Hala Tajrine

About

Hala Tajrine is a Clinical Dietitian with 15 years of experience specializing in diabetes, eating disorders & ARFID, obesity and weight management, gut health & IBS, women’s health & PCOS, and pediatric and sports nutrition. She holds a degree in Dietetics and Human Nutrition from McGill University and has advanced training as a Diabetes Educator (International Diabetes Federation Europe), along with certifications in obesity treatment: Medical Nutrition Therapy & Physical Activity, and ARFID treatment.

Throughout her career, Hala has been invited to speak at leading UAE conferences – including International Growth and Development and Nourishing the Future – and has delivered workshops in schools, universities, and community settings. She is passionate about empowering individuals to rebuild their relationship with food and believes that “healing happens one bite at a time.” One of her most meaningful experiences involved helping a tetraplegic patient rediscover the joy of eating – an encounter that shaped her belief that food is both nourishment and a blessing.

Hala’s approach is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and personalization. She listens deeply to each patient’s story, aligns realistic goals, and supports them in building sustainable, long-term habits. She strives to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and motivated toward better health. Her philosophy centers on facing thoughts and emotions with mindfulness to create meaningful, lasting change.

Qualifications

• McGill University: Major Dietetics and Human Nutrition
• International Diabetes Federation Europe: Diabetes Educator
• Obesity Canada: A Deep Dive into Medical Nutrition Therapy and Physical Activity
• The ARFID RD Pros Certified ARFID Specialists: Treating ARFID: The Newest Eating Disorder on the Block course

Licenses

Licence details available on request.