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03/03/2026

March is Endometriosis Awareness Month 💛
At Desert Dietitians, we’re shining a light on how a holistic approach—especially nutrition—can help support your wellbeing and ease endo symptoms.
“March Into Yellow” is a simple, powerful way to start the conversation and show support for those living with endometriosis. 💛🌼
All month long, we’re sharing nutrition strategies you can weave into your lifestyle to help you feel more supported, nourished, and empowered. Stay tuned! ✨

23/02/2026

23/02/2026

2016 ➡️ 2026

We might be late to the trend… but we’re jumping in anyway 😉

2016:
✨ “Lose weight fast”
✨ Detox teas & juice cleanses
✨ Cutting entire food groups
✨ Quick fixes over long-term health

A lot of all-or-nothing thinking. A lot of marketing. Not a lot of sustainability.

2026 (what we’re expecting):
🌿 A more holistic approach
👩‍⚕️ Stronger focus on women’s health
🧠 Gut health, hormones & mental wellbeing
💊 A BIG rise in supplements hitting the market
🍓Fibre will be the new protein this year.

And while some trends are positive (we love seeing women’s health finally getting the attention it deserves 🙌), more supplements doesn’t always mean better health.

Before jumping into a cupboard full of powders and supplements— get personalised advice. What works for your friend, your favourite influencer, or someone on TikTok may not be what your body actually needs.

Food first. Evidence-based always. Individualised forever.

Here’s to 2026 being about nourishment, not punishment 💛

17/02/2026

Back on the road and straight into our first bush trip to Tennant Creek for 2026 🙌🌧️

There was plenty of rain around (and a lot of water back home in Alice Springs!) but that didn’t stop a great week on the ground.

Here’s what we got up to:

✨ Supporting our NDIS participants with personalised meal plans, enteral nutrition plans, and building confidence in cooking and meal preparation.
✨ Spending another week alongside the amazing chronic disease team at Anyinginyi Health Aboriginal Corporation.
✨ Cooking with young families at the new Learning Centres around Tennant Creek – practical, hands-on, and lots of great conversations.
✨ A spot of yoga with Lucy at the Community Shed to round out a busy week 🧘‍♀️

We feel so privileged to support communities across the Barkly region.

Our next Tennant Creek trip is in April! If you’d like to see one of our Dietitians while we’re there, please get in touch to book in 💚

19/12/2025

✨ And that’s a wrap for 2025! ✨

Thank you to all our incredible clients and community for your support throughout the year — we truly couldn’t do what we do without you 💚

From all of us at Desert Dietitians, we wish you and your families a safe, relaxing and very Merry Christmas, and a happy New Year 🎄✨

We can’t wait to see you in 2026!

📅 We reopen Monday, 12 January 2026
During the break, please feel free to email, text, or leave us a message — and we’ll get back in touch when we return.

Enjoy the festive season 💫
— Katelyn and The Desert Dietitians team

26/11/2025

✨ Nutrition in Perimenopause & Menopause ✨
Supporting your body through this transition starts with the right nutrients. Four big players make a huge difference in symptoms, mood, and long-term health:

🔹 Choline
Helps with brain health, memory, and liver function. Many women don’t get enough.
Found in: eggs, salmon, lean meats, soybeans.

🔹 Isoflavones
Plant compounds that can gently support oestrogen balance and reduce hot flushes.
Found in: tofu, tempeh, soy milk, edamame.

🔹 Calcium
Essential for protecting your bones as hormone levels shift.
Found in: dairy, fortified milks, almonds, leafy greens, tinned salmon with bones.

🔹 Omega-3s
Reduce inflammation, support heart health, and may ease mood changes.
Found in: salmon, sardines, chia seeds, walnuts, flaxseed.

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✨ Join us for our last Eat Smart session of 2025!
📅 Today – Wednesday, November 26th
⏰ 4:45 p.m.
📍 Shop 4/8 Gregory Terrace, Alice Springs

Learn how to use nutrition to support your hormones, energy, and long-term wellbeing. Limited spots — see you there! 💛

06/11/2025

Tired of generic food advice or trying to find the answers in your web browser?
We are have all been there! That's why we take a holistic approach, combining your health goals, medical history, and lifestyle to create a personalised nutrition plan that's just right for you.
Give us a call or jump online and see which Dietitan suits you best!

23/10/2025

Meet Our Dietitians 💫
Your goals matter — and we’re here to help you reach them.
At Desert Dietitians, our team brings together a powerful mix of expertise, passion, and lived experience to support every stage of your health journey. Whether you're navigating gut health, women's health, paediatrics, disability nutrition, or chronic conditions — we've got you covered.
We believe in progress, not perfection. That’s why we’re always learning, upskilling, and staying ahead with the latest strategies that actually work.
Let’s make this your breakthrough year. You’ve got the goals — we’ve got the team to help you make them happen! 💥🌿

22/10/2025

Meet the Team 👋
Say hi to Janice! 📞✨
Janice is our highly motivated Administration Officer, with a Business degree from Monash University. She’s joined Desert Dietitians to help grow and strengthen our business operations.
She’s often the friendly voice you’ll hear when calling to ask a question or book your appointment — always ready to help with a smile!
We’re so grateful for the energy and organisation she brings to our team, always keeping us on track!

21/10/2025

Meet the Team 👋
Say hello to Katelyn! 🌸
Katelyn has called Alice Springs home since 2012 and has worked across Central Australia, bringing deep local knowledge and experience to her practice.
She’s the proud owner and Senior Dietitian at Desert Dietitians, leading the team with passion and expertise.
Katelyn’s key areas of interest include:
💃 Women’s health – fertility, PCOS, and menopause
👶 Paediatric nutrition & feeding difficulties
🧩 Disability nutrition
Her commitment to empowering clients through personalised care makes her a cornerstone of our team!

21/10/2025

Meet the Team 👋
Next up, meet Hina! 🌿
Hina is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who studied at Monash University in Melbourne and originally grew up in sunny Cairns.
She’s passionate about helping people thrive through nutrition, with special interests in:
🌱 Gut health – especially IBS and the gut–mental health connection
💃 Women’s health – including menopause support
🧠 Eating disorders
🧩 Disability nutrition
We’re thrilled to have Hina’s warmth and expertise on our team!

20/10/2025

Meet the Team 👋
First up, say hello to Alison! 🌟
Alison is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who made the move from NSW to Alice Springs in 2023 and now proudly calls it home.
She brings a wealth of expertise and passion to our team, with special interests in:
👶 Paediatrics & feeding therapy for children with feeding difficulties
🏃‍♀️ Sports nutrition
💪 Women’s health, especially PCOS
🧠 Disability nutrition
❤️ Chronic disease management
We’re so lucky to have her on board!