About Me

Hello and welcome! I’m Dr. Simarata Dhillon, a Food Scientist and Harvard-trained Health & Wellness Coach passionate about bridging science and everyday life. 

Through Lifestyle Medicine, Functional Nutrition, Applied Neuroscience, Trauma-Informed Stress Response and Mindset Techniques, I guide professionals in managing fatigue, stress, and chronic health conditions through personalized, evidence-based strategies that promote healing and sustainable well-being. 

Educational & Professional Background:

• Bachelor's in Biological Sciences, Punjabi University, Patiala, India (2005)

• Master’s in Biotechnology, Thapar University, Patiala, India (2007)

• Master’s in Food Science, University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada (2009)

• Ph.D. in Food Science, University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada (2013)

With 20 years of experience across academic and corporate research, I've worked with leading universities and global organizations across technology hubs in Toronto, Chicago, Dallas, and San Francisco. 

My expertise spans ingredient technology applications, product innovation and product development in good-for-you and fun-for-you categories, clinical research, and consumer insights.

My Personal Struggle

After two decades immersed in research, and having personally navigated hormonal imbalances, problematic skin, energy dips and autoimmune conditions, I was drawn to a more personal, holistic approach to health. 

I saw many individuals struggling with chronic illnesses, food sensitivities, digestive and skin issues, and low energy, often overwhelmed by conflicting advice.

Training

To bridge the gap between science and practical solutions, I trained as a Health, Lifestyle & Wellness Coach through advanced programs at Harvard Medical School, focusing on science-backed health, nutrition, lifestyle, and behavior-change strategies. I am also an American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) Lifestyle Medicine & Food-as-Medicine Advocate, and I’m currently pursuing board certifications to provide the highest standard of evidence-based support.

Certifications:

• Functional Nutrition (Expected Mar 2026)

• Board Approved Health Coach Certification Program, mindbodygreen (Nov 2025) 

• Lifestyle and Wellness Coaching, Harvard Medical School (Aug 2025)

• Nutrition and Wellness Coaching, Harvard Medical School (Aug 2025)

• Lifestyle Medicine & Food-as-Medicine Essentials, American College of Lifestyle Medicine (Aug 2025)

• Health and Wellness: Designing a Sustainable Nutrition Plan, Harvard Medical School (Jun 2025)

What I Offer:

Today, I guide individuals to identify and break patterns that are holding them back, and create new ones, integrating lifestyle & metabolic health, neuroscience, spirituality, and trauma-informed stress response principles.

My approach is practical, compassionate, and based on scientific evidence, designed to help clients feel more energized, confident, and able to live their best life.

My mission is simple: to help professionals, who give so much to their careers, reclaim their most important asset, their health and spirit, so they can elevate their productivity and performance, and strengthen their relationships in both professional and personal lives.