May Ignacio, Nutritionist-Dietitian
Over 30 years of expertise in Weight management
Ms. May Ignacio is committed to providing high-quality and affordable meal plan to clients of all ages. She believes in a personalized approach and always makes sure her clients/ patients understand and are comfortable with their diet program.
Experience
Her Career
May Ignacio began her career in 1993 as a dietitian at Biogenic by Soto, a wellness health clinic in Legaspi Village, Makati City. The following year, she joined Slimmers World International, working across several branches.
By 1998, she established two nutrition clinics in San Pedro Laguna and one in Muntinlupa City. In 2017, she launched a diet meal delivery service, personalized workout programs, and diet counseling in Baguio City.
During the pandemic, she transitioned to online nutrition and diet counseling to ensure continuous support for her clients.
ONLINE CONSULTATION
In her online nutrition and diet counseling, May goes beyond just telling clients what to eat. Recognizing that there is no one-size-fits-all diet, she addresses the pitfalls of fad diets that lack scientific backing. These diets are often unsafe, overly restrictive, and unsustainable, leading to more weight gain and dissatisfaction once they end. May explains the body's physiology and uses recent evidence to help clients lose weight effectively. Her approach is tailored to each client's unique needs, focusing on identifying and addressing key areas holding them back.
She develops personalized meal plans based on clients' specific needs and goals. This involves a detailed assessment of dietary habits, meal timing, eating locations, preferences, activity levels, medical conditions, and other factors influencing food choices. This information allows her to determine dietary requirements and identify factors contributing to weight gain. Together with the client, she creates a customized diet plan designed for sustainable success.
In setting goals, May ensures clients have realistic expectations for weight loss, avoiding promises of drastic reductions like 15 kg per month. Unrealistic goals often lead to frustration and disappointment. Instead, she works with clients to make goals achievable and realistic. She advises on the timeline for safe and maintainable weight loss.
May has been featured in several TV interviews, including Net 25's “Kada Umaga” in January 24, 2022, GMA “Dapat Alam mo” on December 15, 2022, and RNG Luzon’s “Morning Baliktaktakan” on October 19, 2023.
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