Mandurah Nutrition and Dietetics

20/09/2026

18/09/2026

Sometimes, you can be doing “all the right things” and still not feel like yourself.

You may be eating healthier, trying different diets, cutting out foods, exercising, or searching for answers online — yet your symptoms, energy, digestion, hormones, weight, or blood sugar still don’t feel quite right.

And that can be incredibly frustrating.

This is one of the reasons I believe nutrition should never be a one-size-fits-all approach.

After more than 30 years working in Dietetics & Nutrition across Portugal, the UK and Australia, I’ve learned that there is so much more to your health than simply being told what to eat.

Your body has its own history.
Your lifestyle is unique.
Your symptoms have a story.
And your goals matter.

My role is to listen, understand the bigger picture, and help you make sense of what your body may be asking for, before creating a nutrition plan that is realistic for YOUR life.

Because you shouldn’t have to keep guessing.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, overwhelmed by conflicting nutrition advice, or simply wondering where to start, I’d love to have a conversation with you.

💬 I offer a FREE 15-minute consultation where we can talk about your goals and whether personalised nutrition support could be right for you.

Send me a message to book.

Your health deserves a plan that starts with YOU. 🤍

16/09/2026

𝗢𝗡𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗢𝗚𝗬 𝗡𝗨𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡: 𝗦𝗨𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗧𝗛𝗥𝗢𝗨𝗚𝗛 𝗧𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧
I’ve had the privilege of supporting people with cancer and their families throughout my career as a Dietitian, including my experience as a Principal Oncology Dietitian.

Cancer treatment can affect everyone differently. Changes in appetite and taste, nausea, fatigue, weight loss and muscle loss can make eating and maintaining nutrition feel difficult, sometimes even before treatment begins.

My approach is not about following a generic “cancer diet.”
Depending on your treatment, symptoms and nutritional needs, nutrition may need to focus on different areas, such as:

✅Inflammation support
✅Nutrition during chemotherapy and neutropenia
✅Higher protein and energy needs
✅Nausea and low haemoglobin support

These are not one-size-fits-all plans. Your nutrition needs can change throughout treatment, which is why I develop a personalised plan based on your individual situation.

By adjusting foods, ingredients, meal timing and the way meals are prepared, we can work together to:

• Support appetite when eating feels difficult
• Increase protein and energy intake when needed
• Help minimise unwanted weight and muscle loss
• Manage nutrition around treatment and changing symptoms
• Make food more enjoyable when taste and appetite change
• Support your nutritional needs before, during and after treatment

In some circumstances, cancer treatment can also lead to increased appetite or weight gain. I can help you understand what your body needs and find a supportive way to manage your nutrition.

As a Dietitian and Health Coach, I also understand that nutrition is not only about what is on your plate. Your mindset, emotions, routines and relationship with food matter too.

You don’t have to navigate nutrition during cancer treatment on your own.

For a more personalised nutrition plan or nutrition program, reach out to me.

Book your consultation here:
https://www.mandurahdietetics.com.au/online-dietitian-consultations

𝑴𝒐𝒏𝒊𝒄𝒂 𝑫𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒆
Certified Dietitian & Health Coach
𝖣𝗂𝖾𝗍𝗂𝗍𝗂𝖺𝗇 | 𝖥𝖺𝗌𝗍𝗂𝗇𝗀 • 𝖥𝖾𝗋𝗍𝗂𝗅𝗂𝗍𝗒 • 𝖥𝖺𝗆𝗂𝗅𝗒 • 𝖳𝖾𝖾𝗇𝗌 • 𝖮𝗇𝖼𝗈𝗅𝗈𝗀𝗒 • 𝖬𝖾𝗇𝗈𝗉𝖺𝗎𝗌𝖾 • 𝖨𝖡𝖲 • 𝖤𝗆𝗈𝗍𝗂𝗈𝗇𝖺𝗅 𝖤𝖺𝗍𝗂𝗇𝗀 • 𝖯𝗂𝖼𝗄𝗒 𝖤𝖺𝗍𝗂𝗇𝗀 𝖪𝗂𝖽𝗌

14/09/2026

During chemotherapy, changes in taste and smell can affect your appetite and make eating more difficult. Nausea and other treatment-related symptoms can also make it challenging to get the nutrition your body needs.

The right nutrition adjustments can help you manage these changes and make eating a little easier throughout treatment.

If you or a loved one is struggling with eating during chemotherapy, reach out for personalised oncology nutrition
support.

𝑴𝒐𝒏𝒊𝒄𝒂 𝑫𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒆
Certified Dietitian & Health Coach
𝖣𝗂𝖾𝗍𝗂𝗍𝗂𝖺𝗇 | 𝖥𝖺𝗌𝗍𝗂𝗇𝗀 • 𝖥𝖾𝗋𝗍𝗂𝗅𝗂𝗍𝗒 • 𝖥𝖺𝗆𝗂𝗅𝗒 • 𝖳𝖾𝖾𝗇𝗌 • 𝖮𝗇𝖼𝗈𝗅𝗈𝗀𝗒 • 𝖬𝖾𝗇𝗈𝗉𝖺𝗎𝗌𝖾 • 𝖨𝖡𝖲 • 𝖤𝗆𝗈𝗍𝗂𝗈𝗇𝖺𝗅 𝖤𝖺𝗍𝗂𝗇𝗀 • 𝖯𝗂𝖼𝗄𝗒 𝖤𝖺𝗍𝗂𝗇𝗀 𝖪𝗂𝖽𝗌
https://www.mandurahdietetics.com.au/

12/09/2026

An anti-inflammatory approach emphasises whole foods like fruits, vegetables, nuts and fish, while reducing highly processed foods and excess red meat. This way of eating may help support healthy inflammation levels and reduce the risk of chronic disease.

𝑴𝒐𝒏𝒊𝒄𝒂 𝑫𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒆
Certified Dietitian & Health Coach
𝖣𝗂𝖾𝗍𝗂𝗍𝗂𝖺𝗇 | 𝖥𝖺𝗌𝗍𝗂𝗇𝗀 • 𝖥𝖾𝗋𝗍𝗂𝗅𝗂𝗍𝗒 • 𝖥𝖺𝗆𝗂𝗅𝗒 • 𝖳𝖾𝖾𝗇𝗌 • 𝖮𝗇𝖼𝗈𝗅𝗈𝗀𝗒 • 𝖬𝖾𝗇𝗈𝗉𝖺𝗎𝗌𝖾 • 𝖨𝖡𝖲 • 𝖤𝗆𝗈𝗍𝗂𝗈𝗇𝖺𝗅 𝖤𝖺𝗍𝗂𝗇𝗀 • 𝖯𝗂𝖼𝗄𝗒 𝖤𝖺𝗍𝗂𝗇𝗀 𝖪𝗂𝖽𝗌
https://www.mandurahdietetics.com.au/nutrition-dietetics-services

11/09/2026

I love this coffee

10/09/2026

I see a lot of people spending money on omega-3s that don’t actually work.

Here’s what I look for before recommending one:

✔️ Absorption – Most fish and plant-based oils oxidize too quickly, making them less effective. The key is pairing omega-3s with antioxidants (like polyphenols) to keep them stable.

✔️ The Right Ratio – Too much omega-6 cancels out the benefits of omega-3. You need balance, not just more of one thing.

✔️ Quality Testing – The best way to know if it’s working? Testing your levels. That’s why I love when a supplement includes a way to track progress.

I’d never recommend something I don’t use myself. If you ever have questions about omega-3s, whether you’re taking the right kind, or how to test your levels, I’m always happy to chat!

09/09/2026

A lot of people blame their bodies when they feel tired, slow, or not like themselves. But the body isn’t the problem. Most of the time, it’s running on too little food, too much stress, and not enough rest. When that happens, the body goes into survival mode. You might feel low energy, moody, foggy, or even get physical symptoms.

The good news is that the body can recover. When you start eating enough, sleeping well, and slowing down, things begin to change. Energy comes back. The mind feels clearer. The body starts to feel safe again.

You don’t need to fight your body. What it really needs is care, food, rest, and patience. When it gets that support, it knows how to heal and feel good again.

09/09/2026