Meet Lisa Smith
Practical nutrition support for women’s health
I’m Lisa Smith, a BANT-registered Nutritional Therapist, CNHC-registered practitioner and Health Coach based in Greater Manchester. I offer online nutrition consultations and coaching for women across the UK.
For more than a decade, I’ve supported women who want a clearer, more manageable way to work on their health. You might be concerned about changes in your weight or energy, living with PCOS or another chronic condition, preparing for pregnancy, or taking prescribed GLP-1 medication and wondering how to look after your nutrition while using it.
You don’t need another list of rules or a plan that only works when life is quiet. My role is to help you make sense of the options, identify practical priorities and build changes that can fit into your actual routine.
Qualified Online Nutrition Advice:
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College of Naturopathic Medicine Manchester (3 yrs)
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Nutritional Therapy Practitioner & Health Coach (Dip. NT.)
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British Association of Applied Nutrition & Nutritional Therapy (BANT)
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Complementary & Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC)
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PSA-accredited nutrition practitioner
Areas I support
Women’s metabolic health and weight
Weight and appetite can be affected by many parts of health and daily life. We can review your eating pattern, routines, preferences and goals, then focus on realistic nutrition and lifestyle changes that support your longer-term health.
PCOS nutrition
PCOS remains a key area of my work. I support women who want practical help with food, weight concerns, cravings, energy, cycle-related goals or preparing for pregnancy. Nutrition support can sit alongside medical care; I don’t diagnose PCOS or replace your GP or specialist team.
Nutrition alongside GLP-1 medication
If you’re taking a GLP-1 medicine prescribed by your clinician, I can help you think through everyday nutrition, meal patterns and habits while you’re using it. Your prescriber remains responsible for medication decisions and medical care.
I also offer nutrition support for women struggling with chronic conditions and fertility-related nutrition support for women preparing for pregnancy.
If you’d like to explore working together, book an introductory call or send me a message. We can talk about what you’re looking for, answer your questions and decide whether my support is a suitable next step. There’s no obligation to book a programme.
My approach is evidence-informed, personalised and practical. We start with what matters to you and consider relevant parts of your day-to-day life, including your food habits, work patterns, sleep, movement and stress. Where useful, I may discuss optional functional tests, but testing isn’t a requirement and it doesn’t replace medical investigation.
Together, we can agree steps that feel achievable and review how they’re working. That might mean building more satisfying meals, finding a routine that supports regular eating, or working out how to make a change easier on a busy week. There’s no expectation to get everything right at once.
I don’t use extreme diets or promise a particular result. I aim to give you clear guidance, room to ask questions and support putting your plan into practice.
My background and qualifications
I trained in Biochemistry and Nutrition at the College of Naturopathic Medicine in Manchester, completing a three-year programme. I’m a BANT-registered Nutritional Therapist and a CNHC-registered practitioner, and I also work as a Health Coach.
I continue to develop my knowledge and use current evidence to inform my work. I practise in line with the professional standards of BANT and CNHC.
A little about me
I live in Cheshire, near South Manchester, with my family. Outside work, I enjoy spending time outdoors, walking, gardening and growing herbs and vegetables. I’m also a keen home cook and sourdough baker, and I’ve recently taken up knitting. Food is a big part of my life, so I understand that eating well needs to include pleasure, convenience and the foods you enjoy.
Book a Call
I offer a no-pressure 30-minute introductory call via Zoom or phone. It’s simply space to explore your symptoms and whether this support feels right for you.
FAQ's
Do you only work with women who have PCOS?
No. PCOS is an important specialism, and I also offer nutrition support for women’s metabolic health and weight and for people using prescribed GLP-1 medication. I also support women with fertility-related nutrition goals.
Do you work online?
Yes. Consultations are online, so I can work with clients across the UK.
Do I need functional testing?
No. Testing is optional. We can discuss whether a particular test is relevant to your goals, what it can and can’t tell us, and any additional cost before you decide.
What happens in an introductory call?
It’s a chance to outline what you’re looking for, ask questions and explore whether one of my services may suit you. It isn’t a clinical consultation, and there’s no pressure to go ahead.
Do you provide a meal plan?
Support is tailored to your needs and preferences. I use practical meal ideas and guidance where helpful, rather than relying on a rigid plan that may not suit your routine.