Barbara Zukowska is a fully qualified Nutritional Therapist holding a Diploma in Nutritional Science and Therapeutics from Crossfields Institute, and a certified Nutritional & Lifestyle Coach with a Diploma from the Institute of Health Sciences. She is a registered member of the Nutritional Therapists of Ireland (NTOI) and adheres to its ethical and professional practice standards.

Barbara’s practice is grounded in the functional medicine approach, which explores how diet, lifestyle, genetics, and environmental factors interact to influence overall health. She is particularly interested in the connection between nutrition, the brain, and inflammation, and she specialises in supporting individuals affected by brain inflammationand its related symptoms such as mood changes, fatigue, and cognitive difficulties.

Her clinical focus includes supporting clients with:

•⁠  ⁠Depression and anxiety

•⁠  ⁠Eating disorders

•⁠  ⁠ADHD and ASD

•⁠  ⁠IBS / IBD and other digestive disorders

•⁠  ⁠Thyroid disorders

•⁠  ⁠Hormonal imbalances

•⁠  ⁠Chronic stress and fatigue

•⁠  ⁠Long COVID

•⁠  ⁠Chronic pain

•⁠  ⁠Obesity and metabolic issues

•⁠  ⁠Brain inflammation and neuroinflammatory conditions

Barbara works with adults and adolescents (16+) and collaborates closely with other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic and integrated approach to care.

Her services include comprehensive nutritional assessments, personalised dietary and lifestyle plans, supplement and nutraceutical guidance, and structured follow-up support. She aims to empower clients through education, motivation, and practical strategies to achieve sustainable improvements in both physical and mental health.