Digestive & Metabolic Health

Digestive and metabolic health is about how your body breaks down food, absorbs nutrients and uses energy. Weight issues affect individuals across diverse demographics, impacting both physical and mental wellbeing. Whether you're seeking to shed excess weight or maintain a balanced weight, understanding the principles of effective weight management is essential.

Our resources provide up to date knowledge on weight loss medication, sustainable strategies for weight control, healthy nutrition, and lifestyle modifications. Explore evidence-based tips and practical advice to support your weight goals. You can browse practitioners listed on Health Hunter below, including GPs, dietitians and gastroenterologists.

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Dr. Sally Chapman

General Practitioner

Hobart

TAS

Howrah

TAS

Dr. Sally Chapman graduated from the Tasmanian University in 1989 and began her medical career in Western Australia. She established Health Change, a practice that combines orthodox medicine with functional medical training and integrative medicine. Dr. Chapman‚'s special interests include natural hormone replacement therapies, thyroid health, autoimmune conditions, energy imbalances, fatigue, metabolic diseases, weight management, and more. She aims to empower individuals with knowledge and provide holistic solutions for improving health outcomes 1.

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Sharon Curtain

Health Coach

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Sharon is a Dietitian and HCANZA Accredited Health and Wellness Coach. Passionate about the difference health coaching makes to client outcomes and the effectiveness of a health professional’s consultation, Sharon trains health professionals to become Health Coaches in her business Accredited Health Coaching Australia and as a lecturer in the James Cook University Lifestyle Medicine Qualification.

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Ryan Semera

Nurse Practitioner

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Ryan is an endorsed Nurse Practitioner and Credentialed Diabetes Educator. He stands as an advocate for Alternative Medicine, providing a beacon of hope and relief for those grappling with health conditions.

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Dr. Katharina Schmid

General Practitioner

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North Shore Sydney

NSW

Brookvale

NSW

Dr. Katharina Schmid is a Lifestyle Medicine GP and Lifestyle Medicine Physician. She focuses on evidence-based lifestyle strategies to augment existing treatment plans and help patients achieve optimal health outcomes. Dr. Schmid has particular interests in chronic disease prevention, management, and reversal, healthy aging, metabolic conditions (type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes, metabolic syndrome, obesity), women‚'s health, paediatrics, and dermatology.

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Dr. Marie Anderson

Psychologist

Eltham 3095

VIC

North Melbourne

VIC

As a Clinical & Health Psychologist, I am trained under the Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) model. I have an interest in the natural therapies, take a holistic view of emotional wellbeing, and I have an integrated eclectic therapeutic style. I have a degree in the Behavioural Sciences (Psychology) with Honours and I completed my Doctor of Health Psychology in 2012 at La Trobe University. I am a Fellow Member of the Australian Psychological Society‚'s Clinical and Health Colleges, and I am a registered Psychologist with A.P.H.P.R.A. I have a long history in human resources, training, occupational rehabilitation, and health psychology at a leading general hospital. My doctoral thesis explored the use of motivational strategies to support effective health behaviour change. I also completed additional training through Deakin University to provide Clinical Psychology Services. I have been in private practice since 2004 and I draw on evidence-based strategies to treat a range of emotional imbalances, including helping clients to change their unhealthy habits and self-defeating behaviours. The work I do with clients is to inspire them to grow their potential and live a meaningful, balanced life. I educate and provide strategies to help them challenge their self-limiting beliefs, nurture their strengths, and learn to live by their principal values. In doing so, I help clients to bridge the gap between where they are and where they want to be. In collaborating with my clients to achieve a balanced sense of self, we work towards attaining a healthy mind and a healthy body. We also explore what‚'s possible in realising a purposeful, fully self-expressed life.

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Danielle Anthony

Psychologist

Sydney

NSW

Brookvale

NSW

Danielle Anthony is a female psychologist based in Sydney (Brookvale). She completed a Professional Doctorate in Clinical and Health Psychology after earning her Honours degree in Psychology from the University of Newcastle. Danielle is passionate about psychology, enjoys continuous learning, and is dedicated to making a positive difference in people’s lives. She has experience supporting individuals with depression, anxiety, stress, self-esteem concerns, and life adjustments. She has a strong interest in clinical health psychology and enjoys working with people living with chronic conditions such as cancer and diabetes. Danielle takes a warm, compassionate approach and uses a range of evidence-based therapies, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), Schema Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based techniques.

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Dr. Peter Bablis

Integrative Medicine Practitioner

Double Bay

NSW

East Sydney

NSW

Sydney

NSW

Dr Peter Bablis PhD. Is a practising Integrative Clinician, Chiropractor for 35 years, based in Sydney Australia. He is the founder and driving force behind Universal Health‚ whose aim and philosophy is to provide Integrative Medicine of excellence in holistic health care. He is well known and respected in the field for his groundbreaking work in Mind-Body Medicine, Chiropractic and specialises in Kinesiology techniques. He was a Director and the Research Chair of the non-profit research foundation investigating Mind Body medicine www.onefoundation.org. Dr Bablis further hired and managed a Research Director for over 10 years, raising over USD$1 million dollars for research. Dr Bablis is one of the most prolific investigators in Chiropractic Research which include publications on spinal disorders, mechanical health issues, emotional health and endocrine conditions- www.researchgate.net/profile/Peter-Bablis

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David Beard

Sports & Exercise Physician, Lifestyle Physician

Perth

Nedlands

David‚'s passion for understanding the health benefits of exercise and nutrition started during his undergraduate studies at the University of Western Australia. A Fullbright Scholarship allowed him to further his education at The University of Arizona in the USA. Having worked in preventive health and aged care has given him vast experience of working with people of all ages and health status. His interest in metabolic health grew from his passion for understanding how the biochemical processes within the cells drive our physiology and determine our health and performance. He applies his understanding of human physiology to assist patients improve their metabolic health for optimal energy resulting in better health and function.

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Meredyth Bell

Pharmacist

Barraba

NSW

Tamworth

NSW

Meredyth Bell is a registered pharmacist with extensive experience in both retail and hospital pharmacy management. She is also a weight loss consultant and personal trainer. Meredyth is passionate about lifestyle medicine and preventive health. Her special interests include mental health, sleep disorders, and autoimmune diseases.

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Dr. Amanda Benham

Dietitian

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North Brisbane

QLD

Spring Hill

QLD

Dr Amanda Benham is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and a Fellow of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine. Her area of special expertise is plant-based nutrition and planning plant-based diets for optimal health and nourishment for people of all ages.

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Dr. Dinah Blunt

Anaesthetist

North Brisbane

QLD

Paddington

QLD

Dr Blunt is an anaesthetist in private practice in Brisbane. She has a special interest in hypnosis as an adjunct to anaesthesia, analgesia, and enhanced surgical recovery. She provides health coaching and hypnotherapy for medical trauma, phobias, weight loss, addiction, complex medical conditions and chronic pain. In particular she uses The Richards Trauma Process to relieve PTSD.

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Wendy Bryant

Diabetes Educator

North Shore Sydney

NSW

North Sydney

NSW

Wendy is a healthcare professional with a rich tapestry of experience and expertise. She has dedicated her career to empowering individuals with the knowledge and tools to manage their health effectively. She has developed skills and expertise in diabetes care across diverse demographics, including adolescents, pregnant women, and individuals with Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes, obesity, weight management concerns, and preventive care strategies. Providing exceptional care to her patients, integrating her extensive knowledge of diabetes management with a holistic approach to healthcare. By embracing lifestyle interventions and emphasising self-care and self-management, with a commitment to providing comprehensive and personalised healthcare solutions.

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Dr. Lucy Burns

Lifestyle Medicine GP

South Melbourne

VIC

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Tyabb

VIC

Dr. Lucy Burns is a GP and lifestyle medicine doctor with extensive training in psychological medicine. She co-created Real Life Medicine, an online learning platform, inspired by her successful medical weight loss clinic. Dr. Lucy speaks at conferences for doctors on weight management and menopause, as well as events for the public. Her expertise extends to metabolic health and menopause discussions.

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Dr Jane Catley

Health Coach

Brighton

VIC

South Melbourne

VIC

Jane Catley, a qualified pharmacist and health coach, focuses on lifestyle medicine. She emphasises nutrition, exercise, stress management, sleep, and avoiding harmful substances to prevent or reverse chronic diseases. Jane aims to empower individuals to take control of their health.

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Dr. Clara Chu

Lifestyle Medicine GP

West Sydney

NSW

Bella Vista

NSW

Clara graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Medical Science with Honours in 1998 and a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery in 2002. She has been working in General Practice since 2008. Clara has a Diploma in Child Health and a Certificate in Sexual Health and Family Planning. She attained her fellowship with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners in 2007. Clara became a Board Certified Lifestyle Medicine Physician through the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine and the International Board of Lifestyle Medicine in 2020. She is a fellow of the Australasian Society of Lifestyle Medicine and a Health Coaching Australia and New Zealand Association (HCANZA) accredited health and wellness coach. Clara enjoys the variety that General Practice has to offer, and considers it a privilege to have the opportunity to engage in long term partnerships with her patients. She is passionate about empowering her patients to optimise their health in a holistic way. Her special interests include proactive healthcare, lifestyle medicine, diabetes reversal, weight reduction management, and mental health.

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Robyn Chuter

Nutritionist

Telehealth

Bundaberg

QLD

South Isis

QLD

Robyn Chuter has been helping people get healthy and happy since 1995. She is a university-qualified health practitioner, with a Bachelor of Health Science (and the Dean's Medal for Outstanding Academic Achievement) from the University of New England, a Bachelor of Health Science (Honours) with First Class Honours from Edith Cowan University, a Diploma of Naturopathy from the Australasian College of Natural Therapies, and a Graduate Diploma of Counselling from the Australian College of Applied Psychology.

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Healthy Gut Australia

A 26 week program designed by expert dieticians to help get your gut health back on track with personalised health guidance, supportive community and tracking application for your progress.

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Healthy Habits

Used to track health goals and links to GPs. The Healthy Habits app lets you access information to improve your lifestyle and provides an easy way to show GPs your progress.

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Get Healthy

6 month confidential online and phone coaching supported by NSW Health to help you improve your lifestyle by making changes.

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Noom

Through a combination of psychology, technology, and human coaching, our platform has helped millions of our users meet their personal health and wellness goals.

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MyFitness Pal

Scan barcodes, personal dashboard, intermittent fasting, expert backed recipes, digital community.

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Rise and Recharge

Long periods of sitting (sedentary behaviour) increases our risk of developing heart disease, type 2 diabetes and some forms of cancer. Use this app to help you to become chair aware and reduce sitting time.

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FoodSwitch

Foodswitch allows you to scan and view the nutrition profiles of food on the go to see how it affects your diet.

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Simple Innovation

Period Tracker and Calendar is an extremely easy to use app that helps women track their periods, cycle, ovulation and conception days. Whether you're worried about conception, birth control, contraception, or having regular periods Period Tracker and Calendar app can help.

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Carb Manager

Live a low-carb high-fat diet lifestyle. Log each meal in seconds, even by taking a picture of what you ate. Also includes articles, forums, recipes, meal planners and a community with weekly challenges. You can also upgrade to the subscription version to track blood glucose and insulin values.

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Monash FODMAP Diet

The Monash University FODMAP app includes general information about the FODMAP diet and IBS, as well as tutorials on using the app and following the 3-Step FODMAP diet. It features a Food Guide with a 'traffic light system' to indicate FODMAP content in hundreds of foods, a list of certified low FODMAP branded products, and over 70 low FODMAP recipes. The app also allows users to create shopping lists, add notes to foods, and record food intake, IBS symptoms, bowel habits, and stress levels in a Diary, which aids in FODMAP reintroduction. Additionally, the app provides options to adjust units of measurement and enable colour blindness assistance.

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FODMAP Friendly

The FODMAP Friendly Certification Trademark identifies low FODMAP packaged foods to help manage IBS symptoms. The FODMAP Friendly App, created by an accredited dietitian, provides evidence-based information from a NATA accredited laboratory in a user-friendly database.

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Monash University FODMAP diet

Assists in the management of symptoms related to Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Helps create diets and shopping lists to manage symptoms with a note taking function on how certain foods affect you.

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CHC Medical

CHC Medical offers online and offline health consultations for a range of services such as women and mens health, preventative health care and mental health.

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Eat for Health

Australian dietary guidelines. Advice about the amount and kinds of foods that we need to eat for health and wellbeing.

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Yuka

Scan the barcodes of food and personal care products and instantly see their impact on your health.

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What is a
Weight Loss & Management Practitioner

Many different practitioners help with weight, gut and metabolic health. Your GP is usually the first step: they check your health, order blood tests and can discuss medicines. Accredited Practising Dietitians give eating advice, exercise physiologists design activity programs and psychologists help with eating habits and motivation. Endocrinologists and gastroenterologists are medical specialists; you need a GP referral to claim a Medicare rebate. Some people also see nutritionists or naturopaths.

Getting Help With Gut and Metabolic Health

Weight Management Plans

A GP and dietitian can help you set realistic goals and a sustainable plan covering eating, activity and sleep. Some people may discuss medicines or weight loss surgery. Small, steady changes are usually easier to maintain.

Gut Symptom Assessment

Ongoing bloating, reflux, pain or bowel changes are worth checking. A GP can look for causes such as IBS, coeliac disease or infection. See a doctor promptly about bleeding, unexplained weight loss or trouble swallowing.

Pre-diabetes Risk

Pre-diabetes means blood sugar is higher than normal but below the diabetes range. A GP can test and assess your risk. Eating well, moving more and managing weight can lower your type 2 diabetes risk.

Eating and Emotions

Stress, mood and habits can shape how you eat. A psychologist can help with emotional eating and body image. If you are worried about disordered eating, see your GP or call the Butterfly Foundation on 1800 33 4673.

Food Intolerances

Some people react to foods such as lactose, wheat or certain carbohydrates. A GP can help tell apart allergy, intolerance and coeliac disease and arrange testing. A dietitian can guide a low FODMAP or elimination diet safely.

Heart Disease Risk

High cholesterol, high blood pressure and extra weight around the waist often occur together and raise the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. A GP can check these. A dietitian and exercise physiologist can help.

FAQs

How do I find a weight management practitioner near me?

You can browse practitioners who help with weight management on this page and search by location. Each profile shows where they are based and whether they offer telehealth, and you can request an appointment. If you are not sure who to see first, your GP can help you decide.

Can a GP help with weight management?

Yes, a GP is a good first step. They can check for health issues that may affect your weight, such as thyroid problems or side effects of medicines, and talk through your options, including whether medicines or other treatments may be suitable for you. They can also refer you to a dietitian, exercise physiologist, psychologist or specialist.

What is a healthy weight for me?

A healthy weight depends on more than one number. Health professionals often use body mass index (BMI) and waist measurement as a starting point, but these do not tell the whole story. Your age, body build, ethnic background and overall health all matter. Your GP can help you understand what a healthy weight range looks like for you.

Do I need a referral to see a dietitian?

No, you can book a private appointment with a dietitian without a referral. If you have a chronic condition, your GP may be able to set up a chronic condition management plan, which can give you Medicare-subsidised visits with a dietitian and other allied health practitioners. Some private health extras cover may also help with the cost.

How can I maintain weight loss long-term?

Long-term weight management involves maintaining a balanced diet, regular physical activity, ongoing support, and mindful eating habits. Specialists can provide continuous guidance, monitor your progress, and adjust your plan as needed to help you sustain your weight loss over time.

What are the most effective weight loss treatments available?

Effective weight loss treatments include personalised diet plans, regular exercise, behavioural therapy, medication, and, in some cases, surgical interventions like bariatric surgery. A specialist will work with you to determine the most suitable approach based on your health needs and weight loss goals.

What are the common challenges in weight loss, and how can a specialist help?

Common challenges include slow metabolism, emotional eating, hormonal imbalances, and difficulty maintaining healthy habits. Specialists can help identify the root causes of your weight struggles and develop tailored strategies, including meal planning, exercise routines, and behavioral therapy, to overcome these challenges.

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IBS

Leaky Gut Syndrome

Metabolic health

Nutrition

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Thyroid & Adrenal Conditions

Digestive & Metabolic Health Featured Articles

Leaky Gut Symptoms: Signs, Diagnosis & How to Heal

What Causes Digestive Issues? Gut Symptom Checker

Interview - Menopause and Perimenopause: A Conversation with Dr Kafayat Lee

PMOS and You: How a Women’s Health and Hormone Practitioner for Women Can Help

You’ve Been Told to Eat Better, Move More, and Stress Less… But No One Shows You How

The Gut-Brain Connection in Children: Could Digestive Health Be Affecting Behaviour, Learning and Development?

Digestive & Metabolic Health Apps & Services

Healthy Gut Australia

Healthy Habits

Get Healthy

Noom

MyFitness Pal

Rise and Recharge

FoodSwitch

Simple Innovation

Calorie Counter

Carb Manager

Monash FODMAP Diet

FODMAP Friendly

Monash University FODMAP diet

CHC Medical

Eat for Health

Yuka

What is a Weight Loss & Management Practitioner

Getting Help With Gut and Metabolic Health

Weight Management Plans

Gut Symptom Assessment

Pre-diabetes Risk

Eating and Emotions

Food Intolerances

Heart Disease Risk

FAQs

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Weight Loss & Management Practitioner
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Digestive & Metabolic Health
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What is a
Weight Loss & Management Practitioner