Question 1

How flexible is the timing of sessions?

Accepted Answer

Support works best when we meet regularly, so you’re supported as you go, things don’t build up, and we can break things down into small, manageable steps.

It also means we can respond to what’s happening and adjust things as needed.

Each programme is designed to run over a set period (6 weeks, 3 months, or 6 months). Flexibility is built in to allow for treatment, travel, or how you’re feeling.

To keep things moving and make sure you get the full benefit of the support, each programme has a maximum timeframe:

The 6-week support is to be used within 10 weeks
The 3-month support is to be used within 16 weeks
The 6-month support is to be used within 8 months

Question 2

Can I spread sessions out over a longer period?

Accepted Answer

From experience, support works best when we meet regularly, so we can break things down into manageable steps, avoid things building up, and adjust things as needed.

If you’re looking for more occasional or spaced out support, you’re very welcome to book individual sessions instead. You can get in touch and the team will help arrange this for you.

Question 3

When should I start focusing on my nutrition?

Accepted Answer

The sooner you can start, the better.

There’s good evidence that putting supportive nutrition in place earlier can help with strength, resilience, treatment tolerance, and how you manage day to day. If you haven’t started treatment yet, this can be a helpful time to begin.

You don’t need to wait until you feel you have the time or headspace to focus on this. We start from where you are and take things step by step, focusing on what feels realistic and manageable for you.

I’ve written more about this here: https://www.thecancerdietitian.com/post/when-is-the-best-time-to-focus-on-cancer-nutrition

Question 4

Do you provide meal plans?

Accepted Answer

No, I don’t create fixed meal plans.

In practice, they’re not very helpful in real life. What we feel like eating can change from day to day - particularly during treatment or recovery, when appetite, taste, and energy levels can vary. A set plan can end up feeling restrictive or difficult to follow, rather than supportive.

Instead, I work with you to build a range of meal, snack, and drink ideas that fit what you enjoy, your routine, and your current needs. This gives you a clear direction, with flexibility to adapt from day to day.

A key part of this approach is helping you understand how to put meals together in a balanced way, so you’re not reliant on a plan, but feel confident making choices that work for you.

Over time, this helps nourishing choices become second nature and easier to maintain, rather than something you have to keep thinking about or strictly follow.

Question 5

Do I need any blood tests before my appointment?

Accepted Answer

No, you don’t need to have any blood tests before your first appointment.

I begin by understanding your current situation, including your symptoms, digestion, medications, routines, and anything that has changed for you. This provides a clear starting point, and doesn’t require any testing in advance.

If you already have recent blood tests, you’re very welcome to share them ahead of your appointment. I will review them as part of my preparation.

If testing is needed, this will be guided by your individual situation and discussed during your consultation. The one test I may suggest, if it hasn’t been checked recently, is a vitamin D level. This can usually be arranged through your hospital team or GP. At home testing kits are also an option if that feels easier.

Question 6

Do you recommend gut microbiome testing?

Accepted Answer

In most situations, it isn’t something I recommend.

These tests provide a snapshot of your gut at a single point in time. In reality, your gut is constantly changing and responding to factors like what you eat, medications such as antibiotics, and your overall health. This means results can be difficult to interpret in a meaningful or lasting way.

At the same time, we don’t yet have a clear definition of what the 'ideal' gut microbiome looks like. This makes it difficult to know exactly what we are aiming for when results come back.

I take a whole-person approach, focusing on the things that are known to support gut health. This includes your diet (such as fibre, prebiotic foods, plant diversity, polyphenol-rich foods, and fermented foods), as well as factors like stress, sleep, movement, and your current symptoms.

This approach is guided by how you’re feeling and what’s happening for you day to day, rather than relying on a single test result. In practice, this is often the most helpful and effective way to support your gut - particularly during treatment or recovery, when things can change over time.

Question 7

Can I use private medical insurance for appointments?

Accepted Answer

I am currently registered with WPA.

If you have WPA cover, contact your insurer directly to confirm what your policy includes and whether your appointments would be covered.

If you have any questions or need any details from us to support this, please feel free to get in touch.

Question 8

Do you work with clients outside the UK?

Accepted Answer

Yes - I support clients internationally (including the United States and Canada) through online consultations.

If English isn’t your first language, you will need to arrange a family member or interpreter to support with translation during the session.

When booking, please check the time zone to make sure appointment times work for you.

Question 9

Do you work with children?

Accepted Answer

I work with adults aged 18 and over.

Question 10

How does your support fit alongside my medical team?

Accepted Answer

My approach is clinically aligned with your medical team, and I don’t recommend anything that would conflict with your treatment plan.

I work directly with you to provide personalised nutrition support alongside your care.

If you’re making any significant changes to your nutrition, it’s important that your medical team is aware.

Personalised Cancer Nutrition
Programmes and Pricing

How this supports you

Choose your level of support

6 weeks - Focused Support

Cost: £950

3 months - Step by Step Support

Cost: £1600

6 months - By Your Side Support

Cost: £3000
Option to split into two payments available

Questions people often ask

How flexible is the timing of sessions?

Can I spread sessions out over a longer period?

When should I start focusing on my nutrition?

Do you provide meal plans?

Do I need any blood tests before my appointment?

Do you recommend gut microbiome testing?

Can I use private medical insurance for appointments?

Do you work with clients outside the UK?

Do you work with children?

How does your support fit alongside my medical team?

Personalised Cancer Nutrition Programmes and Pricing

How this supports you

Choose your level of support

6 weeks - Focused Support

Cost: £950

3 months - Step by Step Support

Cost: £1600

6 months - By Your Side Support

Cost: £3000 Option to split into two payments available

Questions people often ask

How flexible is the timing of sessions?

Can I spread sessions out over a longer period?

When should I start focusing on my nutrition?

Do you provide meal plans?

Do I need any blood tests before my appointment?

Do you recommend gut microbiome testing?

Can I use private medical insurance for appointments?

Do you work with clients outside the UK?

Do you work with children?

How does your support fit alongside my medical team?

Personalised Cancer Nutrition
Programmes and Pricing

Cost: £3000
Option to split into two payments available