Frequently Asked Questions
How is Pliant Nutrition different from other nutrition services or fad diets?
Many diets offer quick fixes that don't last. At Pliant Nutrition, I focus on evidence-based, holistic strategies that go beyond just calories. I help you build long-term healthy habits, improve your relationship with food, and address factors like stress management and sleep, ensuring sustainable well-being and lasting results, not just temporary weight loss. Wanting to jump on board? Book here!
Do you provide in-person consultations?
Currently, all standard appointments are conducted conveniently via video calls across Australia. However, if you are in the Launceston, Tasmania area and prefer an in-person meeting, please note this in your booking, and I will discuss options with you. Bookings can be made here.
Do you work with clients outside of Tasmania?
Absolutely! While based in Launceston, Tasmania, my online nutrition consultations mean I can provide personalised guidance and support to clients located anywhere across Australia. Book your call here!
What happens during an initial nutrition consultation?
Your initial nutrition consultation is an in-depth, personalised session where I'll listen to your full story, including your health history, lifestyle, and specific aspirations. We'll explore your current habits and start co-creating a practical, sustainable nutrition strategy tailored just for you. If this sounds like you book here!
What can I expect from working with Pliant Nutrition long-term?
Working with Pliant Nutrition means ongoing support and adaptable strategies. You can expect consistent personalised guidance, continuous habit building, and evolving nutrition plans that adjust as your life and goals change, leading to sustainable results and long-term well-being. If this is what you’re looking for book here!
What are your fees/pricing for consultations and services?
Fees can be found on the booking page here. For meal prep services, fees are based on the level of prep you require, for further info on this book a Discovery Call here.
How do I book an appointment with you?
You can easily book an appointment directly through my website's booking page here. I recommend starting with a complimentary Discovery Call to ensure we're a great fit for your health journey.
What is a Discovery Call?
A Discovery Call is a free, no-obligation 15-minute chat. It's an opportunity for us to connect, discuss your health goals, and see if Pliant Nutrition is the right fit for you before you commit to a full consultation. If this sounds like where you want to start, book your Discovery Call here.
What is the Risk Stratification Screening Tool (RSST) and why do I need to complete it?
The Risk Stratification Screening Tool (RSST) is a brief form required before your initial session. It helps me understand your health status and confirm your needs are within my scope of practice as a nutritionist. It also helps determine if a referral to a GP or dietitian is a necessary next step for you. Start your RSST here.
What is holistic wellness coaching, and how does it go "beyond diet"?
Holistic wellness coaching at Pliant Nutrition means looking at your entire well-being, not just what you eat. It goes beyond diet by integrating key areas like mindful movement, effective stress management techniques, cultivating a positive mindset, and optimising sleep quality to create truly sustainable habits for your overall health. If you’re ready to feel better book your call here.
How can holistic coaching help with energy levels, focus, and overall vitality?
By addressing all pillars of holistic wellness – nutrition, movement, stress, sleep, and mindset – we can significantly improve your energy levels and cognitive function. This integrated approach helps reduce fatigue, enhance mental clarity, improve mood, and boost your overall vitality. Ready to feel energised? Book your call here.
Are you a qualified nutritionist? What are your credentials?
Yes, I am a qualified Nutritionist. I hold a Certificate IV in General Health and Wellness and specialise in Sports Nutrition. My expertise is grounded in scientific understanding and practical experience to provide evidence-based guidance. If this is the structure you’re looking for book here.
How does your in-home meal prep service work?
My personalised in-home meal prep service in Launceston, Tasmania, makes healthy eating effortless. We'll discuss your preferences and goals, I'll handle all the grocery shopping, and then I come to your kitchen to cook delicious, nutritionist-led meals specifically for you, ready for the week ahead. Want to know more, book your Discovery call here.
What kind of meals do you prepare for the meal prep service?
My personalised meal prep service offers a wide variety of delicious, nutritionist-led meals fully customised to your dietary preferences, intolerances, and health goals. Whether you need gluten-free, dairy-free, high-protein, or simply balanced weeknight dinners, we'll create a menu that works for you. Want to know more, book your Discovery call here.
Do you cook for me, or do you teach me how to meal prep myself?
I offer both! You can choose my done-for-you meal prep service where I handle all the cooking for you in your home. Alternatively, through meal prep coaching, I'll provide you with the tools and confidence to master healthy meal prepping independently, saving you time and stress in the kitchen. Want to know more, book your Discovery call here.
Can a nutritionist help with bloating, or other digestive issues?
Yes, absolutely. Many digestive issues like bloating, gas and reflux can be significantly improved through personalised nutrition. I focus on identifying triggers and imbalances to restore gut harmony. Ready to feel more comfortable in your body? Book your appointment here.
What does a plan for gut health typically involve?
A gut health plan involves a personalised approach that often includes dietary modifications, identifying potential food sensitivities, optimising fibre intake, supporting the gut microbiome, and integrating stress management techniques to soothe your digestive system. Ready to get started? Book your initial consultation here.
Can you help me break the cycle of yo-yo dieting?
Absolutely. Breaking the yo-yo dieting cycle is a core focus of my sustainable weight loss approach. I help you cultivate a positive relationship with food, build practical, long-term strategies, and address underlying habits and mindset shifts that lead to lasting results without constant restriction. Book your initial consultation here.
How can personalised nutrition improve my athletic performance?
Personalised sports nutrition provides your body with the exact fuel it needs to excel. I'll help you power through tough training sessions, accelerate recovery, and build the endurance, speed, and strength required for your peak performance in events like ultra-running, triathlon, or strength training competitions. If you’re ready to perform at your best, you can book your call here!
Do you work with specific sports like ultra-running, triathlon, or strength training?
Yes! My expertise extends across various disciplines. I work with ultra-runners, runners, triathletes, powerlifters and individuals focused on strength training to optimise their nutrition for peak performance and recovery. Book a call here to delve into how I can help you perform!
Can you help me with race-day nutrition and carb-loading?
Absolutely! Race day nutrition is critical, and your ideal strategy is highly individual. While carb-loading is a well-known concept, my approach focuses on creating the optimal fuelling plan tailored specifically to your body, event, and training needs. I'll guide you through strategic fuelling and hydration strategies to ensure you avoid hitting the wall and perform at your absolute best on your event day, whether it's a marathon, an IRONMAN or a powerlifting competition. Book your call here to start improving your performance!
How does nutrition support training recovery and prevent injury?
Strategic recovery nutrition is vital for athletes. I help you implement precise post-workout fuelling strategies to replenish glycogen stores, repair muscle tissue, and reduce inflammation, significantly speeding up recovery and helping to prevent injuries from overtraining. If you want to recover faster so you can train harder, then book your consultation here.