The Science of Personality & Eating Behavior

Crack the Code Behind Eating Behaviour - Through Personality Science

Instructor: Taneem S. AbujiLanguage: English

About the course

Most diet plans fail not because of poor nutrition science…
…but because they are not aligned with who the client is.

This 2-day masterclass unpacks the hidden psychological forces that shape eating behavior, showing you how personality science can revolutionize counselling, adherence, and long-term results.

If you want deeper insight into your clients, better adherence, more effective counselling, and a more confident practice, this masterclass will transform how you approach nutrition, making your plans more personalized, sustainable, and successful.

Let’s unravel the invisible threads that tie personality → choices → food → health

What You’ll Learn

The Complete Psychology + Nutrition Framework Dietitians Have Been Missing

Day 1: Understanding Personality Traits

Learn why people behave the way they do—beyond food charts.
You’ll master: 

• What personality really is (and how it develops) 

• Temperament vs character vs traits 

The Big Five Traits—Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, Neuroticism 

• Strengths & challenges of each trait 

 • Why personality is flexible, not fixed 

 ✨ You’ll walk away with a psychological “X-ray vision” for human behavior.

Day 2: Personality & Eating Habits

Turn psychology into powerful nutrition action.
You’ll learn: 

• How traits shape cravings, emotional eating, stress eating & impulses 

• Why one diet never works for everyone 

• Core food struggles linked to each trait 

Personality-based strategies for long-term consistency & adherence

 🎯 Perfect for dietitians, coaches, psychologists & behaviour-focused clinicians.

Who This Masterclass Is For:

Clinical & consulting dietitians

Nutritionists working in hospitals or private practice

Health coaches

Psychology & behaviour science practitioners

Students of nutrition, dietetics, psychology

Anyone who supports individuals in improving their lifestyle, weight, or eating habits

If you ever wondered, “Why doesn’t my client follow the plan even when it's perfect?” — this masterclass is your missing puzzle piece 🧩


💔 Why Dietitians Struggle—Even With the Perfect Meal Plan

Dietitians know nutrition. But clients don’t fail because of lack of knowledge — they struggle with emotions, stress, impulse, habits, and personality.


If you’ve faced clients who: 

• Start strong, then fall off track 

• Say, “I know what to do, but I don’t do it” 

• Eat emotionally under stress 

• Jump between diets impulsively 

• Overeat socially to please others 

 Quit after one small slip 

• Resist advice — or overtrack and burn out


👉 The issue isn’t the plan. It’s the personality behind the plate. 

You can create real change only when you understand who your client is—not just what they eat. This masterclass is your gateway to confident counselling, deeper trust, and results that finally last.

🎁Bonus Toolkit: 

Trait-Based Eating Patterns Cheat Sheet (Printable)

Quick-reference guide linking Big Five traits to common diet struggles & strengths.


Client Personality Insight Worksheet'

A guided worksheet that helps you assess a client’s personality in 6 minutes without any formal test.


Counselling Phrases That Backfire—Trait-by-Trait List

What not to say to each personality type to avoid resistance, shutdown, guilt spirals, or rebellion.


Dietitian’s “Difficult Client Decoder"

A humorous but practical mini-guide explaining why clients resist change in diet and how to handle each client with psychological sensitivity

💡 What Makes This Masterclass Unique?

• Based on science, not stereotypes 

• Delivered in a simple, applicable, client-ready format 

• Helps you personalize diets not only by biochemistry but also by behavioral wiring 

• Transforms your counselling approach for better outcomes 

• Turns you into the practitioner clients stick with because “you finally get them”

Meet the Speaker:

Ms. Taneem Abuji

Ms. Taneem Abuji is a PhD scholar at Hirabai Cowasji Jehangir Medical Research Institute, Jehangir Hospital Pune, and a lecturer in nutrition and dietetics. She holds a Masters Degree in Clinical Nutrition and Dietetics, Advanced Diploma in Diet Counselling for Weight Management and is a certified Diabetes Educator. Her area of interest includes hypertension, metabolic disorders, and carbon foot print. She has co-authored an E-booklet titled “Salt & Sodium”. Her strong academic background enables her to deliver clear, science-based content that empowers dietitians with confidence and clarity.

Reasons to Attend....

Relevance

Today’s clients need psychology, not just macro calculations.


Precision

Stop guessing behavior. Start understanding it accurately.

Skill-set

Build a rare counseling advantage in your practice.

Retention

Increase long-term client compliance and follow-ups.


Authority

Position yourself as a behavior-informed nutritionist.

Expansion

Unlock deeper therapy-level insight without a psychology degree.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this too psychological for nutrition students?

No, it is simplified and directly linked to nutrition counseling practice.

Will this improve my real client results?

Yes, it helps you understand resistance, relapse, and compliance psychologically.

Do I need a psychology background?

No prior psychology knowledge is required to attend.

Is this only theory or also practical?

It is deeply practical with case discussions and behavior mapping.

Will I receive proof of participation?

Yes, a professional digital certificate will be provided.

Can this help in internships and private practice?

Yes, it directly strengthens client interaction and counseling success.