Ryan Fernando
The Celebrity Nutritionist
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With over two decades of experience in the nutrition industry, Ryan Fernando has become a well-respected authority in the field. Driven by the mission to educate the world on the science of food, he is also a renowned celebrity nutritionist, counselor, speaker, lecturer, author, and radio jockey. Through his innovative, sustainable, and research-based methods, Ryan has transformed the lives of countless individuals, including celebrities, sportspeople, and Olympic medal holders.
Ryan’s relentless pursuit earned him the title of ‘commonwealth scholar’ and 2 Master’s degrees, one in Food Biotechnology from the University of Strathclyde and another in Clinical Biochemistry from Goa Medical College. Armed with an impressive academic background and an even more impressive knowledge base on nutrition and dieting, Ryan remains steadfast in his mission to change the way people approach food.
Ryan founded the chain of signature nutrition clinics – Qua Nutrition in the year 2011. He has also played a major role in the development of ‘Institute Nutrition’ – a modern nutrition school, where he also conducts lectures.
Expertise
Ryan’s strategies on nutrition and dieting are centered around a personalized approach. He disapproves of the commonly accepted and followed ‘one-size-fits-all’ diet and focuses on employing a data-backed and science-based custom-tailored plan that fits each individual to help them reach their full potential. Ryan’s expertise includes:
Sports Nutrition: Helping athletes improve their endurance, recovery, and performance.
Clinical Nutrition: Analyzing personal food preferences, genetic information, comprehensive bloodwork, and allergy tests to design custom dietary plans for individuals.
Weight Management: Custom meal plans tailored to meet your fat loss and muscle gain requirements and improve your metabolic health.
Performance Nutrition: Improving professional athlete performance by supervising them on appropriate supplementation, hydration, and macronutrients.
Corporate Wellness: Helps organizations by conducting engaging workshops on nutrition to improve corporate lifestyle and well-being.
Achievements and Awards
Over the two decades, Ryan has been persistently working to improve the health of individuals all across the planet through proper nutrition and dieting. He has been active on various platforms, online and offline, and has finished over 1,000 lectures and workshops on fitness and sports nutrition to date. The following are some of his most celebrated accomplishments and achievements:
ODAS (Overseas Development Agency Scholarship): Chosen by the British Commonwealth Association from over 40,000 applicants to study in Scotland.
Best All-Round Student (1996-97): Recognized for academic & extracurricular excellence by the Goa University.
Best Nutrition of the Year Award (2015): Chosen by an international jury at the ATP International Fitness and Sports Convention.
Jury Member for National Nutrition Awards: Selected as the jury member to evaluate top dietitians across the country.
Ryan Fernando’s other notable achievements include:
- Helped the famous actor Aamir Khan lose weight for his role in the celebrated movie – Dangal.
- Worked with numerous athletes across multiple sports, notably – Virat Kohli, Yuvraj Singh, and Shikar Dhawan.
- Wrote and published articles on the topics -Nutrition and Electrolyte Balance – on the Icon Magazine.
- Ryan’s work has been published in the BCCI’s Cricketer’s Handbook.
Honors & Research
Ryan’s research in the industry focuses on scientific advancements in nutrition, with a focus on metabolic health and sports nutrition. After founding the renowned Qua Nutrition, he played a critical role in developing the advanced nutrition software, which calculates and creates personalized meal plans based on lifestyle requirements & habits, genetic information, and medical conditions.
Ryan has worked with and is associated with numerous eminent organizations and communities:
- Life member of the Nutrition Society of India
- Lecturer at ISSA (International Society of Sports Association)
- Advisory Board Member at H2O Hydration Institute (2015-2016)
- Technical Food Supplement Consultant at BODYFUELZ
- Completed workshop for Sports Coaches at the Sri Lankan Olympic Association
- Coach on Nutrition & Supplements – AMWAY Distributors
- Lecturer to Cricket Coaches – MRF Pace Foundation, India
- Conducted Sports Nutrition and Dietetics Course – Sports Authority of India (2015, 2016, 2017)
- Worked with Army Sports Institute – Advances in Nutrition for Exercise Recovery (2003-2006)
- Lecturer at Indian National Association of Sports Medicine (2003)
Additionally, he has worked with numerous organizations by conducting workshops and lectures. Ryan has also worked on and published two acclaimed books – Wh(eat)less: A Guide to a Gluten-Free Life and Eating Secrets of Champions!
Clientele
Ryan’s experience and expertise have brought several clients under his guidance. The clients range from celebrities to athletes to even Olympians and Guinness World Record holders:
Athletes and Olympians
Ryan has worked with countless athletes across India, helping them achieve their ultimate potential and optimal performance. Some of the notable clients include:
Cricketers
- Shikhar Dhawan: Star batsman for India, known for his aggressive stroke play.
- Harbhajan Singh: Legendary off-spinner, one of India’s most successful bowlers.
- Pragyan Ojha: Former Indian cricketer, renowned for his spin bowling.
- Robin Uthappa: Explosive batsman, key player in domestic and international cricket.
- Yuvraj Singh: World Cup-winning all-rounder and cancer survivor, who made a remarkable comeback.
- Manoj Tiwary: Former Indian cricketer and Bengal team captain.
Olympians & World-Class Athletes
- Sushil Kumar: 2x Olympic medalist in wrestling, one of India’s greatest wrestlers.
- Saina Nehwal: Olympic medalist and former world No. 1 in badminton.
- Joshna Chinappa, Harinder Pal Singh, Tanvi Lal: India’s top-ranked squash players.
- Manav Thakkar, Sathiyan Gnanasekaran: Indian table tennis stars.
- Devendra Jhajharia: Paralympic javelin thrower, India’s first gold medalist at the Paralympics.
- Swapna Barman: Asian Games gold medalist in heptathlon, known for her inspiring story.
- Manish Rawat: Indian racewalker and Olympic athlete.
- Pankaj Advani: 25-time world champion in billiards and snooker.
- Sathish Sivalingam: Commonwealth Games gold medalist in weightlifting.
- Aditi Dhamankar: Champion swimmer representing India in international events.
- Suyash Jadhav: Indian Paralympic swimmer.
- Meghana Gundlapally: Indian gymnast making strides in the international arena.
Golfers
- Shubhankar Sharma: One of India’s top professional golfers.
- Viraj Madappa: Young golf sensation.
- Anirban Lahiri: Represented India in multiple international tournaments.
- Trishul Chinappa, Sharmila Nicollet: Prominent Indian golfers.
Footballers & Other Sports
- Pritam Kotal: Indian national football team defender.
- Robin Singh: Indian footballer known for his aggressive forward play.
- Arvind Bhat: Former national badminton champion.
- Veer Dhawal Khade: Olympic swimmer.
- Neel Roy: National-level swimming champion.
Bollywood Celebrities & Public Figures
Ryan has also been extensively involved with numerous Bollywood stars, helping them get into shape for their versatile and demanding roles. Some of his famous clients include:
- Aamir Khan: Worked on his transformation for films like Dangal and Ghajini.
- Abhishek Bachchan: Actor known for his versatility.
- Anushka Sharma: Actress and producer committed to a healthy lifestyle.
- Puneeth Rajkumar: Late Kannada superstar, known for his fitness.
- Ramya: South Indian actress and politician.
- Shiv Rajkumar: Veteran Kannada actor.
International & National Sports Associations
Ryan has also worked closely with major national as well as international sports federations, organizations, and associations. Some of them are:
- Indian National Cricket Team: Assisted players with customized nutrition strategies.
- Indian Women’s Cricket Team: Helped improve performance and endurance through dietary plans.
- Indian Squash Academy: Worked with the country’s top squash players.
- Indian Army Sports Institute: Provided expertise on sports nutrition for military athletes.
- Sri Lankan Olympic Association: Conducted workshops on high-performance nutrition.
Corporate Organizations
Ryan is highly active in the corporate field, helping corporate employees find balance through nutrition. As of now, he has worked with the following MNCs:
- Accenture
- GE
- ACT
- GoSports Foundation
- Amway Distributors
Interviews and Podcast
Ryan is a regular contributor on national and international platforms. He has also appeared on numerous podcasts to share his extensive knowledge. The following are some of his podcasts and instances of guest appearances:
Health Shotzz by Ryan Fernando: Ryan invites specialists to discuss various aspects of human health, discussing overall well-being through optimal nutrition and exercise.
Nutrition Secrets by Ryan Fernando: In this podcast, Ryan talks about various topics related to nutrition, providing insights, tips, and recommendations on better nutrition and dieting.
YouTube: Ryan’s YouTube channel mostly comprises information on nutrition plans, healthy recipes, and research-based studies to help you make informed food decisions.
You can also check out Ryan’s blog where he explores nutrition, fitness, and wellness.
Ryan’s Top Guest Appearances On Podcasts Include:
Q: What makes Ryan Fernando’s approach to nutrition unique?
A: Ryan’s emphasis on a personalised approach with science and research-based nutrition plans rather than going for the extensively followed one-size-fits-all approach is what makes him unique. He also employs the latest tools and innovative techniques to get a comprehensive grasp of an individual through genetic analysis, bloodwork, and lifestyle assessments, allowing him to create a more personalized dietary plan.
Q: Does Ryan Fernando only work with elite athletes and celebrities?
A: Absolutely not! Sure, Ryan has worked with renowned celebrities and world-class athletes. But his team at Qua Nutrition provides proper meal plans for everyone who wants to integrate better nutrition into their lifestyle.
Q: What are some of Ryan Fernando’s most notable achievements?
A: Ryan is a Commonwealth Scholar with two Master’s degrees and has won awards like Best Nutritionist of the Year (2015). He has worked with athletes like Virat Kohli, Saina Nehwal, and Sushil Kumar and helped Aamir Khan transform for Dangal. He has also contributed to BCCI’s Cricketer’s Handbook.
Q: How long does it take to see results from Ryan’s nutrition plans?
A: The results vary depending on the individual’s goals, body type, and compliance with the plan. Some people see improvements in energy levels and digestion within weeks, while athletes may experience enhanced performance and recovery within months.
Q: Does Ryan provide online consultations for international clients?
A: Yes, Ryan and his team at Qua Nutrition provide consultations for international clients through various virtual platforms. We also employ multiple assessments, reports and follow-ups to create a personalized diet plan that fits you.
