Lila Bruk
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Lila Bruk is a registered dietitian and functional nutritionist based in Illovo, Johannesburg, and has been in private practice since 2006. With a strong academic foundation and close to 20 years of clinical experience, she offers a science-based yet personalised approach to health and nutrition.
Lila is passionate about helping people reclaim their energy, confidence, and wellbeing - one plate at a time.
Lila holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology and Biochemistry (2002) and a Bachelor of Science (Medical Honours) in Nutrition and Dietetics (2004), both from the University of Cape Town (UCT). In 2010, she completed a Master’s degree in Nutritional Sciences through Stellenbosch University, focusing on body image in pre-adolescent girls, digestive disorders, sports nutrition, and food allergies.
In 2023, Lila became an Integrative and Functional Nutrition Certified Practitioner (IFNCP) through the Integrative and Functional Nutrition Academy (IFNA). This has deepened her understanding of the root causes of chronic conditions and how to address them effectively through nutrition and targeted supplementation.
Lila has also completed the Manuka Advanced Translational Nutrigenomics course, gaining specialised expertise in nutrigenomics and nutrigenetics — a growing field exploring how our genes interact with nutrition. She is an EatFit FODMAP-approved dietitian and experienced in guiding clients through elimination diets for managing digestive conditions. In addition, she is trained in the CDE Optifast Very Low-Calorie Diet (VLCD) Programme and is certified to prescribe and manage clients on the Optifast protocol.
Lila is registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), the Association for Dietetics in South Africa (ADSA), and the South African Medico-Legal Association (SAMLA). Lila is an official spokesperson of ADSA and has held several leadership positions on the ADSA Committee, including:
Lila is passionate about educating the public on nutrition. She has contributed to over 500 health and lifestyle online and print publications including YOU, Fairlady, COSMOPOLITAN, Women’s Health, Men’s Health, and Longevity. She frequently presents nutrition talks across South Africa and is a regular guest on television and radio.
Her work extends into the corporate wellness space, where she has organised and participated in wellness days, weight loss programmes, and educational sessions for organisations such as Investec, EY, Sanlam, British Airways, Alexander Forbes, Hollard, 3M, Premier Group and Sun International.
Lila has a special interest in:
Lila believes that everyone deserves to thrive and that the journey to vibrant health starts with what’s on your plate.
Food isn’t just fuel - it’s the foundation for feeling your best, living with energy, and taking control of your health.
When you eat well, you live well — and Lila’s mission is to help you do both!
Book with Lila here
Lila Bruk is a registered dietitian and functional nutritionist based in Illovo, Johannesburg, and has been in private practice since 2006. With a strong academic foundation and close to 20 years of clinical experience, she offers a science-based yet personalised approach to health and nutrition.
Lila is passionate about helping people reclaim their energy, confidence, and wellbeing - one plate at a time.
Lila holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology and Biochemistry (2002) and a Bachelor of Science (Medical Honours) in Nutrition and Dietetics (2004), both from the University of Cape Town (UCT). In 2010, she completed a Master’s degree in Nutritional Sciences through Stellenbosch University, focusing on body image in pre-adolescent girls, digestive disorders, sports nutrition, and food allergies.
In 2023, Lila became an Integrative and Functional Nutrition Certified Practitioner (IFNCP) through the Integrative and Functional Nutrition Academy (IFNA). This has deepened her understanding of the root causes of chronic conditions and how to address them effectively through nutrition and targeted supplementation.
Lila has also completed the Manuka Advanced Translational Nutrigenomics course, gaining specialised expertise in nutrigenomics and nutrigenetics — a growing field exploring how our genes interact with nutrition. She is an EatFit FODMAP-approved dietitian and experienced in guiding clients through elimination diets for managing digestive conditions. In addition, she is trained in the CDE Optifast Very Low-Calorie Diet (VLCD) Programme and is certified to prescribe and manage clients on the Optifast protocol.
Lila is registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), the Association for Dietetics in South Africa (ADSA), and the South African Medico-Legal Association (SAMLA). Lila is an official spokesperson of ADSA and has held several leadership positions on the ADSA Committee, including:
- Chairperson of ADSA Gauteng South Branch (2009–2013)
- Sponsorship Portfolio Holder on the ADSA Executive Committee (2013–2015)
Lila is passionate about educating the public on nutrition. She has contributed to over 500 health and lifestyle online and print publications including YOU, Fairlady, COSMOPOLITAN, Women’s Health, Men’s Health, and Longevity. She frequently presents nutrition talks across South Africa and is a regular guest on television and radio.
Her work extends into the corporate wellness space, where she has organised and participated in wellness days, weight loss programmes, and educational sessions for organisations such as Investec, EY, Sanlam, British Airways, Alexander Forbes, Hollard, 3M, Premier Group and Sun International.
Lila has a special interest in:
- Weight management
- Nutrigenomics and nutrigenetics
- Lifestyle diseases (e.g. diabetes, insulin resistance, heart disease)
- Digestive disorders (e.g. Crohn’s disease, IBS)
- Eating disorders
- Food allergies and intolerances
- Sports nutrition
- Functional nutrition
Lila believes that everyone deserves to thrive and that the journey to vibrant health starts with what’s on your plate.
Food isn’t just fuel - it’s the foundation for feeling your best, living with energy, and taking control of your health.
When you eat well, you live well — and Lila’s mission is to help you do both!
Book with Lila here