About Nutrition Connection

Specialist nutrition assessment and advice:

• Allergies
• Gut intolerances
• Fussy or restrictive eating
• Faltering growth/poor weight gain
• Healthy eating for weight reduction
• Sports advice for the young athlete
• Eating Disorder screening
• Single/multiple micronutrient deficiency (e.g. iron/calcium)

Other services:

Adult medical nutrition e.g. diabetes, high cholesterol, irritable bowel syndrome, motivation for maintaining changes.

Consultation fees:

• Initial appointments: 60mins = $185
• Review appointments: 30mins = $90 : 45mins = $145
• Email or phone reviews: 15mins = $50 (includes repeat prescriptions)

Use your Health Insurance!

Check your policy to see if it includes seeing a NZ Registered Dietitian. You will need to pay for your consultation yourself, but we will give you a receipt to claim back part or all of the cost (depending on your level of cover) from your health insurance company.

Learn how to eat well for better health, manage nagging gut issues, or understand healthy eating for sustainable weight loss. Our hospital experience and specialist knowledge means you are in safe hands – even with complex health issues.

We know people are bombarded with conflicting health and diet advice, so we are the experts that simplify and personalise nutrition information for your unique needs. We consider the whole of You ️❤️. ️

Dietitians are nutritional biochemists who have a Master’s degree in Human Nutrition and Science, and are registered under the Health Professionals Competency Act. They have specialised medical nutrition training and practice holistically to ensure long term changes for the best possible health.

We are passionate about helping people learn how to eat well for better health, whether you want to lose weight, manage nagging health issues, through to medical nutrition for complex health issues. We understand that people are bombarded with conflicting health and diet advice, and we aim to simplify and personalise nutrition information for your unique needs.

Anna Sloan

• NZ Registered Dietitian
• FODMAP Accredited - Monash University, Australia
• Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy - Monash University, Australia
• Post Graduate Diploma (Dietetics) (Masters Equiv.)
• Bachelor of Consumer and Applied Science (Human Nutrition) Otago University, New Zealand
• Lecturer/Marker : Massey University: School of Sport, Exercise and Nutrition | College of Health | Nutrition and Dietetic Centre

An expert in infant, child and adult nutrition, Anna is passionate about helping people understand that healthy eating and better health can be easy. She has a holistic approach which is complemented by scientific research, but approaches nutrition on an individual level, taking into account not just a person’s health and wellness concerns, but also their budget, lifestyle and time constraints.

With over 20 years’ experience Anna is a highly sought after dietitian. You may recognise her from the TVNZ children’s show 'Activate' and other media roles including 'What’s Really In Our Food' series 1, 3 and 4, as well as an expert commentator for Radio New Zealand and Newshub reports.

She is particularly interested in digestive issues, allergies and food intolerances, along with helping people make real changes towards long term positive relationships with food.

General family and adult/older adult health, and the management of chronic conditions through nutritional therapy and positive lifestyle changes is another of her strengths.

HELPING YOU FEEL GOOD

As a mother of two, (both allergy children) Anna understands the need for practical advice that fits in with the rest of the family. Anna’s friendly, helpful manner and personalised approach ensures you will gain the knowledge and skills required to confidently be where you want to be with having a positive relationship with food. Be assured that Anna is no fan of restrictive eating plans – she wants you to get back to enjoying life and feel good about the food choices you make!

Anna believes life is about enjoying what you eat while knowing that it’s good for you and your family!

Rebecca McCarroll

• Registered Dietitian
• Master of Health Sciences (A+ First Class Honours) University of Auckland
• Postgraduate Diploma in Dietetics  
• Bachelor of Science – Major, Human Nutrition, University of Auckland  

Rebecca has worked for the NZ National Heart Foundation, Auckland and Waitemata District Health Boards before a long stint as Clinical Director and Professional Teaching Fellow for the University of Auckland Nutrition and Dietetics Programme.

She provided education and training for dietetic students, while running outpatient clinics and is pleased to be able to bring her knowledge and empathy to Nutrition Connection clients.

Rebecca has a passion for Women’s Health, and is an expert in weight loss/management, cardiovascular disease, Type 2 Diabetes and sports nutrition. She has been working with Nutrition Connection clients, including complex gastro conditions for the last year and is passionate about helping improve quality of life for people.  Rebecca also enjoys helping people with allergies and intolerances find their food freedom. 

When not working, Rebecca enjoys spending time with her young children and having adventures.

Availability: Monday / Friday 

Online appointments

 

Anna and Rebecca are proud to partner with ALBY Health and A Little Bit Yummy, bringing dietetic level care to people worldwide.

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