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Niyousha Alizadeh

Nutrition & Dietetics

Niyousha Alizadeh

Accredited Practising Dietitian

Primary Location

Melbourne — Western and Northern Suburbs

I am an Accredited Practising Dietitian who works with children and adults. I have experience in aged care, mental health and diabetes and cardiovascular management. My approach to nutrition is person-centred and evidence-based, recognising that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to health. I work collaboratively with each individual to understand their unique circumstances, preferences, lifestyle, cultural background, and relationship with food. Together, we focus on creating realistic and sustainable changes that support long-term health and wellbeing, while still allowing food to be enjoyable and flexible.

My interest in becoming a Dietitian grew from my curiosity about the connection between nutrition, health, and overall wellbeing. I became fascinated by the way food choices can influence how people feel, manage health conditions, and support their quality of life. What I value most about being a Dietitian is the opportunity to work with people from diverse backgrounds and help make nutrition feel less overwhelming. I enjoy translating complex nutrition information into practical strategies that empower people to feel confident in their choices.

Qualifications

  • Master of Dietetic Practice — La Trobe University (2024)
  • Bachelor of Applied Science (Nutrition) — La Trobe University (2024)
  • Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Hons) — La Trobe University (2019)
  • Graduate Certificate in Mental Health — La Trobe University (In Progress)
  • ANZAED Credentialled Eating Disorder Dietitian — ANZAED (Enrolled)
  • Modulife – Exclusive Enteral Nutrition for IBD — Nestle (2025)
  • Paediatric Nutrition in Practice — Nestle Nutrition Institute (2025)

Specialties

Mental Health and Eating Disorders

Taking a thorough assessment on individual symptoms and barriers impacting eating and adequate nutrition, and working collaboratively to help implement usable strategies.

Aged Care Support

Providing nutrition support tailored to older adults to maintain health, strength and quality of life.

Oncology Nutrition Support

Assessing symptoms from treatment or cancer that are impacting eating and nutrition, and helping to implement strategies that achieve optimal nutrition.

Diabetes Education

Assessment of diet to identify areas for improvement, education regarding low GI foods and foods that raise blood sugars, and how to implement this into the diet.

Malnutrition / Loss of Appetite

Prescription of oral nutrition supplements, high energy high protein diet education, and food fortification advice.

Client groups: Paediatrics & adolescents (5–18), adults, older adults, antenatal/prenatal women

Clinical Approaches

Person-centred and evidence-based nutrition counselling
Collaborative goal-setting around lifestyle and cultural background
Realistic and sustainable dietary changes
Translating complex nutrition into practical strategies

Professional Memberships

  • Dietitians Australia — Full Member

Languages

English· Native
Persian / Farsi· Native
Korean· Professional working