Marizaan du Toit

Dietitian, Nutritionist, BSc. Dietetics

Hi, I’m Marizaan du Toit, a registered Dietitian with a deep sense of purpose and passion to help & motivate others progress and achieve optimal health through sustainable and balanced nutrition.  

I have a strong belief that food is not just fuel but a source of joy, healing and connection. Therefore, my mission is to help you create healthy, nutritious, mindful and sustainable eating habits that do not intend to restrict or control but rather for you to thrive and feel empowered. 

In our sessions, I will approach every person uniquely & individually as we all have different requirements, needs and goals. Whether it is managing a diagnosed health condition, optimising your overall health & lifestyle, or simply helping you feel better day-to-day, I will be here to support you every step of the way.

I completed my Honours Bachelor of Science (BSc Hons) Degree in Dietetics at the University of Stellenbosch located in Cape Town South Africa. A specific field of interest includes GUT health as more research indicates the crucial role it plays in your overall health and well-being, far beyond digestion. I also enjoy weight management, sustainable balanced eating and working with lifestyle diseases. 

Let’s work together and allow me to help you make an impact on your health that leads to lasting and positive change. 

Qualifications:

  • BSc (Hons) Degree in Dietetics
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Marizaan’s Specialties: 

  • Weight loss
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Diabetes type 2 
  • Cholesterol 
  • High blood pressure
  • Vegan/ Plant-based diets
  • Sports Nutrition
  • IBD – ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease

What my clients say

What Our Client's Say about Marizaan

ExcellentDietitian Fit - Nutritionist & Dietitian5.0 Based on 20 reviews fromSee all reviews review us onBlessing E.Blessing E. ★★★★★ To get rid of the internet noise, I decided to seek more focused help to manage issues with bloating and my weight. Dietitian Fit was the perfect choice, not just for the consultation, but also packaged with a well structured plan, recipes tailored to your needs, handy app to journal progress and consistent video check-ins. I've made a lot of progress re weight loss and bloating in particular. Highly recommend!Alice H.Alice H. ★★★★★ I have loved working with Marizaan for this journey. She is super informative, supportive and motivating. Really pleased with my results so far!Jeremy L.Jeremy L. ★★★★★ I have been hugely impressed with Marizaan Du Toit who has been a wealth of knowledge and a source of constant and well-informed support. She has motivated me to start my journey towards improved dietary and lifestyle habits. She has done this through a welcome combination of realistic goal setting with high expectations. I would have no hesitation recommending her to any future clients!Liza E.Liza E. ★★★★★ I asked for Marizaan's support on my journey towards controlling my newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes because she'd had such positive reviews. I have not been disappointed. She has made such a positive contribution to my understanding of how to control my blood sugar levels (which were seriously out of control by the time I was diagnosed.) There is so much conflicting information on the internet but with patience, clear guidance and follow up with session notes Marizaan has helped me steer a steady course towards significant improvement. I have also felt able to ask her questions inbetween sessions to clear up any issues. I could not have done any of this without her. She's been a marvel.Cyril S.Cyril S. ★★★★★ I am a 74 year old widower I started this program with Marizann to lose weight before going on a cruise. I achieved a loss of around 5kg, which i was delighted about.Marizann was a charming and inspirational person a pleasure to work with the emphasis was more on changing the way i ate, having a balanced diet and preparing my own food and not to use bought pre-prepared meals. Although, not suprisingley I did gain some weight during my cruise I have since lost a couple ofkgs and I now feel confident that i will be able to maintain this lower weight and also feeling a great amount better for it in my mental and physical health.Chloe P.Chloe P. ★★★★★ Marizaan has been absolutely incredible. After suffering for years with food-related triggers—and feeling completely fed up, confused, and unsure of what I could or couldn’t eat—she finally helped me make sense of it all. She guided me through understanding my triggers and gave me practical tools to manage them long term. She also created a detailed meal plan tailored to my needs and was always on hand whenever I was struggling or had questions. For the first time in years, I feel confident, informed, and in control. I’m so grateful for her support and highly recommend her to anyone who has been feeling the way I was. I can finally eat with confidence!Laura P.Laura P. ★★★★★ I have been having dietitian help specialising on a low fodmap diet with Marizaan.Marizaan,is fantastic at what she does, her advice, knowledge and understanding is amazing.She truly wants to help and nothing is too much, she made sure I was comfortable and understood what I needed to do at each stage of re introduction phases, and will listen and encourage me all the through!I am so happy I have been able to work with Marizaan, building my confidence and as I say, encouraging me all the way through allowing me to feel proud of my achievements and not too hard on myself if my will power hasn’t always been there.Reviewing each stage of my dietary plans gradually and controlled. Thank you :)!xSara C.Sara C. ★★★★★ I had a really great experience with Marizaan - I wanted to improve my gut health and lose a few kilos to get ready for my wedding. Thanks to her guidance in the space of only a month a half I feel I've made great progress on my gut health, feeling less bloated, and I've also lost some weight in a way that felt very sustainable. Now I feel well equipped to continue the journey for the next couple of months to reach my objective (the nutritional guidelines are great and totally the opposite of a restrictive diet!). Would strongly recommend her.Rosa E.Rosa E. ★★★★★ I have been following a plan with Marizaan for 3 months to help with gut health & fuelling. It has been excellent in helping me improve both gut issues & my diet in a sustainable way. I have found it very informative & Marizaan’s support very encouraging. I have managed to lose weight as well as improve my health & can highly recommend. It has changed how I view what I eat & I feel I have a way to continue to improve, Thank you Marizaan 🤓Bianka P.Bianka P. ★★★★★ I would highly recommend Dietitian Fit for anyone looking for professional help with food, whether the goal is weight loss, adapting to a health condition or simply looking to eat in a more balanced way.When I started working with Marizaan, my goal was a very straightforward case of weight loss, which I was able to achieve (and keep!) via the 3month plan. Then, I needed further help with some health issues that had a food component and she has done an excellent job supporting me through that as well.For me the biggest challenge with any diet has been that I really do not enjoy thinking about food. Planning meals is a chore I find daunting, even more so when my diet needs to meet multiple criteria (e.g. low-calorie, low in a trigger food, high in protein, nutritionally balanced, freezer-friendly etc). If this is something you struggle with, I would highly recommend getting professional help.The recipes Marizaan gave me helped me achieve my goals without going hungry, they were filling, varied and tasty. I am grateful for her guidance and support, and I will definitely come back if I ever need professional help again!Lynda M.Lynda M. ★★★★★ Helpful, knowledgeable and supportive all the way.George V.George V. ★★★★★ Working with Dietitian Fit - and Marizaan in particular - was incredibly helpful. For the first time in years I had a clear, manageable plan to improve my gut health. And for the first time in years I feel brilliant. Thank you.Natasha T.Natasha T. ★★★★★ I highly recommend it.I have been helped in my weight loss journey by Marizaan; i can't stress enough to say how good it was to have her support.I am breastfeeding so I wanted to lose weigh but without compromising the milk supply. She really listened to my needs and helped me to go through it.I have lost almost 10 kg in 5 months, but in a healthy way. She gave me a very balanced diet; not only the weight and centimeters went down, but my energy level went up.I truly enjoyed each session with Marizaan, she's very kind and lovely to talk to. She was very responsive and soon after the sessions were finished, she would send you the notes about what was discussed. She was always available, so even when it was not session time, you can drop her a message and she always replies.I actually miss our session.If you want to lose weight, in a healthy way and building good habits, she's the right person to help you!Kim B.Kim B. ★★★★★ I really enjoy working with Marizaan. She is very diligent in her approach — explaining things clearly and simply — and supportive in style. She has been very helpful in getting me to a great solution which is also very sustainable. I highly recommend her to anyone needing an expert and supportive dietician!Natalia C.Natalia C. ★★★★★ Strongly recommend! I've worked with Marizaan for 3 months and she's been amazing - patient, understanding and flexible. I've been on diets before and, while all brought immediate effects, they never last and make you feel sad about food.. Marizaan put together a guide that works with my preferred foods and dietary habits, allowing me to stick to it and adapt as more of a life change and not a strict diet. Any changes I needed to make, we broke down into small goals which I was able to hit at my own speed. The app, frequent catchups and chat function allowed to see progress, get the support I needed and ask questions freely. My journey with Dietitian Fit is now complete but I'll continue using my food guide - new habits are already in place!Christl G.Christl G. ★★★★★ The benefit of this programme is amazing. 3 months of Marizaan's support with fortnightly zoom meetings have helped me lose over a 1 kg per month, healthily and steadily and educated me in what my body's nutritional needs are. I could reach out via chat or email and even get in touch over weekends and out of hours.I have a busy life and found the journaling on the app excellent to track my progress. Marizaan gave me great tips and strategies for holidays, parties and eating out. Her attitude is so positive and she's a great listener and does not judge.K L.K L. ★★★★★ Marizaan’s support has been invaluable. Her understanding of both my health and caregiving challenges has made a profound difference. After eight years of constant stomach pain, her advice has given me pain-free days, nothing short of a miracle. Her alternative recipes have improved my digestion and energy, helping me identify trigger foods for better dietary choices. What sets her apart is her compassion and patience. She always listens, never rushes, and makes me feel truly valued. Her dedication, especially in guiding me through technology and the app, is deeply appreciated.Chris V.Chris V. ★★★★★ Marizaan is a very experienced and empathetic dietician. She is constantly encouraging and involved in the journey.I started on this journey about 3 months ago, hoping not to just lose weight but to do so sustainably and therefore to keep the weight off, and in general improve my lifestyle. Although I haven't lost as much weight as I was hoping, I'm learning how to keep going and persist with my meal plans and exercise regime. Even though I have "cheat meals" occasionally, I'm able to get back to eating more sensibly and healthily.Stuart P.Stuart P. ★★★★★ Marizaan is professional, knowledgeable and highly supportive. She has helped me through the process of improving my diet, offering insight and advice throughout. I would highly recommend anyone trying to improve their diet to this approach.Olivier J.Olivier J. ★★★★★ Such a great service provided Marizaan du Toit. Informed, helpful and sustainable advice provided throughout the programme. Highly recommended if you need a reset of your eating habits and relationship with food.js_loader
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