Registered Associate Nutritionist (ANutr)

Niloofar Kianniya

Delivering evidence-based nutrition and behaviour-change interventions across mental health, fitness, and virtual coaching settings. Strong background in weight management, lifestyle change, and client education.

Manchester, UK
niloofar.kianniya@gmail.com
Niloofar Kianniya - Registered Associate Nutritionist
About Me

Passionate About Nutrition & Wellness

As a Registered Associate Nutritionist (ANutr), I specialise in delivering evidence-based nutrition and behaviour-change interventions. With experience across mental health settings, fitness environments, and virtual coaching platforms, I help individuals achieve sustainable health improvements through personalised care and education.

Patient-Centred Care

Focused on improving engagement, adherence, and health outcomes through personalised approaches.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Experienced in working with healthcare teams, personal trainers, and support staff.

Evidence-Based Practice

Delivering interventions grounded in scientific research and best practices.

5+ Years Experience

Proven track record in mental health nutrition, fitness, and virtual coaching.

Experience

Professional Journey

PresentHuddersfield, UK

Nutritionist

Thorpe House

  • Spearheaded nutritional care for 20+ vulnerable residents in a specialist mental health unit, delivering individualised Nutrition Care Plans (NCPs).
  • Improved dietary compliance by 25% through tailored interventions and resident-centred education.
  • Led allergen management and food safety protocols, maintaining 100% compliance with regulatory and internal standards.
  • Delivered structured nutrition training to 15+ staff members, enhancing team capability to support complex dietary needs.
Jan 2022 – Nov 2023Tehran, Iran (Remote)

Virtual Health & Nutrition Coach

NutriHub

  • Delivered 1:1 virtual nutrition coaching to 40–60 clients per month, focusing on weight management and behaviour change.
  • Achieved high client retention through personalised plans and motivational interviewing.
  • Supported measurable outcomes, including 3–6 kg weight loss over 12 weeks and improved dietary adherence.
Oct 2021 – Sep 2022Tehran, Iran

Nutrition Consultant

Omra No Gym

  • Delivered personalised nutrition plans to 30+ gym members targeting fat loss and performance goals.
  • Collaborated with 5+ personal trainers to integrate nutrition and exercise programmes.
  • Supported measurable body-composition improvements, including 3–5% fat loss over 12 weeks.
Apr 2020 – May 2022Tehran, Iran

Nutritionist

Tehran Beauty Centre

  • Provided nutrition counselling to 50+ female clients focusing on weight management and sustainable habits.
  • Designed personalised plans resulting in 2–4 kg weight loss over 8–12 weeks.
  • Improved programme adherence by 20% through realistic goal-setting and education.
Expertise

Skills & Competencies

Core Nutrition

Weight ManagementNutrition Care Plans (NCPs)Behaviour ChangeMotivational InterviewingMeal Planning & Menu DevelopmentPreventive & Wellness NutritionSports Nutrition

Clinical & Coaching

Mental Health Nutrition SupportClient Assessment & MonitoringHealth PromotionGoal Setting & Adherence SupportVirtual Health Coaching

Professional

Multidisciplinary CollaborationStaff TrainingTime ManagementCritical ThinkingProblem-SolvingAdaptabilityCommunication

Digital Tools

Microsoft Office SuiteOnline Coaching PlatformsClient Progress Tracking Tools

Languages

Farsi (Native)English (Fluent)Spanish (Basic)
Education

Academic Background

Degrees

Master of Science

Public Health Nutrition

University of Chester

Completed Feb 2024

Bachelor of Science

Sports Nutrition

Ebn-e-Sina University

Completed Feb 2020
Publications

Written Works

Caloric Balance and Food Diversity

Kianniya, N.

An exploration of the relationship between caloric intake, energy expenditure, and the importance of dietary variety for optimal health outcomes.

2020

Sports Supplements and Doping

Kianniya, N.

A comprehensive review of sports nutrition supplements, their efficacy, safety considerations, and the ethical implications of performance enhancement in athletics.

2021
Contact

Let's Work Together

Looking for a patient-centred nutrition or health-coaching professional? I would love to hear from you. Let us discuss how I can help improve health outcomes for your organisation or clients.