Biography
Dr Danielle Guy is a Lecturer 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. Her broader interests include nutrition security and the impact of diet on physical and mental wellbeing, including disordered eating and body image. 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 leads units across Psychology and Nutrition at both undergraduate and postgraduate level, 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.
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"
Good health and well-being
"Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages"
Responsible consumption and production
"Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns"
Journal Articles
- Guy, D.J., Bray, J., Appleton, K.M., 2026. Knowledge, Perceived Importance, Current Uptake, and Willingness to Adopt Healthy Sustainable Dietary Actions: A Cross-Sectional Study of UK Adults. Nutrients, 18 (3).
- Arden-Close, E., Sweeting, F., Guy, D., Mallia, C., Yankouskaya, A., 2025. Exploring medication adherence in Behçet’s disease following COVID-19: a mixed-methods study. Orphanet Journal of Rare Diseases, 20 (1).
- van den Heuvel, E., Guy, D.J., Taylor, Z., Appleton, K.M., 2025. Food consumption norms based on age and income in the UK. British Food Journal, 127 (3), 885-896.
- Guy, D.J., Bray, J., Appleton, K.M., 2024. Select dietary changes towards sustainability: Impacts on dietary profiles, environmental footprint, and cost. Appetite, 194.
- Whittall, B., Warwick, S.M., Guy, D.J., Appleton, K.M., 2023. Public understanding of sustainable diets and changes towards sustainability: A qualitative study in a UK population sample. Appetite, 181.
Conferences
- Appleton, K.M., Bielat, A.D., Guy, D.J., Karami, N., 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).
- Guy, D., Bray, J., Appleton, K., 2023. The effects of dietary changes towards sustainability on dietary profiles, environmental footprint, and dietary cost. In: British Feeding and Drinking Group 12/04/2023 Leeds.
Internet Publications
- Appleton, K., 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 [Accessed 18/03/2024].
Honours
- Associate Fellow (Higher Education Academy, 2023)
Memberships
- AgriFood4NetZeroNetwork+, Member (2025-), https://www.agrifood4netzero.net/
- THRIVING Food Futures Early Career Research (ECR) Network, Member (2025-), https://www.phc.ox.ac.uk/research/research-themes/health-behaviours-theme/sustainable-healthy-food-group/thriving
- British Psychological Society, Member (2020-), https://www.bps.org.uk/
Social Media Links
- LinkedIn, http://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellejguy