About Me

I have been a part of the dynamic Diet Solutions team since 2017. My extensive experience in the gastroenterology field has allowed me to fully appreciate the physical and mental challenges faced by clients with gastrointestinal issues. I am passionate about supporting clients not just with their dietary needs but with their emotional journeys as well, towards how to enjoy foods again despite their food intolerances to optimise their overall health, and mental and physical well being.

Positive. Holistic. Compassionate. Mother.

My Experience

I have over 15 years’ experience working in the area in both the clinical and private practice setting. Clinically, I worked for several years at St Vincent’s Hospital, Melbourne and completed nutritional research within the Department of Gastroenterology, Box Hill Hospital. I have a special interest in Coeliac Disease.

Other things I have done

  • presented the “Great Start Workshops” and at the annual Gluten Free Expos for Coeliac Australia in Victoria
  • written an article for "The Australian Coeliac" magazine, on "Gluten Free Foods for Good Gut Health"
  • successfully completed the ‘Monash University low FODMAP diet for IBS’ course
  • presented for "Circle In", a working parent connection platform, on "Healthy Eating in Busy Times"
  • completed "Motivational Interviewing" professional development workshop, Mentha Consulting

Specialises in

  • irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
  • inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis)
  • coeliac disease
  • chronic constipation
  • chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS)
  • diverticular disease
  • enhancing gut health
  • eosinophilic oesophagitis (EoE)
  • functional dyspepsia
  • gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • gastroparesis
  • food intolerances (including food chemical intolerances; RPAH/FAILSAFE diet)
  • low FODMAP diet (3 phases)
  • small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO)
  • stoma management
  • nutrition support after bowel resection / surgery
  • cardiovascular health
  • diabetes
  • pre diabetes
  • fluid retention
  • healthy eating
  • non-diet approach to weight management
  • pregnancy nutrition
  • vegetarian / plant based nutrition
  • weight management
  • mentoring

Articles

Some fibres are more gassy than others

Part 3 of our 4 part series on dietary fibre looks at why gas isn’t (always) bad.

Gut Health

Am I getting enough fibre in my diet?

Part 4 of our dietary fibre series. We answer the big question – how much fibre are you getting?

Gut Health

Not all dietary fibre are created equal

Part 2 of our dietary fibre series looks at the different types of fibre in our diet.

Gut Health

Understanding dietary fibre

Who wouldn’t want to know more about dietary fibre? Part 1 of our 4 part series on fibre.

Gut Health