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Health and Nutrition Coaching for Women in Midlife

Personalised nutrition services designed to support women navigating perimenopause and menopause. Using a systems-biology approach and detailed blood panel analysis, tailored nutrition plans are developed to support metabolic health and overall wellness during this important life stage.

While the Metabolic Balance® program is designed for a wide range of health goals, it is particularly effective for managing the metabolic changes and nutritional needs common in midlife, helping clients feel balanced, energized, and empowered.

How I work

Individualised care

I believe that each person has their own set of needs, goals and biomedical factors, so a one-size-fits-all approach to nutrition isn't going to work. That's why I take the time to get to know my clients, their goals, and their struggles—so I can help them figure out what foods and habits will work for them.

Evidence-informed

I believe in evidence-informed practice: using the latest research and studies. This means that even though there are a lot of different opinions out there, you can be sure that when I give you advice or make recommendations, it based on research.

Education

Finally, education: I want you to feel empowered by your own health decisions, so I’m passionate about helping you understand why food choices matter and showing you ways to improve your overall health.

Metabolic Balance® Program

Each Metabolic Balance® diet plan is completely unique to the individual, created by analysing 36 blood values along with body measurements and food preferences.

This personalised approach is especially helpful for women experiencing perimenopause and menopause, supporting healthy weight management and metabolic balance during these hormonal transitions.

If you are struggling with losing weight and hormonal changes associated with this life stage, Metabolic Balance® offers a proven, step-by-step process to help reset your metabolism, support hormonal balance, and achieve sustainable weight loss.

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Nutrition services

Helping you live your healthiest life through personalised nutrition coaching tailored to your unique needs—especially during perimenopause and menopause.

Using evidence-informed practices, the focus is on supporting hormonal balance, managing weight changes, reducing fatigue, and improving overall wellbeing during this transitional phase. Together, a one-on-one plan is created based on your goals, lifestyle, and the specific challenges that come with midlife nutrition and metabolism.

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Menopause nutrition plan

Feel nourished, clear, and in control through the next phase.

The menopause transition can bring on new challenges — from changes in body composition and energy levels to increased inflammation or difficulty sleeping. This stage may feel unfamiliar, but it doesn’t have to feel unmanageable.

Using a food-first, personalised approach grounded in clinical nutrition and the Metabolic Balance® program, I help you work with your body’s changing needs. With your unique blood values and goals as a guide, we create a practical plan to support your metabolism, sustain energy, and help you feel well day-to-day.

Menopause isn’t something to “fix” — it’s something to navigate with the right support. Nutrition can be a steady foundation as you move into this new season of life.

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Frequently asked questions

If you haven’t seen a Clinical Nutritionist before you may be wondering how they can help with diet and nutrition.

If you can’t find an answer to your question here, please contact me.

How can a Clinical Nutritionist help with diet and nutrition?
It's true that a lot of people don't know what to expect from seeing a clinical nutritionist. They think it'll be like going to the doctor and getting a prescription for some kind of medicine, but that couldn't be further from the truth!

Clinical nutritionists help you figure out what foods your body needs to thrive and/or what foods your body needs to avoid — whether you are losing weight, struggling with illness or even just maintaining your energy levels throughout the day I can help.
How much does the Metabolic Balance® program cost?
$1500. This includes:
- Your personalised MB plan
- 36-panel blood pathology draw
- 7 Coaching sessions over 12 weeks
- Recipe e-book
- For more information visit the Metabolic Balance® Program
How do I know what to eat on the Metabolic Balance® nutrition plan?
How does Metabolic Balance® help with PCOS?
How can Metabolic Balance® help insulin resistance?
Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas which is critical for the body’s use of glucose as energy. Insulin resistance is a condition in which the body’s cells become resistant to the effects of insulin. This can lead to high blood pressure, abdominal obesity, PCOS, type 2 diabetes and elevated cholesterol levels.

By reducing body weight by 8-10% you can reduce and sometimes reverse early signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes by improving insulin sensitivity.
How can Metabolic Balance help® with depression
How can Metabolic Balance® help with gout and flushing of toxins?
Gout is a disease in which defective metabolism of uric acid is seen particularly in the smaller bones of the feet resulting in acute pain. Individuals with gout need to reduce their intake of foods that are high in purines (red meat, fruit juices, sugar drinks, alcohol and seafood). The Metabolic Balance programs give proper suggestions based on the individuals blood analysis and the types and amounts of proteins they should consume. The platform of Metabolic Balance ensures proper flushing of toxins and adequate water intake will help to improve kidney function so that excess uric acid can be flushed out.
Can Metabolic Balance® help with infertility?
Infertility can be caused by many reasons. Metabolic Balance works with healthy proteins and balanced nutrition which work on insulin and reduced inflammation restoring the hormonal health required for fertility. The regulation of insulin leads to proper production of DHEA (the mother of hormones). As the body produces these hormones in adequate amounts, the chances of fertility in both the male and females is increased. Metabolic Balance helps with both the macro and micronutrient requirements.