Alex Allan Nutrition

Alex Allan Nutrition Alex Allan BSc (Hons) NT, Dip BCNH, mBANT, regCNHC is a Registered Nutritional Therapist and BANT-registered Nutritionist.

After spending more than 20 years working in a corporate environment, I moved to Nutritional Therapy after discovering the diet and lifestyle changes transformed my health. Since then, I’ve wanted to share that life-changing experience and help other people. Nutritional Therapy is the application of nutrition science in the promotion of health, peak performance and individual care. I use a wide ra

nge of tools to assess and identify potential nutritional imbalances and understand how these may contribute to an individual’s symptoms and health concerns. This approach allows me to work with individuals to address nutritional balance and help support the body towards maintaining health. Nutritional therapy is recognised as a complementary medicine and is relevant for individuals with chronic conditions, as well as those looking for support to enhance their health and wellbeing. I consider each individual to be unique and recommend personalised nutrition and lifestyle programmes rather than a ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach. I never recommend nutritional therapy as a replacement for medical advice and always refer any client with ‘red flag’ signs or symptoms to their medical professional. I will also frequently work alongside a medical professional and will communicate with other healthcare professionals involved in the client’s care to explain any nutritional therapy programme that has been provided.

September is all about brain health here at Alex Allan Nutrition.With World Alzheimer's Day coming up later in the month...
04/09/2026

September is all about brain health here at Alex Allan Nutrition.

With World Alzheimer's Day coming up later in the month, I've been looking at what the evidence actually tells us about supporting brain health, from nutrition and blood sugar to sleep, movement and cardiovascular health.

I'll be sharing more about all of this throughout the month, including new blogs and a recipe.

And if you'd like it all brought together in one place, my monthly newsletter is a good way to keep up.

I share my latest blog, recipe and what's caught my attention that month, along with practical nutrition ideas and the occasional book, podcast or something else I've found interesting.

The September newsletter will be going out later this month, so if you'd like to receive it, you can sign up now via the link in my bio.
I hope you'll join me.

If you enjoy the recipes I share, there’s a good reason to join my free Facebook group.Back to Health with Sarah and Ale...
01/09/2026

If you enjoy the recipes I share, there’s a good reason to join my free Facebook group.

Back to Health with Sarah and Alex is where I share my printable recipe cards, so you can save them and come back to them whenever you’re looking for something new to cook.

And there are already a couple of recipes coming up this month.
🥗First, there’s a Mediterranean Chickpea, Tomato & Walnut Orzo, with plenty of vegetables, chickpeas, wholegrains, walnuts and extra virgin olive oil.
🥣Then there’s my Herby Salmon with Roasted Tomato, Aubergine & Lentils, which brings together salmon, lentils and lots of colourful vegetables in one simple traybake.

Both are very much the kind of food I like to cook and eat: plenty of plants, good sources of protein and lots of flavour.

You'll also find practical nutrition tips, exercise advice from Sarah and plenty of everyday health chat in the group.

So if either of those recipes sounds like your kind of dinner, come and join us.

👉 https://www.facebook.com/groups/backtohealthwithsarahandalex

Sometimes people get in touch knowing exactly what they want help with.Other times, they simply know they don't feel qui...
30/08/2026

Sometimes people get in touch knowing exactly what they want help with.

Other times, they simply know they don't feel quite like themselves, but they're not sure where to start or whether nutritional therapy is the right approach.

That's exactly what a free 30-minute health review call is for.

It's an opportunity to talk about what's been going on, ask any questions you have and find out whether working together would be a good fit.

If nutritional therapy isn't the right next step, I'll tell you. If it is, I'll explain how I work and what support might be most appropriate for you.

There's no pressure to make a decision during the call. My aim is simply to help you leave with a little more clarity than you had before.

If you've been wondering whether now is the right time to seek support, I'd be very happy to have a chat.

You can book a free health review call via the website link in my bio.

It's National Banana Split Day, so we thought we'd give the classic dessert a breakfast makeover 🍌When you find a breakf...
25/08/2026

It's National Banana Split Day, so we thought we'd give the classic dessert a breakfast makeover 🍌

When you find a breakfast you enjoy, it's easy to stick with it. But every now and then it's nice to do something a little different, especially when it still includes many of the things that help keep you going through the morning.

Bananas are a great addition to breakfast. They're a source of potassium and vitamin B6, and they also contribute towards your 5 A Day. They pair really well with protein-rich foods like Greek yoghurt or Skyr, making them an easy base for a balanced breakfast.

This month's recipe is a protein-rich breakfast banana split that's quick to put together and feels a little more special than your usual breakfast.

You'll find the full recipe, along with a printable PDF recipe card, in our free Facebook community Back to Health with Sarah and Alex.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/backtohealthwithsarahandalex

I'd love to know... what's your favourite breakfast at the moment?

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World Water Week is all about recognising the value of one of our most precious resources.With the recent hot weather an...
23/08/2026

World Water Week is all about recognising the value of one of our most precious resources.

With the recent hot weather and hosepipe bans, many of us have been keeping a close eye on our gardens. It's a good reminder to keep an eye on ourselves too.

We don't always notice when we're becoming a little dehydrated, especially if we're busy or out enjoying the sunshine.

The NHS recommends aiming for around 6 to 8 cups or glasses of fluid a day as a guide, although you may need more in hot weather or if you're exercising. One easy way to check is the colour of your urine. Pale yellow is generally a good sign that you're well hydrated.

If you find plain water a bit uninspiring, try adding slices of lemon, lime or cucumber, or a few fresh mint leaves. It can make staying hydrated a little more enjoyable without adding sugar. The NHS also suggests sparkling water or no added sugar squash if that helps you drink enough.

A small reminder to look after yourself, as well as your garden, this week. 💧

21/08/2026

Every now and then, a client sends me feedback that makes me stop for a moment.
Not because I expect it, but because it's a reminder of why I enjoy this work so much.

Supporting someone over 12 weeks means getting to know them, understanding what's important to them and helping them build the knowledge and confidence to make choices that work for their life.

When someone takes the time to share their experience afterwards, it really does mean a great deal.

Thank you to everyone who has trusted me to be part of their journey, and to those who have shared such kind words. I'm genuinely grateful.

Alex

Before I write a blog, plan my social media or choose a recipe to share, I sit down to write my newsletter.It's where I ...
20/08/2026

Before I write a blog, plan my social media or choose a recipe to share, I sit down to write my newsletter.

It's where I pull together everything that's been on my mind over the past few weeks. Seasonal topics, questions I've been asked in clinic, new research I've been reading and practical ideas that I think might be helpful.

I also like sharing some of the things I've been enjoying outside of nutrition.
A good book. A podcast I've been listening to. Something I've spotted online that's made me stop and think. A recipe I've been cooking more than once because it's worth making again.

I love writing it because it gives me the chance to share a little more than I can in a social media post.

If you enjoy my blogs and recipes, you'll probably enjoy my newsletter too. It's where it all begins.

You can sign up via the website link in my bio.

You've probably heard people talk about the gut-skin connection, but what does it actually mean?The answer isn't as simp...
18/08/2026

You've probably heard people talk about the gut-skin connection, but what does it actually mean?

The answer isn't as simple as saying your gut causes skin problems or that improving your gut will magically clear your skin.

What we do know is that your gut and skin are closely connected, and researchers are continuing to explore how the health of one may influence the other.

In one of my recent blogs, I look at:
• what we mean by the gut-skin axis
• how your gut microbiome may play a role
• the lifestyle factors that support both gut and skin health
• simple steps you can take to look after your overall wellbeing

It's a balanced look at what we know so far, without the myths or exaggerated claims that are easy to come across online.

If you'd like to read the full article, you'll find it via the website link in my bio.

Yesterday was National Tell a Joke Day 🤣😹Yes, it's a thing!A good laugh won't solve everything, but taking time to smile...
17/08/2026

Yesterday was National Tell a Joke Day 🤣😹

Yes, it's a thing!

A good laugh won't solve everything, but taking time to smile and laugh can help relieve stress and leave you feeling a little more relaxed. That's reason enough for me.
So here goes...
Why did the tomato blush?

Because it saw the salad dressing! 🍅

I'd love to hear your favourite joke in the comments too.
Bonus points if it's food-related... and let's keep them clean! 😄

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🫐 Summer berries are one of my favourite things about this time of year.They're naturally sweet, full of flavour and a s...
14/08/2026

🫐 Summer berries are one of my favourite things about this time of year.

They're naturally sweet, full of flavour and a simple way to add more variety to your diet.

The thing is, a smoothie made with fruit and juice alone often isn't enough to keep you feeling satisfied for very long.

That's why this recipe combines fresh berries with protein, fibre and healthy fats to make a more balanced breakfast or post-exercise snack.

It's thick, creamy and lets the berries do the talking, with no fruit juice, syrups or flavoured yoghurt needed.

I've shared the full recipe, along with a printable recipe card, inside my free Facebook group.

👉 Join Back to Health with Sarah and Alex to download the recipe and discover more practical nutrition and wellbeing ideas.

https://www.facebook.com/groups/backtohealthwithsarahandalex

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