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Hello there, I'm Lysa Holt owner of Sacred Herbal Therapy, i create tailored health plans that focus on each individual’s unique health experience. This approach helps to create a comprehensive picture of your overall health and allows us to work together in developing strategies to achieve your health goals. As a qualified Herbalist with 10 years experience in natural health settings, my mission is to support individuals in achieving their health goals and living happier, more vibrant lives. I am a compassionate and empathetic practitioner who genuinely cares for my patients. Through my own health journey, I have faced challenges related to gut and skin imbalances, giving me a deep understanding of the struggles associated with chronic health concerns. This personal experience drove me to pursue a career in natural medicine, with the aim of not only healing myself but also using my knowledge to assist others on their path to wellness. If you're wanting to understand your body better and want to restore your GUT-BRAIN-IMMUNE connections (the main drivers of chronic illness). Book your 15min complementary consultation and lets talk about your health goals.

APD Dietitian, Credentialed Eating Disorder Clinical, Educator & Facilitator, Credentialed Psychedelic Assistance Therapist. I cut through the noise to deliver real, personalised nutrition care that works. With deep expertise in disordered eating, eating disorders, metabolic health, digestive health, and complex medical conditions, I combine evidence-based strategies with genuine understanding. I work closely with healthcare teams to create clear, achievable plans that meet clients where they are and help them move forward. Whether it’s rebuilding a relationship with food, managing chronic health challenges, or optimising daily wellbeing, my goal is simple: to empower individuals with the tools they need to create real, lasting change.

She/Her - an earth loving, garden adoring and home kitchen devoted naturopath. Special interest in neurodiversity, auto-immune conditions, skin conditions, nervous system disorders including addiction, depression and anxiety and food intolerances. LGBTQIA+. Trauma informed.

Melanie Makris is a Clinical Nutritionist with a strong foundation in functional medicine, drawing on over 20 years of experience as a pharmacist. Having lived and worked in the UK, Germany, and Australia, she is fluent in both German and English. A dedicated mother of two teenagers, Melanie also manages her husband’s Urology practice. Passionate about empowering her patients, she is committed to helping them achieve their fullest potential and lead healthier, more vibrant lives.

- Degree Of Bachelor Of Clinical Nutrition. - Current Study: Clinical Naturopathy At Torrens University Australia. PLEASE NOTE: If You Can't Find A Suitable Time, Please Email The Clinic Directly So We Can Arrange An Appointment ([email protected]) - In Addition To My Qualification In Clinical Nutrition, I've Been A DJ For Many Years. This Experience Helps Me Connecting With Patients From All Walks Of Life And Provide Personalised Care. Along With That, I'm Studying Bachelor Of Audio Engineer And Sound Production.

At Hawkes bay skin Clinic we take the time to understand the impact your skin condition is having on your physical and emotional wellbeing. With the use of natural clinically proven products, tailored specially for you. We will guide you to understand the triggers causing your skin condition and provide you with long term results. If you want to get to the root cause of your skin condition and are over using “band aid” and potentially harmful products, Hawkes bay Skin Clinic is here for you.

As a dedicated Clinical Nutritionist, I am passionate about educating and empowering individuals to optimise their health through the power of food. With a strong belief that nutrition is the foundation for lifelong vitality, I support clients in achieving both mental and physical wellbeing across all stages of life, from adolescence to healthy ageing. My approach is evidence-based, compassionate, and client-centred. I work closely with individuals to understand their unique needs, challenges, and goals, creating personalised nutrition strategies that not only address current health concerns but also build lasting habits for sustainable wellness. With a special focus on the connection between nutrition, mood, and energy, I help clients make informed choices that support mental clarity, resilience, and physical performance. Whether managing stress, navigating hormonal shifts, addressing chronic conditions, or simply seeking to feel better in everyday life, I believe that food can be your most powerful tool for transformation. Through education, collaboration, and practical guidance, I aim to help every client discover how to fuel their body and mind to truly thrive.

I am a qualified Clinical Nutritionist, and a Functional, Integrative Nutrition & Lifestyle Health Coach. I am also a qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist with over 30 years experience (including Genetics, Cytogenetics, Haematology, Microbiology, Biochemistry & other areas). I assist Clients and their Family improve their Health & Vitality with Nutrition and Lifestyle strategies. I assist clients with general healthy nutrition, wellness & vitality strategies. I assist clients with digestive health, metabolic health (weight, cholesterol, triglycerides, insulin resistance, glucose and hypertension management), and other health challenges. I also help clients understand their conventional and functional laboratory test results. Treatment plans are based on a client's extensive health history (medical, family, diet, lifestyle, medications, supplements, conventional & functional pathology test results). For each client I ensure the Nutrition & Lifestyle treatment plan is holistic, matches each client's health goals and is based on the best scientific evidence at that time. I also offer FREE email support in between follow-up consults for treatment plan or consult queries. I may recommend additional pathology laboratory testing (Conventional &/or Functional) to gather further health information and I may recommend supplements for extra health support (optional extra costs for supplements & functional lab tests). Functional Lab tests may include Genetics, Microbiome, HTMA & other types. Genetics tests may assist clients with prevention of nutrition and lifestyle diseases, or in improving health goal outcomes. Similarly, a Gastrointestinal (GI) / Gut Microbiome test may assist clients with digestive health and other health goals. I am also an Accredited Gut Ecology & Metabolic Modulation (G.E.M.M) protocol practitioner created by Dr. C. Houghton at Cell-Logic, Australia, to assist clients with digestion, metabolic health and other health challenges. The protocol provides a gentle approach to improving health and wellness. It includes a food first philosophy approach plus natural food supplements to target gut health as well as other areas in the body. Therefore, for New Clients: 1. Book a short FREE 5-10 minute Discovery phone call to see how I can assist you with your personal health goals OR 2. Book and pay for your 1-hour initial consult. 3. When you have booked your consult session, I will send you a New Client Health Questionnaire (New Client Intake Form). Allow some time to fill it out (approx. 1-hour). 4. Include any recent laboratory test results you would like me to look at and discuss with you. 5. Consult session: I will discuss relevant pathology test results with you, your health goals, provide education & strategies for your personal holistic nutrition and lifestyle treatment plan, answer any questions, and provide you a completed treatment plan the same day or within 24-hours. 6. I may recommend a nutrition supplement or further pathology test investigations (extra costs, but optional). 7. If you have private health cover, you may be able to claim a nutrition consult rebate for both initial and follow-up consults, dependent on your health fund type & level of extras cover. Current health funds you can make a claim with include HBF, Latrobe health services, Mildura health fund, Phoenix health fund, see-u by HBF, St Lukes Health, Medibank, NIB, Australian Unity & AHM. Check with your private health fund for eligibility including codes/item numbers for initial and follow-up consults. 8. Please email me at info@mechellepalermo if you have any questions. Thank you. I look forward to meeting and assisting you with your Health Goals using Nutrition, Lifestyle & other strategies. Mechelle Palermo.