Geraldine Perez
Accredited Practising Dietitian
IBS and food intolerances became the focus of my career by chance and the story, like many others, began with a stomach bug. While holidaying in the Philippines my former husband fell ill and, despite medical tests coming back normal, his symptoms persisted. As he grappled with a new reality we began the lengthy search for the right help, leading to a dead end.
It wasn’t until attending an industry seminar on the (then) new low FODMAP diet that I started experimenting with the principles at home. To my surprise, he was symptom free within a week.
Seeing my former husband struggle and knowing the link between diet and symptoms, I knew there was a need for a dedicated place where sufferers could turn to for the right help. A place we had desperately searched for but never found. A place like The Gut Friendly Dietitian.
Since opening our doors in 2017 our patients have seen extraordinary results. There’s rarely a case I can’t crack – the benefits of having a hub for all things gut related.
Beyond practising as a Dietitian for years in both private and public health settings, my experience as a certified health coach allows me to target the behavioural side of recovery. I provide the “what to do” alongside the crucial “how to do it”. Overcoming the biggest roadblock to results – sticking to your diet plan.
When I’m not consulting or working my other job as a Mum of two, I devote myself to ongoing professional development. As an IBS and food intolerance expert, I’ve provided educational talks on behalf of organisations such as FODMAP Friendly, Free From Allergy, Deliciously Allergy Free as well as to the general public.
I’ve also reviewed educational material for Dietitians Australia and contributed content to magazines such as FODMAPPER, Diet vs Disease and A Little Bit Yummy. See below for a full list of my credentials.
If you’re looking for a dietitian that knows gut health like the bees know honey, get in touch today.
My Qualifications:
Accredited Practising Dietitian & Accredited Nutritionist
Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics (Honours - Class 1) University of Wollongong
Monash University Low FODMAP Trained Dietitian
FAILSAFE Dietitian
Certified Health Coach
Professional Certificate in Medical Nutrition Therapy for Food Allergy & Food Intolerance
FODMAP Friendly Seminar Series - Low FODMAP Diet in Practice
Health Core Training Parts One and Two - Health Change Australia
Areas of Specialisation:
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Complex food intolerance
Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth (SIBO)
Low FODMAP diet
Low food chemical diet
Low salicylate diet
Low amine diet
Gluten free diet
Dairy free diet
Chiara Miglioretto – APD
Chiara’s keen interest in IBS and food intolerances stems from her belief that they are evolving fields in nutrition which keeps her on her toes!
She loves to bridge the gap between complex nutrition science and everyday choices people make for themselves to restore the pleasure of eating.
Between seeing patients as a FODMAP trained dietitian, Chiara enjoys early bike rides, coffee and the occasional Netflix binge.
Not only that, Chiara is completing a PhD in reviewing the dietary information needs of people with Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
Accredited Practising Dietitian & Accredited Nutritionist
Masters of Nutrition & Dietetics
Bachelor of Nutrition & Dietetics - Distinction
Monash University Low FODMAP Trained Dietitian
Areas of Specialisation & Interest:
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and the low FODMAP diet
Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and approaches to maintain nutritional adequacy
Food intolerances
Lactose and gluten free diets
Diabetes and weight management
Healthy eating for long term health
Emma-Jane – APD
An Accredited Practising Dietitian and a Monash FODMAP trained Dietitian.
She brings over 10 years of both professional and personal experience in the IBS, food allergy and food intolerance space.
Accredited Practising Dietitian & Accredited Nutritionist
Bachelor of Nutrition & Dietetics
Monash University Low FODMAP Trained Dietitian
SOS Approach To Feeding Course
ASCIA Food Allergy E-Training For Dietitians
Health Change Australia For Health Professionals
RPAH Allergy Unit Workshop On Food Chemical Intolerance
CEDD Eating Disorders Online Learning Program
Areas of Specialisation & Interest:
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and the low FODMAP diet
Food Chemical Intolerance
Food Allergies
…We’re available Australia-wide via Telehealth.