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Margarida Caria

@margaridacaria

Senior clinical nutritionist delivering evidence-based metabolic health solutions.

Portugal
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What I'm looking for

I am looking for remote, science-driven roles where I can apply evidence-based nutrition strategies to improve metabolic health, lead product formulation and labelling projects, and collaborate with R&D and clinical teams for measurable impact.

I am a senior clinical nutritionist with over 10 years of experience in medical nutrition therapy, weight management, dietary planning, supplements, functional foods, and product formulation and labelling. I have conducted more than 17,000 individual clinical consultations and supported clinical trials that demonstrated meaningful long-term weight loss.

I have led product research and formulation efforts including protein blends, functional beverages, ready-to-eat meals, and validated nutritional labelling and claims in compliance with EU regulations, contributing to annual supplement sales of approximately €130,000. I have also supervised food service operations, ensured HACCP and EU legislation conformity, and created hospital menus aligned with clinical dietary guidelines.

I seek remote opportunities where I can apply evidence-based, science-driven nutrition strategies to improve metabolic health and long-term wellbeing, while collaborating with R&D, marketing, and clinical teams to develop scalable, compliant nutrition products and services.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

FA
Current

Clinical Nutritionist

Farmodiética

Jan 2018 - Present (7 years 10 months)

Senior clinical nutritionist who conducted over 17,000 individual consultations, implemented personalized nutrition and supplement protocols, and supported a clinical trial yielding an average 15.5% weight loss after 18 months.

IC

Product Development Specialist

Independent / Various Clients

Jan 2018 - Dec 2022 (4 years 11 months)

Led research, formulation and validation of nutrition products (protein blends, functional beverages, RTE meals) and created compliant EU nutritional labelling and claims for brands and restaurants.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

EE

Escola Superior de Tecnologia da Saúde de Lisboa (ESTeSL)

Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics and Nutrition, Dietetics and Nutrition

2010 - 2014

Activities and societies: Six clinical internships in hospital settings; training in therapeutic diet planning, metabolic disorder management, and clinical nutrition practice.

Completed a Bachelor's Degree in Dietetics and Nutrition with six clinical internships in hospital settings covering therapeutic diet planning and metabolic disorders.

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Software and tools used professionally

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