What Does an Accredited Practising Dietitian & Nutritionist Do?
An Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) is a qualified health professional who provides evidence-based nutrition and dietary advice. They use their expertise to help people improve their health, support recovery, optimise athletic performance, and build sustainable eating habits through personalised nutrition.
In Australia, dietitians complete a four-year Bachelor's degree that includes supervised clinical training in medical nutrition therapy, clinical nutrition, and food service management.
With so much conflicting nutrition information and fad diets in the media, it can be difficult to know what advice to trust. A dietitian helps you understand how your body works, how nutrition supports your health, and how to make informed food choices that suit your individual needs.
At POGO, our dietitians work with you to create a personalised nutrition plan tailored to your lifestyle, health goals, sporting demands, and long-term wellbeing.
Dietitian Services
- Individual, personalised nutrition consultations
- Nutritional status assessments
- Personalised meal plans
- Practical, sustainable, evidence-based nutrition advice
- Healthy recipes and meal ideas
- Food budgeting strategies
- Food label reading and supermarket guidance
- Simple portion control advice
- Tips for eating out and choosing healthier takeaway options
- Goal setting and progress tracking
- Accountability, counselling, and ongoing support
- Body measurements and progress monitoring
Areas of Expertise
- Sports nutrition for endurance athletes, including triathlon, Ironman, running, cycling, and swimming
- Nutrition to support injury management and recovery
- Female athlete nutrition, including RED-S, the Female Athlete Triad, and amenorrhoea
- Weight loss and long-term weight management
- Healthy eating and general wellbeing
- Food allergies and intolerances
Consultation Fees & Rebates
Medicare rebates may be available for eligible patients, and private health insurance rebates can be claimed with participating health funds.
For current dietetic consultation fees, please refer to our online booking form.
