1 hr 30 min
225 Australian dollars
Thyroid Nutritionist Sydney
In short: nutrition support for medically diagnosed Hashimoto's, hypothyroidism and health after thyroid surgery, working alongside the care your doctor is already providing.
The focus is on nutrients involved in thyroid function, gut health, and reading your pathology alongside your symptoms rather than in isolation. Iron often comes up.
Online across Australia, with a free 15 minute assessment to start.
Personalised Nutrition Support
Personalised nutrition support for Hashimoto’s, hypothyroidism, thyroid health and nutrition after thyroidectomy.
I’m Ola Krawczyk, a thyroid nutritionist based in Sydney, providing personalised nutrition support for Hashimoto’s, hypothyroidism and post-thyroidectomy health. Online consultations are available across Australia.
Nutrition support can complement medical care by helping you optimise nutrient intake, review dietary patterns, support gut health and create a practical eating strategy based on your individual needs.
Nutrition and Thyroid Health
The thyroid relies on a range of nutrients to support normal hormone production and metabolism.
A personalised nutrition approach may consider:
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Protein intake
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Iron
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Selenium
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Zinc
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Iodine
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Vitamin D
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B vitamins
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Overall dietary quality
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Gut and digestive health
Nutrition recommendations should always be considered alongside appropriate medical assessment and thyroid medication where prescribed.
Hashimoto’s Nutrition Support
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is an autoimmune thyroid condition.
Nutrition support may focus on:
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Nutrient adequacy
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Protein and fibre intake
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Anti-inflammatory food patterns
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Gut health
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Blood sugar balance
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Food tolerance
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Identifying unnecessary dietary restriction
Where appropriate, relevant pathology can also be reviewed alongside your symptoms and current diet.
Living with Hashimoto’s?
Hashimoto’s is an autoimmune thyroid condition that may affect energy, digestion, nutrient status and overall wellbeing. Learn more about the gut–thyroid connection, gluten and important thyroid nutrients in my guide: Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis: Gut, Gluten & Nutrition Support.
Hypothyroidism Nutrition Support
With hypothyroidism, nutrition can support overall wellbeing alongside medical treatment.
A personalised plan may consider:
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Energy and fatigue
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Protein intake
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Iron and B12 status
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Selenium and zinc intake
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Fibre and bowel regularity
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Blood sugar balance
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Weight and body composition goals
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Meal structure
The aim is not to “boost” the thyroid with one food or supplement, but to support overall nutritional status.
Nutrition After Thyroidectomy
After thyroid surgery, ongoing medical management and thyroid hormone replacement are essential where required.
Nutrition support may help with:
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Maintaining adequate protein
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Supporting energy
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Reviewing key micronutrients
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Managing constipation or digestive changes
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Supporting bone health
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Blood sugar balance
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Building a sustainable eating pattern
Nutrition is supportive and does not replace prescribed thyroid medication.
Nutrients Involved in Thyroid Function
Several nutrients play important roles in normal thyroid physiology.
These may include:
Iodine – required for thyroid hormone production
Selenium – involved in thyroid hormone metabolism
Iron – supports enzymes involved in thyroid hormone synthesis
Zinc – involved in thyroid and immune function
Vitamin D – important for immune and bone health
Protein – provides amino acids needed throughout the body
Supplementation should be individualised, particularly with iodine and selenium, because more is not always better.
Gut Health and Thyroid Health
The gut, immune system and nutrient absorption are closely connected.
For some people with thyroid conditions, digestive issues may include:
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Bloating
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Constipation
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Food sensitivities
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Changes in bowel habits
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Reduced nutrient absorption
A thyroid nutrition consultation may therefore also consider your digestive health, fibre intake, food variety and gut symptoms.
The digestive system, nutrient absorption and thyroid health can be closely connected. Learn more about the relationship between gut and thyroid health
Pathology and Nutritional Assessment
Where available and relevant, pathology may be reviewed alongside your symptoms and dietary intake.
This may include markers related to:
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Thyroid function
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Iron status
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Vitamin B12
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Vitamin D
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Blood glucose
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Lipids
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Other nutrients where clinically relevant
Nutrition recommendations are then tailored to your individual findings rather than based on a generic “thyroid diet.”
Iron is particularly relevant because inadequate iron status may affect energy and normal thyroid hormone production. Read more about the iron–thyroid connection.
Book a Thyroid Nutrition Consultation
Looking for personalised thyroid nutrition support?
Book an online thyroid nutrition consultation to review your diet, symptoms, relevant pathology and nutrition goals.
Support is available for people with:
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Hashimoto’s
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Hypothyroidism
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Post-thyroidectomy nutrition needs
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Digestive concerns alongside thyroid conditions
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Nutritional deficiencies
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Perimenopause and thyroid-related nutrition concerns
Online consultations available from Sydney across Australia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a nutritionist help with Hashimoto’s?
A clinical nutritionist can support Hashimoto’s through personalised nutrition strategies, nutrient assessment, gut health support and dietary guidance alongside appropriate medical care.
What foods support thyroid health?
There is no single thyroid diet. A balanced diet providing adequate protein, iron, selenium, zinc, iodine and other essential nutrients can support normal thyroid function and overall health.
Do you offer hypothyroidism nutrition support?
Yes. Nutrition support can consider energy, protein, fibre, nutrient status, blood sugar balance, digestive health and overall dietary quality.
Can you provide nutrition support after thyroidectomy?
Yes. Nutrition support after thyroidectomy can focus on nutrient adequacy, digestive health, energy, bone health and a sustainable eating pattern alongside prescribed medical treatment.
Do you offer thyroid nutrition consultations in Sydney?
Yes. Clinical Nutrition by Ola is based in Sydney and offers online thyroid nutrition consultations across Australia.
What does a clinical nutritionist actually do?
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.
Do you consult in person in Cammeray, or online?
Every consultation is online, by video, anywhere in Australia. The practice is based in Cammeray on Sydney's Lower North Shore.
What happens in the free 15 minute health assessment?
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.
How much is an initial consultation?
An initial nutrition consultation is AU$225 and runs for 90 minutes. Follow-up consultations are AU$115. A personalised 7-day meal plan is AU$160.
Can you support thyroid health through nutrition?
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.
Do you speak Polish?
Yes. Ola is Polish-Australian and consults in both English and Polish.
What do I need to have ready before my first consultation?
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.
How soon will I notice anything?
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.