The Team

Raquel Britzke, RD, BSc, PG, PT

Raquel is a seasoned Registered Dietitian, Sports Nutritionist, and Certified Personal Trainer, dedicating her career to guiding clients through weight loss, fitness enhancement, and muscle mass gain. She completed her studies at the prestigious Unicentro in Brazil before relocating to the UK in 2009, where she furthered her education with a Post-Graduate degree in Sports Nutrition under the auspices of the International Olympics Committee. Raquel's ambition goes beyond merely altering diets; she is driven by a passion to transform lives profoundly.

Languages: English, Portuguese, Spanish

Lucia Braz, MSc, PhD

Lucia Braz, with a PhD in Nutrition and Gut Health from Imperial College London, focuses her expertise on Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and gut health. As a Registered Dietitian and a member of the British Dietetic Association (BDA), she has cultivated a deep interest in areas such as gut health, diabetes, metabolism, appetite regulation, and weight management. Lucia's professional journey took a significant turn in 2014 when she joined the Department of Metabolic Medicine at Imperial College London as a Research Associate. This role allowed her to explore the effects of various diets on appetite control and weight management through rigorous clinical trials, enriching her understanding of human metabolism. Lucia combines her extensive knowledge with confidence and ambition in her practice, providing private nutritional counseling aimed at enhancing overall health and addressing a broad spectrum of nutritional concerns.

Languages: English, Portuguese

Giovanna Zanelli, MSc

Languages: English, Portuguese

Robertta Melo, BSc, PG

Robertta, with her BSc in Nutrition and a Postgraduate Degree in Obesity and Weight Loss, has spent nearly two decades as a Specialist Nutritionist dedicated to comprehensive health and nutrition. She is widely recognised for her motivational skills, offering personalised services to address obesity, diabetes, and other conditions with a strong emphasis on empathy and building trust. Her methodical approach is tailored to instigate enduring positive lifestyle changes in her patients, steering them toward optimal health.

Language: Portuguese

Giovana Aichinger, BSc, PG 

Giovana, with nearly a decade of experience as a dietitian, specialises in Functional Nutrition, Sports Nutrition, and Gut Health. Her broad expertise encompasses weight management, gut health, women’s health, diabetes control, and the management of food intolerances. Integrating empathy with professionalism, Giovana provides personalised nutritional guidance that is scientifically informed and considerate of each individual’s unique needs and circumstances. Her primary aim is to illustrate that a quality of life can be enhanced through a diet that is both balanced and flexible, promoting a holistic approach to nutrition and overall wellbeing.

Language: Portuguese

Rejane Britzke, Clinic Manager

Rejane Britzke, with her multifaceted background as a health coach and Pharmacist, graduated from Paranaense University in 2011. Following her graduation, she furthered her education with a specialization in Industrial and Physical Pharmacy and Cosmetic Sciences in 2012. Rejane's career in Brazil saw her excel as a Senior Pharmacist in both a pharmacy and laboratory setting.

Currently, Rejane plays a pivotal role at Britzke Nutrition as the Clinic Manager. In this capacity, she not only supports clients with their nutritional needs but also oversees the practice's operations. Her responsibilities include managing the clinic's diary, coordinating staff schedules, and organizing a variety of administrative tasks. Furthermore, Rejane is instrumental in conducting food intolerance assessments and other diagnostic tests, ensuring that clients receive comprehensive support and care under her management at Britzke Nutrition.