Guardian Dietitian

25/07/2025

📍Face-to-face is back. Same mission, new space—and a whole lot of care waiting for you at 80 Paisley St, Footscray.

Designed by the brilliant Liana Lucca-Pope from , the space feels less like a medical clinic, more like a gentle counselling room. Because food is emotional—and healing happens best in environments that feel safe, curious, and attuned. I’ve been lucky enough to sit in on some pretty powerful conversations already.

We support people across all ages, genders, neurotypes and backgrounds—navigating:

⚖️ Weight concerns
🧠 Eating disorders & disordered eating
🌱 Gut health & IBS (including low FODMAP)
🩺 Chronic conditions like diabetes, PCOS, high cholesterol and heart disease
🍽️ Nutrition through life stages—babies, children, adolescents, pregnancy, menopause, aging
💬 Emotional eating, body image, and food relationship

Huge appreciation to our incredible dietitians who travel across Melbourne to make this more accessible. Your presence means the world.

Special shoutouts:
💻 continues to offer Telehealth consults from NSW—bringing her warmth and expertise wherever you are.
🌍 will soon relocate to West Africa, but will keep consulting via Telehealth. Her care continues to reach across borders.

If you’ve been feeling ready to explore your relationship with food but have been waiting for a face-to-face opportunity that feels grounded, compassionate, and genuinely supportive of your unique journey—we’d love to welcome you.

🪴 Book via the link in our bio, it should only take a couple of minutes!

24/07/2025

Ozempic and keto might seem unrelated—but they’re often part of the same conversation around body, weight, and wellness. For some, they’ve offered relief after years of struggling—especially with hormones, appetite, or energy. And that hope matters.

But for many, they’re also another short-term fix dressed up as a breakthrough.

In this article, I explore their promises, their limitations, and what sustainable health really looks like—beyond trends and quick wins.

I always strive to write with balance: never taking sides, never judging choices—just reviewing where the bulk of evidence points, and honoring the complexities that real people face.

Read now: Ozempic and Keto Work — Until They Don’t. What Every Body Deserves to Know About Sustainable Health

https://www.guardiandietitian.org/post/ozempic-and-keto-work-until-they-don-t-what-every-body-deserves-to-know-about-sustainable-health

By Guardian DietitianAs a dietitian, I’m often asked about popular trends like Ozempic and keto. Understandably, people want clarity: Do they work? Are they safe? Will the effects last? These are complex and valid questions. Yet the responses circulating in mainstream spaces are often reductive—...

23/07/2025

🧡 Mandarins: Tiny Shields in a $3 Bag

Back-to-school season is here—and so are the sniffles. Coles has bags of small mandarins going for $3 right now, and we’re not mad about it. These little citrus gems are easy to peel, packed with vitamin C, and just the right size for lunchboxes or after-school munching.

But we’re not here to moralise fruit.
We’re here to remind you: food can be functional and joyful. Mandarins aren’t a cure-all, but they do offer a gentle layer of immune support—especially for kids navigating crowded classrooms, changing weather, and the emotional gymnastics of the school term.

So if you’re looking for a low-effort way to add a bit of nourishment to the mix, grab a bag.
Not because you “should.”
Because it’s simple, seasonal, and kind.

And if you’re the one doing the packing, prepping, or parenting—this is your reminder: you deserve care too. Maybe toss an extra mandarin in for yourself.

Peel it slowly. Let it be a moment 🍊

15/07/2025

No, kale isn’t the magic bullet for your health! 🥬 It's time we have a smarter conversation about nutrition that goes beyond trends. Discover easier, more realistic approaches to eating right. Link in Bio

13/06/2025

Some days, motivation feels distant—and time feels scarce. But having something warm and ready when you need it is worth the effort. 🍲✨ A quiet act of self and family care, even in a busy home. If life is full—kids running around, endless to-dos—let them be part of it. Washing, ripping up the silver beet can be fun, stirring the pot... Put on some tunes and know that future-you will be glad you did.

22/05/2025

https://www.guardiandietitian.org/post/nutrition-support-for-neurodivergent-minds

By Lane Edwards, APDNeurodivergent individuals experience unique challenges with executive function, sensory processing, and emotional regulation. While ADHD and autism impact cognition in different ways, both are influenced by neurotransmitter activity, stress levels, and hormonal fluctuations—al...

24/09/2024

📣 We’re excited to welcome Jamie to the Guardian Dietitian team! 🌟

Jamie is an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) with First Class Honours in Nutrition Science and a Master of Dietetics from Deakin University. Jamie has worked as a dietitian across community, clinical and now private practice settings, and is experienced in supporting individuals living with chronic diseases, including private patients, NDIS funded patients and those residing in aged care facilities. Jamie offers home visit consultations and Telehealth services.

Jamie believes that food is meant to be enjoyed, and she is committed to helping clients achieve their health goals while fostering a positive relationship with food. Her ability to simplify complex nutrition science empowers clients with the knowledge and confidence to make informed choices.

Jamie is available for consultations on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Friday afternoons. We encourage you to book your appointment soon, as her spots are expected to fill up quickly!

To schedule your session with Jamie, please click the online booking link in our bio.

Welcome to the team, Jamie! 🌻

30/08/2024

🌈✨ Happy Wear It Purple Day! ✨🌈

Today, we celebrate the vibrant spectrum of love, diversity, and acceptance within our community! Just like this beautiful rainbow that graces our village, every color represents the unique identities and experiences of our LGBTQIA+ youth.

At Guardian Dietitian, we stand in solidarity with you, believing that everyone deserves to be celebrated for who they are. Remember, you are loved, valued, and worthy of all the support and nourishment—both physically and emotionally.

Let’s spread kindness and support today and every day! 💜💚💙💛❤️

24/08/2024

🌿 I had the incredible opportunity to attend the Dietitians Australia 2024 conference in beautiful Brisbane, and wow, what an experience! It was inspiring to connect with fellow nutrition enthusiasts and hear from my nutrition heroes, Clare Collins, Sandy Murray, and Fiona Willer. Their insights truly resonate as we shift towards a more weight-neutral, health-focused approach in our field.

Fascinating topics discussed included the 6 pillars of food security from a project in Tasmania, the sustainability of nutrition programs in schools, and scaling the delivery of online nutrition programs to Australian adults. These discussions highlight the importance of creating accessible and equitable nutrition solutions for everyone.

It’s refreshing to see the profession evolving and embracing a more inclusive mindset that prioritizes health at every size. Feeling motivated and ready to bring these valuable insights back to my practice!

26/07/2024

The Olympics brings a wave of inspiration and unity to our community and nation. As we celebrate the dedication, resilience and passion of athletes, let’s channel some of this positive energy towards promoting body positivity. By learning about the athletes’ backgrounds and focusing on what truly makes them extraordinary, such as any hardships overcome in their journey, we can inspire a healthy and inclusive mindset in our children.🏅

Let’s embrace this opportunity to highlight the best in all of us!

28/06/2024

Striving to eat “clean” aka restrictively and fit into diet culture can be such a stressful and unnecessarily heavy burden. Not to mention the negative effects it can have on your gut microbiome if it becomes overly restrictive and eliminates whole food groups. A diverse range of foods, including plant foods, is essential for maintaining a healthy gut microbiome. If you’re wondering what the gut microbiome is, it’s a community of microorganisms in the digestive tract that plays a vital role in digestion, nutrient absorption and immune function. A balanced gut microbiome is crucial for overall health, as imbalances can lead to conditions like digestive disorders, autoimmune diseases, allergies, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and some cancers. So, instead of focusing on what you should eliminate from your diet, aim for a sustainable and inclusive approach to nutrition. 🌿

13/06/2024

Let’s break the silence and shatter the stigma this International Men’s Health Week! 💪🏽

Gentlemen, your health matters. It’s time to prioritise self-care and seek support when needed. From mental well-being to nutrition, let’s start the conversation and nourish our minds and bodies together.

Don’t hesitate to reach out to a dietitian for guidance and support. Your journey to better health starts now.

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Australian Institute of Health and Welfare. (2019). Overweight and Obesity. Retrieved from https://www.aihw.gov.au/reports-data/behaviours-risk-factors/overweight-obesity/overview

Beyond Blue. (n.d.). Men’s Mental Health: Key Statistics. Retrieved from https://www.beyondblue.org.au/media/statistics

Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia. (n.d.). About Prostate Cancer. Retrieved from https://www.prostate.org.au/awareness/general-information/about-prostate-cancer/