The Italian Nutritionist

20/08/2026

A very personal article for me.❤️

As someone living with vitiligo and navigating perimenopause, I know how challenging it can be when you no longer quite recognise yourself.
I also hear this so often from numerous perimenopausal women I work with.

So I wrote about perimenopause, confidence and finding yourself again — with a little of my own story along the way.

My latest article is now published in Ankhä Azzura Magazine magazine.

Link in my bio and on my stories today.

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12/08/2026

Supporting Healthier, happier and more energised teams through engaging, evidence-based nutrition and wellbeing health talks.🍏

From stress and sleep, to energy, menopause and seasonal wellbeing, sessions can be tailored to your team’s needs.

📩 Now booking for the corporate talks autumn/winter season - DM or email [email protected]

24/07/2026

Paris is always a good idea.

11/06/2026

Last weekend was such a fantastic experience, speaking at Institute for Optimum Nutrition about my career so far. Highlight of this year.x

04/06/2026

Lately I have worked with many women going through perimenopause and experiencing irritability and decreased resilience to stress. Here’s my latest article for Ankha Azzurra, so I could share a few tips for anyone else going through this.

https://ankhamagazine.com/try-me-if-you-dare-understanding-irritability-and-emotional-overload-in-perimenopause/

As a perimenopausal woman, I have noticed a slight shift in resilience during this interesting, to say the least, phase of life. Situations or behaviours that used to feel a little frustrating now feel huge. Patience waves goodbye pretty quickly, and stress seems harder to manage. For example, someo...

16/03/2026

It was a pleasure contributing to this article on the emerging research around saffron.

Thank you to for the opportunity to collaborate on such an interesting piece exploring the science behind this fascinating spice.

The article looks at several areas where saffron has been studied, including appetite regulation, cardiometabolic health, eye health and antioxidant intake.

While some findings are promising, nutrition research always needs to be interpreted in context. No single ingredient replaces the foundations of health — a balanced diet, lifestyle habits and an evidence-based approach.

Swipe to see a few of the insights I shared in the article.

10/03/2026

Ciao! Just a little re-introduction for those of you new here✨

I’m Valentina, Nutritional Therapist and the person behind The Italian Nutritionist.

After almost 20 years as an actress, a food poisoning episode led me to a life shift and to my graduation from in 2016, one of my proudest moments!

Since then, I never looked back. I’ve had the opportunity to work in a variety of settings:

- functional medicine in biohacking clinics - probiotic industry
- heath retreats

Nowadays, my life is divided between:

- My private practice with 1-1 consultations
- Delivering corporate talks
- Lifestyle Expert for .care (a wonderful mental health platform supporting employees worldwide)
- Nutritionist for team, supporting employees on-site at Google.
- Freelance Nutrition Writer

When working with my clients, I look at the full picture of their health and lifestyle. My consultations are relaxed, in depth conversations where we explore these areas together - and they never lack a little sense of humour along the way, because health journeys should feel supportive and enjoyable too!

I try to practice what I preach and make sure I also find time to wind down, spending time in nature, catching up with friends and dancing bachata.💃🏻

If like me you’re interested in healthy ageing or perimenopause support, or if you just need some guidance to optimise your health, you’re in the right place.

I am so glad you’re here!🌸

PS: if you need to get in touch, you can DM here or email [email protected]

23/02/2026

´When I look at the future, I see muscle as the foundation of functional Indipendence.’

My February article for Ankha Azzurra Magazine is out now. Find out why getting stronger can help to support your longevity.

https://ankhamagazine.com/stronger-not-smaller-a-nutritionists-guide-to-building-muscle-after-30-for-healthy-ageing/

17/02/2026

Is pasta really “bad” for you?🍝

I was quoted in a feature for , discussing pasta and its place in a balanced diet - including how context, quality, and portion size matter more than blanket food rules.

Nutrition is rarely about cutting foods out, it’s about understanding how they can work FOR you.😉

31/10/2025

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!🎃

Just in time for tonight’s spookiness, I have shared three simple and nourishing recipes with to offer some tasty yet healthier options during Halloween or any party!!!

Pumpkin, apple and cinnamon will be some of the ingredients you will find of course, but the most important thing is that all suggestions will include a source of protein to keep your blood sugar stable, avoiding a sugar hangover tomorrow.😫

You can find the link in my bio or on today’s story✨

Enjoy!