Juan Lainez, The Vitamins Nutritionist
How and why I became a Nutritional Therapist. This is my story. I moved from Spain to London with a background in journalism, nowhere near the world of health and nutrition, in 2010. Becoming a Nutritional Therapist wasn’t something I had planned, but sometimes life takes you in a completely unexpected and meaningful direction.
Soon after arriving in the UK, I started working for a large health company that specialised in nutritional supplements. They offered training on vitamins, nutrition and healthy living—and something just clicked. What began as curiosity quickly turned into a deep interest. I was fascinated by how nutrients can support the body and improve how people feel, both physically and mentally.
That growing passion led me to retrain as a Nutritional Therapist at the College of Naturopathic Medicine (CNM) in London, qualifying in 2017. Later, I completed a BSc (Hons) in Nutritional Therapy through the University of Portsmouth and the Institute for Optimum Nutrition (ION), from 2021 to 2023.
Since I qualified as a Nutritional Therapist in 2017, I have worked with a wide range of clients—each with their own story, goals, and challenges. Over time, I noticed recurring patterns: low immunity, poor sleep, high stress and digestive issues. These common concerns helped shape the focus of my practice and inspired the creation of my signature nutrition programmes.
At some point, clients started calling me “The Vitamins Nutritionist” and the name stuck. It reflects my approach: combining personalised nutrition advice with carefully selected supplements to support the body’s natural healing process.
My journalism background still plays a big part in what I do. I enjoy turning complex health concepts into practical, easy-to-understand guidance—whether I’m working one-to-one, writing articles, sharing tips online or speaking on podcasts.
My mission is simple
To help you strengthen your immune system, sleep better, reduce stress and restore healthy digestion. It’s time to feel better – every day, from the inside out.
