Heather Daniels - The UK Diabetes Dietitian

Heather Daniels - The UK Diabetes Dietitian Manage your DIABETES and WEIGHT while still eating the foods you enjoy! There is a way.

✦ Are you fed up with waging a war with your food and your body?

✦ Have you been on a diet or two (or so many you've lost count)?

✦ Do you struggle to combine your medical issues with a healthy way of eating?

✦Do you eat by the diet rules but feel that nothing works in the long term?

✦Do you struggle with emotional eating?

✦ Would you like to learn about another way? A way that is medically sound and returns to you all the time, energy and head-space you use trying to control your food and your body? Imagine eating in a way that is healthy, takes into account your medical background and requirements and actually allows you to enjoy food again. ABOUT ME
I've been working for the past 15 years as a specialist diabetes dietitian as well as running private clinics for various patients. I have worked in a variety of NHS hospitals (including Barts, The Royal London, Basildon, Finchley Memorial and Edgware) as well as running clinics in Barnet and Millway Medical Surgery. Passionate about helping people regain control over their bodies and develop a way of eating for life, I provide medical advice with an empathetic approach. SPECIALITIES
Diabetes | Type 2 Diabetes | Nutrition | Dietetics | Consultancy | Obesity

Are you ready for that?

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I know that many of you are worried about sticking to a healthy diet during Pesach.Worry no more!❌️ Whilst Pesach seems ...
26/03/2026

I know that many of you are worried about sticking to a healthy diet during Pesach.

Worry no more!

❌️ Whilst Pesach seems to be a time for snacking on lots of baked goods, it doesn't need to be this way.

✅️ The best way to ensure that we don't crave sugary foods or feel too hungry in between meals is to ensure that our meals are well-balanced and filling.

Although we may not be able to eat our staples of bread, rice and pasta, new potatoes or sweet potatoes are fantastic options for cooked meals. Even matza is fine if paired with the right partners.

For any meal, take your carbohydrate (matza/potatoes), add a protein such as chicken/eggs/cheese and most importantly, top with PLENTY of vegetables.

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The protein will help to keep you full and plenty of vegetables will add bulk to the meal, also helping to fill you up.

Let me know your favourite Pesach meal below! 👇

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Meal prep isn’t just about saving time - it can also have a real impact on your health.Having balanced main meals ready ...
18/03/2026

Meal prep isn’t just about saving time - it can also have a real impact on your health.

Having balanced main meals ready can help:
✔️ Support more stable blood sugar levels
✔️ Reduce spikes and crashes in energy
✔️ Improve portion awareness
✔️ Increase fibre and nutrient intake
✔️ Support weight management in a sustainable way

When meals are prepared ahead of time, you’re more likely to include the foods your body actually needs - not just what’s quick or convenient in the moment.

It’s a simple habit, but one that can make a meaningful difference over time.

👀 Looking to improve your blood sugar control or feel more confident with your meals? Get in touch to find out how I can help.

16/03/2026

Fruit juice might seem like a healthy choice - but it’s very different from eating whole fruit.

When you drink fruit juice, the fibre has been removed. That means the natural sugar is absorbed much more quickly, which can lead to a faster rise in blood sugar.

Whole fruit is different.
The fibre slows down how quickly the sugar is absorbed, helps you feel fuller, and supports better blood sugar control.

For people managing weight or Type 2 Diabetes, that difference matters.

So instead of a glass of juice, try:
🍎 An apple
🍊 An orange
🍓 A bowl of berries

You’ll get the sweetness — plus the fibre your body needs.

Small swaps like this can make a big difference over time.

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🚨 Tried every diet under the sun and still feel stuck?Low carb. No carb. Juice cleanses. Detox teas. Starting over every...
12/03/2026

🚨 Tried every diet under the sun and still feel stuck?

Low carb. No carb. Juice cleanses. Detox teas. Starting over every Monday… sound familiar? 😅

You’re not failing - the diet cycle is.

Here’s how I do it differently:
✨ No extreme rules
✨ No cutting out entire food groups
✨ No “starting again on Monday”

Instead, we focus on real life, sustainable habits, and blood sugar balance.

Feeling stuck or fed up with the diet merry-go-round?

You don’t have to figure it out alone.

Book a call with me via the link in my bio, and we’ll talk through your goals and create a plan that actually works for YOU.

10/03/2026

Think you don't have time for breakfast? Watch this!

A balanced breakfast doesn't need to be complicated or time-consuming. In just a few minutes, you can put together something that supports steady energy and helps keep blood sugar levels more stable.

Try combining:
✅️ Protein
✅️ Fibre
✅️ Healthy fats

Simple options like yogurt with berries and nuts, eggs on wholegrain toast or porridge with seeds can be ready in minutes.

Small daily habits like this can make a meaningful difference to blood sugar control and weight management over time.

Which of these breakfasts would you choose? Let me know 👇

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your plate!  Here are 5 seasonal foods to boost your energy, support immunity, and...
09/03/2026

Spring is the perfect time to refresh your plate!

Here are 5 seasonal foods to boost your energy, support immunity, and keep your meals full of colour:

1️⃣ Spinach – good source of Iron
2️⃣ Asparagus – supports digestion
3️⃣ Strawberries – rich in antioxidants
4️⃣ Citrus fruits – vitamin C for immunity
5️⃣ Carrots – eye health and fibre

Add these to your meals this month for a natural spring reset!

Comment your favourite spring food below 👇 or save this post to try all 5 this week!

04/03/2026

If you're managing Type 2 Diabetes or working on balancing your blood sugar levels, here are 3 things to be mindful of:

🧃Juice - even freshly squeezed or 'health smoothies' can spike blood sugar levels quickly because it lacks the fibre found in whole fruit

🥐 Refined carbohydrates like white bread and pastries are easily digested and therefore turn in to sugar very quickly

🍩 Sugary snacks cause rapid spikes and crashes that will leave you feeling tired and craving more

Instead, focus on whole foods, fibre-rich carbohydrates, lean protein and healthy fats to help keep your blood sugar levels stable and your energy consistent.

Small daily choices make a big difference.

TAG a friend who is working on healthier habits 💪

March is your reminder that you can take control of your health.Over 5.8 million people in the UK are living with Diabet...
02/03/2026

March is your reminder that you can take control of your health.

Over 5.8 million people in the UK are living with Diabetes - and nutrition plays a powerful role in managing it.

But this isn’t about cutting everything out.
It’s about balance.
It’s about consistency.
It’s about small habits that add up.

This month we’re focusing on:
🥦 Adding fibre
🍳 Balancing carbohydrate with protein
🥗 Filling half your plate with vegetables

No extremes. No fear. Just evidence-based support.

Are you joining the March challenge?
Comment 💚 below if you’re in.
























If you have “failed” at diets before, it’s not because you lack willpower - it’s usually because you were given rules in...
12/02/2026

If you have “failed” at diets before, it’s not because you lack willpower - it’s usually because you were given rules instead of understanding.

Overly restrictive plans, cutting out entire food groups, ignoring your lifestyle, hormones, culture, budget, stress levels… of course it didn’t stick.

Diets that rely on perfection are designed to be broken - and when they are, you’re left feeling like the problem. You’re not.

The approach was.

What actually works? A personalised, realistic plan built around you - your routine, your preferences, your health goals.

I focus on small, sustainable changes, balanced meals (yes, carbs included 😉), blood sugar stability, and strategies you can repeat long-term.

No extremes.

No guilt.

Just evidence-based support that helps you feel in control again.

Ready to stop dieting and start doing what actually works?

DM me the word READY or book a FREE DISCOVERY CALL through the link in my bio to get started.

Healthy fats deserve a spot in your snack routine 🥑 Unsaturated fats - like those found in nuts, seeds, avocado, and oli...
09/02/2026

Healthy fats deserve a spot in your snack routine 🥑

Unsaturated fats - like those found in nuts, seeds, avocado, and olive oil - help support heart health by improving cholesterol levels and keeping you fuller for longer.

Pairing healthy fats with fibre or protein (think apple with peanut butter or crackers with hummus) can also help keep blood sugars steady and energy levels up.

It’s not about cutting fat — it’s about choosing the right types and enjoying them in balanced portions.

05/02/2026

Have you wondered why we talk so much about cholesterol levels and heart health for those people with Type 2 Diabetes?

In someone without Diabetes, we would recommend total cholesterol to be below 5.2mmol/L, while for those with Type 2 Diabetes, this is reduced to 4.0mmol/L.

Watch the reel to find out why!

If you would like help lowering your cholesterol levels and keeping your heart healthy, DM me to book a consultation.

Are you struggling to find the solution to reaching your health goals?You are not alone and you are not stuck.I am here ...
12/12/2025

Are you struggling to find the solution to reaching your health goals?

You are not alone and you are not stuck.

I am here to guide you with personalised care and real support.

Whether you ate looking for answers, support or a fresh start, I am committed to helping you move forward today.

DM me or book a FREE discovery call (link in bio) to discuss this further with me.

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Tuesday 9am - 8pm
Wednesday 9am - 8pm
Thursday 9am - 8pm
Friday 9am - 2pm
Sunday 9am - 1pm

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