Dietitians - Nutritionists

Tsiakla Xara is a Dietitian-Nutritionist practicing privately in Ampelokipoi, Attica. She graduated from the Department of "Nutrition Science and Dietetics" at Harokopio University. She holds a Master's degree in "Applied Dietetics" with a specialization in Clinical Nutrition and expertise in Eating Disorders and Obesity from KEADD, awarded by the same educational institution. Additionally, she has certified training in "Cognitive Behavioral Therapy" from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens and "Training in Psychological Science" from the University of the Aegean. She has attended numerous nutrition conferences both in-person and online, covering a wide range of topics. Furthermore, she has collaborated with a medical aesthetics center and has managed numerous cases involving weight loss and nutritional education. Finally, for several years, she worked in the specialized nutrition products industry, gaining significant experience in clinical conditions such as cancer, inflammatory bowel diseases, and enteral nutrition.

Konstantinos Gonidakis is a Dietitian - Nutritionist and operates a dietetic office in Anoixi, Attica.

From his early years through early adulthood, obesity was a daily challenge. Thoughts and concerns about nutrition and weight management have always been part of his personal journey. In 2016, at the age of 19, he achieved a decisive change by reaching his goal of weight loss and health improvement. This experience marked a turning point and served as the primary motivation for his subsequent involvement in the science of nutrition. Initially, he studied in the Department of Communication at Panteion University, graduating in 2020. That same year, he decided to pursue a professional career in Dietetics - Nutrition. In 2024, he completed his studies at Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh, while from 2023 he had already started his professional activity in clinical nutrition. His practical training was conducted at the Medical Center of Athens. Today, having obtained his professional license from the Region of Attica and being a member of the Association of Dietitians - Nutritionists of Greece, he collaborates with the Nutrimed network of dietetic offices and Dr. Kyriakos Reppas, while also maintaining his private dietetic practice in Anoixi, Attica.

Donta Marialena BSc, MSc is a Dietitian - Nutritionist and conducts online sessions. Her professional journey began with her studies at Harokopio University of Athens, where she acquired fundamental knowledge in the science of Nutrition and Dietetics. Through her academic path, she developed a profound passion for the health sector and subsequently specialized in Clinical Nutrition, completing her postgraduate studies at the same educational institution. During her professional career, she has been trained in managing nutrition-related conditions through practical experience at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens and in a private dietetic office. She later collaborated with the gym chain Alterlife and currently works as a freelancer, practicing the profession she loves. Simultaneously, she collaborates with physicians, dietitians, and fitness trainers to provide a holistic and interdisciplinary approach in working with her clients. Specifically, she works with the online platform e-diet of the dietetic office "Thermida" as well as with the online platform Serharis Fitness, which offers online fitness and nutrition services. Nutrition is not a strict diet but a way to care for the body and human health. Her goal is to help each individual develop a balanced relationship with food through practical and realistic dietary choices that fit their lifestyle. In collaboration with each client, emphasis is always placed on personalization, taking into account medical history, daily habits, needs, and personal goals. Together, you will create a nutritional plan that is applicable, flexible, and sustainable, always guided by sound scientific principles. Nutrition can become our best ally for good health, well-being, and balance!

Kintis Spyridon is a Dietitian - Nutritionist and maintains a private practice in Patras. He holds a degree in Dietetics - Nutrition from the Higher Technological Educational Institution of Crete (Siteia branch). Mr. Kintis is the head Dietitian - Nutritionist at the basketball academy of the Panachaiki team and an external collaborator at Olympion Hospital - General Clinic of Patras. In his private practice, he provides specialized nutrition programs tailored to individual needs and manages a variety of conditions, such as anorexia - bulimia, gastroenterological problems, and gestational diabetes. Additionally, the practice is fully equipped and features the Tanita MC780 body composition analyzer, which performs precise body measurements and analyses (fat mass, total body water measurement, differentiation between intracellular and extracellular fluid, fluid retention, etc.). Finally, he is a member of the Hellenic Dietitians - Nutritionists Association.

Vlaxos Thomas is a Dietitian-Sports Nutritionist based in Pallini. He is a top graduate of the Dietetics department at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, Scotland, and holds a master's degree in "Applied Sports and Exercise Nutrition" from Oxford Brookes University, Oxford. He has obtained anthropometry certification from ISAK GLOBAL, certification as an anti-doping advisor from the UKAD organization in England, holds the title of Master Practitioner in Eating Disorders and Obesity under the auspices of the National Centre for Eating Disorders (NCfED) in the UK, and has been trained in Life and Executive Coaching. He has a record of publications, lectures, and presentations at scientific conferences and continuously updates his knowledge of advancements in the field of nutrition by participating in relevant seminars and conferences held both in Greece and abroad. He contributes articles to reputable Greek websites related to exercise and nutrition and delivers lectures in municipalities, schools, children's institutions focused on nutrition, and sports clubs aimed at maximizing athletic performance. On a daily basis, he helps both adults and children adopt a healthier lifestyle without deprivation through modification of dietary behavior, thereby contributing to the reduction of the risk of various diseases, as well as assisting athletes through optimal sports nutrition to enhance their athletic performance.

Konstantelos Antonios MSc is a Clinical Dietitian - Nutritionist with a professional practice license, offering home visits as well as maintaining a private office in Ampelokipoi. He holds a degree from the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics of the Alexander Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki and a postgraduate diploma (MSc) in Clinical - Medical Nutrition from the Medical School of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki. He is a member of the European Society for Clinical Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition (ESPEN) and regularly attends continuing education seminars for obtaining the Clinical Nutrition diploma. He is certified in dietary management of individuals with Irritable Bowel Syndrome. He works as an external collaborator at the private Mediterraneo Clinic, managing a large number of clinical cases, providing nutritional support to patients in the Dialysis Unit and Intensive Care Unit (ICU). He has also worked in private dietetic offices and in the Holmes Place chain of gyms. He specializes in modifying dietary behaviors through lifestyle changes in adults and managing clinical cases (Type 1 & 2 Diabetes Mellitus, Hypercholesterolemia, Gastrointestinal Diseases (Crohn’s Disease & Ulcerative Colitis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome), Cancer patients, Kidney Disease), as well as providing nutritional support to patients with artificial feeding methods - gastrostomy, nasogastric tube (Levin), and parenteral nutrition. He offers specialized solutions tailored to individual needs. Finally, he is a member of the Hellenic Dietitians - Nutritionists Association and the Clinical Nutrition Specialists Group of the Panhellenic Association of Dietitians - Nutritionists of Greece.

Lamprakos Dimitris is a Dietitian - Nutritionist who operates his private practice in Peristeri, Nea Zoi. He holds a degree in dietetics from Canterbury Christ Church University and a master's diploma titled "Exercise & Nutrition" from Maastricht University. His specialization, combined with his interest in sports, enables him to assist athletes and exercisers in improving their performance and achieving their goals through properly structured nutrition. Simultaneously, his practice in two hospitals (Attikon University General Hospital & Elena Venizelou General Hospital) as well as his work as a private practitioner and dietitian in an aesthetic center have provided him with knowledge and experience in the clinical nutrition field. His participation in a pediatric nutrition seminar and his involvement with both minor athletes and non-athletes qualify him to handle cases involving young patients. His knowledge is always up to date, as he enjoys reading scientific articles related to both sports and nutritional science.

Η Αρετή Δήμητρα Παινέση είναι Διαιτολόγος – Διατροφολόγος και εδρεύει στο Χαλάνδρι, πτυχιούχος του Τμήματος Διατροφής και Επιστήμης Τροφίμων από το Πανεπιστήμιο του Reading του Ηνωμένου Βασιλείου, και κάτοχος δύο μεταπτυχιακών τίτλων (MSc Med Sci): στην Κλινική Διατροφή από το Πανεπιστήμιο της Γλασκώβης και στον Σακχαρώδη Διαβήτη & την Παχυσαρκία από την Ιατρική Σχολή Αθηνών.

Είναι επί σειρά ετών επιστημονική συνεργάτιδα στο ΙΑΣΩ Παίδων, όπου ασχολείται με τη διατροφική υποστήριξη παιδιών και εφήβων, τόσο για την απώλεια βάρους, όσο και για τη διαχείριση κλινικών περιστατικών, όπως αλλεργίες, δυστροφία και άλλες διατροφικές ή ιατρικές καταστάσεις που απαιτούν εξειδικευμένη υποστήριξη. Παράλληλα, διαθέτει πολύχρονη εμπειρία στη διαχείριση ατόμων με νοσογόνο παχυσαρκία που έχουν υποβληθεί σε βαριατρική επέμβαση καθώς συνεργάζεται με ομάδα εξειδικευμένων χειρουργών, όπως ο Καθηγητής Χειρουργικής Λέανδρος Εμμανουήλ και η Χειρουργός Μαρία Νατούδη, συμβάλλοντας ουσιαστικά στη διατροφική τους αποκατάσταση και στη μακροχρόνια διατήρηση της απώλειας βάρους τους. 

Επίσης έχει ασχοληθεί εκτενώς με άτομα με Σακχαρώδη Διαβήτη Τύπου 1 και Τύπου 2, εγκυμονούσες με διαβήτη κύησης, καθώς και άτομα με μεταβολικές και ενδοκρινικές διαταραχές (δυσλιπιδαιμίες, παθολογικές καταστάσεις του θυρεοειδούς).

Η φιλοσοφία της βασίζεται στην εξατομικευμένη, ρεαλιστική και επιστημονικά τεκμηριωμένη προσέγγιση, με στόχο τη δημιουργία βιώσιμων συνηθειών και τη βελτίωση της σχέσης του ατόμου με τη διατροφή.

Οι συνεδρίες πραγματοποιούνται δια ζώσης ή online, με πλήρη αξιολόγηση και καθοδήγηση, πάντα με σεβασμό στις ανάγκες, το ιατρικό ιστορικό και τον τρόπο ζωής κάθε ατόμου.

Στο πλαίσιο των δια ζώσης συνεδριών, γίνεται χρήση σύγχρονου λιπομετρητή, για ακριβή ανάλυση της σύστασης σώματος (λιπώδης μάζα, μυϊκή μάζα, σωματικά υγρά), που επιτρέπει πιο στοχευμένη και αντικειμενική παρακολούθηση της προόδου.

Landis George is a clinical registered dietitian specialist in pedriatic and adolescent obesity and diabetes. After the completion of his basic honors degree on nutrition and dietetics with SRD at Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, UK, he continued his clinical training on diabetes, obesity and liver and pancreatic diseases at the Manchester Royal Infirmary NHS Trust. The last seven years he's a clinical affiliate of the First Department of pedriatic, Division of Endocrinology, Metabolism and Diabetes of Athens Medical School where he completed his three year clinical expertise master in adolescent obesity and metabolism and my MSc on Bone Metabolic Diseases. His work experience in the field of pediatric obesity research and practice includes both clinical work and designing of educational interactive platforms for the prevention of childhood obesity and metabolic syndrome of adolescents as well as the implementation of ICT interventions for chronic diseases focused mainly to diabetes mellitus. Working as a part of the team of a university clinic and especially of the Centre of Adolescent Medicine, UNESCO chair of Adolescent Health Care he had the opportunity to be the senior dietitian of the project for the study of metabolic syndrome of Greek adolescents which consisted the basis for the development of the percentiles for waist circumference values of the Greek adolescent population. Additionally, within his cooperation with the First Department of Pedriatic of Athens Medical School he have authored a number of scientific manuscripts and modules for e-learning courses on adolescent medicine and delivered a number of scientific presentations on pedriatic obesity. His scientific interest and research goal is to contribute in the development of more sustainable ICT platforms for the understanding and prevention of pedriatic/adolescent obesity and its complications to human health.

Iliana Papadopoulou is a clinical dietitian-nutritionist with ten years of experience in clinical cases, which she acquired in major hospitals in the United Kingdom. Over the past four years, she has worked exclusively in one of the largest nephrology departments at Manchester Royal Infirmary in the United Kingdom, where she managed a broad range of patients with kidney diseases, supervised, and was the responsible dietitian in dialysis centers. She is recognized as a certified dietitian meeting the requirements set by the Health and Care Professions Council of the United Kingdom and is a member of both the British and Greek Dietetic Associations. Iliana maintains a private practice in Vrilissia. Her primary focus is the nutritional assessment of patients and the provision of nutritional education and guidance by offering personalized dietary programs based on their needs using evidence-based practice. She specializes in kidney diseases and also provides services for other clinical conditions such as gastroenterological and hepatic disorders, cancer, cardiovascular diseases, eating disorders, food intolerances, nutrition across life stages, and particularly in the elderly. Her office also offers body composition analysis and bioelectrical impedance measurement using the globally recognized and accurate Tanita analyzer. Additionally, she provides the capability for immediate communication with patients through a dedicated mobile application.

Η Μαυρέλη Σοφία είναι Κλινική Διαιτολόγος  Διατροφολόγος με πολυετή εμπειρία στη διατροφή και την υγεία και διατηρεί ιδιωτικό γραφείο στην Αργυρούπολη. Είναι πτυχιούχος Διαιτολόγος - Διατροφής με εξειδίκευση στην Κλινική Διατροφή. Έχει εργαστεί ως υπεύθυνη σε Κέντρο Αποκατάστασης Παχυσαρκίας και ως μέλος διεπιστημονικών ομάδων. Παράλληλα, ολοκλήρωσε την πρακτική της στο Κέντρο Αποκατάστασης “Θησέας” στην Αττική. Έχει πραγματοποιήσει ερευνητική εργασία πάνω στη συσχέτιση άγχους, διατροφικής συμπεριφοράς και ανθρωπομετρικών χαρακτηριστικών και έχει συμμετάσχει σε συνέδρια Διαιτολογίας, Παχυσαρκίας, Ψυχολογίας, Σκελετικής Υγείας, Καρδιολογίας και Γυναικολογίας. Είναι μέλος του Πανελληνίου Συλλόγου Διαιτολόγων - Διατροφολόγων. Ειδικεύεται στη διαχείριση παχυσαρκίας ενηλίκων και εφήβων και παιδιών, στην καθοδήγηση για την επίλυση διατροφικών διαταραχών, στην καθοδήγηση για την διατροφή της εγκύου και της θηλάζουσας μητέρας, στη διατροφή για την πρόληψη και αντιμετώπιση της οστεοπενίας και οστεοπόρωσης, στη διατροφή για την προεμμηνόπαυση/εμμηνόπαυση και στη διατροφή για βελτίωση αθλητικής απόδοσης. 

Η επαγγελματική της προσέγγιση βασίζεται σε τρεις άξονες:

·  Επιστημονική γνώση:  Ενημερώνεται συνεχώς για τις νέες τάσεις και εξελίξεις στον τομέα της διατροφής μέσα από εξειδικευμένα σεμινάρια και εκπαιδευτικά προγράμματα.

·  Εξατομικευμένη φροντίδα: Κάθε άνθρωπος είναι μοναδικός και έτσι πρέπει να είναι και η προσέγγισή του. Σχεδιάζει διατροφικά πλάνα προσαρμοσμένα αποκλειστικά στις δικές σας ανάγκες.

·   Δίπλα σας με κατανόηση και φροντίδα: Πιστεύει στη δύναμη της σχέσης εμπιστοσύνης, μέσα από την οποία μπορούμε να επιτύχουμε τους στόχους σας με σταθερά και ουσιαστικά βήματα.

Τα αποτελέσματα της συνεργασίας της με ανθρώπους διαφορετικών ηλικιών, διατροφικών αναγκών και ιατρικών καταστάσεων, έχουν συμβάλλει αποτελεσματικά στη βελτίωση της υγείας, της διατροφικής συμπεριφοράς, και κυρίως, στην υιοθέτηση ενός υγιεινού τρόπου ζωής που τους προσφέρει την καλύτερη ποιότητα ζωής που θέλουν να έχουν. Η διατροφή αποτελεί ένα ισχυρό εργαλείο για τη βελτίωση της σωματικής και της ψυχικής ευεξίας. Στόχος της είναι να σας βοηθήσει να αποκτήσετε έναν υγιή, γεμάτο ενέργεια οργανισμό και ένα σώμα που ενισχύει την αυτοπεποίθησή σας και σας κάνει να νιώθετε όμορφα κάθε μέρα!

Vazaka Kely is a certified Clinical Dietitian - Nutritionist and maintains a private practice in Paleo Faliro. She completed her studies in the Department of Dietetics and Nutrition Science at Harokopio University. She continued her education in the Master's Program at Oxford University, titled "Applied Nutrition in Sports and Exercise." She firmly believes that our dietary habits are intrinsically linked to our psychology, which led her to pursue further training at the Center for Psychological Applications, in the seminar titled "Communication and Counseling Skills for Dietitians." During her internship, she worked as a Clinical Dietitian at the "Metaxa" Anticancer Hospital. Since 2021, she has worked in reputable dietetic offices. Her goal is to achieve each client's objectives through a balanced diet, personalized approach, and a healthy relationship with food!

Aggelopoulou Tzeni & Associates are Dietitian - Nutritionists specializing in Eating Disorders and maintain private offices in Alimos, Piraeus, and Galatsi. She is a graduate of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at the Alexander Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki and completed her internship at the General Hospital of Athens "Laiko". The Dietetic office provides high-level monitoring and management services for eating disorders and excess body weight. Specifically, it offers services for the development of personalized dietary plans for the treatment of obesity as well as pathological conditions such as high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, endocrine disorders (thyroid, polycystic ovary syndrome), gastrointestinal and renal diseases. Additionally, it provides nutritional support for individuals with special needs such as pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, elderly individuals, athletes, and children. Finally, specialized assessments are offered, including body fat measurement, body composition analysis, and basal metabolic rate measurement.

Makri Marina is a Dietitian - Nutritionist who maintains a private practice in the Ambelokipi area. She is a graduate of the Department of Dietetics and Nutrition Science at Harokopio University and holds a master's degree from the University of Reading, UK (MSc Nutrition and Food Science). Currently, alongside her private practice, she works in a pharmacy as a Food Supplement Specialist, specializing in medical nutrition products, dietary supplements, and vitamins. Throughout her professional career, she has worked at Alexandra Hospital and P. & A. Kyriakou Children's Hospital, and has also volunteered her services as a Dietitian - Nutritionist at the Hellenic Dietetic Association (HDA).

Xantzaridis Petros is a Military Dietitian - Nutritionist, founder and Director of the Clinical Diet dietetic office in Agia Paraskevi. He was admitted to the Veterinary Medicine Department of the Military School of Officers Corps (SSAS) in Thessaloniki and was commissioned as an Officer of the Hellenic Army in 1996, having been honored with scholarships and commendations from the State Scholarships Foundation (I.K.Y.). In 2000, he was admitted to the Department of Nutrition & Dietetics of the School of Food Technology & Nutrition at ATEI Thessaloniki and graduated in 2003, again receiving scholarships from I.K.Y. In 2009, he was selected by the Health Directorate of the General Staff of the Army as a recipient of an honorary educational scholarship in the field of Dietetics. The prestigious New York University in the United States selected him among numerous candidates from around the world and accepted him into the Graduate Program of Clinical Nutrition, from which he graduated in 2010 with a Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition, receiving favorable reviews from leading international Nutrition professors. Since 2005, he has served for several years as Director of the Dietetic Department of the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens. His daily management of clinical cases at the 401 General Military Hospital of Athens, his extensive experience, and the breadth of his studies allow him to have a comprehensive understanding of the food chain, nutritional risks, and their proper management both preventively and in clinical settings. Finally, upon requests from Harokopio University of Athens and the Department of Nutrition & Dietetics of the Technological Educational Institute of Crete, he has undertaken the training of many final-year students as part of their practical training.

Kolyviras - Tzivaniotis Stelios MMedSci is a Dietitian - Nutritionist and maintains a private practice in Glyfada. He is a graduate of the Department of Nutrition Science and Dietetics at the Hellenic Mediterranean University of Crete and holds postgraduate degrees from the Medical School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens in Pathology of Pregnancy and in Environmental Issues Management with Health Impacts. He completed his internship and worked as a Clinical Dietitian Nutritionist at IASO General Clinic. He has served as a Scientific collaborator in clinics and private medical offices, catering companies, and sports clubs as the responsible Dietitian Nutritionist. He participates in and attends seminars and conferences as part of continuous education and updating, considering it every professional's duty to stay continuously educated and informed on the latest developments in their field. Finally, he takes part in association lectures and writes articles for a range of scientific journals and websites.