Dietetics and Nutrition

"A healthy outside starts from the inside" - Robert Urich

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Diets and meal plans can be restricting and difficult. Food was made to be enriching and enjoyable. 

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Let our Dietitians show you how!

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Leah Stjernqvist

(Dietitian)

Who am I?

Leah has been a part of the DAH for the last 3 years. She works between Toowoomba and Dalby, assisting clients from all areas of the western downs. She is enthusiastic about seeing her clients reach achievable and personalised goals. 

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Special interest

• Weight management - fat loss, muscle gain, malnutrition

• Chronic disease - Type II Diabetes, cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease

• Cancer care - During and post treatment

• Hormone imbalances - Hashimoto's, hypothyroidism, insulin resistance

• Auto-immune disease - Coeliac disease, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis 

• Digestive health - Diverticulitis, lactose intolerance, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), FODMAP Diet, inflammatory bowel disease

• Women's health - Fertility, post pregnancy, PCOS, menopause

• Bariatric surgery - Pre and Post gastric bands and sleeves

• Paediatrics - preferably from 5+ years

• Health coaching - weight neutral approach to health and wellbeing, health behavior change

Taya McLaren

(Dietitian)

Who am I?

 After graduating from UQ with a Masters of dietetics in early 2020, Taya made the move to Dalby and is excited to be living in the country. Having a love for cooking, Taya is well equipped to help clients find a nutritional and exciting way to enjoy a healthier diet!

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Special interest

• Pediatrics (i.e. fussy eating)

• Women's health

• Nutrition in the older years of life

• Weight Management

• IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)

Available for appointments:

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Leah:

Tuesdays (Fortnightly)        8:30am to 4:30pm

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Taya:

Monday - Thursday             8:00am to 4:30pm

Patients with referrals regarding complex or unclear food allergies or intolerance MUST select the extended 60 minute consultation.