Reclaim your energy &
balance your hormones naturally
A personalised food-as-medicine approach for women who are done feeling exhausted — built around your body, not a generic template.
The Emily Gardem Approach.
Food as medicine.
Personalised to you.
As a Clinical Nutritionist and professional Chef, Emily brings together clinical expertise and real-world kitchen knowledge, so you don't just get a plan, you get one you can actually live with.
Grounded in Metabolic Balance & natural health principles, and a deep respect for your unique circumstances, Emily moves away from quick fixes and restrictive diets. Together, you'll uncover what works for your body and build a relationship with your health that genuinely feels good.
What becomes possible.
Real results, for real life.
Sustained energy
Wake up refreshed and power through your day without the afternoon crash.
Balanced hormones
Reduce mood swings, bloating, and PMS while restoring natural balance.
Digestive ease
Less bloating, more regularity - and a gut that works with you, not against you.
A plan you can live with
Practical, chef-approved meals that fit your real kitchen and your real life.
How it Works
Three simple steps towards feeling like yourself again.
Book your initial consultation
We explore your full health history, symptoms, goals, and lifestyle. You leave with clarity and an actionable first step - no overwhelm.
Receive your personalised plan
Built specifically around your body, bloodwork, and life - not a template. Your plan evolves with you through regular follow-ups.
Nourish, energise, and thrive
With ongoing support, community access, and Emily in your corner - sustainable change becomes not just possible, but enjoyable.
Work with Emily.
Choose your pathway:
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Personalised support, one session at a time.
Ideal if you have specific concerns, such as high cholesterol, bloating, reflux or low energy. Bring your recent blood results and we'll go through them together, so you leave knowing exactly what to eat and why.
Initial consultation (60 minutes)
Follow-ups to review progress and adjust your plan
In clinic in Shellharbour or by telehealth with your initial consultation.
Book your initial consultation with Emily HERE
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Two weeks of simple, satisfying meals to lift your energy and ease bloating, with recipes and support so you're never guessing what to eat. It's a lovely way to feel the difference before committing to more.
Easy recipes and meal ideas
Practical handouts
Private online group and chat support
Your $97 is credited toward Metabolic Balance if you continue within 30 days
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Three months of structured support to make lasting change.
For women who want someone in their corner for three months. We'll settle your digestion, lift your energy and build everyday eating habits that last, with regular check-ins to keep you on track.
Initial consultation and 5 follow-ups
Your personalised nutrition plan, printed and digital
14-Day Energy Reset to start
Recipes and meal planning resources
Email support between sessions
5% off practitioner-grade supplements
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My signature program, built from your own blood results.
If you've tried everything and nothing has lasted, this is the program I recommend. Metabolic Balance creates an eating plan unique to you from a comprehensive blood test, so you eat the foods your body responds to best. It's my most complete program for lasting weight release, steadier energy and healthier blood sugar and cholesterol.
Your consultations
Initial consultation
7 follow-up consultations to guide and adjust your plan
Your personalised plan
Comprehensive blood test
Your Metabolic Balance nutrition plan, created from your results
14-Day Energy Reset to ease you in
Recipe book, eBooks, app and meal planning ideas
A printed copy of your plan, if you prefer paper
Your support and extras
Priority email support
Welcome pack with a self-care kit, water bottle and journal
Private online community and recipe library
5% off practitioner-grade supplements
15% off Seed Cycle
Payment plan available.
Book a free chat with Emily to find out if Metabolic Balance is the right fit for you.
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For past clients who want to stay on track.
Three follow-up consultations to use over six months, saving $30. A simple way to check in, fine-tune your plan and keep feeling your best.
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These nourishing meal plans are both Chef and Nutritionist approved, and are designed to inspire you and make mealtimes enjoyable again.
Emily tailors each plan to your health needs, portion requirements, and kitchen setup, ensuring a perfect fit for you and your family. She also creates beautifully curated recipe eBooks and custom meal plans for gyms and business owners.
You can learn more about meal plans HERE or contact Emily via the contact page to discuss how she can tailor to your specific needs
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Emily regularly hosts engaging workshops for both the community and for businesses and schools.
Covering a wide range of topics, she also hosts cooking workshops that are fun and informative.
To find out more about upcoming events or to enquire about hosting a private workshop, please reach out via the CONTACT page.
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Emily is thrilled to now offer The Nourished Table - beautifully curated catering for small retreats and workshops.
With a focus on seasonal produce and holistic nutrition, every dish is designed to energise, nurture, and delight – food that feels as good as it tastes.
At The Nourished Table, she believe’s food is more than just a meal – it’s connection, celebration, and nourishment.
Specialising in small-scale catering, Emily create’s beautiful spreads for retreats and workshops. Every dish is prepared with fresh, seasonal ingredients and designed to leave guests feeling energised, cared for, and inspired.
Whether you’re hosting a wellness event, a women’s circle, or a private retreat, her catering is crafted to complement the experience – colourful, nourishing, and made with love.
To enquire about catering for your event, please contact Emily via the CONTACT page.
Ready to feel like
yourself again?
Book your initial consultation and leave with a clear, personalised plan - no overwhelm, no guesswork.
Just a practical path forward, built around your body. I work with women, men & families in person and via Telehealth, across the Illawarra & Australia.
Health fund rebates may apply · Afterpay available · Ezidebit available Online consultations welcome
Unsure where to start?
Contact Emily
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. You can book directly, and I'm always happy to work alongside your GP.
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Yes, you may be able to claim a rebate depending on your fund and level of cover.
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Book a free 15-minute call and I'll recommend the best fit for your goals and budget.
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Yes. A payment plan is available for programs, retreats & meal plans.
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Yes. I see clients in clinic in Shellharbour and by telehealth anywhere in Australia.
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A clinical nutritionist uses food as medicine to improve your health. I look at your symptoms, health history and blood results, then create a practical eating plan to help with energy, weight, digestion, blood sugar and cholesterol.
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Both work with food and health. Dietitians can provide Medicare-rebated care through a GP plan, while I offer private, in-depth support with longer appointments and a food-as-medicine approach. I hold a Bachelor of Health Science in Nutritional and Dietetic Medicine.
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Metabolic Balance is built from your own blood results, so your plan is tailored to you whatever your age. I'll check it suits your health history and any medications before you begin.
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Yes. My clinic is in Shellharbour, an easy drive from Wollongong, Kiama and the wider Illawarra, and I see women everywhere else by telehealth.
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Yes. I see self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants for individual nutrition consultations, in clinic in Shellharbour or by telehealth. I also run practical nutrition training for support workers and carers, so the people who help with meals and shopping feel confident too.
As I'm not a registered NDIS provider, I'm unable to see NDIA-managed (agency-managed) participants. Before booking, please check with your plan manager or support coordinator that nutrition support is covered in your plan.