07966 792 852 sian.rilstone@gmail.com

About me

Sian Rilstone on station platformI decided to become a dietitian because I am a foodie, from a family of foodies. I believe that the pleasure and social aspects of food are just as important as the health element. In my spare time I enjoy cooking, baking, running marathons and travelling.

Training and qualifications

I have a degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics and a masters in Diabetes.

I trained at the University of Wales Institute Cardiff (now Cardiff Metropolitan University) and gained a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, passing my registration exams and becoming a registered dietitian in 2006.

Since graduating I have undertaken many courses to continue my professional development, but my focus has been in weight management, diabetes (type 1, type 2 and gestational) and exercise.

I completed my masters in Diabetes at Warwick Medical School in 2014.

I have professional and personal experience of managing nutrition in exercise, and have a diploma in Sports Nutrition from the International Olympic Committee.

Past experience

Sian Rilstone outside the House of LordsI have over 10 years’ experience of working in the NHS, both in a clinical setting and carrying out innovative research. I am regularly invited to attend meetings and take part in panels in the House of Lords in my role on the committee of the BDA Diabetes Specialist group and the Council of Health professionals of Diabetes UK.

I have undertaken research in insulin pump therapy. This looked at infusing insulin differently to match the different digestion rates of different foods and how insulin can be matched to this. My research also looked at the ideal basal rates for people starting insulin pump therapy. I am currently running a study looking at how technology can prevent hypoglycaemia during exercise in people with type 1 diabetes.

In the past I have been involved in MEND (a family-based nutrition, exercise and weight loss programme for children) and was the insulin pump lead for Herefordshire.

Professional affiliations

I am registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and am entitled to practice as a Dietitian. Registration number DT18445 I also belong to the following professional associations: