Melanie McGrice

18/08/2026

Putting the final touches on tomorrow's slides ✏️

Eczema & allergy: Microbiome-targeted strategies from research to recommendation — presenting for Connection tomorrow.

We'll be covering the atopic march, what the current evidence supports around microbiome-targeted nutrition interventions, and how we translate that into practical conversations with families.

Really looking forward to it!

⏰ Wed 19 Aug, 12:30–1:30pm AEST
🔗 https://dietitianconnection.com/product/eczema-allergy-microbiome-targeted-strategies-research-recommendation/

Right call on the link placement, by the way — a day out from the event, findability beats reach optimisation.

03/03/2026

Fertility is where the first 1000 days begin.⁠
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And it’s some of the most nuanced, underestimated work we do as dietitians.⁠
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I’ve been practising in fertility nutrition for over 15 years, and what I can tell you is this: supporting couples through s***m and egg optimisation, ovulation challenges, PCOS, endometriosis, IVF and early implantation is complex. It requires far more than a handful of research papers or a standard CPD webinar.⁠
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It requires structure.⁠
It requires clinical reasoning.⁠
It requires knowing what to look for when everyone else says, “Everything is normal.”⁠
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That’s exactly why I created Nutrition Therapy for Fertility 2026 - an 8-week intensive designed to help dietitians move from generalist to confident fertility specialist.⁠
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📅 Begins 23 March 2026⁠
💻 100% online⁠
🔒 Registrations close 13 March 2026⁠
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If you feel called to work in the fertility space - I would love to guide you through the clinical depth that this work truly deserves.⁠
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You can enrol via the link: http://earlylifenutritionalliance.com/ntff-2026
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25/02/2026

Fertility nutrition is one of the most commercially sustainable areas in dietetics right now.

Demand for fertility support continues to rise globally. IVF clinics are expanding. Patients are seeking adjunct nutrition care.

Yet many dietitians feel unsure how to position themselves in this space.

In my upcoming masterclass, I’ll walk through:
✔️ The business case for specialising
✔️ The clinical opportunities, and
✔️ The framework that supports confident delivery.

If fertility nutrition is something you’ve considered, this is a practical hour to evaluate it properly.

Registration closes soon. Save your seat here: https://grow.earlylifenutritionalliance.com/grow-your-practice-with-fertility-nutrition

19/02/2026

For too long, fertility nutrition has been treated as an “add-on” skill in dietetics.⁠
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But the reality is this:⁠
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Fertility is not a niche trend.⁠
It is a defining health issue of our time.⁠
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Rates of subfertility are rising. Couples are delaying conception. Assisted reproductive technologies are increasing. And patients are actively seeking nutrition guidance - often before they see a specialist.⁠
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Yet many dietitians tell me the same thing:⁠
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“I’m seeing fertility clients… but I don’t feel fully confident.”⁠
“I wasn’t trained deeply in this area.”⁠
“I know I could do more.”⁠
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And they’re right.⁠
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Fertility nutrition requires more than general healthy eating advice. It demands an evidence-based framework, clinical clarity, and the confidence to lead interdisciplinary conversations.⁠
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It also represents one of the most meaningful ways we can influence lifelong health - because what happens in the preconception period shapes pregnancy outcomes, infant health, and long-term disease risk.⁠
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This is why I’m hosting a free live Fertility Nutrition Masterclass.⁠
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In this session, I’ll share:⁠
▪️ The clinical framework I use in practice⁠
▪️ How to transition from generalist to fertility specialist⁠
▪️ Why fertility nutrition is a powerful - and viable - area of specialization⁠
▪️ How to build both impact and income in this space⁠
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📅 Monday, March 2⁠
🕕 6:00pm ET⁠
🎓 1.5 CPEUs available⁠
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If you believe dietitians should be leading in fertility care - not sitting on the sidelines - I would love you to join me.⁠
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👉️ Register here: https://grow.earlylifenutritionalliance.com/grow-your-practice-with-fertility-nutrition
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’sHealthDietitian

10/02/2026

When it comes to pregnancy, I’m always interested in how we could be doing things better.

A new study from New Zealand looked at women diagnosed with diabetes early in pregnancy compared to those diagnosed later. What they found was striking: women diagnosed earlier were far more likely to go on to develop type 2 diabetes after pregnancy - and to develop it much sooner.

The takeaway is simple. If we screen earlier in pregnancy and intervene sooner to optimise blood glucose levels, we’re not just reducing the risk of gestational diabetes. We’re also reducing a woman’s long-term risk of developing type 2 diabetes.



👉Read the full article here:

Individuals with early antenatal prediabetes face a markedly higher risk for postpartum type 2 diabetes than those with gestational diabetes, a prospective study shows.

28/01/2026

🫐 We all love blueberries 🫐 … but they’re not the only antioxidant all-stars on your plate.

I love this article as it highlights several everyday foods that actually match or even outperform blueberries when it comes to antioxidant content (those compounds that help protect our cells from oxidative stress).

👉 https://www.realsimple.com/superfoods-with-more-antioxidants-than-blueberries-11892690

Some of the stand-outs:
🥜 Pecans
🍫 Dark chocolate (yes, really - the darker the better)
🌱 Artichokes
🍇 Goji berries
🥣 Red kidney beans
🌰 Walnuts

What I love about this is the reminder that nutrition isn’t about chasing one “superfood.” Real health comes from variety - different colours, different plant foods, eaten regularly and enjoyed.

So instead of asking “what’s the best food?”, a better question might be:
👉 How can I add more variety to my week?

Do any of these already feature in your meals? Or which one would you like to use more often? 💬

14/12/2025

So grateful to be able to contribute to Body + Soul on this important topic 💜 Prenatal nutrition can feel overwhelming, and I’m passionate about helping families access balanced, evidence-based information they can trust. Read the article here 👇

New research suggests folic acid and prenatal multivitamins may be linked to lower autism risk. Here’s what experts say – and what pregnant women should actually do.

18/11/2025

A new study released today suggests that taking folic acid or a prenatal multivitamin in early pregnancy may be linked with a lower risk of autism spectrum disorder.

This is interesting news, but it is important to understand what it means.

The study shows a link rather than a proven cause, so it does not tell us whether supplements alone reduce the risk of ASD.

What we do know is that folate is essential for early brain and spinal cord development. We also know that women have different folate needs based on their health, metabolism, and when they begin supplementing.

This research reinforces something I already discuss with women who are planning pregnancy. Getting the right amount of folate at the right time really matters. Working with a prenatal dietitian can help ensure that folate intake from food and supplements is safe, appropriate, and personalised to individual needs.

05/11/2025

Our live webinar is tomorrow! 💻⁠
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I’ll be joined by Dr James Brown to discuss Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) - what it is, how to identify it, and how we can better support women affected by it.⁠
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It’s free, evidence-based, and perfect for and healthcare professionals.⁠
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There’s still time to join us live - visit https://elna.mykajabi.com/november-webinar-registration

03/11/2025

Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI) is one of those conditions that is often under-recognised, yet its impact on women’s lives can be profound. It affects fertility, bone density, cardiovascular health, and mental wellbeing - and the earlier we identify and support these women, the better their long-term outcomes can be.

That’s why I’m so looking forward to hosting our next Early Life Nutrition Alliance webinar with Dr James Brown, a reproductive endocrinologist and gynaecologist who is doing remarkable work in this field.

Dr Brown will be unpacking the latest evidence on how to identify, investigate, and manage POI - and, importantly, how and healthcare professionals can play a key role in long-term care and counselling.

If you work with women who are experiencing early menopause, irregular cycles, or infertility, this session will give you both the understanding and the tools to better support them.

It’s free to attend, so hurry and grab your spot here: https://elna.mykajabi.com/november-webinar-registration

- Melanie 💜