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IN PERSON & ONLINE

Gut Health & Digestive Wellness Naturopathic Nutritionist Plymouth & UK


Helping people with IBS, bloating, SIBO, acid reflux & constipation get their digestion & health 

back on track!

It's NOT all in your head - It's in your GUT.

Welcome,

If you’ve found your way to this page, chances are you’re tired of feeling unwell, frustrated by vague symptoms, or simply not getting the answers you need. I understand — I’ve been there too.


I’m Anika — a CNHC registered Nutritional Therapist, Naturopath (Assoc.), and Microbiome Restoration Center Certified Practitioner.

 

My journey into natural healthcare began long before my professional career. Watching my grandparents using herbs and food as medicine instilled in me a deep understanding of the connection between us and nature. Food was not only tasty, it was also healing....


This early childhood experience of the healing power of nature was pivotal in transforming my own health later on in my life. When I felt let down by conventional approaches, diet, targeted natural supplements, and lifestyle changes helped me reclaim my digestive health, and restore hormonal balance. 


As they say, what you live, you learn and that was certainly true for me. 

Woman with glasses and a brown scarf smiling gently.

My Education

I hold a degree-level diploma in Naturopathic Nutritional Therapy from the Natural Healthcare College in London, which specialises in naturopathic nutritional therapy and integrative health.


Since digestive health is my passion, I later completed advanced postgraduate trainings with leading international practitioners in the field:

This included specialist SIBO training certified by the American Association of Family Physicians with Dr Alison Siebecker, a widely regarded world's experts in SIBO, 

and a practitioner course in Naturopathic & Functional Medicine Approaches to Gastrointestinal Disorders

 taught by Dr Jason Hawrelak, a globally recognised researcher, clinician, and educator in gut and microbiome health.


I am also a qualified Master Herbalist.

Other Trainings & Courses

Nutrigenetics and Nutrigenomics - Advanced practitioner training on how genes influence our nutritional needs and how environment affect our health, which is the core for designing personalised nutrition recommendations tailored to an individual’s unique genetic profile. 


NTEC-certified postgraduate training in integrative cancer nutrition and support provided by Dr. Nina Fuller-Shavel 


The Liver and Gallbladder in Health and Disease lectured by Dr Steven Sandberg-Lewis 


The Gallbladder Triad - the physiology and support of pathophysiology of the liver, gallbladder and pancreas provided by Debbie Grayson


Registration

 I am registered with the Naturopathic Nutrition Association,

the General Naturopathic Council, 

and the Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC).


  Being registered with the above organisations  means I meet strict standards for qualifications, ongoing training, insurance, and professional conduct, so you can feel confident you're in safe hands. 


I also hold an Enhanced DBS check (certificate available on request).

What Others Say?

Acid Reflux, GERD

Hormonal Imbalance

Acid Reflux, GERD

 I came to Anika struggling with GERD and a Hiatus Hernia, which had really been affecting my day-to-day life. Since working with her, the difference has been great and I’ve been able to manage my symptoms a lot better. Through her personalised nutritional guidance, she has been incredibly helpful in ways I didn’t think were possible. It’s been such a positive experience, and I finally feel like I’m getting on top of something that had been troubling me for a long time. I couldn’t recommend Anika highly enough to anyone dealing with similar issues. (Rory)

Gut Health

Hormonal Imbalance

Acid Reflux, GERD

"Anika treated me over the last few months as I was having trouble with my gut and my skin. I have seen fantastic results in both respects and have found Anika to be incredibly helpful, often reply to my many questions outside of the sessions and taking a science led approach to nutrition. I appreciated how she took the time to explain the mechanisms behind the treatments she suggested." (Joseph)

Hormonal Imbalance

Hormonal Imbalance

Skin Diet Connection

 "Fantastic first consultation with Anika. I have been struggling with Pre menopause weight gain, mood swings and tiredness. Anika's knowledge in healthy eating and guidance has been invaluable. After only a week I am starting to feel much more energized.I am now more educated on how your food choices have on your overall well being." (Claire) 

Skin Diet Connection

Weight Loss and Energy

Skin Diet Connection

" Anika’s support and kind professionalism has been second to none. With clear guidance and attentive listening to me, she has and is helping me with my health, diet, weight loss, food intolerances and allergies. I’ve also had a significant issue with chronic hives for 44 years, and after a couple of months of careful food planning and changing my diet, the hives are settling significantly which has been life changing for me and so encouraging. I would highly encourage her services. Thank you so much Anika."  (Jane)

Weight Loss

Weight Loss and Energy

Weight Loss and Energy

"  Simple and clear dietary advice. Have seen results very quickly in weight loss, increased energy levels and generally feeling healthier. Thank-you for the help!" (NR)

Weight Loss and Energy

Weight Loss and Energy

Weight Loss and Energy

 "Anika has made a fantastic difference to my health. The advice and support has been invaluable, and enabled me to lose weight and slowly gain the energy i needed to exercise and have more of a life. Thank you Anika" (Timothy)

Weight Loss

General Health and Wellbeing

High Blood Pressure

 "I found my first sessions with Anika to be helpful and informative, and implementing her recommendations has definitely made a noticeable difference. She is very knowledgeable and understanding of different diets, and takes the time to tailor her advice to your needs. I feel more confident about my nutrition now and would happily recommend her." (Said)

High Blood Pressure

General Health and Wellbeing

High Blood Pressure

 "Done several voice and video calls for help and advice as suffering with high blood pressure , got plenty of advice and recommendations which I put straight into practice and results have been amazing for me will continue and hopefully my doctor will will wean me of tablets.
Lovely lady recommend 100% for anyone seeking help the natural way thx Anika" (Andrzej) 

General Health and Wellbeing

General Health and Wellbeing

General Health and Wellbeing

 " I have had a few appointments now with Plymouth Holistic Nutrition which I consider to be highly valuable. Anika is a very attentive listener and has gently guided me to a healthy diet and lifestyle. She has backed up her advice with science and given me links for more information if I want it. She has led me step by step with practical advice of how to make necessary changes and where to source good ingredients. I know she has done extra research on my account to give me the best possible improvement and her desire for my well being is so encouraging and motivating. I can highly recommend her." (Joanne)

Naturopathic Nutrtion Association
General Naturopathic Council
Complementary and Natural Healthcare Council

The information provided by Plymouth Holistic Nutrition contained on this website are for general information and educational purposes only and are not intended to be medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.  You should also consult your physician or healthcare professional regarding any interactions between any medication you are currently taking and nutritional supplements, and if you are pregnant or trying to conceive. Never ignore professional medical advice based on anything contained herein.