Keto Nutritionist London

If you’re considering switching to a Keto diet to lose weight or manage a health condition, a keto nutritionist in London can guide you through the ‘dos and don’ts’ so you get all the benefits without experiencing any unexpected downsides. 

Rachel Clarkson is a registered dietitian based in Harley Street, London. Known as the DNA Dietitian, Rachel can customise a keto diet and eating plan around your lifestyle. She’ll also design your keto eating plan to cater to your body’s needs, maximising the benefits while ensuring the diet boosts your all-round health.

If you’ve heard about the keto diet and are wondering if it’s for you, get in touch with Rachel’s team today to book a consultation and find out more. Rachel can take the guesswork out of ketogenic diet meals and make sure it all works in harmony with your body.

Keto Nutritionist London: Book a consultation with Rachel Clarkson’s team here.

What is the keto diet?

The first place to start is understanding the keto diet and what it involves. The keto diet is a type of ketogenic diet that uses a high-fat, moderate-protein, and low-carbohydrate eating plan to shift the body’s metabolism into a state called ketosis.

The result of ketosis is weight loss, with less hunger than people may experience on a low-fat diet. This low-carb diet is also said to bring other health benefits, including increased energy and improved outlook. And the keto diet is used to reduce symptoms of certain health conditions, which we’ll look at further below.

Typically, followers of the standard version of the keto diet get around 75 per cent of their daily calories from fat, up to 20 per cent from protein, and just 5 per cent from carbohydrates.

All it takes is a few days of eating this way for the body to enter ketosis, which essentially means the body starts burning fat instead of glucose (carbohydrates) for fuel.

What is ketosis exactly?

The primary aim of the keto diet is to induce and maintain a state of ketosis. In ketosis, the body primarily burns fat for fuel instead of relying on glucose from carbohydrates for energy.

This metabolic state has been associated with various potential positive effects, including weight loss, improved blood sugar control, and enhanced mental clarity in some individuals.

However, it’s essential to note that the results and effects can vary from person to person.

Keto diet foods: What can I eat?

Foods that are generally allowed in this low-carb plan include high-fat meats, fish, oils, nuts, high-fat dairy such as cheese, and low-carb vegetables such as leafy greens.

Reducing carb levels means cutting out bread, pasta, rice, and most conventional baked goods. Achieving very low levels of carbs also means skipping legumes, root vegetables, most fruit and starchy veggies, such as potatoes.

Why is the Keto diet London so popular?

Ketogenic diets have surged in popularity in recent years, in part due to being embraced by celebrities, sports stars, and reality TV stars including the Kardashians.

The keto way eating plan certainly contradicts most people’s understanding of a healthy, balanced diet which typically promotes the consumption of protein, fat and carbohydrates.

Following such a diet means you will be replacing carbs with foods rich in fat and protein. Many people find they’re less hungry on a keto diet than on low-fat and low-sugar diets, which means they see the weight come off without constantly thinking about food.

Many people also say that they feel more energised and positive, and that the keto way has given them the answer to weight issues or obesity that they may have struggled with for years. They also report lower anxiety as well as improved sleep and better mental health when following a keto eating plan.

Keto diet for weight loss

Without doubt the main reason that most people start the keto diet is to lose weight. It’s been proven to be very effective for reducing weight in the short term, more quickly and effectively than low-fat diets. And when compared to a low-fat diet, a ketogenic diet appears to achieve greater long-term reductions in body weight too.

However, the success long term is dependent on your ability to adapt your dietary habits once you start to introduce a more balanced and healthy approach to eating. And this is where the expertise and support of a trained nutritionist like Rachel Clarkson comes in.

Healthy Eating the Keto Way with Rachel

No one understands nutrition and its impact on the human body better than trained dietitians like Rachel Clarkson. It takes years of study to become a registered dietitian, and dietitians have been educated to work in clinical settings, improving the health of patients with medical conditions through nutrition.

They understand your nutritional needs best, and working with a dietitian like Rachel as you move to a keto diet is the safest way to build new eating habits while ensuring you get the right nutrition and vitamin intake your body needs to remain healthy.

While many people report that they feel fantastic on the ketogenic diet, and experience the weight loss they had in mind, many other people are drawn to the keto diet to alleviate symptoms of health conditions. 

A professional nutritionist like Rachel can work closely with you as you shift to eating the keto way, whatever your overall goals are.

Book a consultation with Rachel Clarkson’s team here.

Health conditions ketogenic diets can help with

Research has been conducted on how ketogenic diets like the Keto Way can help with a range of health conditions. Below are some of the health conditions that it may benefit, though research is still ongoing.

Type 2 diabetes: There is evidence that the low-carb, high-fat eating plan of ketogenic diets may help improve outcomes for people with type 2 diabetes.

Polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS): The ketogenic diet can help reduce insulin levels, which may play a key role in polycystic ovary syndrome. Rachel’s clinical background makes her well-placed to help women who experience pain and other symptoms of polycystic ovarian syndrome. PCOS is an area of women’s health she’s experienced in helping to treat with nutrition and diet.

Epilepsy: Research has indicated that the ketogenic diet can cause reductions in seizures in epileptic children. The ketogenic diet actually originated as a tool for treating neurological diseases such as epilepsy.

Heart disease: It’s believed the ketogenic diet can help improve risk factors like body fat, HDL (good) cholesterol levels, blood pressure, and blood sugar.

Ongoing research into the benefits of keto diets

Although more research is needed, one study found that the diet helped improve symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. Some research suggests that the diet could improve outcomes of traumatic brain injuries. The keto diet may help reduce symptoms of Alzheimer’s disease and slow its progression.

Who should be more careful about following a ketogenic diet?

Diabetics, especially, type 1 diabetics are at risk of complications if they attempt to follow a ketogenic diet. For this reason, diabetics and anyone with a blood sugar management issue should discuss the potential implications with their GP and healthcare team before embarking on such a regime. Similarly anyone with kidney disease or a family history of such should consult their GP or a qualified dietitian.

Working with a trained dietitian like Rachel Clarkson to follow a keto eating plan ensures it’s done safely in conjunction with any health conditions and other medication. Rachel ensures all your nutritional needs are met while on a Keto diet and recommends supplements to take and adaptations to the diet and your lifestyle to suit your individual needs.

What are the drawbacks of a low-carbohydrate diet?

Following a low carbohydrates eating plan like the ketogenic diet is effective for weight loss, but it may not be for everyone. Here are some of the potential drawbacks if you are considering adopting the keto way eating plan.

Nutritional deficiencies: A strict keto diet may lead to nutrient deficiencies if not adequately planned, as it restricts many food groups that are rich in essential nutrients.

Difficult to sustain: The keto diet can be challenging to follow long-term due to its restrictive nature, leading some people to experience “keto fatigue” or regain weight after returning to a regular diet.

Side effects: During the initial transition to ketosis, some individuals may experience symptoms like headaches, fatigue, and irritability.

Gut health: The keto diet may impact gut microbiota diversity, which can have both positive and negative effects on digestive health.

Not suitable for everyone: Some people, such as those with certain medical conditions or a history of eating disorders, should approach the ketogenic diet with caution.

Rachel can help you determine if the keto diet is right for you, and can supplement the plan to meet your body’s nutritional needs, based on your DNA. Her nutrigenomic training allows her to interpret your individual needs by analysing your genetic information.

It’s a specialised approach to nutritional advice that means your meal plans and lifestyle advice are tailored exactly to you and your body. How you metabolise certain foods and which foods cause you inflammation are all keys that Rachel uses to unlock your optimum nutrition plan.

Work with a top keto nutritionist in London

While some people may thrive on a ketogenic diet, others may find it challenging to sustain or may experience adverse effects. It’s best to consult a registered dietitian or healthcare professional before starting any significant dietary change, including the ketogenic diet.

A keto nutritionist like Rachel is trained to provide personalised guidance and support to anyone interested in adopting a ketogenic diet for various reasons, whether it’s to lose weight, improve energy levels, or boost overall health.

Rachel can help you understand the principles of the keto diet, create personalised meal plans, and offer recommendations for incorporating the right types of fats, proteins, and low-carb foods into your diet.

Additionally, Rachel will address concerns related to nutrient deficiencies, hydration, electrolyte balance, and potential side effects of the diet.

About Rachel Clarkson

Rachel Clarkson RD has gained a reputation as one of the best dietitians to revolutionise patients’ health by working with them in a highly individualised way. Her DNA method allows her to access information in your genetic code about your nutrition needs and the foods and eating habits that work best for you.

Rachel is a member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA) and registered with the health care professional council, where she is regulated by law and governed by an ethical code to ensure that she always works to the highest standard.

Rachel continues to enrich her professional knowledge through ongoing mentorship and education from the head of Nutrigenomics at the University of Toronto and specialist IBS management at King’s College London.

BOOK A CONSULTATION

Get in touch with Rachel’s team today

You can book a free discovery call with Rachel’s team to start your journey to optimum health and wellness today. Discover the difference that the ketogenic diet can make to your life, under the guidance of a highly trained and experienced nutrition expert in London.

Consultations take place in person at her clinic in London’s Harley Street or online.

The DNA Dietitian

10 Harley Street
London W1G 9PF
Tel: 020 7126 7101