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.

Kourgia Vasiliki is a Dietitian - Nutritionist and operates the dietary office "Diet for you" in Neo Iraklio. She studied in the Department of Nutrition & Dietetics at A.T.E.I Sitias, specializing in Eating Disorders at the postgraduate level. She has collaborated with the Central Clinic of Athens, with the obesity team of surgeon Mr. Grigoropoulos, and works systematically as a nutrition consultant in gyms and aesthetic centers. She has participated in various informative programs on state and private television as well as radio productions. Her articles have been published in magazines such as Vita, Armonia, as well as on several websites. In September 2014, she participated in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation program in remote areas involving anthropometric measurements in adults and children and providing information on promoting healthy nutrition for adults and children. She has taken part in various talks and conferences as a speaker on topics related to nutritional behaviors of adults and children, childhood obesity, and people with osteoporosis issues. She has attended various seminars on nutrition topics and conferences concerning new developments in nutrition and obesity. Her continuing education is ongoing through conferences and seminars on nutrition and psychology.

Draganidaki Loukia is a Registered Dietitian - Nutritionist with a professional practice license and has maintained a private practice near Pedion tou Areos since 2016. She graduated from the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at the Alexander Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki. In 2017, she completed postgraduate studies at the University of the Aegean in the field of Life Coaching & Mentoring. She holds a specialization in Eating Disorders and Childhood Obesity from the National Center for Eating Disorders in the United Kingdom and has received clinical nutrition training at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, she is a member of the Hellenic Dietetic Association and an external collaborator of the Hellenic Society for Multiple Sclerosis. Furthermore, she continuously participates in seminars and conferences to stay informed about developments in her field.

Mandilari Ioanna is a Dietitian – Nutritionist specializing in Holistic Nutrition and maintains a private practice in Kalamata. She graduated from the Department of Nutrition & Dietetics at the International Hellenic University, based in Thessaloniki. Subsequently, she completed a two-year postgraduate training in Holistic Nutrition at CSNN in Toronto, which provided her with a new perspective on Nutritional Assessment.

She has developed a particular interest in the role of the gut microbiome in hormone regulation and is certified in the Irritable Bowel Syndrome (low FODMAP) Diet by Monash University in Melbourne.

She has completed various continuing education programs related to the management of Diabetes Mellitus and Maternal-Child Nutrition, such as “Diabetes Mellitus – From Theory to Practice” from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, “Early Nutrition Specialist” from the University of Munich, and “Programming for Infant and Young Child Feeding” in collaboration with Cornell University, New York.

She contributes articles to print and online media on topics related to mindful eating, weight loss, and perinatal nutrition. She is a scientific collaborator of the magazines Shape and LoveYourselfMagazine, as well as the websites Thriveglobal and Clickatlife.

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.

Mosxou Eleni is a Dietitian - Nutritionist with a professional practice license and operates a private office in Pallini. She holds a degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from the International Hellenic University. She has earned the title of Master Practitioner in Eating Disorders and Obesity under the auspices of the National Centre for Eating Disorders in the United Kingdom. She specializes in modifying dietary behaviors through lifestyle habit changes in both adults and children, and develops personalized nutrition programs for weight modification, pathological cases, and athletes. She participates in numerous seminars and conferences to stay continuously updated on advancements in the field and delivers lectures at municipalities, schools, childcare institutions, and sports clubs, as well as interviews on television and YouTube on the topic of nutrition. Finally, she is a member of the Hellenic Dietitians - Nutritionists Association and the Panhellenic Association of Dietitians - Nutritionists.

Isaakidis Akritas - NutriOn is a Dietitian - Nutritionist with a private practice in Neapoli, Thessaloniki. He holds a degree from the International Hellenic University in Thessaloniki, specializing in Sports Nutritional Guidance from the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Through concurrent practical training abroad and in hospitals, as well as attending seminars and conferences, he has gained extensive experience and education as a nutrition professional. We focus on a Healthy Lifestyle, and therefore, we invite you to become a member of the "NutriOn" family! Let us start with the goal of changing dietary habits, taking into account your individual needs and analyzing your body composition (fat, muscle mass)! We will develop a personalized nutrition program tailored to your specific needs, fully covering you and providing all the nutrients necessary for your body to function properly! Whatever your nutritional goal is, we have the solution and tools to achieve it!

Siatitsa Evita MSc is a Clinical Dietitian - Nutritionist and runs the private practice Nutriζην in Thessaloniki. She holds a degree from the Department of Dietetics - Nutrition of Harokopio University of Athens and completed a two-year postgraduate specialization in Clinical Dietetics at the same University. In addition to her private practice, she has been a contributor to the Mednutrition online portal for the past 3 years. Previously, she served as a Sports Nutrition Consultant for the Melissia Basketball Athletic Club and was a Scientific Collaborator for many years in European research projects at Harokopio University of Athens. Furthermore, it is worth noting that she completed her practical training at major hospitals in Athens, including the General Hospital "Tzaneio" and "G. Gennimatas," the Children's Hospital "Agia Sofia," the General Hospital of Thoracic Diseases "Sotiria," and the KAT Hospital. Finally, in her practice, she provides high-quality nutrition services, respecting individual particularities, daily routines, and personal preferences to develop nutrition programs that best meet each individual's needs.

H Αμπαρά Μιχαέλα είναι Διαιτολόγος - Διατροφολόγος και πραγματοποιεί onine συνεδρίες.

Είναι απόφοιτη του τμήματος Διατροφής και Διαιτολογίας του Διεθνούς Πανεπιστημίου Ελλάδος και έχει πραγματοποιήσει την μετεκπαίδευσή της στην Κλινική Διατροφή στο Εθνικό και Καποδιαστριακό Πανεπιστήμιο Αθηνών.Επίσης, κατέχει το δίπλωμα εκπαίδευσης στις Διατροφικές Διαταραχές και Παχυσαρκία από το Εθνικό Κέντρο Διατροφικών Διαταραχών της Μεγάλης βρετανίας.

Ξεκίνησε τα πρώτα της επαγγελματικά βήματα στον χώρο της διατροφής ως ασκούμενη και μετέπειτα ως εργαζόμενη στο Διαιτολογικό γραφείο του πρόεδρου της Ένωσης Διαιτολόγων Διατροφολόγων Ελλάδος. Οι γνώσεις που αποκόμισε ήταν πολύτιμες, καθώς ήρθε αντιμέτωπη με πληθώρα περιστατικών, όπως κλινικά περιστατικά, περιστατικά διαχείρισης βάρους, εγκύους, & θηλάζουσες!

Παράλληλα αποτέλεσε αποκλειστικός εξωτερικός συνεργάτης της αλυσίδας γυμναστήριων Top Fitness & UCHU, στην Θεσσαλονίκη. Αυτή η εμπειρία της, την έκανε να κατανοήσει σε βάθος τις διατροφικές ανάγκες ενός αθλούμενου.

Επίσης, αποτελεί μέλος της επιστημονικής ομάδας του πολυιατρείου Polyiasis, στον Πολύγυρο Χαλκιδικής, όπου συμμετέχει ενεργά στη διεπιστημονική προσέγγιση των περιστατικών. Στο πλαίσιο αυτό συνεργάζεται στενά με ιατρούς διαφόρων ειδικοτήτων,με στόχο την ολοκληρωμένη, ολιστική και εξατομικευμένη φροντίδα των ασθενών.

Ακόμη, συμμετέχει ενεργά στο πρόγραμμα υποστήριξης ασθενών Obesity, το οποίο υλοποιείται από τη φαρμακευτική εταιρεία Novo Nordisk σε συνεργασία με τη Bioaxis. Το πρόγραμμα απευθύνεται σε ασθενείς που λαμβάνουν τα εγκεκριμένα φαρμακευτικά σκευάσματα Saxenda ή Wegovy, προσφέροντας καθοδήγηση, παρακολούθηση και εξατομικευμένη υποστήριξη για την ασφαλή και αποτελεσματική διαχείριση της θεραπείας.

Τέλος, αρθρογραφεί για την μεγαλύτερη ιστοσελίδα WELLNESS στην Ελλάδα, την Fitness Motivation Ellas.

Papavasileiou Viky is a Dietitian - Nutritionist and maintains a private practice in Pefki. She holds a degree in Nutrition and Dietetics from the University of Firenze in Italy and has extensive experience in diseases and conditions related to nutrition, as well as with groups with special nutritional needs. She has professional experience, having worked in numerous hospital institutions and institutes in Greece and Italy. She consistently follows developments in dietetics by participating in conferences and workshops. Finally, she is a member of the Hellenic Dietitians - Nutritionists Association, the Italian Dietitians - Nutritionists Association, as well as the Hellenic Medical Society for Obesity.

Hack My Diet By Dr Lamprinou Xristina - Polina Kai Synergates is based in Kallithea. Both Dr. Lamprinou Xristina - Polina and her associates are graduates in Dietetics and Nutrition from the Department of Dietetics and Nutrition Science at Harokopio University of Athens. Dr. Lamprinou completed a postgraduate program in "Clinical Nutrition" at the same University and holds a PhD. She is also a scientific collaborator at Harokopio University of Athens. Additionally, she is a contributing author and scientific collaborator for Mednutrition, participating in the working group focused on childhood obesity. Furthermore, she is actively involved in research projects on personalized nutrition and the prevention of chronic diseases such as diabetes mellitus. Moreover, she contributes to the authorship of scientific publications (>60) in reputable scientific journals on topics of dietetics and nutrition and serves as a speaker at seminars and conferences for both the general public and the scientific community. Finally, she is a member of the Hellenic Association of Dietitians - Nutritionists and the Panhellenic Association of Dietitians - Nutritionists.

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.

Thanopoulou Nikoli is a Clinical Dietitian with a private practice located in Syntagma. She holds a Master's degree in Clinical Nutrition and has over ten years of experience in the field of nutrition and health. With a primary focus on successful nutritional guidance and scientifically substantiated support, she assists in the adoption of new dietary habits. She aims to improve the daily dietary routine, promoting physical, mental, and emotional health. She specializes in supporting women during the perimenopausal, menopausal, pregnancy, and lactation periods, clinical nutrition, ADHD, and nutrition coaching.

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.

Lampros Kontogiannis is a Dietitian - Nutritionist - Pediatric Nutritionist - Metabolism Specialist and operates a private dietetic office: "Scientific Metabolism Center" in Sepolia, next to the Attiki metro station. He holds a degree from the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at the Higher Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki. In 1997, he moved to the United Kingdom, where he attended specialized seminars at the Department of Clinical Psychology, "Eating Disorder," with a project titled “Anorexia Nervosa” at the private British College "British College." Simultaneously, he participated in a postgraduate program specializing in Counseling and Integrative Psychotherapy, MSc in "Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy" at the University of Derby. Currently, he has completed his specialization in systemic family therapy and couples therapy. He expanded his studies in childhood obesity at the Agia Sophia Children's Hospital - Panagiotis & Aglaia Kyriakou and, as a pediatric dietitian, participated in a four-year research study by the World Health Organization, under the auspices of the Ministry of Education in 2011, undertaking the study and documentation of anthropometric data of children from various primary schools in Athens to produce results related to childhood obesity in Greece. Subsequently, he completed the pediatric dietetics program and earned the title of Master Nutritionist in Pediatric Nutrition. He has been trained in quality control and taste evaluation and apprenticed under a specialized Tibetan teacher, knowledgeable in Tibetan medicine, focusing on neuropathy and chiropractic. Finally, the dietitian-nutritionist combines two disciplines, offering a holistic approach and solution by investigating psychological, physical, and spiritual factors, providing a comprehensive assessment and advice tailored to the individual needs of each patient.

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.

Marilena Petrakou is a Dietitian-Nutritionist who maintains a private practice in Keratsini. She holds a degree from the School of Dietetics and Nutrition of the Technological Educational Institute of Crete. As part of her continuing education, she completed a Personalized Nutrition Training Seminar at the Metropolitan College of Athens, as well as Clinical Nutrition studies at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. Additionally, she worked as a Nutritionist during her internship at the General Hospital of Piraeus "Tzaneio." Notably, she is specialized in Clinical Dietetics, Nutritional Counseling, and the management of Metabolism and Obesity. Furthermore, she has attended training seminars on the nutritional management of intestinal diseases (irritable bowel syndrome, celiac disease) and contributes articles as an external scientific collaborator to the leading nutrition and health portal MedNutrition, the largest nutrition and fitness website Fitness Motivation Hellas, and the site Monopoli.gr.

Maria Aggeli is a dietitian-nutritionist, graduate of the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at the Technological Educational Institute of Thessaly.

She completed her internship in the Dietetics-Nutrition department at the General Hospital of Athens "Korgialeneio-Benakeio," where she was trained in counseling, education, and nutritional support of patients.

She participated in the study "Macronutrient content and food exchanges for 48 Greek Mediterranean dishes," which was published in the scientific journal "Nutrition & Dietetics: the journal of the Dietitians Association of Australia."

As part of lifelong learning, she attended seminars related to the latest scientific data on nutrition as well as specialized training programs, such as the Clinical Nutrition program at the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, the "Master Practitioner in Eating Disorders and Obesity" at the Center for Education and Treatment of Eating Disorders (K.E.A.D.D), and the "Counseling and Communication Skills for Dietitians" and "Beyond the Limits of Dieting" programs at the Center for Mental Applications (KE.PSY.EF.), aiming for a holistic approach to each individual.

Additionally, she worked in a pharmacy for six years, which gave her the opportunity to work closely with individuals experiencing health issues related to nutrition, such as hypertension, dyslipidemia, elevated uric acid, diabetes mellitus, gastroesophageal reflux disease, among others.

Finally, she is a member of the Hellenic Dietitians-Nutritionists Association (HDNA) and, holding a professional license, she works as a freelancer in Keratea, Attica.