Services
What Is Functional Nutrition?
Functional Nutrition applies the latest hypotheses and research in nutrition and health sciences to you and your symptoms, to enable you to achieve optimal health. Achieve Health work in close partnership with Hayley and The Health Farm. We develop a diet, lifestyle and (when required) supplement plan to support those needs. By analysing current eating patterns, nutrient intake and dietary habits, taking into consideration physical activity levels, stress, and sleep, we make tailored recommendations based on age, gender, health status, and your specific goals. We might incorporate coaching to help you put the ideas into practice in a meaningful way or break through whatever barriers have held you back in the past.
It’s a very personal approach. People are ‘biochemically unique’. That means that there isn’t a single way of eating that is right for everyone. Your DNA, previous medical history, and any current symptoms as well as what you like and don’t like, not to mention your personal circumstances, are all important when a Nutritional Therapist creates a plan for you. Functional Nutrition gets to the root of the problem rather than just managing the symptoms.
It is personalised just for you. That takes both time and skill. You could download something from the internet – if you knew what you were looking for – but it is not the same. A Nutritionist may also work with supplements targeted to a specific condition or your own health goal. This can be a minefield – potentially dangerous and inevitably costly – if you don’t know what you’re doing.
Benefits Of Functional Nutrition
- Improved Health: Better management of chronic diseases and conditions
- Enhanced Energy Levels: Optimised nutrient intake can boost energy and vitality
- Weight Management: Healthy eating habits support sustainable weight loss or maintenance
- Mental Health: Proper nutrition can positively affect mood, cognition, and mental health
- Prevention: Reducing the risk of developing future health problems through proactive dietary choices
Symptoms We Can Help With:
- Weight gain
- Bloating
- Constipation or diarrhoea
- Mood changes
- Joint aches and pain
- Tiredness or fatigue
- Brain fog
- Disrupted sleep
Functional Nutrition Can Help Improve Symptoms Of The Following Conditions:
- Menopause/perimenopause
- Thyroid disorders
- Irritable bowel syndrome
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Auto-immune conditions
- Inflammatory arthritis
- Skin conditions
- PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids
What Happens In A Functional Nutrition Consultation
Your first consultation will last up to 75 minutes. You will have been asked to complete and send back a functional nutrition questionnaire and food diary before your visit. During the session, I will review your medical history, your health goals and any other challenges you’re facing, what you generally eat, what you like to eat, what you hate to eat and how you have to eat (on the bus, in a rush at your desk, and so on). There’s no judgement and anything you share with me is kept in confidence. I will interpret any blood tests results you may already have. Following the consultation you will receive a bespoke dietary, lifestyle, and supplement plan along with recipes and personalised handouts to help you on your journey.
Recommendations for further functional testing will also be made if required. Functional testing may include blood tests, a stool test, urine and saliva analysis, and even genetic testing, which can all be carried out from the comfort and privacy of your own home. Samples are posted to the laboratory and results are usually received within 2-10 days depending on the test. Functional testing provides a greater insight into the root cause of what may be causing your symptoms and enables a personalised nutrition plan to be designed specifically for you. It can identify underlying imbalances, nutrient deficiencies and food sensitivities. The cost of any functional tests are in addition to your consultation fees.
Functional Nutrition sessions are usually programmes which run over 10 weeks. This is because it is rarely helpful for anyone to leave without the knowledge that they have follow up sessions in place to help them implement the programme, make changes at a pace that suits them, and to deal with any challenges or questions that come up along the way.
Follow up sessions involve a review of your progress, explanation of any new test result findings, updated dietary, lifestyle, and supplement recommendations based on your progress.
Functional Nutrition Services
Free exploratory call (20 minutes)
During this free 20 minute exploratory call, Hayley will discuss any specific health concerns and define your health goals. She will explain how nutritional therapy may benefit you and evaluate which ongoing package fits your needs.
Health MOT (1 hour) £150
During this one hour Health MOT, Hayley will discuss any specific health concerns and goals you may have. She will interpret and provide an in-depth explanation of any previous test results, review your five day food diary, and design bespoke dietary and lifestyle pointers to help get you started on your journey to better health.
Silver package £450
The silver package includes a 75 minute initial consultation followed by two 45 minute follow ups over a ten week period. Hayley will review your in depth health and lifestyle questionnaire and food dairy, provide a personalised nutrition and supplement plan, make recommendations on clinical testing and interpret results, create bespoke recipes and information handouts, and provide email support throughout the programme.
Gold package £750
The gold package includes a 75 minute initial consultation followed by five 45 minute follow ups over a ten week period. Hayley will review your in depth health and lifestyle questionnaire and food dairy, provide a personalised nutrition and supplement plan, make recommendations on clinical testing and interpret results, create bespoke recipes and handouts, and provide email support throughout the programme.
Platinum package £1200
The platinum package includes a 75 minute initial consultation followed by nine 45 minute weekly follow ups. Hayley will review your in depth health and lifestyle questionnaire and food dairy, provide a personalised nutrition and supplement plan, make recommendations on clinical testing and interpret results, create bespoke recipes and handouts, and provide email support throughout the programme.
About Me
Dr Hayley Edwards GDipION, mBANT, reg CNHC, MChiro, D.C., is a dedicated and passionate Functional Nutritionist and Chiropractor with 17 years experience in healthcare. Hayley is committed to providing personalised and evidence-based nutritional advice to promote optimal health and wellbeing.
With a background in nutrition and a deep understanding of the intricate relationship between diet and overall wellness, her compassionate and holistic approach aims to empower her clients to regain control of their health and live their lives to the fullest.
As a strong believer in the power of food as medicine, Hayley works closely with her clients to develop tailored nutrition plans that support their specific health goals. By incorporating wholesome and nutrient-dense foods, along with targeted dietary interventions, she strives to optimise her client’s overall health.
Hayley lives on a small holding in the countryside where she grows a variety of fruit and vegetables, and keeps her own pigs, chickens and bees. Her approach to nutrition is deeply rooted in her belief that the best health outcomes come from consuming fresh, local, organically grown produce. She also knows what it’s like to plan and provide meals for a family of picky eaters!
Passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of others, Hayley is dedicated to staying up-to-date with the latest research and advancements in the field of nutrition. She is committed to ongoing professional development to ensure that her clients receive the highest standard of care.
If you’re seeking a knowledgeable and compassionate Nutritionist Hayley is here to guide you on your wellness journey. Contact her today to take the first step towards achieving optimal health and reclaiming your vitality.
Conditions we can’t work with as Nutritional Therapists:
- Kidney disease
- Eating disorders
- Active cancer
- We don't work with children as it's a very specialist area so over 16's only
