My name is Debbie. I’m an accredited clinical nutritionist with a Bachelor of Health Science in Nutritional Medicine. I love good food and I am FASCINATED by how our bodies work.
The fact that I could combine these two things AND help people to feel great, was a huge catalyst to begin my journey to become a nutritionist. The impact that whole foods and nutrients can have on our bodies still blows my mind.
I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and helping others to recognise the important role and ability of nutrient-dense foods to assist us to maintain optimal health.
At Nurture Nutrition, my aim is to support and empower you to be the healthiest version of yourself you can be.
I use evidenced-based and traditional nutritional and lifestyle advice, coupled with gentle nurturing and compassion, to help guide you on your journey to better health.
Whether you need a little nurturing or a lot, I am here to work with you. I value an integrated approach to health and I am more than happy to work alongside medical and complementary practitioners to help provide you with holistic health care.
I am not into calorie counting, fad dieting, or taking the fun out of eating (after all it’s one of my favourite things to do!). Instead, I AM all about helping you to understand and be in tune with your body and to develop an appreciation for how whole foods and healthy lifestyle practices can help you to feel healthier and happier.
What I Believe
One of my biggest beliefs is that everyone’s health needs are different. I therefore take an individual approach with each and every client; taking the time to listen, viewing you as a whole person and determining the underlying cause/s of your health issues, rather than simply treating your symptoms. Treatment and advice are based on YOUR unique circumstance and needs.
This may involve some simple dietary and lifestyle changes or additional nurturing, in the form of supplementation, to support you through poor health or particular life stages.
Accreditations
I am an accredited practitioner with the Australian Natural Therapies Association (ANTA) and am subject to stringent conditions to maintain my accreditation, including minimum qualification requirements and undertaking continuing professional education each year.
I love learning and furthering my understanding about nutrition and the body, and I am continually undertaking research in the current and growing developments in our field.
Personal Life
I live in Caloundra on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, with my husband and daughter.
I love nothing more than exploring and enjoying this amazing place with people I love; being close to the water (a walk along the beach is one of my other favourite things); exercising; meeting people; and of course, eating yummy and nutritious food!