Swindon nutritionist
Swindon Nutritionist & Gut Health Expert
Personalised naturopathic nutritional therapy in the heart of Old Town Swindon. If bloating, IBS, low energy or stubborn digestive symptoms have ruled your life, I will help you find the root cause and rebuild from there.
- GB News
- Daily Express
- Woman & Home
- Bella Magazine
- The Lady
- People’s Friend
- Woman’s Own
- Swindon Advertiser
- Nourish Awards Judge 2026
- GNC Board Member
Local, expert support for your gut, your energy and your wellbeing
I am Caroline Peyton, a naturopath and registered nutritional therapist with my clinic at Wood Street Wellbeing in Old Town Swindon. The clinic is conveniently located for clients across Swindon, Royal Wootton Bassett, Highworth, Wroughton, Cricklade, Marlborough and the surrounding Wiltshire villages. I also see clients online from anywhere in the UK.
Most people who come to me have been around the houses already. They have seen the GP, perhaps had blood tests or a colonoscopy, and walked away with a label like IBS or “stress” and not much else. The symptoms keep going. The tiredness keeps going. They want answers, not another prescription.
That is what I do. I take a proper case history, I look for the root cause, and I build you a clear plan you can actually follow. Sometimes that includes specialist gut testing, sometimes it does not. Always it is personalised, sustainable and explained in plain English so you understand exactly why we are doing what we are doing.
If you are ready to stop guessing, the first step is a free 20-minute discovery call. No pressure, no obligation. We work out together whether nutritional therapy is the right next step for you.
The 4 Principles of Gut Health
Naturopaths have always said health starts in the gut. I go one step further. Health thrives in the gut. This is the framework I have built over 15 years in clinical practice.
Support Your Digestion
Digestion starts before food even enters your mouth. It then goes on a complex journey through the mouth, stomach and small intestines. Food should not find its way into the large intestines undigested, but it can if your digestive capability is not working well. Many digestive problems and wider health symptoms start because of sub-optimal digestion and poor release of digestive secretions. I take care to explore each stage of digestion with you, and I have tools and techniques to support this essential function.
Nurture Your Gut
Your gut is home to trillions of microbes, bacteria, yeast and viruses, both beneficial and damaging. There are more microbes in your gut than people in the world, sending messages around your body and brain. It is a finely tuned ecosystem that easily becomes unbalanced. Stress, trauma, infections, medications, antibiotics and a sub-optimal diet all play a role. Once out of balance, things can spiral, creating IBS, SIBO and contributing to chronic IBD conditions.
Calm Your Busy Mind
Stress is the curse of the modern world but something we cannot always escape. It has an instant impact on your ability to digest food. It is only when you are in a relaxed state that the body can release digestive secretions properly and absorb nutrients. As a naturopath, helping you adjust your lifestyle and introduce stress-relieving protocols is an essential part of my work, not an optional extra.
Nourish Your Body & Microbiome
As a nutritionist, I will identify where your diet is lacking or imbalanced and tailor advice to your symptoms, lifestyle and budget. Of equal importance, I will show you how to nourish the ecosystem of gut flora itself. It needs essential fuel, the things called prebiotics, just like the rest of your body, to thrive and grow.
Common concerns I support Swindon clients with
If you recognise yourself in two or more of these, a discovery call is a sensible next step.
What working with me actually looks like
Detailed naturopathic case history taking is the foundation. From there, my approach is structured but flexible to your needs.
Free Discovery Call
20 minutes by Zoom or phone. You share what is going on, I share how I work, and we decide together if I am the right person to help.
In-Depth Case History
A thorough first consultation including iridology, tongue and nail analysis. These help me look for inherent strengths and weaknesses and guide the protocol.
Personalised Plan
A nutrition and lifestyle programme built around you. Where supplements are needed, they are professional-grade and checked against your medications for safety.
Follow-Up & Adjustment
Regular consultations to refine the plan, check-ins between appointments, and recipes built around your specific needs. Education is a big part of every step.
Naturopath, Nutritionist and Gut Health Expert
I qualified with a Diploma in Naturopathic Nutritional Therapy in 2009 and have been in clinical practice ever since. My particular passion is gut health and the microbiome, because, as naturopaths have said for decades, true health really does start in the gut.
I helped launch the Naturopathic Nutrition Association and chaired it for seven years, ran the Natural Healthcare College as Principal for five years, and in June 2024 I was invited onto the Board of the General Naturopathic Council, the UK regulator for Naturopathy. I have appeared on GB News and been quoted in the Daily Express, Woman & Home, Bella, The Lady and other national publications.
What that means for you, in plain terms: you are working with someone who takes the science seriously, takes your individual case seriously, and has the experience to know what to do when things are not straightforward.
- Diploma in Naturopathic Nutritional Therapy, 2009
- GNC Board Member (UK Naturopathy regulator)
- Founder & former Chair of the NNA
- Nourish Awards Judge 2026
- Iridology, tongue and nail analysis trained
- Functional testing specialist
What people in Swindon say
A small selection from the full reviews page. Real clients, real results, in their own words.
I had severe abdominal bloating and stabbing pains, pain in joints, sinus problems, colds, sore throats, poor sleep and was on anti-depressants. I am now living my life to the full, off anti-depressants and I can honestly say it is all down to Caroline’s expertise.
I met with Caroline after several years of problems with my digestion which my GP seemed unable to help. She was professional, friendly and knowledgeable. 12 months later, I feel 100% well. I can recommend a consultation to anyone.
She recommended a comprehensive stool test which gave us real insight into what was going on in my gut. Her advice is clear, practical and truly tailored to my needs. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone looking for professional and compassionate help with their gut health.
I sought Caroline after years of struggling with digestive issues and irregular periods. She has a friendly, thorough and sympathetic approach. With dietary changes and supplementation, my digestive issues have drastically improved.
Choose the right level of support for you
Most clients start with a free 20-minute discovery call. From there we work out which programme fits.
Free Discovery Call
20 minutes by Zoom or phone. Tell me what is going on, ask me anything, and we work out whether nutritional therapy is right for you.
Book NowHealth MOT
One in-depth 90-minute consultation including iridology, tongue and nail analysis, plus bespoke nutrition and supplement recommendations.
View Pricing5 Month Gut Restore
The full programme for chronic digestive symptoms. Includes comprehensive functional testing where clinically appropriate, plus six consultations over five months.
View PricingHealth Support
For ongoing low-grade symptoms such as headaches, fatigue and niggling digestive issues. Four consultations over 12 weeks, with the option of a payment plan.
View PricingFunctional testing where it is clinically useful
Wherever possible, dietary and lifestyle recommendations are implemented first. Testing is never automatic. We discuss whether it is the right next step for you.
Comprehensive Stool Testing
Next-generation DNA stool testing to assess the microbiome, digestive efficiency, intestinal permeability and other markers of gut health.
SIBO Breath Testing
Hydrogen and methane breath testing for clients with suspected small intestinal bacterial overgrowth.
Hormonal Testing
In-depth hormonal profiling to look at the full picture of hormonal health, useful for stress, sleep, energy and perimenopausal symptoms.
Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis
HTMA to assess mineral status and heavy metal exposure over time. Useful for fatigue, mood and long-term wellness cases.
Food Intolerance Testing
Targeted food intolerance and sensitivity testing where symptoms point to a possible dietary trigger.
Other Specialist Tests
A small selection of additional tests is available where clinically indicated. We will only ever recommend a test if it is likely to genuinely change the treatment plan.
Book Your Free 20 Minute Discovery Call
Pick a time that suits you below. The call is free, no obligation, and a relaxed chance for us to talk through what is going on and whether I can help.
Prefer to talk first? Call 07730 513303 or email caroline@peytonprinciples.com
Swindon nutritionist FAQs
If your question is not answered below, just ask on the discovery call.
Where is your Swindon clinic?
The Swindon clinic is at Wood Street Wellbeing, 10 Wood Street, Swindon, SN1 4AB, in Old Town Swindon. There is also a Cotswolds clinic at Greatfield House, Top Road, Kempsford, GL7 4EG, plus online consultations via Zoom for clients elsewhere in the UK.
Do I have to come in person, or can I see you online?
Both options are available. Most consultations are held face to face initially, with Zoom consultations also arranged where most convenient, especially for international clients. Follow-ups can be either face to face or via Zoom.
What happens on the free 20-minute discovery call?
The discovery call is 20 minutes and takes place by Zoom or phone. It is free of charge and is a chance to share what you would like help with, ask any questions about how I work, and discuss whether one of my programmes is right for you.
Will I be put on a long list of supplements?
No. Wherever possible, dietary and lifestyle recommendations are implemented first. Where supplements are appropriate, they are professional-grade and checked against any medications you are taking for safety.
Do you offer functional testing?
Yes, where it is clinically useful. The most common tests are comprehensive stool testing, hormonal testing, hair tissue mineral analysis, food intolerance testing and SIBO breath testing. Testing is never automatic. We discuss whether it is the right next step for you.
Can I claim the cost back on private health insurance?
Westfield and Health Shield offer reimbursement of my therapies on specified corporate paid plans. You will need to check that your employer’s plan covers the therapies offered.
Which areas around Swindon does your clinic cover?
The Old Town Swindon clinic is conveniently located for residents of Swindon, Royal Wootton Bassett, Highworth, Wroughton, Cricklade, Lyneham, Marlborough and the surrounding villages. There is also a Cotswolds clinic in Kempsford which is convenient for clients near Cirencester, Fairford and Lechlade. Online consultations are available UK-wide.
What does a typical first consultation look like?
The initial consultation involves in-depth naturopathic case history taking, plus iridology, tongue and nail analysis. These help me look for inherent strengths and weaknesses and guide the treatment protocol. Education is built in: my aim is for you to understand exactly why each change is being suggested, which gives the changes a much greater chance of sticking.
Wood Street Wellbeing, Old Town Swindon
How to reach me
10 Wood Street, Swindon
SN1 4AB
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