Hey there!

I'm Andrea, a cat-loving, chocolate-devouring Monash FODMAP trained dietitian in Ottawa

And I can’t wait to help you soothe your gut symptoms and get back to life.

You’re not alone

When I was diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome in the ’90s, there was so little information about the condition that even my doctor didn’t have much of a treatment plan for me. Since the lactose-free diet didn’t improve my symptoms, IBS was just something I was going to have to live with.

Fast forward to the 2020s, after decades of exciting gut health research, and we finally have effective, evidence-based interventions for bringing IBS to heel.

Even more exciting, modern strategies for controlling gut pain, bloating, constipation and diarrhea give people many more options than just “eat more fibre”.

Thanks to the many tools now available for taming gut symptoms, I use a comprehensive approach to support my clients in their healing journey, which includes diet, lifestyle, and microbiome-gut-brain axis interventions.

My mission is simple:

To help adults with IBS and other digestive disorders get relief, enjoy their favourite foods, and feel supported.

My Approach to Nutrition Care

Personalization

No cookie-cutter, one-size-fits-all care. Evidence-based interventions are adapted to your goals and individual needs.

Evidence-Based & Experience-Informed

I’m a nerd who believes that science holds the best answers to taming unruly gut symptoms. But I also honour my clients’ self-knowledge and experience. Together, we collaborate to find the best strategies that control your symptoms.

Food Freedom

Restricting food impairs physical and mental well-being – and just plain sucks. I help my clients find the least restrictive diet that controls digestive symptoms so they can savour their favourite foods, enjoy greater quality of life, and benefit from a nutitrious diet that builds a robust microbiome.

Holistic

I support clients in adopting gut-friendly interventions that, depending on the situation, may include diet modification, fibre therapy, lifestyle adjustments, microbiome-gut-brain-axis support, and evidence-based supplements.

Compassionate

I have IBS myself so I understand the struggle and have immense compassion for my fellow gut health sufferers. It’s incredibly important that you feel heard, safe and comfortable sharing all the details of your digestive concerns.

What is a Registered Dietitian (RD)?

A registered dietitian (or simply, dietitian) is the go-to nutrition expert in our health care system. Dietitians hold undergrad degrees in nutrition, complete a year of practical training, and pass a comprehensive licensing exam.

In Ontario, dietitians must be members of the College of Dietitians of Ontario, a regulatory body that ensures dietitians are competent and ethical in their practice.

What is a Monash FODMAP Trained Dietitian?

A Monash FODMAP trained dietitian has completed Monash University’s evidence-based Low FODMAP Diet and IBS course for dietitians. And passed the exam of course 😉

It includes comprehensive education on IBS, the low FODMAP diet, patient assessment, and alternative diet and non-diet treatments.

My Credentials

13 years as a dietitian in private practice, hospitals, outpatient clinics and long term care.
Member of the College of Dietitians of Ontario.
Monash FODMAP trained dietitian.
Dietetic internship at London Health Science Centre.
Master of Health Science in Nutrition Communications.
Bachelor of Applied Science in Food & Nutrition.
Bachelor of Arts in English & Psychology.