetic care should never be one-size-fits-all. Weight has its place, but it is one of many important tools we may use when looking at health, progress, and goals.

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