About Me

Hi, I’m Dr Asya Barutcu.

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I’m a health researcher and educator with a deep interest in how our behaviours, appetite, movement, and environment shape long-term health. I hold a PhD in exercise, appetite and energy intake, and I’ve spent years working with students, communities and individuals navigating conditions like Type 2 Diabetes, Obesity and Hypertension.

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My work has always focused on helping people understand the why behind their health behaviours, not from a place of judgement, but from curiosity and compassion. I believe that when people truly understand what’s driving their habits, they feel more in control, more confident and more capable of making changes that last.

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Right now, my focus is on sharing clear, accessible health information through Research, Translated, along with practical tools and gentle guidance designed to help you reflect on your own wellbeing.

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Over time, Applied Health Lab will grow to offer personalised support, but for now, my goal is to build a space that feels human, thoughtful, and genuinely useful.

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Outside of work, I’m a mum, a tea lover, and someone who understands firsthand how challenging it can be to prioritise your health when life is busy. That’s why this space exists, to make things feel a little clearer, a little kinder, and a lot more manageable.

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If you’d like to explore more of my work, visit the Research, Translated section or join the mailing list for updates.

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