nutritionist

I’m Dawn Rowland, a women’s health nutritionist and holistic nutritionist based in Corsham.

I offer personalised nutrition services, both in-person and online, to support women through the unique health challenges of midlife.

My approach blends nutritionist expertise with the principles of functional medicine to uncover and address the root causes of your symptoms, so you can feel like yourself again.

the passion to do my work

This quote from one of the world’s leading nutrition doctors, gives me the passion to do my work:

“Food definitely is medicine. If we move the UK from its current diet to an optimum diet, we would reduce chronic disease by about 70%. There’s not many medicines that would have this effect at a population level”.

– Tim Spectre

See what other women have said about working with me as their nutritionist…

“I now feel that wonderful vitality and energy…

“Out of everything I’ve done in the last decade to improve my health and lifestyle, working with Dawn on my gut health has been the most changing. It is worth absolutely every penny and minute invested. I now feel incredible vitality and energy and have lost a stack of weight (a bonus). I’ll continue to work with Dawn, tweaking all things nutritionally as my journey of gut health enlightenment progresses.”

– Rachel Smith

NUTRITIONIST SERVICES

One-to-one services with a women’s health holistic nutritionist

Musculosketetal clinic

GUT HEALTH

Personalised care to improve digestive issues, energy, and improve overall health.

Musculosketetal clinic

MUSCULOSKELETAL HEALTH

Personalised care to reduce muscle & joint pain, improve mobility.

Healthy Gut Clinic

METABOLIC HEALTH

Personalised care to improve vitality, manage weight and support healthy ageing.

more NUTRITIONIST SERVICES

Guided Group and Self-Learning Nutrition Services

Nutritional Therapist Corsham

Rejuvenate your joints guided group course

Ease joint pain, move better and strengthen your muscles and bones.

Online health questionnaire

online, self-paced learning

Sound Sleep – Online self-paced, 8-day course

Wellness Check

Wellness Check

A single health assessment & consultation giving expert insight and a personalised diet and lifestyle plan.

Postmenopause Nutrition Services

With 30 years of osteopathic clinical practice and 9 years as a registered nutritionist, my background combines osteopathy, clinical nutrition, functional medicine and psychology – allowing me to offer a truly holistic and evidence-based approach to health.

I help women who believe prevention is better than cure and want a proactive, science-backed approach to health. I believe to age healthily, it’s essential to put the work in ahead of time.

Specialist postmenopause nutrition and lifestyle medicine support for women facing challenges such as:

  • Changing hormones – thyroid, sex hormones, insulin, cortisol.
  • Sleep issues – waking feeling tired, early hours waking, insomnia.
  • Digestive troubles – IBS, indigestion, food intolerances, bloating, intestinal permeability, constipation.
  • Chronic tiredness – blood sugar imbalances, insulin resistance, problems producing energy.
  • Abdominal weight gain – rising inflammation, visceral fat, liver issues.
  • Rising blood pressure, cholesterol & blood sugar.
  • Osteoarthritis – joint pain, inflammation, gout.
  • Loss of muscle tone, mass and strength.
  • Loss of bone density – osteopenia, osteoporosis.

“The doctor of the future will give no medicine but will interest his patients in the care of the human frame, in diet, and in the cause and prevention of disease.”

– Thomas A. Edison

How to choose the right nutrition services for you?

Work with Dawn one-on-one and choose from her three core nutrition plans, each tailored specifically for women over 50: Healthy Ageing, Bone & Joint Health, or Healthy Gut. Every plan includes three personalised consultations, available in-clinic or online.

Gut Health package for a HEALTHY gut & DIGESTION

Ideal for addressing...

✅ Digestive issues: If you struggle with bloating, constipation, diarrhea, or discomfort after eating, this package provides targeted strategies to ease symptoms and support a healthier, more balanced digestive system.

Age-related gut changes: As we get older, our gut microbiome naturally shifts. And so do our nutrient needs. This package supports a diverse, resilient microbiome and promotes long-term digestive health

✅ Tired-all-the-time: If you often feel fatigued or sluggish, your gut health could be the missing link. A well-balanced gut enhances nutrient absorption, helping to restore your energy and vitality.

✅ Frequent infections: If you struggle with frequent illnesses, inflammation, or slow recovery, your gut health could be playing a role. Since a significant portion of the immune system resides in the gut, improving its balance can help regulate inflammation and strengthen your overall health.

✅ Low mood and anxiety: If you experience anxiety, low mood, or stress, your gut health could be a contributing factor. Research shows a strong link between the gut and mood regulation, and addressing imbalances may help improve emotional well-being.

METABOLIC Health package for HEALTHY AGEING and better energy

Ideal for addressing...

✅ Weight management – Focuses on nutritious, colorful meals that are easy to prepare and enjoyable. This is not a restrictive diet but a sustainable approach to nourishing yourself.

✅ Slow Metabolism & Low Energy – Supports a more efficient metabolism, helping to combat fatigue and increase sustained energy levels throughout the day.

✅ Blood Sugar Imbalances – Helps stabilize blood sugar levels to prevent energy crashes, sugar cravings, and long-term metabolic issues like insulin resistance.

✅ Out-of-range health markers – Helps reduce inflammation and improve key blood markers such as blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar levels, lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes.

✅ Hormonal Imbalances – Supports hormonal health, particularly in midlife women, to improve mood, energy, sleep, and metabolism.

✅ Chronic Inflammation – Reduces systemic inflammation, which is linked to conditions like arthritis, brain fog, and accelerated aging.

 

MUSCULOSKELETAL HEALTH PACKAGE FOR A STRONG BODY

Ideal for addressing...

✅ Loss of Bone Density & Increased Fracture Risk – Supports bone strength with targeted nutrition and lifestyle strategies to help prevent osteoporosis and reduce fracture risk.

✅ Muscle Loss & Weakness – Helps preserve and build lean muscle mass, essential for maintaining strength, balance, and overall mobility as you age.

✅ Joint Pain & Inflammation – Provides strategies to ease discomfort, reduce stiffness, and support cartilage health for smoother, pain-free movement.

✅ Stiffness & Reduced Flexibility – Encourages daily habits and gentle exercises to improve joint mobility, helping you move more freely and confidently in everyday life.

✅ Declining Posture & Body Imbalance – Focuses on core and back strength to improve posture, enhance stability, and bring your body back into better alignment.

STRUCTURAL OSTEOPATHY HEALTH PACKAGE FOR A FLEXIBLE BODY

Ideal for addressing...

✅ Joint Pain & Inflammation – Helps relieve discomfort by improving joint function, reducing inflammation, and promoting better mobility.

✅ Stiffness & Limited Flexibility – Targets muscle tension and restricted movement to restore flexibility and ease of motion.

✅ Joint & Spinal Misalignment – Supports proper alignment to reduce strain on muscles and joints, improving posture and overall function.

✅ Recurring Aches & Postural Issues – Identifies and addresses underlying imbalances that contribute to chronic pain, promoting long-term relief.

✅ Self-Care & Injury Prevention – Provides personalized exercises and movement strategies to maintain strength, prevent injuries, and support long-term musculoskeletal health.

WHY SEE A NUTRITIONIST?

HOLISTIC NUTRITIONIST

Holistic means looking at the whole person – body, mind, and lifestyle, so that you can find the root cause of health issues and feel better in a balanced, lasting way.

By choosing to work with a registered holistic nutritionist, you’re ensuring that your health journey is guided by a professional. These are some of the reasons why you’d choose a registered, holistic nutritionist:

  • Functional Medicine Health Analysis: You’ll experience relief and a sudden clarity about why your body has been struggling. With this understanding, you’ll feel inspired to take steps toward improving how your body functions.
  • Empathetic Support: Nutritionists understand your struggles and give realistic, step-by-step guidance to help you change your habits and behaviours.
  • Safe Supplement Recommendations: Nutritionists recommend professional supplements that are effective. Nutritionists cross check any interactions with any medicines you are taking.
  • Targeted Nutritional Advice: Nutritionists offer advice on which nutrients your body most needs and the best foods to eat to build up those nutrient levels.
  • Evidence-Based Recommendations: Advice grounded in scientific evidence from clinical studies, not the latest social media hype.
  • Professional Registration: Unlike unregulated online advice, registered nutritionists undergo extensive 3-4 year education and training, including supervised practice. Registered nutritionists are members of British Association for Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine (BANT) and Complementary Natural Healthcare Council (CNHC) and adhere to professional code of practice.

A holistic nutritionist trained in functional medicine looks beyond symptoms to find and address the root causes of your health issues. This approach means you get a personalised plan that supports your whole body, so you feel better, for longer.

 

How a nutritionist helps?

I don’t offer unrealistic meal plans that take ages to prepare with ingredients clients don’t like.

I help clients combine macronutrients – proteins, fats, fiber, and carbohydrates – into nourishing, satisfying meals. Each meal is thoughtfully balanced to provide the essential nutrients their body needs for better health.

My nutrition coaching helps you shift your mindset around food and nourishment, making healthy choices feel natural and sustainable. My recommendations evolve into lasting lifestyle habits, while I support, empower, and keep you accountable every step of the way.

Dawn is a wonderful caring functional medicine nutritionist. I needed someone who would have the knowledge and experience but also think outside hte box with my complicated symptoms.
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Post menopause symptoms age 60

As postmenopausal women transition further beyond theirreproductive years, it’s important to understand how the body changes and how best to maintain bone density, muscle mass and manage hormonal changes. Preserve your quality of life through lifestyle changes.

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HOW TO IMPROVE METABOLISM: 9 WAYS TO BOOST HEALTH AND LOSE WEIGHT

Learn proven ways to improve metabolism, minimise weight gain, have better energy and help prevent the cascade of metabolic health issues, associated with poor metabolic health. 

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Menopause Joint Pain – 8 Management Strategies

Joint aches and muscle pains are commonplace through menopause. To address this, a whole-person approach is needed, combining the structural osteopathic approach with the benefits of optimised nutrition.

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  • I just wanted to provide some feedback after completing the “Rejuvenate Your Joints Course” with Dawn Rowland. First of all, I was struck with how friendly and caring the course felt,... read more

    Lucy Osborne-Kirby Avatar Lucy Osborne-Kirby
    June 17, 2024

    Dawn was so informative and helpful when our young son was displaying symptoms of a gluten intolerance. She explained the science behind what might be happening, and guided us with... read more

    Claire Fuller Avatar Claire Fuller
    June 17, 2023

    Dawn is a really helpful person in so many ways. About six years ago we worked on a nutrition and training plan for a long charity bike ride I... read more

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    June 17, 2023
  • Dawn is a very experienced osteopath, nutritionist and analyst, identifying client's needs and using a gentle manner and huge knowledge to inspire client confidence. Dawn has taught me in depth... read more

    Martyn Matthews Avatar Martyn Matthews
    June 17, 2023

    Dawn is fantastic. She is very knowledgeable, finds the root cause and gives lots of exercises so I can help myself heal. Fantastic friendly service, thanks Dawn x

    Sarah Craddock Avatar Sarah Craddock
    June 17, 2023

    I can highly recommend Dawn Rowlands ‘Rejuvenate your Joints Course’. When I signed up to the course I was lacking in energy and wanted to feel revitalised and fitter to be... read more

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    June 17, 2024
  • Dawn has a beautiful treatment room which is like a little oasis of calm. She has helped me enormously with a recurring back problem. She has a wonderful approach of listening,... read more

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    June 17, 2023

    Mrs Dawn Rowland is knowledgeable, friendly and helpful and I would not hesitate to recommend her.

    Tony Heayn Avatar Tony Heayn
    June 17, 2023

    With Dawn's expert knowledge and kind ways I was able to turn my health around and find a way of living that supports me in the most optimal way. ... read more

    Rachel Smith Avatar Rachel Smith
    June 17, 2023
  • I found Dawn’s “Rejuvenate Your Joints” course enormously helpful and interesting. Its set up is equally useful whether you’re looking for some huge changes in your exercise, nutrition and rest,... read more

    Jacqui Kircher Avatar Jacqui Kircher
    August 17, 2024

    Dawn is a very knowledgeable and experienced osteopath who treats the whole patient and not just the specific injury she is treating. I have known her for some 15 years... read more

    Edward Wilson Avatar Edward Wilson
    June 17, 2024

    I worked with Dawn through several health issues including Candida and menopausal difficulties. Dawn is extremely thorough and works in a holistic way, ensuring that she understands life history as... read more

    Christine Robinson Avatar Christine Robinson
    June 17, 2023
  • Dawn provides an expert personalised service. She is professional, punctual, attentive to detail and above all warm and caring. I look forward to my physiotherapy and consulting sessions and always... read more

    Stephen Flavin Avatar Stephen Flavin
    June 17, 2023

    Dawn has helped me manage a back problem with exercises and massage, even providing me with a bespoke exercise video. A very relaxing and calming experience at her treatment room.... read more

    Pamela Griffiths Avatar Pamela Griffiths
    June 17, 2024

    Dawn has treated me for both back problems and chronic migraine in the past. Both of which she helped immensely. Dawn is a personable, friendly and very caring individual. ... read more

    Mark Daly Avatar Mark Daly
    June 17, 2023
  • I signed up to Dawn's 'Rejuvenate your Joints' course as I was keen to learn more about how to prevent aches and pains as I aged and how to maintain... read more

    Nicola Hurst Avatar Nicola Hurst
    June 17, 2024

    I’ve been seeing Dawn over a number of years. No matter how often I damage myself she is always able to ‘mend me’! My knees, hips and back can’t imagine... read more

    Joy Manton Avatar Joy Manton
    June 17, 2024

    I have a wonderful experience with Ms Dawn Rowland that she cure my back pain with her magical hands and expert advice on doing exercises.My gratitude for her excellent treatment... read more

    Chin Hi Chan Avatar Chin Hi Chan
    January 1, 1970
  • My family and I have been receiving osteopathic treatment from Dawn Rowland for about 25 years. Dawn is an excellent osteopath; careful, thoughtful and has helped me to live... read more

    John Avatar John
    January 1, 1970

    Dawn is wonderful and caring functional medicine nutritionist. I needed someone who would have the knowledge and experience but also think outside the box with my complicated conditions. Dawn goes... read more

    Rachel Shorland Avatar Rachel Shorland
    June 17, 2023

    Dawn combines professionalism with a genuine warmth and friendliness that makes you feel calm, reassured, and in good hands throughout the treatment. Most importantly, she really knows what she is... read more

    stephanie mace Avatar stephanie mace
    July 17, 2024
  • Thank you Dawn for all your support and knowledge, none of this I could have done without you! It’s been over 10 years suffering with ibs and now I’ve no... read more

    Victoria Rich Avatar Victoria Rich
    June 17, 2023

    Dawn has been looking after me for a good number of years now and has helped me greatly with her treatment and advice, including excellent exercise plans ..

    Sparkg Sparks Avatar Sparkg Sparks
    June 17, 2023

    In short Dawn's program is amazing. I love it. Simple, easy to understand and follow and has all the elements to help to create my OWN long lasting healthy habits... read more

    Szofia Salako Avatar Szofia Salako
    June 17, 2024
  • Holistic, scientific and effective! I couldn’t recommend Dawn more highly! Dawn has been an utterly professional nutritionist and helped me profoundly on my journey to wards a healthy gut. Dawn’s... read more

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    June 17, 2024
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common misconceptions

Weight Gain During Menopause Is Inevitable

This is simply not true. While hormonal shifts can make it common to gain weight, the right nutrition, movement, and lifestyle strategies can help you maintain a healthy metabolism and weight. You can feel strong, energised, and in control of your body. It’s never too late to make improvements.

To find out more, read my blog, “How to improve metabolism.”

Calcium Supplements Prevent Bone Loss

While calcium is important for bone health, it’s only one piece of the puzzle. Strong bones need a combination of key nutrients like vitamin D, magnesium, and vitamin K2, along with consistent weight-bearing exercise and a well-balanced diet. You can take action to protect your bones at any age – building strength, stability, and confidence in your movement.

To find out more, read my blog, “Early Warning Signs of Osteoporosis”

Supplements Can Replace a Poor Diet

No supplement can match the power of real, whole foods. While they can fill gaps, they can’t provide the full range of nutrients, fiber, and antioxidants your body needs to thrive. Whole foods are complex structures where nutrients interact in ways that enhance their absorption and health benefits. Supplements should enhance your nutrition, not replace it.

To find out more, read my blog, “Healthy Eating Week”.

Aches, pains and loss of strength are an inevitable part of getting

Getting older doesn’t mean you have to accept constant aches, stiffness, or weakness. While changes occur with age, the right nutrition, movement, and self-care can keep your joints resilient, your muscles strong, and your body feeling energised. You can stay active, mobile, and pain-free well into later life.

To find out more, read my blog, “Aches and Pains of Ageing”.

You Just Need to Eat Less to Lose Weight

Weight loss isn’t just about eating less, it’s about eating right. Simply cutting calories can slow your metabolism, leave you feeling fatigued, and increase cravings and unhealthy food choices. Instead, focusing on nutrient-dense, balanced meals helps regulate hunger, support energy levels, and keep your body functioning at its best. Sustainable weight management isn’t about restriction, it’s about nourishment!

To find out more, read my blog, “10 Anti-ageing foods”.

Joint Pain Means You Should Rest More

While rest is important during flare-ups, avoiding movement altogether can actually make joint pain worse. I recommend gentle, regular movement to keep joints lubricated, strengthen the muscles that support them, and reduce stiffness over time. The key is finding the right balance of non-weight-bearing, low-impact exercises, stretching, and targeted strength exercises to help you move with less pain and more confidence.

Download my free guide “from floppy to firm”, for some simple strength-building exercises