FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ON HEALTH & NUTRITION

We provide personalised nutritional therapy, functional medicine support, functional testing and nutrigenetic testing. Our approach may also include tailored dietary strategies, supplement recommendations, lifestyle guidance, stress support and ongoing nutrition coaching, depending on your individual needs.

Nutritional therapy uses evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle strategies to support health, wellbeing and personal goals. Rather than providing the same advice to everyone, we consider your symptoms, medical history, diet, lifestyle and individual circumstances before developing personalised recommendations.

Functional medicine is a personalised approach that explores how nutrition, digestion, hormones, stress, immune health, lifestyle and other body systems may interact. We use this framework to investigate factors that could be contributing to persistent symptoms or wider health concerns.

Nutritional therapy focuses on using personalised nutrition and lifestyle support to promote wellbeing. Functional medicine provides a broader framework for exploring possible underlying factors and connections between different body systems. At Livingspring Wellbeing, these approaches may be used together where appropriate.

We work with people seeking support for concerns including digestive health, IBS, hormone and thyroid health, fatigue, stress-related symptoms, autoimmune conditions, skin concerns, immune health, women’s health and nutrition during or after cancer treatment.

Our services are personalised, so the suitability of nutritional support will depend on your circumstances, medical history and goals.

Yes. We provide personalised nutrition support for women experiencing concerns relating to hormone balance, thyroid health, menstrual health, perimenopause, menopause, pregnancy, postpartum nutrition, energy levels and general wellbeing.
We do not replace assessment or treatment from your GP, endocrinologist, gynaecologist or another qualified medical professional.

Yes. We work with clients experiencing concerns such as bloating, irregular bowel habits, food-related discomfort and diagnosed IBS. We consider diet, lifestyle, stress, symptoms and relevant health history before creating a personalised strategy.

Anyone experiencing new, severe or unexplained digestive symptoms should speak to their GP before relying on nutritional support.

We take time to understand your symptoms, medical history, current diet, lifestyle, concerns and health goals. This information helps us assess the wider picture and identify appropriate nutrition and lifestyle priorities.

Where relevant, we may also discuss functional or nutrigenetic testing. Testing is not automatically required for every client.

Yes. Our recommendations are tailored to your individual health profile, symptoms, lifestyle and goals. Your plan may include dietary changes, lifestyle strategies, supplement guidance or suggested testing where appropriate.

We aim to make recommendations practical and realistic rather than relying on generic meal plans or one-size-fits-all advice.

Follow-up support may be recommended so that we can review your progress, discuss challenges and adjust your plan where appropriate. The number and frequency of appointments will depend on your health concerns, goals and agreed programme.

Yes. We offer a 15-minute initial call to know whether our services would be appropriate for you. 

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Functional testing is used to explore specific biological or nutritional factors that may be relevant to your symptoms and health goals. Depending on your circumstances, testing may consider areas such as digestion, hormones, thyroid function, stress response, nutrient insufficiencies or immune health.

Testing is recommended only where it is considered appropriate and useful.

Nutrigenetic testing explores how genetic variations may influence the way your body responds to certain nutrients, foods and lifestyle factors. The results can provide additional information to help personalise your nutrition and lifestyle recommendations.

Genetic test results do not provide a diagnosis or predict with certainty whether you will develop a medical condition.

No. Functional testing is not necessary for every client. We consider your symptoms, medical history, goals and existing test results before discussing whether additional testing may provide useful information.

You will not automatically be asked to complete tests simply because you book a consultation.

Yes. We provide personalised nutritional therapy intended to support general wellbeing, strength, nutrition and quality of life during cancer treatment. Our approach is designed to complement conventional medical care, not replace it.

Clients receiving active cancer treatment must remain under the care of an oncologist or appropriate medical team.

No. Nutritional therapy cannot diagnose, treat or cure cancer. It may be used alongside conventional care to support nutrition, general wellbeing and the management of practical dietary concerns during or after treatment.

We do not advise clients to delay, stop or replace treatment recommended by their oncology team.

Yes. Where appropriate and with the necessary consent, our approach is intended to complement the care provided by oncologists and other healthcare professionals. Recommendations must be compatible with the client’s medical treatment and individual circumstances.

Our existing services include cancer nutrition support including, breast cancer, prostate cancer, ovarian cancer and post-cancer recovery support.

You can read more about our Breast Cancer Nutrition Support and Prostate Cancer Nutrition Support.

Yes. We offer post-cancer nutritional support focused on rebuilding healthy routines, addressing individual dietary concerns and promoting long-term wellbeing following treatment.

Any new symptoms, ongoing treatment effects or concerns about recurrence must be discussed with your oncology team or GP.

Yes. In-person consultations are available from our clinic in Rubislaw, Aberdeen.

The full clinic address, accessibility information, parking details and directions require client confirmation.

Yes. We offer online consultations for clients across the UK. This provides a flexible option for people who cannot attend the Aberdeen clinic or who prefer to receive support from home.

Our clinic supports clients in Aberdeen and surrounding areas. Online appointments are also available across the UK.

Our opening hours are:

Monday: 9:30 am to 4 pm
Tuesday: 9:30 am to 4 pm
Wednesday: 9:30 am to 4 pm
Thursday: 9:30 am to 4 pm
Friday: 9:30 am to 4 pm
Saturday: 10 am to 1 pm
Sunday: Closed

Appointments are subject to availability, so we recommend contacting us in advance to arrange a suitable time.

You can begin by calling us on 07701 362193. A verified online booking-page URL and details of the full booking process are still required.

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No. Nutritional therapy and functional nutrition do not replace diagnosis by a doctor or another appropriately qualified medical professional. We may help you explore nutrition and lifestyle factors, but medical symptoms and suspected conditions should be assessed by your GP or specialist.

No. You should not stop or change prescribed medication unless advised to do so by the qualified healthcare professional responsible for your care.

Please tell us about your current medication and supplements so that they can be considered when discussing nutrition, lifestyle or additional products.

No. Our services complement appropriate medical care but do not replace it. You should speak to your GP or another medical professional about unexplained, worsening or urgent symptoms.

For a medical emergency, contact the appropriate emergency service rather than waiting for a nutritional therapy appointment.

Yes. Our approach is informed by nutrition science, functional medicine principles, clinical information and the individual client’s needs. We aim to explain the reasoning behind recommendations clearly and avoid presenting nutrition as a guaranteed cure.

Our practitioner has additional training in an NTEC-accredited programme – Systems Approach to Cancer.