Functional Nutrition at Darling Health
Functional nutrition supports your body in healing naturally by addressing health concerns at the root level to improve overall
wellbeing, manage symptoms, and restore balance.
Supporting your return to health with functional nutrition
Functional nutrition is a comprehensive approach to diet and health that considers your diet, lifestyle, sleep, gut health, energy, and environment to create tailored dietary recommendations and treatment plans. Aligned with the principles of functional medicine, functional nutrition looks beyond symptoms to address the root cause of health concerns. This approach emphasises whole, unprocessed foods and considers lifestyle factors such as movement, stress, sleep, and relationships—all of which can impact overall health.
Our nutritionists will explore any imbalances in your diet and create a personalised treatment plan to address concerns like digestion, immunity, organ function, and hormone balance. They will guide you in making nutrient-rich food choices and lifestyle changes, empowering you to feel vibrant and achieve long-term wellness.
Natural Health Care
Healing from within
At Darling Health, we support your health journey by nurturing your body’s natural ability to heal and thrive through a whole-food diet and carefully selected nutritional supplements without relying on synthetic medicines. Our nutritional approach incorporates the latest research on nutrigenomics and functional foods to create a personalised dietary plan that addresses the root causes of your health concerns.
Digestive Health
It supports a healthy gut microbiome, relieving bloating, IBS, and other digestive concerns while promoting better nutrient absorption and overall health.
Women's Health
Improve PMS, perimenopause and menopause symptoms, low libido, and fertility by stabilising glucose and energy levels, balancing hormones and encouraging the body’s natural detoxification process.
Balanced Hormones
Helps regulate hormone levels to support fertility and reproductive health while reducing PMS symptoms, fatigue, and mood fluctuations.
Energy and Mood
Balances blood sugar levels and delivers essential nutrients to support stable energy, mental clarity, and emotional wellbeing.
Maintain a health body weight
Addresses underlying metabolic concerns to support natural weight balance while enhancing energy, mobility, and a positive relationship with food.
Chronic Pain Management
Reduces inflammation and relieves pain associated with conditions such as lower back pain, neck and shoulder pain, knee pain, and osteoarthritis.
Children's Health
Supports healthy growth and development and helps with self-regulation challenges such as ADHD and other neurodivergent symptoms.
Autoimmune and Chronic Disease Prevention
Reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and autoimmune conditions through targeted dietary strategies that promote long-term health.
What is functional nutrition
Functional nutrition is a holistic practice that considers every aspect of your health, diet, and lifestyle when creating nutrition recommendations. It goes beyond traditional advice by following the principles of functional medicine, viewing the body as an interconnected system. Instead of focusing on symptoms, Functional nutrition looks at the root causes of health concerns, including diet, lifestyle choices, toxin exposure, or medication use. By looking at the bigger picture, our Functional nutritionists can help you restore balance and enhance your overall health.
Benefits of functional nutrition
Holistic Health
Treats the whole person by considering physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing.
Evidenced Based Philosophies
Uses scientific research to identify and address the root cause of health issues.
Prevention and Longevity
Dietary and lifestyle strategies support long-term health and disease prevention.
Nutrient Sufficiency
Reduces dependency on supplementation by emphasising nutrient-rich foods.
Increased Energy Levels
Promotes vitality and sustained energy throughout the day.
Stress and Mood Management
Helps balance stress and improve emotional resilience.
Immune Support
Strengthens the immune system using food-based remedies.
Healthy Digestion
Improves gut health and nutrient absorption for better overall wellness.
What’s the difference between a functional nutritionist and a dietician?
While dietitians offer general dietary guidance and medical interventions, functional nutritionists take a more holistic view by exploring how diet and lifestyle influence your overall health.
DIETICIAN
NUTRITIONIST
Understanding your nutritional needs through functional testing
Functional testing allows us to look beyond symptoms and understand the underlying factors affecting your health. We use advanced methods like hair, blood, urine, and stool analysis to identify nutrient deficiencies, food sensitivities, and digestive imbalances. This information enables us to create a nutrition plan for your body’s needs, ensuring that dietary recommendations are targeted, effective, and support harmony and vitality.
OUR TEAM
Meet our functional nutritionists
Our Sydney-based team of functional nutritionists are passionate about the healing power of whole foods and nature. We take an evidence-based approach, integrating nutrition and lifestyle changes to support your health and wellbeing. We provide holistic care that nurtures your body, mind, and overall wellness.
Amanda Haberecht
ND, MATMS
Amanda specialises in gut health, fertility, and hormonal balance, focusing on nutrient absorption and natural detoxification for reproductive health.
Phoebe Jobson
B.A PSYCH, ADV DIP NATUROPATHY, MATMS
Phoebe specialises in supporting women with acute and chronic conditions, focusing on skin issues like eczema, gut imbalances, and body positivity.
Carmen Cooper
ADV DIP NUT MED, ADV DIP NAT, MATMS
Carmen provides fertility nutrition guidance, working closely with clients through diet and supplements, particularly during IVF.
Jacqueline Lovett
BHSc NAT, ATMS
Jacqueline offers nutrition support for fertility, pregnancy, and postnatal health, including meal planning and advice on living a low-tox life.
Is functional nutrition right for you?
If you're unsure whether functional nutrition is the right fit or have questions about how our Sydney-based nutritionists can support your health journey, we’re here to help! We offer a complimentary 10-minute phone consultation to discuss your concerns and explore how our services can meet your needs.
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