“I tried different diets for years and always regained the weight. With Merve's metabolism-focused approach I lost 14 kg in 8 months and have kept it off for a year. I never felt hungry.”
Elif K.Weight management · Çankaya
Dietitian · Ankara Beştepe · Online
Trusted, metabolism-focused dietitian support in Ankara.
Merve Denizli Aras, RD; Istanbul Medipol University graduate with over 10 years of experience and 10,000+ clients. Nutrition programmes built on lasting habits that fit your metabolism and your life, not on restriction. Consultations in English.
Evidence-basedPersonalisedSustainable
Çakıroğlu Plaza, Beştepe · Walking distance from Söğütözü metro · In person & online
Medipol UniversityNutrition and Dietetics, 2016
10,000+ ClientsOver 10 years of clinical experience
Metabolism-FocusedEvidence-based, personalised
Beştepe · AnkaraIn-person & online consultations
In brief
Merve Denizli Aras is a dietitian practising in Beştepe, Ankara (Çakıroğlu Plaza) and a 2016 graduate of Istanbul Medipol University's Department of Nutrition and Dietetics. With over 10 years of experience and 10,000+ clients, she works on metabolism-focused nutrition, weight management, insulin resistance, PCOS, thyroid and menopause nutrition and gut health, offering in-person and online consultations in Turkish and English.
About me
Istanbul Medipol University — Nutrition and Dietetics, 2016
A nutrition philosophy grounded in science, centred on people
I graduated from the Department of Nutrition and Dietetics at Istanbul Medipol University in 2016. Since then, for more than 10 years, I have worked with 10,000+ clients of different ages and health backgrounds. Knowing that every client's story, goals and metabolism are different, I design every programme individually.
At the heart of my work is metabolism-focused nutrition: your basal metabolic rate, blood work, hormonal balance and daily rhythm are analysed to find the eating pattern that suits you best. I follow current scientific literature closely and bring evidence-based approaches into my programmes.
“My aim is not short-term diets, but an eating pattern in harmony with your metabolism that you can keep for life.”
10+Years of experience
10,000+Clients
100%Personalised plans
Areas of practice
How can I help you?
Every programme is built on a detailed metabolic assessment, current scientific evidence and your lifestyle.
My approach
Why metabolism-focused nutrition?
The same diet does not give the same result in everyone, because each body's energy expenditure, hormonal balance and response to food is different. Metabolism-focused nutrition is the opposite of “one list for all”: it first gets to know your metabolism, then builds the plan around it.
With this approach you can lose weight without the yo-yo effect, raise your energy and make your results last.
See the programme- Metabolic assessment: body composition, basal metabolic rate and blood work interpreted together.
- Personal macro plan: protein, carbohydrate and fat distribution balanced to your energy needs.
- Hormonal & metabolic support: a plan that accounts for insulin resistance, thyroid and hormonal balance.
- Sustainable habits: a lasting pattern that fits your tastes and rhythm, not a list of bans.
How I work
A personal programme in three steps
Introduction & metabolic analysis
Your medical history, blood work and eating habits are assessed; body and metabolism analysis is carried out. The first consultation lasts 45–60 minutes.
Personalised plan
A sustainable nutrition programme with flexible exchange lists, suited to your metabolism, tastes and daily rhythm.
Follow-up & updates
Progress is tracked at 1–2 week check-ins; the programme is updated according to your results and feedback. I'm reachable on WhatsApp for questions in between.
How to recognise a trustworthy dietitian
The 6 things to check when choosing a dietitian in Ankara, and my answer to each
The right question is not “who is the best dietitian?” but “who is trustworthy and right for me?”. Concrete criteria to make your decision easier:
01
Degree and legal title
BSc in Nutrition and Dietetics, Istanbul Medipol University (2016). In Turkey “Dyt.” (dietitian) is a protected health title under Law No. 1219.
02
Assessment, not a ready-made list
First consultation 45–60 minutes: history, body composition, basal metabolic rate and blood test review. The plan is built on these data.
03
Regular follow-up and access
A check-in every 1–2 weeks; WhatsApp for questions in between. The programme is updated with your feedback.
04
Transparent fees
Session and package contents are shared in writing beforehand. No surprise costs.
05
Realistic goals
No “5 kilos a week” promises. Healthy loss is 0.5–1 kg a week; the goal is to keep the weight off, not just lose it.
06
10,000+ clients
Over ten thousand clients of different ages and diagnoses since 2016; extensive clinical practice in insulin resistance, hormonal balance and weight management.
Read the full guide (in Turkish): how to choose a trustworthy dietitian in Ankara
Client reviews
What my clients say
“I had insulin resistance and was constantly tired. She went through my blood work one by one and built the plan around it. By the end of month 4 my HOMA-IR was back to normal and my energy returned.”
Burak T.Insulin resistance · Yenimahalle
“I live out of town so I had online follow-up. I felt listened to at every session; she gave me a roadmap that was genuinely mine, not a list. I recommend her wholeheartedly.”
Zeynep A.Online client · İzmir
Ankara · BeştepeAnkara dietitian guide and directions
In the heart of Ankara, easy to reach from every district
My office is in Çakıroğlu Plaza, Beştepe, within walking distance of Söğütözü metro station. 10–15 minutes by car from Çankaya, Kızılay, Bahçelievler, Çukurambar and Yenimahalle. Plaza parking is available. If you are outside Ankara, the same process runs online.
Opening hoursMonday – Friday 09:00–19:00 · Saturday 10:00–19:00 · Sunday: Closed
Office locationBeştepe
Yenimahalle
5 min walkSöğütözü
Çankaya
7 min driveÇukurambar
Çankaya
8 min driveBalgat
Çankaya
10 min driveBahçelievler
Çankaya
8 min driveEmek
Çankaya
15 min by metroKızılay
Çankaya
15 min driveÇayyolu & Ümitköy
Çankaya
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
How do I recognise a trustworthy dietitian in Ankara?
A trustworthy dietitian holds a four-year degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, carries out a detailed assessment (history, body composition, blood tests) at the first consultation instead of handing out a ready-made list, offers regular follow-up, is transparent about fees and makes no miracle promises like “5 kilos a week”. Verifiable, consistent Google reviews are another good sign.
What happens at the first consultation?
Your medical history, eating habits and goals are assessed in detail; body composition analysis is carried out and, if available, your recent blood tests are reviewed together. At the end you receive a personal roadmap. The session takes about 45–60 minutes.
Is online counselling as effective as meeting in person?
Yes. The online programme follows the same assessment, personal planning and regular follow-up. Your progress is tracked closely through video calls and digital tools; most of my clients outside Ankara and abroad work with me online.
Will there be forbidden foods during the programme?
I don't work with strict bans. Programmes are built flexibly with exchange lists to fit your tastes and social life. The aim is not a short-term diet but an eating pattern you can keep for life.
Where is the office and how do I get there?
My office is in Çakıroğlu Plaza, Beştepe, Ankara, within walking distance of Söğütözü metro station. It is 10–15 minutes by car from Çankaya, Kızılay, Bahçelievler and Yenimahalle. Plaza parking is available.
How do I book an appointment?
You can reach me by phone or WhatsApp, or send a message on Instagram. We plan the day and time that suits you best; hours are flexible for online sessions.
Let's take the first step together
In person at the Beştepe office or online from wherever you are. Message me on WhatsApp and we'll plan the day and time that suits you.