My Story

Born in Kharkiv, Ukraine, Julia grew up surrounded by nature and her grandmother’s wisdom about healing through traditional foods. The flavors of borscht and homegrown vegetables shaped her early understanding of nourishment. Her curiosity about the connection between food and health only grew stronger over time.

 

Driven by a thirst for knowledge, Julia moved to New York, where she was inspired by the city's rich diversity of cultures and cuisines. She pursued nutrition studies at institutions like Institute of Integrative Nutrition and Stanford University, deepening her expertise and passion for empowering others to make healthier choices.

 

While volunteering in underserved communities, Julia saw firsthand the challenges people faced in accessing nutritious food. This experience ignited her drive to create change, both for individuals and the systems that perpetuate inequality. Through her workshops and social media outreach, she made nutrition education accessible and relatable, helping people take control of their health.

 

Julia's passion led to the creation of the "UKIDS" initiative, a nonprofit focused on improving nutrition literacy in Ukraine. Partnering with local leaders and chefs, she worked to transform food deserts into communities of nourishment, inspiring lasting change.

 

In addition to her work as a nutrition advocate, Julia is the author of the children's book series "The Happy Food Adventure", which promotes healthy eating habits from a young age. Her mission to nourish both body and mind continues to inspire change, one plate—and one story—at a time.

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Background:

• Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Institute of Integrative Nutrition, New York, USA, 2019

• Food and Nutrition, Stanford University School of Medicine, 2020

• Nutritionist, University of Nutrition, MHP,  2021

• Emotional Eating Psychology Course, Institute of Integrative Nutrition, New York, USA, 2021

• Holistic Health Coach, Institute of Nutrition, MHP, 2022

​• Nutrition and Coaching, Precision Nutrition L1, 2024

. Sports Nutrition Coach, National Academy of Sports Nutrition, 2024

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