The Woman Behind the Coaching
Hello, I’m Nadine Sommer.
I support women with more understanding of their bodies, not more pressure. Because I know from experience how frustrating it is to try so hard, explore so many approaches and still feel stuck.
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My Story
I Know This Cycle. From My Own Life.
In my early thirties, I did everything that was considered healthy. I watched what I ate and exercised. Yet my weight wouldn’t go down. Instead, cravings appeared — especially in the evenings after a long day. I was constantly tired, low on energy and felt that something was wrong with me.
Then came the diagnosis: insulin resistance and PMOS (formerly PCOS). Suddenly, so much made sense. My cravings weren’t a sign of weakness. My body was sending signals I hadn’t yet understood.
After a stressful day at work, I used to stop at McDonald’s or eat a whole bag of M&M’s in front of the television. Now I know: my body wasn’t getting what it needed, and I was exhausted. When I started eating enough to feel satisfied, taking breaks seriously and keeping my trigger foods out of the house, the cravings eased noticeably — and I had energy for everyday life again.
Today, I know it doesn’t take a stricter diet. It takes an approach that considers blood sugar, hormones, sleep, stress and real life. That’s how I work with my clients.
How I Work
With Your Body. Not Against It.
I don’t work with one-size-fits-all plans or more diet pressure. My approach considers your body, your everyday life and your personal circumstances. It goes beyond nutrition to include sleep, stress, movement and mindset. I combine knowledge of nutrition, hormones, insulin resistance and metabolism with support that works in real life, not just in theory.
Clear, Not Complicated
Understandable steps you can put into practice — rather than another plan that demands perfection.
Everyday Life, Not Extremes
Change needs to fit your real life. With room for enjoyment and for you.
Understanding, Not Fighting
Your body isn’t your enemy. Its signals help us understand your way forward.
Qualifications
Personal Experience. Grounded Knowledge.
BSc Nutritional Science (in progress)
IU International University · studying since 2024
Hormone Health Coach
Institute for Integrative Nutrition · New York
Integrative Nutrition Health Coach
Institute for Integrative Nutrition · New York
BA Education
PH Bern
Personal Experience
with insulin resistance, cravings, excess weight and PMOS
I’m not a doctor and I don’t make diagnoses. My coaching complements medical care; it does not replace it.
A Little More About Me
And Outside of Coaching?
- I live with my family near Zurich.
- Before becoming a coach, I worked as a teacher. Making complicated things easy to understand is second nature to me.
- My favourite pastime: trying new recipes that are satisfying and full of flavour.
- I recharge on walks in the forest and on holidays by the sea.
- My ongoing challenge: my love of chocolate — it never lasts long.