Optimum Intake Dietitians

06/11/2025

Our Disability Nutrition Team Leader Jane and Adult Disability Dietitian Isabelle had a great day at the Ready Set Connect NDIS Expo in Gosford today!

They chatted about different ways people can access our dietitian services (not just through NDIS!), how we support clients who feel anxious about seeing a dietitian, and the many ways we help people living with disability achieve their nutrition goals.

We’ve also developed a new handout showing all the ways you can access our services — because good nutrition support should be easy to reach and tailored to you.

Thanks to everyone who came by our booth — we loved connecting with you!

17/10/2025

Let’s be honest, nobody enjoys talking about poo. But bowel health affects almost every part of our lives.

We’ve all had those moments when our tummy doesn’t agree with us—maybe from something we ate or a stomach bug and suddenly, our whole day changes. We might:

Skip a morning walk

Take a sick day from school or work

Avoid shops or social events in case of a bathroom emergency

Change what we eat to try and settle symptoms

For some people, though, this isn’t an occasional issue, it’s an everyday reality. And when constipation, diarrhoea, or other bowel changes become ongoing, they can seriously impact health, independence, and quality of life.

read more here in our latest blog post

Constipation, diarrhoea, and gut issues are common for people with disability. Learn how NDIS dietitians at Optimum Intake support bowel management to improve health, independence, and quality of life.

14/10/2025

Our Aged Care and Disability Dietitian Team Leaders (Holly & Jane) are representing Optimum Intake Dietitians at the Aged and Disability Expo in Newcastle today!

It’s always great when our teams cross paths and collaborate — bringing together diverse knowledge across different service areas, funding programs, and nutritional support needs. The breadth of work we do reflects the reach we’ve built in our community and the many people and health conditions we’re proud to support.

Events like this are also a wonderful chance to connect with other allied health professionals who share our passion for supporting community members — whether at home or in clinic spaces — with wraparound, person-centred care.

We’re looking forward to a great day meeting exhibitors, community members, and future collaborators! ✨

14/10/2025

Meet our Sports Dietitian - Sarah!

Sarah brings both personal and professional experience to her work as a sports dietitian at Optimum Intake.

Growing up as a competitive swimmer, she’s continued her love of sport through triathlons, running events, netball, and strength training. Sarah believes the best results come from understanding your unique needs and designing a plan that leaves you feeling strong, energised, and ready to perform.

She works with athletes of all levels, delivering evidence-based, practical nutrition strategies that fit real life.

Credentials
Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) – Dietitians Australia
Sports Dietitian – Sports Dietitians Australia (SDA)

Sarah is ready to help you take your performance to the next level – whether you’re training for your first event or striving for your personal best.

https://www.optimumintake.com.au/services/sports-nutrition/

10/10/2025

Building Connections

Strong partnerships mean better care. 💜

We value every referrer who trusts us to help clients with complex nutrition needs — together, we make a difference.

08/10/2025

✨ “Priceless peace of mind” ✨

We’re here to guide, support, and walk alongside clients as they navigate their diagnosis.

From menu planning to practical adjustments and alternatives, our dietitians help make nutrition feel doable, personal, and empowering. 💜

07/10/2025

For many people who rely on enteral nutrition (tube feeding), food can sometimes feel clinical, routine, or removed from the social connections of everyday meals. But there’s another option that’s becoming increasingly popular and supported by dietitians: Blended Tube Feeding (BTF).

At Optimum Intake Dietitians, we are proud to support participants and families who want to explore this approach, helping them do so safely, confidently, and in a way that enhances quality of life.

Learn more on blended tube feeding our blog post:

Blended tube feeding (BTF) offers improved tolerance, inclusion in family meals, and a sense of normalcy for people with feeding tubes. Learn how Optimum Intake Dietitians support families with safe, individualised BTF plans.

29/09/2025

When we think about barriers to progress whether in therapy, education, employment, or daily living, it’s easy to focus on time, resources, or motivation. But one of the most common hidden barriers is often overlooked: undernutrition.

Undernutrition, sometimes called malnutrition, affects people of all ages, body shapes, and sizes. It can quietly undermine health, slow recovery, and limit a person’s ability to fully participate in therapy, school, or work. The good news? With the right nutrition support, these outcomes can be prevented and reversed.

Optimum Intake Dietitians are here to help you, contact us on 0499 008 451 or admin@optimumintake.com.au

Check out our blog post:

Undernutrition (malnutrition) can reduce therapy outcomes, limit independence, and affect education and employment. Learn how dietitians at Optimum Intake support NDIS participants to overcome hidden nutrition barriers and thrive.

29/09/2025

Great to connect with the allied health team at Educational Case Management again!

Rachel shared a deep dive into Neurodiversity and Nutrition, exploring both the evidence and the practical supports our team at Optimum Intake provide.

It was fantastic to connect with our local allied health community and discuss real-life examples that make a difference in client care.

If you or your team would like to learn more about this topic, we’d love to hear from you.

Get in touch with us today!

26/09/2025

New Blog post: When GLP-1 medications are used without strong nutrition oversight, several complications or risks can arise. Evidence is growing that these are not rare side-effects.

At Optimum Intake Dietitians, we couldn’t agree more. We see firsthand how dietitian support makes a big difference in safety, comfort, and long-term success.

Read more here:

Considering GLP-1 medication for weight or diabetes management? Learn why dietitian support is vital for reducing side effects, protecting nutrition, and improving outcomes. Optimum Intake Dietitians offers local care in Central Coast/Newcastle and telehealth across Australia.

25/09/2025

Meal planning can be a useful starting tool, helping to provide structure, reduce decision fatigue, and build food confidence.

But it’s not designed for the long term.

Just like a cast supports a broken arm, a meal plan supports nutrition while confidence and skills are rebuilt.

Over time, the cast comes off.

The same goes for a meal plan.

The goal is to transition away from needing a plan, toward confident, flexible, and competent eating that adapts to your changing needs.

11/09/2025

Malnutrition took for screening and diagnosis in aged care.

Crystal, one of our Accredited Practising Dietitians shares valuable signs and tests to conduct to help you identify if someone is malnourished in older adults.