Anna Nicholas

My main research interests are in insulin resistance, metabolism and ageing. My PhD explores adipose (fat) tissue inflammation in human ageing, and how it can be moderated by diet.

Before joining the Centre for Nutrition, Exercise and Metabolism (CNEM) at Bath, I studied Human Nutrition at the University of Surrey. Here I became interested in the pathology of type 2 diabetes, and how it can be reversed by diet and lifestyle changes. I conducted a systematic review to explore the roles of carbohydrate versus calorie restriction in type 2 diabetes remission, which was published in the Journal of Nutritional Science.

Current research interests

• Human metabolism and ageing
• The interaction between immunity and metabolism (immunometabolism)
• Insulin resistance and diabetes
• Dietary strategies to improve insulin resistance, lower inflammation and enhance health
• Weight loss and weight loss maintenance

Prior to working in nutrition, I studied and worked in the sustainability sector in London. I worked as a consultant in PwC's Sustainability & Climate Change team and as a communications officer at the Energy & Climate Intelligence Unit. I am interested in the role of nutrition at the intersection between human and planetary health.

Outside of academia, I work as a health coach to support clients to make meaningful and lasting change to their health.