Hey, I’m Deb!
REGISTERED DIETITIAN + BONE HEALTH SPECIALIST
Helping you to build strong healthy bones for a healthy active life!
When I discovered that my bones were showing signs of osteopenia (bone thinning) I felt angry, even depressed…
I know as a registered dietitian I should have attended to the warning signs and symptoms much earlier on – but the truth is – it’s all too easy to be so focused on the emotional and external physical changes of menopause, that it’s easy to miss the internal changes happening in your bones.
And I know what it’s like to struggle to book a doctors appointment…
and then to have doctors that dismiss you…
and have to have to push to get the bone density scans you need…
And I know what it’s like to go on a journey to heal your bones…
Today, I’m passionate about helping others to prevent, slow down degeneration and heal their bones.
I’m passionate about helping you to spot the signs so you can take steps to prevent and slow down the de-generation of your bones. And I’m a firm believer that whatever your diagnosis – with the right treatment plan – you can still maintain good bone health and lead an active, healthy, happy life
Let’s be honest, we’re all living longer.
And bone density can impact you no matter your stage of life. Not just in your older years.
It’s never too late to preserve, prevent or treat bone loss.
You can take steps to slow bone loss and keep your bones healthy. You can get your future back.
And I want to help you do that!
Testimonials
Deborah - Thank you very much for today's presentation – a lot of work went into making this happen for us so thank you again. I think the slides will be a very helpful reminder for us all of the information you provided for us.
- Susan Greenhalgh - Volunteering and Public Engagement Manager, the Royal Osteoporosis Society
Very informative indeed - a good reminder about how important it is to be very conscientious about what to include in our diets to improve our bone health
This was my first meeting with ROS and what a great session it was. Thank you to the hosts and the wonderful Deborah for such informative presentation
- Members of the Royal Osteoporosis Society Support Group
Deb is so knowledegable when it comes to Bone Health! She's incredibly patient and understanding and I feel so much clearer now on what I need to eat to strengthen my bones.
- James
We conduct a lot of research into vitamin D at the University of Surrey and our key research
work looking at diet and sunlight exposure on vitamin D levels in Caucasian and South Asian
women (known as the DFINES study) has been an important piece of research for the UK.
Deborah proved herself to be a first-rate research nutritionist on this project and was a very
important member of the DFINES Research Team.
- Professor Susan Lanham-New. Dept. of Nutritional Sciences, University of Surrey UK
MY MISSION
Is to support you with the information you should know for protecting your bones throughout your life stages… and skip delaying making those important nutritional and lifestyle changes needed for a future strong and active life.
MY PHILOSOPHY
I’m passionate about promoting the importance of good nutrition, and lifestyle at every age…and the earlier you start the better.
Having a plan to strengthen and protect your bones as you age isn’t always easy. So build your confidence to find out your risks, and know how to ask your health care provider to check out your bone health, so you can take care of your bones for a future active life.
It’s never too late – or too early – to start taking action for the health of your bones.
Support your bones now… so they can support you!
The MNM Approach
Building strong healthy bones isn’t about a rigid diet. It isn’t about tedious exercise plans. It isn’t about taking pills every single day. It’s about a lifestyle. One that supports your bones, and supports you – so you can live with joy and passion for life.
I’m all about building a lifestyle that supports your bones and your health with
Mindset. Nutrition. & Movement.
Work With Me…
The Bone Health Intensive
A 3 part intensive designed to support your nutrition, mindset & movement… everything you need to build a healthy lifestyle for strong bones and a brighter, active future!
The Menopause Intensive
A 3 part intensive designed to support your nutrition, mindset & movement… everything you need to support you in this transition time and to feel good in your body!
1:1 Custom Consultation Call
We’ll spend 60 minutes together putting together a custom nutrition plan for your bone health needs. No matter where you are in your health journey – this one’s custom tailored to YOU.
Don’t ignore minor aches and pains – take action now and protect your bone health
When you feel fit, healthy and are leading an active lifestyle, minor aches and pains can seem trivial and are often ignored. Then maybe indirectly, a shock diagnosis can be life-changing, even changing the way you view yourself. It can make you reflect on what you should have questioned, and often pick up failings in your health service. Building confidence to find expert advice and support can take the fear and anxiety away for a future active life,
Fun Facts
BSc PGCE MSc RD
I had a fun, healthy and active childhood, participating in many school sports and cultural competitions, and exploring the beautiful Welsh hills and countryside – frequently uncontrollably on roller skates around neighbourhood streets!
Nowadays, it’s yoga, Pilates and gym exercise classes.
Music and dancing have always played a part of my life, as have hiking and travel.
I’m a keen culinary enthusiast and home cook and enjoy exploring new ingredients and culinary techniques.
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My Formal Bio (So you know all about my background)
From a postgraduate background in microbiology, teaching and clinical trials management, I later studied and graduated in Nutrition & Dietetics at Surrey University, UK.
Then as a registered dietitian initially within the NHS and more recently as a freelance consultant, for over 20 years I have had the opportunity to work on many aspects of clinical and community nutrition and health issues, allowing me to combine my passion for scientific research, nutrition and public health policy.
My professional expertise and interests include:
- professional membership of the Royal Osteoporosis Society
- membership of the British Dietetic Association and Nutrition Society
- international member of the US Academy Nutrition & Dietetics
- stakeholder participation in academic and governmental strategies tackling food policy issues
Over the years of working in nutrition and dietetics, I have witnessed that bone disease can have a devastating impact on individuals. Lose too much bone, make too little, or both… and bones can become weak, break, even with a minor fall, lead to pain, deformity, and a downward spiral into physical and sometimes mental health problems.
The problem is…..
Bone disease is a “silent” condition because many people don’t know they have it until they suffer a fracture.
As a dietitian, I want to help you take care of your bones through- nutrition, mindset and movement…
So that you can be confident and supported to protect your bones for living an active, healthy, happy life.