Short answerIn the UK a private nutritionist typically charges £80 to £200 for a first consultation of 60 to 90 minutes, and £50 to £120 for follow ups. Multi week programmes run from about £300 to £900. An NHS dietitian is free with a GP referral if you have a diagnosed condition, though waiting lists are usually months. App based programmes cost £25 to £60 a month but include little or no one to one time.
Typical UK prices in 2026
| What you are buying | Typical price |
|---|---|
| First consultation, 60 to 90 minutes | £80 to £200 |
| Follow up session, 30 to 45 minutes | £50 to £120 |
| Multi week programme, three to six sessions | £300 to £900 |
| Central London clinic, in person | £150 to £350 for the first appointment |
| NHS dietitian, with a GP referral | Free, months of waiting |
| App based programme | £25 to £60 a month |
What drives the price
- Time. A 90 minute first appointment costs more than 45 minutes, and is usually worth it, because history taking is most of the value.
- What happens between sessions. A written plan, messaging access and weekly adjustments cost more than a single conversation.
- Specialism. Gut health, fertility, paediatrics and sport usually carry a premium.
- Location. Central London in person is the most expensive option. Online flattens this almost completely.
- Whether tests are included. Testing can add £100 to £400 and is often not necessary. Ask before you agree.
The costs people forget
- Supplements. £30 to £100 a month if recommended. Ask whether the practitioner earns commission.
- Tests. Food intolerance and microbiome tests are widely sold and rarely change the plan.
- Follow ups. One consultation seldom finishes the job. Price the whole course, not the first appointment.
Ask for the total before you start. Any practitioner worth using will give you a straight number.
Is it worth paying for?
It is worth it when the problem is specific and general advice has already failed, when you have been going in circles for months, or when you want a plan built for your actual life rather than a category. It is usually not worth it if you have not yet tried the basics, if you have a diagnosed condition and have not asked your GP for an NHS dietitian referral, or if you are hoping someone will tell you something you do not already know about eating more vegetables.
What Suzan Raad charges
- Private consultation, 90 minutes: £150, with a written plan afterwards
- Four week programmes (The Gut Code, The Metabolic Code, The Longevity Code): £500, four private sessions, weekly guidance, progress review, plus the EpigenX™ book and journal
- Coaching: £150 for a single session, £500 for the four week Reality Shift programme
Everything is online, so clients in the United States, Canada, Australia and Ireland pay the same and book in their own time zone. No supplements are sold, and no testing is required to start.
Want the full breakdown? Every programme, what is included and what it costs: see the programmes.
How to get more for your money
- Ask your GP about an NHS referral first if you have a diagnosis. It is free.
- Book a longer first appointment. A rushed history leads to a generic plan.
- Come prepared. A week of food notes and any recent blood tests save you paying for guesswork.
- Buy a programme rather than scattered sessions if you know you need several. It is usually cheaper and the accountability is what makes it work.
- Say no to testing you do not understand. Ask what the result would change. If the answer is vague, skip it.
If you are still deciding who to see, read nutritionist versus dietitian and how to choose a gut health nutritionist.
In the United States? Prices, credentials and insurance work differently. See how much a nutritionist costs in the US, including what insurance, HSA and FSA typically cover.
Written by Suzan Raad, nutritionist and author of Epigenix, Epigenetic Awakening, Epigenetic Diet and Back to Babylon, and co-founder of 360 Degree Clinic in Surbiton, London. She works with clients online across the UK, the United States, Canada and Australia. More about Suzan.
This article is nutrition and lifestyle education. It does not diagnose or treat any condition and does not replace advice from your doctor. If your symptoms are new, severe or persistent, please speak to a medical professional.
