Supporting Healthy Lives
with the North West Sleep Clinic
Welcome to MyDietitian. I’m Sophie, a Registered Dietitian dedicated to supporting patients in collaboration with the North West Sleep Clinic. Originally from Letterkenny, I’m especially pleased to be able to support people across Donegal and the North West.
My focus is on practical, evidence-based nutrition that encourages lasting health changes. Together, we’ll develop realistic dietary adjustments that fit your lifestyle while moving away from temporary fixes and restrictive approaches, and towards sustainable, long-term wellbeing.
Sleep and Nutrition
Sleep and nutrition are closely connected, influencing each other in significant ways. A well-balanced diet can promote restful sleep, while poor nutrition lead to sleep disturbances. Certain foods and nutrients, such magnesium and tryptophan, can enhance sleep quality help the body relax. Understanding this link allows us to make healthier that support both our nutritional needs and our sleep health.
How I can support you
Weight management
I can support you with weight management in a balanced and compassionate way.
If weight loss has been recommended to support your health, I can help you work towards this without extreme dieting or cutting out the foods you enjoy.
Even a small amount of weight loss can have significant health benefits, and together we can focus on realistic steps that feel achievable and sustainable.
My aim is to help you build habits that support your long-term health, rather than relying on short-term fixes.
Dietary changes for health conditions
If you have been advised to make changes to your diet to support a health condition, I can help you do this in a way that feels manageable and not overwhelming.
This may include helping you to:
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make practical food swaps
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find suitable alternatives to foods you may need to reduce or avoid
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improve the overall balance of your diet
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avoid unnecessary restriction
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reduce the risk of nutrient deficiencies
My goal is to help you make changes that support your health while still allowing food to feel enjoyable, flexible, and nourishing.
Nutrition and sleep support
Sleep and nutrition are more connected than many people realise.
I can help you explore dietary and lifestyle habits that may support better sleep and improved sleep quality. This may include looking at:
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how balanced your diet is overall
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whether you are eating regularly throughout the day
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meal timing
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whether certain habits may be impacting sleep
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nutrients that support overall health and healthy sleep patterns
Small, practical changes to your eating habits and daily routine can often make a meaningful difference to how you feel.
My approach
I work with patients to create realistic, long-lasting changes that fit into everyday life.
This means focusing on:
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practical strategies rather than perfection
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balanced meals and regular eating
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gentle, sustainable habit change
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evidence-based advice
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supporting health without unnecessary food rules
I understand that changing your diet can sometimes feel daunting, especially if you are already managing symptoms, poor sleep, or advice from multiple healthcare professionals. My role is to help simplify nutrition and support you in a way that feels encouraging, personalised, and achievable.