Summary
Transforming nutrition science into practical solutions for businesses and individuals across the UK and other global markets.
As Founder of Leigh-Firbank Consulting, I bridge the gap between complex nutritional research and real-world application. With a PhD in Human Nutrition and 25+ years developing products for global brands including Unilever, Mondelez International, and Lintbells Ltd, I now help start-ups and businesses create market-leading supplements backed by science, whilst also operating my women's health clinic.
🔬 For Businesses and Start-Ups, I Offer:
✅ Product Development Expertise - From concept to commercial launch across gummies, tablets, capsules, and powders
✅ Nutrition Communications - Regulatory-compliant claims development and healthcare professional engagement
✅ Scientific Validation - Evidence-based formulation strategies that deliver genuine consumer benefits
✅ Regulatory Guidance - UK and EU compliance support for nutrition and health claims
👩⚕️ For Women's Health, I Provide:
✅ Perimenopausal Coaching - Evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle strategies for hormonal transitions
✅ Personalised Supplement Guidance - Cut through marketing hype with science-backed recommendations
✅ 1:1 Nutrition Consultations - Targeted support for specific health concerns
✅ Holistic Wellness Programmes - 5-week intensive coaching for lasting transformation
Having personally navigated perimenopause while maintaining my scientific career, I offer a rare combination of professional expertise and lived experience. My formulation background means I understand which supplements work and why - knowledge I share with both business clients developing products and individuals seeking effective solutions.
Industry Expertise includes:
Supplement formulation for humans and pets (YuMOVE brand development)
Nutrition research and communications for Flora, Slim-Fast, Hellman's
Regulatory affairs and claims substantiation
Product development from concept to launch, developing products that consumers love, scoring 4.7 and above on Trustpilot
Healthcare professional engagement and scientific presentations
Based in Dartmoor, Devon, serving clients via virtual consultations and in-person workshops.
Ready to transform your product development approach or personal health journey? Let's explore how science-backed nutrition strategies can deliver.
#NutritionScience #ProductDevelopment #WomensHealth #Perimenopause #SupplementFormulation
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leigh-Firbank
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