At Optimum Intake, our non-diet, HAES-aligned dietitians provide personalised, evidence-based nutrition support across Central Coast and Newcastle. We focus on sustainable habits over scales — fostering a positive relationship with food through intuitive eating. We address both the nutritional and behavioural aspects of eating, creating tailored plans so you feel heard, inspired and empowered.
We move clients away from restrictive dieting (success rate at best 5%) and towards total health enhancement. Your journey starts with a nutritional assessment so we can truly understand your needs. Seeking a dietitian is not a one-and-done experience — we recommend 3–5 sessions initially, then 3–5 more for sustained results.
Approach: Compassionate, non-diet, HAES-aligned, client-centred; integrates nutritional and behavioural aspects; warm and empowering; no judgement; matched to individual needs via Care Coordinator
Weight Loss Approach
Non-diet approach, Health at Every Size (HAES) aligned, intuitive eating. Focuses on sustainable habits, body acceptance, internal hunger/fullness cues and positive relationship with food rather than weight loss or calorie targets. Does not use weighing/measuring foods, detailed food diaries, calorie plans or 'diet' foods.
GLP-1 Medication Support
Yes. Optimum Intake offers dietitian-led nutrition support for clients using or considering GLP-1 medications (semaglutide/Ozempic/Wegovy, tirzepatide/Mounjaro, liraglutide/Saxenda) to help navigate this journey with confidence. A dedicated service page exists: https://www.optimumintake.com.au/services/weight-management/glp-1-medications-and-weight-loss-support/
Bariatric Surgery Support
Yes. Bariatric nutrition support offered — customised dietary plans supporting recovery and reducing risk of nutritional deficiencies post-bariatric surgery.
Personalised meal plans
Areas of Expertise
Weight management / weight concernsEating disorders (Credentialled Eating Disorders Clinician)Gut health / gastrointestinal disordersIBS / IBD / FODMAPsChronic health conditionsType 2 DiabetesDiabetes in pregnancyPre-diabetesHeart disease / lipid disordersPCOSFertility nutritionWomen's health, fertility and pregnancyCancer / oncologyCoeliac diseaseCystic fibrosisKidney / renal diseaseLiver diseaseMalnutritionMetabolic disordersOsteoporosisAged care nutritionDisability nutritionChild nutrition / paediatric nutritionSports nutritionVegetarian and vegan nutritionLGBTQI+ healthADHD and nutritionFood allergy and intoleranceFood and mood / mental health nutritionMen's healthAnthropometryArtificial nutrition supportRehabilitationBariatric nutrition
Location
Optimum Intake Dietitians (Jessica Rosato is also listed under Toronto Health, Suite 102, 43 The Boulevard, Toronto NSW 2283 in the DA directory)
Tuggerah: Arc Business Village, 17/19 Reliance Drive, Tuggerah NSW. Broadmeadow (Newcastle): Level 2, Myrtle Oak Clinic, Lambton Road, Broadmeadow NSW. DA directory also lists: Suite 102, 43 The Boulevard, Toronto NSW 2283 (Toronto Health).
Multiple Locations
Yes — Tuggerah (Central Coast) and Broadmeadow (Newcastle). Also listed at Toronto Health, Toronto NSW. Telehealth available Australia-wide.
Medicare rebates available. A GP referral (e.g. Chronic Disease Management plan) is required to claim Medicare rebates. No specific rebate amounts stated.
NDIS
NDIS provider. Disability nutrition support offered. Specific managed categories not stated.
Private Health
Private health fund rebates available. Specific funds not named.
Referral
No referral required to book. GP referral required to claim Medicare rebates.
Book a Consultation
Nutritional assessment focused on getting to know the client; collaborative approach to optimise nutritional care. Clients matched with the most suitable dietitian for their goals via a Care Coordinator intake process.
Medicare rebate available with GP referral
Booking link and phone number are shown on verified listings.
“APD & AN with 10+ years experience, formerly at a private mental health facility. Evidence-based, non-judgemental approach. Specialises in invisible illnesses, eating disorders, gut health & metabolic conditions.”
Weight management and obesity · Type 2 Diabetes · Diabetes in pregnancy · PCOS
“Chantelle Wardini is an APD & AEP at Bites Health Clinic, Bella Vista NSW. Founded in 2010, she leads a team helping 6000+ Australians with weight loss, diabetes, PCOS, gut health & sports nutrition.”
“Paediatric dietitian with 10+ years experience specialising in childhood feeding difficulties, ARFID, autism, and gastrointestinal conditions. Offers clinic, telehealth and home visits in Oran Park, NSW.”
Weight Management · Bariatric Surgery (pre and post) · Anti-Obesity Medications · Disordered Eating
“Amanda Clark (AAPD) has 25+ yrs experience in weight management, bariatric surgery & anti-obesity medication support. Author of Portion Perfection for Bariatrics. Clinics at Gold Coast, Tweed Heads & Lismore + Australia-wide telehealth.”
Paediatric nutrition (infants to teens) · Fussy eating · ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) · Child and teenage nutrition
“Dr Fiona Arrowsmith, PhD APD, paediatric dietitian with 25 years experience. Specialises in tube feeding, fussy eating, ARFID, allergies, NDIS, and child growth from infants to teens.”