Meet the iThrive Academy Alumni

They came to learn and look where they went.

Some came with years of experience, some with a career plan, and others with a thousand questions about health and no idea where those questions might lead.

Today, our alumni are taking what they learned in different directions. Some are exploring new professional opportunities, some are building ventures, some are teaching, and others are bringing fresh perspectives to the work they already do.

A Little About Our Alumni Community

Every number represents people who showed up, asked questions and put time into learning something new.

20+
Practitioner
20+
Countries represented
20+
Programmes completed

One Learning Experience
But Different Directions.

A functional nutrition qualification can become part of different professional journeys. Here’s a look at some of the directions our alumni have taken.

Alumni stories

Shweta Bahjbhuje

ICFN · 45

Founder - DOT Diet Clinic and Wellness Centre Since starting my diet clinic in 2023, my approach to patient care has evolved beyond conventional diet planning. My Certified Functional Nutrition course from iThrive empowered me to interpret blood reports, identify underlying imbalances, and create personalized nutrition and wellness plans. It has deepened my understanding of health dysfunctions and strengthened my ability to make informed, evidence-based decisions for better client outcomes.

Nainaa Choprra

Founder - The Root Clinic Before stepping into Functional Medicine, I was practicing as a therapist and child psychologist and already had a keen interest in nutrition and its role in overall health. In 2022, I joined iThrive, and that became an important turning point in my professional journey. It helped me connect my existing knowledge with a deeper understanding of how nutrition, lifestyle, and different systems of the body influence our health. With this new perspective, I decided to take my practice in a different direction, and in 2023, I established The Root Clinic as a physical clinic.

Tina Goyal

Co-founder - HealThyPrana Coming from a background in Finance, Marketing, and entrepreneurship, my journey into functional nutrition began with a passion for understanding health beyond symptoms and addressing the root causes of chronic conditions. iThrive played a pivotal role in transforming this passion into a science-backed profession, deepening my understanding of human physiology, blood work analysis, interconnected body systems, and personalised nutrition interventions. In December 2024, I co-founded HealThy Prana . Today, having guided over 50 clients, our greatest fulfilment lies in witnessing meaningful health transformations and empowering individuals to take charge of their well-being through sustainable, root-cause-focused lifestyle changes.

Hemangi Chauhan

Founder - Doctor Gym I started my journey in 2020, running my own gym and working as a doctor and sports nutritionist. Over time, I realised that my existing knowledge was not enough to truly understand the complexities of health, metabolism, and individual needs. That’s when my learning journey with iThrive became a turning point in my professional life. iThrive helped me broaden my perspective, question conventional approaches, and develop a deeper understanding of nutrition and holistic health. It has transformed the way I think, learn, and approach my work. I’m grateful to iThrive for helping me grow beyond my existing knowledge and become a more informed practitioner.

Don’t Just Take Our Word for It

Course descriptions tell you what you’ll study but graduates can tell you what the experience was actually like.

Hear directly from people who’ve been in the classroom. What did they enjoy? What challenged them? What did they find useful? And what do they wish they’d known before starting?

Falak Kukreja

This iThrive course has given so much knowledge about nutrition, gut health, and overall health. I have learned how important it is to understand root causes, not just symptoms. It has changed the way I look at healthy living. I would highly recommend it to anyone who wants to understand their body better.

Neharika

Pune

I highly recommend iThrive Academy & Research Centre for functional nutrition. The course goes beyond diet plans, focusing on root causes, case studies, and practical learning. The supportive mentors and interactive sessions helped me build confidence in applying functional nutrition in practice.

Trupthi Sahgal

As a Batch 41 student at iThrive Academy, I’ve gained a deeper understanding of root-cause-oriented health, personalised nutrition, and clinical reasoning. With my background in Food Science and Nutrition, this journey has strengthened my approach to individualised client care and inspired me to grow as a nutrition professional.

Mrunali Suryawanshi

Pune

I was a student of Batch 60. I feel it’s a very good and intensive course. The course content is informative and has definitely improved my knowledge and confidence in Functional nutrition. Highly recommend. Would give it a 11/10.