As a mother of two (now adults) who have had significant health challenges, my interest in nutritional medicine grew from my desire to improve the health of my family.  

 

After an early career as a high-school teacher, I spent four years working with churches and communities devastated by AIDS in southern Africa. These experiences increased my determination to help people achieve their potential and pursue optimal health through nutrition. 

 

In 2005, after many years battling poor health, gut, and hormone issues, I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. This had a huge impact on my desire to help people battling autoimmune disease and all types of chronic illness. I soon realised there were long-term benefits from an holistic approach to my overall health and that traditional medical models were frustratingly limited in effectiveness for many conditions. Nutritional Medicine helped me to identify scientifically validated nutraceuticals and dietary interventions to assist in the management of MS and autoimmune disease. My general health, which was poor for a long time before being diagnosed with MS, also improved. I know how confusing and challenging the road to better health can be, but also how rewarding. I now love to journey with many others towards their health goals. 

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I have a special interest in auto-immune conditions, mental health, gastro intestinal issues, and hormonal imbalances, as well as experience supporting a wide range of chronic conditions with nutritional therapy. I am passionate about using functional testing and DNA analysis to help identify and address the root causes of disease. I am an accredited Nutritionist with the Australian Natural Therapies Association and the Nutrition Society of Australia, with a Bachelor of Health Science in Nutritional Medicine. I practice at the Narangba Station Medical Centre and the Nambour Health Hub. I also provide Telehealth services for patients at a distance and for those who prefer it. ​

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