Frequently asked questions
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A women’s health dietitian specialises in nutrition for hormones, fertility, pregnancy, menopause, and conditions like PCOS, endometriosis, and gut health concerns. They provide evidence-based, personalised guidance to support women’s health at every life stage.
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The terms dietitian and nutritionist are often used interchangeably, but there are key differences in education, qualifications, and scope of practice.
Dietitian
✔️ Accredited and regulated – Dietitians must complete a university degree in dietetics and nutrition and meet the requirements of their regulatory board including yearly professional development.
✔️ Qualified to provide medical nutrition therapy – Dietitians can work with people managing medical conditions such as PCOS, endometriosis, diabetes, gut disorders, and fertility concerns.
✔️ Work in clinical and healthcare settings – They can practise in hospitals, private practice, and community health.
✔️ Can prescribe individualised nutrition plans based on medical and scientific evidence.Nutritionist
✔️ Not a regulated profession – Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist, but only those with a degree in nutrition may be registered with professional bodies.
✔️ Can provide general nutrition advice for healthy eating and lifestyle improvements.
✔️ Cannot provide medical nutrition therapy for clinical conditions unless they are also a dietitian. -
Fees vary slightly depending on currency of either AUD, NZD or CAD. Review the booking page, using your preferred currency for accurate fees.
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Unfortunately not at this stage. All consultations are offered via Telehealth.