Episode Description

Sarah Jayne Healey is a registered nutritionist, senior industry leader, and mum - but her journey didn’t begin with confidence or clarity.

In this episode of Notes from the Not There Yet, Sarah shares what it’s really like stepping into responsibility before you feel ready, navigating a career that barely existed when she started, and staying evidence-led in a world full of nutrition noise.

We talk about:

1. Taking on huge responsibility in your early 20s
2. Why social media has made nutrition both powerful and dangerous
3. The reality of breastfeeding, pressure, and maternal guilt
4. Why “what can I add?” matters more than “what should I cut?”
5. How simple, non-judgemental food choices can change family life

This is a conversation about trust - in your knowledge, your body, and your timing - when you’re not there yet, but you’re showing up anyway.

Show Notes

In this episode, we cover:

1. Choosing an unconventional degree — and backing yourself
2. Rejection, NHS cuts & finding your first role
3. Stepping into “too big” jobs at 22
4. Social media, misinformation & nutrition myths
5. Sports nutrition, endurance & fuelling performance
6. Breastfeeding, birth plans & maternal pressure
7. Family food without perfection or fear
8. Feeding millions — and why small exposure matters
9. Quick-fire wisdom + Not There Yet reflection

Guest: Sarah Healey

Registered Nutritionist | Senior Industry Leader | Mum

Instagram: @sarahjnutrition

1. Feeling overwhelmed doesn’t mean you’re unqualified — it means you’re growing
2. Nutrition should be evidence-led, not algorithm-led
3. “Add, don’t restrict” is the most sustainable mindset
4. Small exposure creates lifelong habits
5. You can hold expertise and vulnerability at the same time
6. Feeding people is about trust, not perfection

Companies mentioned in this episode:

1. Heinz