About Ilay Polat
Your Guide to Lasting Wellness & Mindset Transformation
Meet Ilay Polat, MS
Your Integrative Health & Nutrition Coach
Hi, I’m Ilay, and I believe that true wellness goes beyond what’s on your plate. I help high-achievers, busy professionals, and individuals struggling with stress, emotional eating, and weight challenges build a sustainable, balanced lifestyle—one that nurtures both the body and mind.
My journey started in the field of clinical nutrition, but I quickly realized that nutrition alone is not enough. True transformation happens when we address the root causes—your habits, mindset, and relationship with food. That’s why I combine science-based nutrition strategies with behavior change coaching to help my clients achieve lasting results.
Science Meets Soul
My coaching is not about strict meal plans or willpower—it’s about understanding your body, rewiring your mindset, and creating habits that feel effortless.
I use a holistic, evidence-based approach that combines:
✔ Functional & Integrative Nutrition – Personalized nutrition for your body’s needs
✔ Behavior Change Psychology – Addressing emotional eating & self-sabotage patterns
✔ Mindfulness & Stress Resilience – Building confidence & self-awareness
This means we don’t just focus on what to eat, but also why you eat the way you do, how to break free from diet culture, and how to create a healthy relationship with food and yourself.
My Credentials & Expertise
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Master’s Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics – Okan University
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Board-Certified Health & Wellness Coach (NBHWC)
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Certified Integrative Health Coach – Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN)
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Precision Nutrition Certified Coach – Precision Nutrition
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CDC Diabetes Prevention Program Coach
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Certified in Behavior Change & Well-Being Coaching – Virgin Pulse & Personify Health First Aid Mental Health Certification
How I Can Help You
Whether you’ve tried every diet, struggled with stress eating, or feel stuck in an unhealthy cycle, I’m here to help you create a plan that actually works for YOU.
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1:1 Personalized Coaching – Nutrition, behavior change, stress resilience
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Medical Nutrition Therapy (HSA/FSA Eligible) – Weight management, gut health, metabolic wellness
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Mindset & Emotional Eating Coaching – Overcome stress eating & build mindful habit
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Group Programs & Workshops – Community-driven support for accountability
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Corporate Wellness Coaching – Helping teams improve workplace health
My background blends nutrition science, behavior change coaching, and holistic wellness
Professional Certifications & Credentials
As a Certified Health Coach (NBHWC) with specialized training in Integrative & Functional Nutrition, I bring evidence-based strategies to support sustainable health transformations. My expertise bridges science-backed nutrition, behavior change, and holistic coaching to create lasting results.
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Master’s Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics – Okan University
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Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics – Halic University
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Board-Certified Health Coach (NBHWC)
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Institute for Integrative Nutrition (IIN) – Integrative Health Coach
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Precision Nutrition – Certified Nutrition Coach
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First Aid Mental Health Certification
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Behavior Change & Wellbeing Coaching – Virgin Pulse / Personify Health
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CDC-trained Lifestyle Coach leads the National Diabetes Prevention Program (National DPP) lifestyle change program
Why Work With Me?
✔ No More Diets – Just a Lifestyle You Love – I help you find a sustainable, flexible approach that works long-term
✔ Root Cause Focused – We dig deep into habits, emotions, and mindset blocks to create true transformation
✔ Empathy-Driven Coaching – A judgment-free, supportive space for your journey
✔ Science-Backed & Personalized – You get practical, evidence-based strategies tailored to YOU
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