Business Details
19 Years
experience
Expert Dietitian Services Across Central Coast & Newcastle
Optimum Intake began operations in 2007 on the NSW Central Coast and have expanded to serve clients across the Central Coast and Newcastle regions. Our approach prioritizes personalized nutritional assessments that form the foundation for collaborative care plans tailored to individual needs. We specialize in restoring eating confidence through evidence-based strategies that improve digestion, sleep, mood, and overall physical health while emphasizing sustainable habits over restrictive dieting. Our team of over 20 dietitians maintains expertise in diverse specializations including aged care, paediatric nutrition, chronic condition management, and LGBTQI+ health.We offer flexible service delivery options including face-to-face clinic visits, home visits, and telehealth consultations to accommodate client preferences. Our practice philosophy centers on the non-diet approach and intuitive eating principles, promoting body acceptance and self-regulated nutrition. We maintain strong professional networks with healthcare providers and hold accreditations that demonstrate our commitment to clinical excellence and client-centered care.
Services
Aged Care Packages
Child Nutrition
Chronic Conditions
Eating Disorders
Residential Aged Care
Sports Nutrition
Vegetarian Lifestyle
Weight Management
Womens Health
Workplace Nutrition
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We implement a non-diet approach focusing on sustainable health improvements
- Our team includes 20+ specialized dietitians with diverse clinical expertise
- We offer flexible service delivery including home visits and telehealth
- We maintain strong professional networks with healthcare providers
- We provide evidence-based nutrition strategies aligned with Aged Care Standards
Associations and certifications
- Accredited Practising Dietitians (APD)
- National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) Provider
- Commonwealth Home Support Programme (CHSP) Provider
What people say
Personalized care
Specialized expertise
Practical solutions
Compassionate approach
Flexible services
Services
Aged Care Packages
Our in-home aged care nutrition services support older adults through personalized meal planning, supplement recommendations, and recipe modifications. We work with clients, families, and care teams to improve energy levels, independence, and quality of life while reducing hospital readmissions. Our dietitians specialize in managing chronic conditions and texture-modified diets for seniors.
Child Nutrition
Specialized paediatric nutrition support addresses fussy eating, growth concerns, and medical dietary needs. Our dietitians use gentle, evidence-based approaches to build positive eating habits, improve food variety, and reduce mealtime stress for families. We work with children from infancy through adolescence on feeding challenges and nutritional requirements.
Chronic Conditions
We provide targeted nutrition strategies for managing chronic health issues like diabetes, heart disease, and autoimmune conditions. Our dietitians develop personalized eating plans to improve blood markers, reduce medication dependence, and enhance overall wellbeing through food-based interventions aligned with medical treatment plans.
Eating Disorders
Our specialized eating disorder services combine nutritional counseling with multidisciplinary care for anorexia, bulimia, and other eating challenges. We focus on rebuilding healthy relationships with food through non-diet approaches, meal planning support, and collaboration with mental health professionals to support long-term recovery.
Sports Nutrition
Tailored nutrition plans enhance athletic performance, accelerate recovery, and prevent injuries. Our sports dietitians create customized fueling strategies for endurance athletes, team sports participants, and recreational exercisers, focusing on optimal energy balance, hydration, and nutrient timing for peak performance.
Questions
Do you offer face-to-face dietitian sessions?
Yes, we offer flexible service options including face-to-face clinic visits, home visits, and telehealth consultations across Central Coast and Newcastle.
What are your consultation fees?
Our fees range from $130 to $225 per consultation depending on session duration and documentation requirements, with costs discussed in advance.
Do I need a referral to see a dietitian?
No referral is required, though Medicare rebates may be available with a GP referral under Chronic Disease Management Plans.
How many sessions will I need?
Most clients achieve initial goals in 3-5 sessions, with ongoing support typically requiring an additional 3-5 sessions for sustained results.
Do you work with NDIS participants?
Yes, we are registered NDIS providers offering specialized nutrition support for children and adults with disabilities through personalized diet plans.
What areas do you service?
We provide services across Gosford, Erina, Tuggerah, Wyong, Lake Macquarie, Newcastle, Nelson Bay, and Lower Hunter regions.
