Jake Biggs's Health Story
Hi, I’m Jake! This is my health journey — the path that led me to becoming an accredited clinical nutritionist, sports nutritionist, and keynote speaker.
I’m not your typical nutritionist. My story is one of extreme challenge, resilience, and transformation. After surviving severe anorexia nervosa and a brain tumor, I didn’t just recover — I rebuilt myself from the ground up. I dedicated my life to mastering the evidence-based science of nutrition and achieving extraordinary health. I’ve tested nearly every diet imaginable, pushed through extreme physical and mental challenges, and turned lived adversity into practical expertise that I now use to help others. I know exactly how to help anyone reach their healthiest weight, highest energy, and peak performance — because I’ve walked the path myself. My approach is lived, proven, and relentlessly results-driven.
I first developed severe anorexia nervosa at just 15 years old. Over the next decade, my condition became life-threatening. I required 20 hospital admissions and faced the very real possibility of death multiple times. The effects of starvation were not just physical — they permeated every part of my life. I was malnourished, weak, and often unable to function like a normal teenager, while my mind was trapped in cycles of obsession, fear, and anxiety around food.
One of the most extreme episodes occurred after going without any food for seven days. My heart rate dropped to just 25 beats per minute — a dangerously low level compared to the normal healthy range of 60–100. My doctors and nurses feared I wouldn’t wake up the next day. They told my family that, given my critically low heart rate, there was a very real chance my heart could stop overnight. That night, lying in a hospital bed, I remember thinking to myself with absolute clarity, “Jake, you’re not going to wake up tomorrow.” I later shared this moment as a closing keynote speaker, reflecting on the terror and certainty I felt in that moment — and the raw fragility of life.
Against all odds, I did wake up the next day. That survival wasn’t just luck; it was a turning point that marked the beginning of a deeper understanding of the human body. Experiencing life completely starved of essential nutrients gave me firsthand insight into what happens when the body and mind are malnourished. I felt every physiological consequence — extreme fatigue, brittle hair and nails, disrupted hormonal balance, impaired cognitive function, and a body that literally struggled to sustain life. I also experienced the psychological impact: anxiety, mood swings, obsessive thoughts, and an overwhelming sense of helplessness. I learned the hard way how a lack of proper nutrition can systematically shut down not just your physical systems, but your ability to think, feel, and function fully.
This period of my life wasn’t just survival; it became my education in human biology under extreme conditions. I saw clearly the devastating consequences of depriving the body of high-quality nutrition — not just for a few days or weeks, but every single day, 365 days a year. I learned the importance of macronutrients, micronutrients, vitamins, minerals, hydration, and the timing and quality of food. I witnessed the interconnectedness of mind and body in ways that no textbook could teach me.
My journey through anorexia didn’t stop there. Following my recovery, I faced another monumental challenge: a Grade 3 Frontal Lobe Astrocytoma brain tumor. This experience pushed me to rebuild not just my nutrition and body, but my neurological function, energy systems, and overall wellbeing. It was during this time that I discovered the full, transformative power of nutrition: how food is not just fuel, but medicine, a performance enhancer, and a tool for long-term prevention. Every meal, every nutrient, every decision about what I put in my body became an act of self-rebuilding, self-preservation, and empowerment.
These lived experiences now form the foundation of everything I do as a nutritionist. I understand, on a cellular level, what it takes to rebuild a body that has been broken down by years of deprivation, illness, and trauma. I know what it means to reclaim energy, restore optimal function, and rebuild confidence in one’s own body. And I use that knowledge every day to help my clients — whether they are struggling with weight loss, seeking peak athletic performance, or simply trying to feel like themselves again.
Through this journey, I learned a truth that shapes my philosophy: nutrition is far more than calories and macros. It’s about restoring the connection between the body and mind, rebuilding from the inside out, and using evidence-based strategies to create lasting health. I know what it feels like to be at rock bottom, and I know what it feels like to come back stronger, healthier, and more capable than ever. My mission is to guide others along that same path — to give them not just a plan, but the knowledge, mindset, and confidence to thrive every single day.
These experiences taught me that true transformation doesn’t happen through restriction, shortcuts, or one-size-fits-all approaches. It happens when nutrition is personalised — when it’s designed around an individual’s unique biology, lifestyle, and goals. I take the latest scientific research and translate it into strategies that are practical, sustainable, and tailored to each person. I don’t just give meal plans; I teach people how to understand their bodies, interpret signals, and make informed choices that last a lifetime.
I also know that mindset is just as important as what’s on your plate. Overcoming years of severe illness showed me that the way we think about food, health, and our bodies can either trap us or empower us. That’s why I focus on education and empowerment, helping clients build confidence in their ability to make decisions that support their energy, performance, and overall wellbeing. By combining knowledge, strategy, and lived experience, I help people move past temporary fixes or fad diets and create habits that truly stick.
Ultimately, my mission is to shift the conversation around health and nutrition. I want to move people away from confusion, restriction, and fear — and toward clarity, confidence, and progress. By sharing my journey and applying evidence-based practices, I aim to inspire and support clients every step of the way. With my guidance, you’re not just chasing short-term goals — you’re investing in a stronger, healthier, and more vibrant future that lasts.
I guide my clients to understand their bodies deeply, recognise what works best for them, and build confidence in making sustainable choices long after our time together ends. This empowers people to move past temporary diets or fads and instead create lifelong habits that fuel their wellbeing, prevent burnout, and elevate everyday performance.
Ultimately, my mission is to shift the narrative around nutrition — from restriction and confusion to clarity, empowerment, and progress. By combining my lived experience with clinical expertise, I provide a rare, compassionate perspective that motivates and supports my clients every step of the way. With my guidance, you’re not just chasing short-term goals — you’re investing in a healthier, stronger, and more vibrant future that lasts.
Jake Biggs: Accredited Clinical Nutritionist & Sports Nutrition Credentials
Bachelor of Health Science (Nutritional & Dietetic Medicine), Majoring in Sports Nutrition – Graduating with High Distinction Honors.
