Question 1

What is the best diet for perimenopause?

Accepted Answer

There is no single diet that is best for every woman. A supportive dietary pattern generally includes adequate protein, fibre-rich plant foods, healthy fats, nutritious carbohydrates and foods providing essential vitamins and minerals. Recommendations are adapted to your health, symptoms, preferences and needs.

Question 2

Can a clinical nutritionist help during perimenopause?

Accepted Answer

A clinical nutritionist considers your diet, symptoms, health history, medications and available pathology to provide personalised nutrition guidance. Areas such as gut health, protein, iron and thyroid-related nutrition concerns can be considered together. Nutrition support complements medical assessment and treatment.

Question 3

Can nutrition help with weight and body-composition changes?

Accepted Answer

Nutrition support can help you review meal structure, protein, fibre, appetite, energy intake and lifestyle factors. Weight and body-composition changes are complex; recommendations are individualised, without restrictive diet rules or guaranteed weight-loss claims.

Question 4

Can you support women using menopausal hormone therapy?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Nutrition support can complement care from your prescribing doctor. Please disclose your medications and menopausal hormone therapy during your consultation so recommendations can be considered appropriately.

Question 5

What does a clinical nutritionist actually do?

Accepted Answer

A clinical nutritionist looks at your symptoms, health history, current diet, medications and pathology together, and builds a nutrition strategy around what is realistic for you. Ola is an Accredited Member of the Australian Traditional Medicine Society and works alongside your GP, not instead of them.

Question 6

Do you consult in person in Cammeray, or online?

Accepted Answer

Every consultation is online, by video, anywhere in Australia. The practice is based in Cammeray on Sydney's Lower North Shore.

Question 7

What happens in the free 15 minute health assessment?

Accepted Answer

A short call to talk through your main concerns, ask questions about consultations, programs or testing, and work out which one is the right next step. It does not include a clinical assessment, a nutrition plan, a pathology review or supplement recommendations.

Question 8

How much is an initial consultation?

Accepted Answer

An initial nutrition consultation is A$225 and runs for 90 minutes. Follow-up consultations are A$115. A personalised 7-day meal plan is A$160.

Question 9

Can nutrition support help with SIBO?

Accepted Answer

Nutrition support cannot replace medical care for SIBO, and it is not a substitute for testing or for your doctor's plan. What it can do is shape what you eat during each phase, support digestion and motility, and help you rebuild afterwards. Ola is a SIBO-Certified Nutritionist trained through Dr Nirala Jacobi's SIBO Mastery Program.

Question 10

Can you support thyroid health through nutrition?

Accepted Answer

Nutrition support is available for medically diagnosed Hashimoto's, hypothyroidism and health after thyroid surgery. The focus is on nutrients involved in thyroid function, gut health and reading your pathology alongside your symptoms. It sits alongside the care your doctor provides, including any medication.

Question 11

Do you speak Polish?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Ola is Polish-Australian and consults in both English and Polish.

Question 12

What do I need to have ready before my first consultation?

Accepted Answer

Any recent pathology results, a list of your current medications and supplements, and a rough sense of what you eat in a typical week. If you do not have pathology, that is fine, and it is something we can discuss.

Question 13

Is a seven-day meal plan included?

Accepted Answer

Your consultation includes individualised nutrition guidance. A personalised seven-day meal plan is a separate service.

Question 14

How soon will I notice anything?

Accepted Answer

That varies a great deal between people and depends on what is going on, so it is not something anyone can honestly promise in advance. What is reasonable to expect is a clear plan after the first consultation and a review at your follow-up.

Question 15

How can nutrition support help with gut health concerns?

Accepted Answer

Nutrition support can help identify patterns that may be contributing to digestive discomfort and guide you towards a more suitable way of eating. Ola focuses on a root-cause approach, rather than a one-size-fits-all plan.

Question 16

Can a nutrition plan be adjusted if my gut symptoms change?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. Your plan can be reviewed and adjusted as your symptoms, tolerance and progress change. That flexibility is an important part of personalised care.

Question 17

Will I receive a meal plan as part of my support?

Accepted Answer

A personalised 7-day meal plan is available as one of the services offered. It can be a helpful way to make changes feel more practical and easier to follow at home.

Question 18

Do I need a breath test before booking?

Accepted Answer

No. Many people book first and organise testing afterwards, and some already have results from their GP or gastroenterologist. If a breath test would be useful, that is something to discuss in your consultation.

Question 19

Which Microba test should I choose?

Accepted Answer

That depends on your symptoms and what has already been investigated. Essentials, Extended and Comprehensive differ in how much they report on gastrointestinal health markers. The comparison page walks through each one, and the free 15 minute assessment exists so you do not have to guess.

Question 20

Can a clinical nutritionist help with SIBO?

Accepted Answer

A clinical nutritionist can provide dietary guidance, assess nutritional intake and support food reintroduction alongside appropriate medical care. Ola considers your symptoms, health history, diet, medications and available pathology when developing your nutrition strategy.

Question 21

What should I eat if I have SIBO?

Accepted Answer

There is no single SIBO diet suitable for everyone. Recommendations consider your symptoms, nutritional requirements, bowel habits, food preferences and individual tolerance.

Question 22

Do I need a low-FODMAP diet?

Accepted Answer

Not everyone needs a low-FODMAP diet. Short-term modification of fermentable carbohydrates may help some people manage symptoms. If restriction is appropriate, it should be reviewed with guidance on reintroduction and nutritional adequacy.

Question 23

How does Ola support thyroid health through nutrition?

Accepted Answer

Ola provides thyroid nutrition support that looks at the bigger picture, including food choices, symptom patterns and overall metabolic balance. The aim is to create a plan that feels supportive and realistic for you.

Question 24

Do you work with people navigating perimenopause?

Accepted Answer

Yes, perimenopause nutrition support is one of the services offered. The focus is on helping you feel more informed and supported through this stage of change.

Question 25

What does “metabolic balance” mean in your approach?

Accepted Answer

Metabolic balance refers to supporting the body’s energy, blood sugar and overall nutrition needs in a way that suits your individual health picture. Ola uses food as medicine, with a practical and evidence-based approach.

Question 26

Is your approach suitable if I’ve been dealing with ongoing symptoms for a while?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Clinical Nutrition by Ola is designed for people with chronic symptoms who want a more personalised and thoughtful approach. The goal is to help you understand possible drivers and move towards long-term well-being.

Question 27

Can a nutritionist help with Hashimoto’s?

Accepted Answer

A clinical nutritionist can provide personalised dietary guidance, assess nutritional intake and consider digestive health alongside appropriate medical care. Nutrition support does not replace treatment for a thyroid condition.

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