Danielle Guy

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Biography

Danielle is a PhD researcher in Psychology at Bournemouth University, specialising in healthy sustainable eating behaviours. She uses mixed methods to explore the psychological, social, and structural factors influencing sustainable dietary choices in the UK, aiming to identify key barriers and facilitators, and to develop evidence-based strategies for lasting behaviour change.

Her research sits at the intersection of psychology, public health, and nutrition, with broader interests in nutrition security, disordered eating, and the links between diet and mental health. Danielle holds a BSc in Psychology and an MSc in Health Psychology. She is a member of the British Psychological Society, including the Division of Health Psychology, and holds Associate Fellow status with the Higher Education Academy.

Danielle contributes to undergraduate teaching across Psychology, Nutrition, and Rehabilitation and Sports Science, delivering content on behaviour change, research methods, and core psychological theory... She is passionate about making research and teaching engaging, showing students how exciting science can be, and committed to making scientific research impactful and accessible beyond academic settings.

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Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person's work contributes towards the following SDGs:

Zero hunger

"End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture"

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Good health and well-being

"Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages"

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Reduced inequalities

"Reduce inequality within and among countries"

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Responsible consumption and production

"Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns"

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Journal Articles

Arden-Close, E., Sweeting, F., Guy, D., Mallia, C. and Yankouskaya, A., 2025. Exploring medication adherence in Behçet’s disease following COVID-19: a mixed-methods study. Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases, 20 (1).
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van den Heuvel, E., Guy, D.J., Taylor, Z. and Appleton, K.M., 2025. Food consumption norms based on age and income in the UK. British Food Journal, 127 (3), 885-896.
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Guy, D.J., Bray, J. and Appleton, K.M., 2024. Select dietary changes towards sustainability: Impacts on dietary profiles, environmental footprint, and cost. Appetite, 194.
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Whittall, B., Warwick, S.M., Guy, D.J. and Appleton, K.M., 2023. Public understanding of sustainable diets and changes towards sustainability: A qualitative study in a UK population sample. Appetite, 181.
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Conferences

Appleton, K.M., Bielat, A.D., Guy, D.J., Karami, N. and Boxall, L.R., 2024. Dietary recommendations for reducing free sugar intakes: A pilot study investigating effects following advice to substitute sweet high-sugar foods with different alternatives. PROCEEDINGS OF THE NUTRITION SOCIETY, 83 (OCE4).
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Guy, D., Bray, J. and Appleton, K., 2023. The effects of dietary changes towards sustainability on dietary profiles, environmental footprint, and dietary cost. In: British Feeding and Drinking Group 12-14 April 2023 Leeds.
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Internet Publications

Appleton, K. and Guy, D., 2024. Four ways to eat less meat that are better for the planet, your health and your bank balance. The Conversation. Available from: https://theconversation.com/four-ways-to-eat-less-meat-that-are-better-for-the-planet-your-health-and-your-bank-balance-225404.
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Conference Presentations

Conference Presentations

The British Feeding and Drinking Group (BFDG) 47th Annual Meeting, The effects of dietary changes towards sustainability on dietary profiles, environmental footprint, and dietary cost., 11 Apr 2023, Leeds University, UK