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Carla O'Brien Naturopathic Medicine Practitioner Dip. Botanical Medicine / Dip. Nutrition / Adv. Dip. Naturopathy / B.HSc. (Naturopathy) (Uni of New England) / M.Adv.Nat.Med (Southern Cross Uni) / Member of NHAA Carla began her career as a naturopath in 2001, obtaining Diplomas of Botanical Medicine and Nutrition, an Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy and a Bachelor of Health Science (Naturopathy). She recently completed a second degree and was awarded a Master of Advanced Naturopathic Medicine. Carla has been a continuous member of the naturopathic community through the NHAA (Naturopaths and Herbalist Association of Australia), which promotes high standards and continual professional development. Special Interests Carla's Master's degree in Advanced Naturopathic medicine provided her with a deeper understanding and skills in integrative care for mental health, gastroenterology, and the human microbiome. Carla is now focused on the strong evidence that identifies the connection between the gut and mental health, which inspired her research project for naturopathic medicine. Carla's passion is contributing to research on naturopathic medicine. Her current research project includes interviewing naturopaths across Australia to seek an understanding of their treatment options and priorities for people with symptoms related to mental health. In a separate research project, she has worked with other naturopaths worldwide to support the World Naturopathic Federation in researching natural therapies for COVID-19 and Long COVID, resulting in a published international peer-reviewed journal. (https://candjournal.ca/index.php/candj/issue/view/25 ) Carla aims to guide people in her care to make informed choices. These choices may help people achieve sustainable habits that improve their quality of life. Guiding options include lifestyle considerations, dietary guidance, nutritional and nutraceutical supplementation and herbal medicine. Carla values integrative health care principles, and this may consist of consultations with other health care practitioners. Naturopathic Medicine Focus Areas Include: Mental Health and Wellbeing for both adults and children Gastroenterology Care with a focus on Disorders of Gut-Brain Interactions (DGBIs) COVID-19 and Long COVID Personal Life Outside all things naturopathic medicine, Carla enjoys the quiet, relaxing sounds of the Australian bush, camping and hiking with her loved ones and her miniature schnauzer, Jonty.

Tris Alexandra is a Clinical Nutritionist (BHSc) and Natural Fertility Educator that helps females through her reproductive years to reduce and resolve symptoms including PMS, heavy or painful periods, cravings, weight gain, skin breakouts, digestive symptoms, fatigue, as well as PCOS symptoms. Tris helps females and couples to optimise their fertility to increase their chances of falling pregnant and having a healthy pregnancy and baby. She uses personalised nutrition, functional testing and evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle strategies to transform your health and reach your health goals. Tris is passionate about menstrual cycle education and body literacy, and aims to educate, empower and support women to make informed health and nutrition choices. She works with you to create practical and actionable nutrition and lifestyle treatment plans that suit you and your lifestyle, and includes recipes and resources to make it all easier. Any questions, please email me [email protected]

Hi, I’m Ashlee Tabrett, a qualified naturopath specialising in fertility, pregnancy, Hashimoto’s, hormone imbalances, and acne. My goal is to help you uncover the root causes of your health concerns and create personalised, natural solutions to help you thrive. Blood Test Analysis: I interpret complex results to uncover hidden imbalances. Fertility Support: Preconception and pregnancy care tailored for you. Thyroid & Hormones: Solutions for Hashimoto’s and hormone-related issues. Clearer Skin: Holistic acne support from within. How We Can Work Together: 📍 I support clients Australia-wide. Bookings are displayed in AEDT, so please double-check your local time. Self-Guided: Use my blood test referrals, eBooks, and interpretation services available for purchase on my website. 1:1 Consultations: Work with me directly to create your personalised plan.

Louise is the founder of Food Pharmacology and implements nutritional systems she calls The DNA Decider Package and the 5-Day-DNA-RESET-Celanse. *If you prefer to meet in person, please call to arrange an appointment at my home office in Burnside SA.

Bringing new life into the world is the biggest creative work of our lifetime. At WellNatal, we help you optimise your health and grow your family. We offer support across three significant seasons: PREPARATION & PRECONCEPTION CARE Preconception care is about “stacking the deck in your favour” for a healthier pregnancy, a well-nourished baby and a better postpartum experience. Optimising nutrition and overall health in both partners can have a lasting positive impact on the pregnancy and beyond. If you are asking any of these questions, we can help: - What should I do to be at my healthiest before conceiving? - Are there any natural ways to improve fertility? - How can I find out if I have nutrient deficiencies? - I have endometriosis, PCOS or amenorrhea, can nutrition help? - What should I do if I’ve stopped or want to stop contraception (e.g. “the pill”)? - I’m still exhausted from my last pregnancy, how can I revitalise my health before conceiving? - How can I decrease my risk of gestational diabetes and other pregnancy complications? - Which blood tests or other testing should I do? - Which prenatal vitamin should I take? Key focus areas: - Optimising fertility - Improving egg & sperm quality - Identifying & treating nutrient deficiencies that could impact pregnancy & postpartum - Improving reproductive, menstrual & hormone health - Identifying & removing barriers to healthy conception - Improving metabolic health PREGNANCY CARE Pregnancy care naturally supports the mother’s physical changes during pregnancy, healthy foetal development and supports birth to postpartum. Unfortunately, much of the advice around pregnancy nutrition and lifestyle is outdated or incorrect. With specialist training in this area, we relieve the stress and overwhelm by giving you research-backed and holistic prenatal nutrition advice. If you are asking any of these questions, we can help: - Which foods are “safe” to eat in pregnancy? - Which foods should I eat for a healthy pregnancy? - How can I eat to support healthy growth of my baby? - How can I manage my blood sugar naturally? - How can I have more energy and less swelling? - Which prenatal vitamin should I be taking, if at all? - My iron supplement makes me constipated, what should I do? - Which kind of exercise is safe in pregnancy? - I’m having twins, how can I support my pregnancy? Key focus areas: - Emphasising intake of foods and nutrients that help grow a healthy baby - Minimising foods that impede a healthy pregnancy - Navigating pregnancy symptoms such as nausea, constipation, reflux, fatigue and swelling - Navigating food cravings and aversions - Managing gestational diabetes and other pregnancy complications with a real food approach - Supporting multiples - Supporting appropriate exercise and movement - Treating iron deficiency and other nutrient deficiencies - Preparing for birth and postpartum planning POSTPARTUM CARE Postpartum care focuses on the mother’s (often-overlooked) recovery from birth and supports healthy, nutrient rich breastmilk to nourish and sustain the growing newborn. Compared to often rudimentary and short-lived conventional postpartum care, we support mother’s for as long as they need. Postpartum is forever and supporting the mother’s recovery can help prevent compounding health issues over multiple pregnancies. - What should I eat in postpartum if I am breastfeeding vs bottle feeding? - Why am I so hungry? - Does my diet affect my breast milk? - When should I get blood tests done? - I was told my blood test are “normal” but I don’t feel normal, what can I do? - How can I eat to support my energy and mood? - Can certain foods help my body recover from labour and birth? - Is my hair loss normal? - I think I might have post-natal depletion, what can I do? - How can I fix my iron deficiency? Key focus areas: - Nutritional support for breastfeeding - Supporting post-birth recovery and healing - Identifying and treating nutrient deficiencies - Supporting healthy hormones and reproductive function - Nervous system and energy support - “Post-natal depletion” treatment SERVICES 1:1 Consultations – online, Australia wide TESTING - Blood test/pathology scripts - DUTCH testing - Co-Biome GI mapping - Others as needed PRIVATE HEALTH INSURANCE Many providers offer rebates. Contact your private health insurer to check the inclusions of your policy. QUALIFICATIONS Tara Black is the only practitioner in Australia to have completed the highly competitive mentorship training program under Lily Nichols at the Institute of Prenatal Nutrition. Bachelor of Health Science (Nutritional & Dietetic Medicine) with Distinction Prenatal Specialist Mentorship Program via the Institute of Prenatal Nutrition CONTACT [email protected]

My name is Sascha. I have completed a Bachelor of Health Science in Nutritional and Dietetic Medicine through Endeavour College of Natural Health 2023. As a clinical nutritionist, I am here to help you ignite your individual shine and vitality, improve your health and reach your nutritional health goals by enhancing your nutritional knowledge, skills and use of everyday foods, through the most up to date information. Together we will work holistically to address your primary health concerns by identifying and understanding the underlying causes and treating them through an individualized treatment plan that fits into your lifestyle, food preferences, family dynamics and work commitments.

Karen's expertise lies in leveraging food as a powerful tool to optimize performance without succumbing to self-sabotage or deprivation. Drawing upon her background as a sports nutritionist, psychologist, and mother of twins, she crafts tailored nutrition plans and programs tailored to fit seamlessly into busy lifestyles. Karen operates ExecFuel Pty Ltd and is an accredited nutritionist, with a background in psychology. With over a decade of first-hand experience navigating the landscape, Karen brings a profound understanding of the challenges faced by High Performers. As the founder and operator of ExecFuel Pty Ltd, she is dedicated to empowering individuals to strike a harmonious balance between professional success and personal well-being. No stranger to the working professional arena, Karen's goal is to support you to find that balance between working hard, whilst also living your healthiest, fittest life. From personalized VIP coaching to dynamic group programs and interactive seminars, Karen offers a comprehensive suite of services aimed at fuelling high performers to reach their health and fitness goals and stay there. Her evidence based approach delivers measurable improvements in High Performers engagement, retention, and bottom-line results.