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ABOUT US

LORETTA HOWARD, APD AN
BHSc (Nut&Diet), Principal Dietitian
On Maternity Leave from July 2026, please book with covering Dietitian Simone McCutcheon

Loretta is an Accredited Practising Dietitian, Accredited Nutritionist and a member of Dietitians Australia. With over 14 years industry experience, she gained her qualifications from Queensland University of Technology after completing a Bachelor of Health Science majoring in Nutrition and Dietetics in 2012.

 

Loretta works with individuals seeking advice for a variety of conditions including weight and chronic disease management, disordered eating and food intolerances. She also practises alongside bariatric surgeons providing pre- and post-operative nutrition advice. Complementing her private practice, Loretta has consulted with local private hospital inpatients, primarily in the mental health space and has enjoyed the wide variety of patients, colleagues and experiences these roles bring.

 

Loretta believes in taking a sensible and flexible approach in the process of tailoring nutritional advice to clients' individual needs and goals. She enjoys working closely with clients and their extended health team, developing long term therapeutic relationships and employing key behavioural strategies to enable lifelong positive and balanced eating habits. 

When translating nutrition science into resources for her consumers, Loretta's focus is on simple and practical solutions and tools to help you prepare and consume delicious food with ease. 

Loretta consults from our Bald Hills and Auchenflower clinics and via telehealth*

*currently on maternity leave and not accepting new clients.

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SIMONE McCUTCHEON, APD AN
BHlthSc (Nutr & Diet), BExSci

Simone has a dual degree in Nutrition and Dietetics and Exercise Science. She has over 12 years experience as an Accredited Practising Dietitian across areas including Sports Dietetics, Weight Loss, Chronic Disease Management, Bariatric Surgery and currently with elderly in her role at Meals on Wheels. She is practical and understands family life as a busy Mum of 2 young girls herself.  Outside of hours you'll find her at the park, reading, running or lifting weights.

Simone consults from our Bald Hills clinic on Fridays and via telehealth on Tuesday afternoons. 

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