Alexandra Jamieson is an American actress, cookbook author, health coach, and wellness expert. She is best known as the co-star of the documentary Super Size Me, which charted her fiancé, Morgan Spurlock’s, dramatic weight loss journey. Jamieson has also authored several cookbooks, including The Great American Detox Diet, Vegan Cooking for Dummies, and Women, Food, and Desire.
Jamieson was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. She studied film and theatre at Syracuse University, before moving to New York City to pursue an acting career. She quickly gained work as a model, appearing in magazines such as Elle and Vogue. She then landed roles in television shows such as The Sopranos, Sex and the City, and Law & Order.
It was during this time that Jamieson developed an interest in nutrition and health. She went on to obtain a degree in nutrition and health coaching from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. She then began working as a health and wellness coach, helping clients improve their diet and lifestyle. In 2005, she was approached by Morgan Spurlock to be the nutritionist for his documentary Super Size Me. Jamieson embarked on a three-month journey with Spurlock, helping him to turn his health around. The documentary went on to win several awards, including an Academy Award nomination.
Following the success of Super Size Me, Jamieson wrote and published her first book, The Great American Detox Diet. The book was a bestseller and was followed by three other health and nutrition related books. In addition to writing, she has also hosted a podcast, Women, Food and Desire, which focuses on the relationship between food and emotions.
Jamieson is an advocate for sustainable and healthy living. She is a certified yoga instructor, and also teaches classes on nutrition and healthy cooking. She also regularly appears on television and radio programs, discussing nutrition and health related topics.
In her personal life, Jamieson is married to Morgan Spurlock and they have two children together. She currently lives in Los Angeles, California, where she continues to work as a health and wellness coach, author, and spokesperson.
