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Hi, I’m Anna,

the founder of NutritionMate, a virtual nutritional therapy service based in London and Berlin. I embarked on this journey with a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by special needs families. Over the course of 5 years, I witnessed firsthand the nutritional gap that often exists for these children.

Equipped with this knowledge and my previous experience in working with individuals with autism and selective eating, I am dedicated to bridging the nutritional divide.

I aim to provide compassionate nutrition guidance and practical tools to support individuals and parents who may feel overwhelmed while navigating the challenges of neurodivergent minds and selective eaters.

As an English-speaking registered nutritional therapist (mBANT), my specialisation lies in providing support to individuals with autism, ADHD, and mood disorders. I am dedicated to enhancing their brain health, addressing selective eating habits, digestive issues, and mealtime behaviours.

I understand the challenges associated with unexplained symptoms and the daily struggles that often go unnoticed by others.

One significant challenge faced by individuals on the spectrum is nutrient deficiencies, which can impede their ability to function at their best. Unlike neurotypical individuals, mealtime can be an overwhelming sensory experience for them, often resulting in what is commonly known as "picky eating" or "problem feeding."

In my practice, I firmly believe in a personalised nutrition and lifestyle approach that acknowledges the uniqueness of each individual's mind. To expand their comfort zone and instil confidence in trying new foods, I also employ the sequential oral sensory (SOS) feeding approach, which is a valuable tool in my toolkit.

When supporting children, I have found that the most sustainable improvements occur through working with parents. Their active involvement is crucial in implementing and reinforcing positive changes that contribute to long-term progress.

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