The Italian Nutritionist

23/02/2026

´When I look at the future, I see muscle as the foundation of functional Indipendence.’

My February article for Ankha Azzurra Magazine is out now. Find out why getting stronger can help to support your longevity.

https://ankhamagazine.com/stronger-not-smaller-a-nutritionists-guide-to-building-muscle-after-30-for-healthy-ageing/

17/02/2026

Is pasta really “bad” for you?🍝

I was quoted in a feature for , discussing pasta and its place in a balanced diet - including how context, quality, and portion size matter more than blanket food rules.

Nutrition is rarely about cutting foods out, it’s about understanding how they can work FOR you.😉

31/10/2025

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!🎃

Just in time for tonight’s spookiness, I have shared three simple and nourishing recipes with to offer some tasty yet healthier options during Halloween or any party!!!

Pumpkin, apple and cinnamon will be some of the ingredients you will find of course, but the most important thing is that all suggestions will include a source of protein to keep your blood sugar stable, avoiding a sugar hangover tomorrow.😫

You can find the link in my bio or on today’s story✨

Enjoy!

29/09/2025

Here is my latest article for magazine, all about brain foods for the autumn and back to school season! Link in my stories and my bio.

Enjoy🍁🤓

02/09/2025

Hello lovely people!✨

Just letting you all know it’s time for me to take a break and recharge my batteries.

Availability for talks and consultations will resume on the 15th September.🤓

See you then!

Valentina

27/08/2025

The sweetest way to say farewell to summer, in my latest article for .🍹🌞

August is slowly coming to a close, and I find myself personally torn between enjoying this last heatwave and preparing myself mentally and physically for the arrival of Autumn.

04/08/2025

In view of the new heatwave coming our way, I have now added the link for my latest article for below: https://ankhamagazine.com/the-bright-side-how-to-make-the-most-of-the-sunshine-without-the-burn/

This time it’s all about enjoying your summer sun, without becoming a little lobster 🦞 🌞🏖️

Have a great week everyone,

Valentina

04/08/2025

In view of the new heatwave coming our way, I have now added the link for my latest article for on my bio, one click and you can have access to all my articles so far!

This time it’s all about enjoying your summer sun, without becoming a little lobster 🦞 🌞🏖️

Have a great week everyone,

Valentina

31/07/2025

I’m thinking of starting monthly online health talks for those of you who follow me here on Facebook!

Each talk would be 45 minutes plus 15 minutes of live Q&A, and you’ll also receive a downloadable PDF of the slides afterwards so you can refer back to everything you’ve learned.

Some of the topics I could cover include:

✨ To Stress or Not to Stress? – how to support your body and mind in a busy world
✨ That Gut Feeling – practical tips to improve your digestion and overall health
✨ Food and Mood – how what you eat can influence your mental wellbeing
✨ Women’s Health: Balancing Your Hormones – understanding your hormones and how to feel your best

I’m also open to suggestions for other topics you’d like me to cover, so please share your ideas!

Tickets would be £15 per person. The cost goes directly towards my required CPD training (Continuing Professional Development) as a practitioner – which means that, in return, you’ll be receiving expert-led, evidence-based information and advice.

👉 For the talk to go ahead, we’d need a minimum of 5 people signed up, so feel free to tag a friend who might want to join you!

Would you be interested in joining these monthly talks? Which topic would you like me to cover first?
Comment below and let me know – I’d love your feedback! 💚

30/05/2025

Questo post è per te zia. Non smetterai mai di mancarmi. Le tue risate, i tuoi abbracci e baci a tempesta. Ma tanto sarai sempre qui, vivissima nel mio cuore. Sempre sempre sempre. Al momento non ho ancora capito che è’ successo veramente, e’ successo tutto troppo in fretta. Nel frattempo quando fa troppo male respiro, respiro profondamente. Me lo dicevi anche tu, “respira amore. Va tutto bene”. E ti prometto che continuerò’ a ballare, a ridere ed ad amare. Anche se al momento è difficile. Seguo nelle tue impronte di godermi la vita piu’ che posso e fare tutto ciò che mi rende felice. Ti voglio un bene dell’anima zia Vicky, all’infinito.
O come dicevi tu, “ti amo tantissimo”. Sempre.
E visto che mi dicevi sempre di ascoltare , questa canzone è per te.

La tua Vale.❤️

14/02/2025

💗 Love Yourself First: A Valentine’s Day Wellness Reminder 💗

This Valentine’s Day I hope you have the best time whatever you do, but don’t forget that the most important relationship in your life is the one with yourself! You will always be there honey!🌸✨

So here’s 3 simple wellness tips to stick to today, as often Valentine’s Day can trigger many different emotions in different people, and they are not always all positive ones..

💕 Fuel Your Body with Love – Start your day with a nourishing meal rich in protein, healthy fats, and fiber to keep your energy steady and enjoy today (and every other day!) to the fullest✨An egg based breakfast always does the trick for me.😉

🛀 Indulge in Self-Care – Whether it’s a warm bath, treating yourself to a massage, journaling, or your favorite workout, take some time to do something that makes YOU feel good. If I wasn’t going away for work, I would probably be dancing bachata tonight💃🏻✨

💬 Speak Kindly to Yourself – Swap self-criticism for self-compassion. Today and always. I know it’s not easy, but never forget that you deserve the same love and care you give to others.So speak to yourself the same way you would to your best friend✨

Remember: when you take care of yourself, you can show up even brighter for the people you love.🥰

Happy Valentine’s Day to all of you♥️

04/02/2025

Healthy habits for maintaining energy throughout 2025✨✨

I have added the link to my latest article for on my bio, so you can reach it any time you may need😉

In other news, the first couple of months of a new year can be challenging for many reasons, including getting back to your work routine and the weather still being cold and often grey/dark.

Sometimes you may feel low, sluggish, irritable and just not where you’d like to be mentally or physically.
Make sure to give yourself a break, it’s ok. Focus on rest, and on even the smallest things that may make you happy. No matter how small/simple they are. And make sure to talk about it with friends, family or support circle.

Hopefully you may find a couple more ideas in this article too.❤️