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So what does a Functional Nutritionist actually do?

With over 50 trillion cells in the human body that are absolutely vital for optimal function as human beings, Functional Nutritional Therapy addresses any cellular deficiencies through structured bio- individualised nutritional protocols to help these cells thrive.

Our bodies are built to run off nutrients that are found in whole foods. The modern highly processed diet leads to nutrient deficiencies which can then lead to disease and disfunction.

It’s my job to help you nourish these cells providing guidance and nutritional protocols to optimize your health.

My main focus as a Functional Nutritionist Practitioner will be working with you 1:1 to understand your individual health concerns and needs, to then develop an individual protocol which will help you reduce stress and optimize your nutrition to achieve your health goals.

If you’re not sure where to start but know you need to make some changes, or if like me, you’ve explored all other avenues and you’re at the end of your tether, book a free chat with me today and we can discuss how I can best help you.

In addition to being a Functional Nutritionist I also offer two additional services, I am a qualified Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) and Time Line Therapy Practitioner. These skills are particularly useful for helping people reduce the impact of trauma, anxiety and mild depression as they can impact our stress levels and ultimately compromise digestion.

NLP is a modality that has been utilised by some of the biggest names in the world including Oprah, Barrack Obama and Anthony Robbins. It is centred around the belief that we become what we think about most of the time. So if we are constantly eliciting negative self talk, then we will see these things manifest in our daily lives and we will continually seek these negative connotations and interactions.

Time Line Therapy is also used by the elite and is a modality that helps us to recognise negative subconscious beliefs or programming that we may be carrying with us from childhood or major traumatic events. Some of our behavioural patterns are embedded deep beneath the surface and we don’t even realise that these beliefs are running our day-to-day lives. This is because 95% of what we do each day is on running from a Subconscious level and this can have a huge impact on our health.

Get in touch to learn more about how I can help you.

Services & Coaching

  • BASIC - Mid life Health Initial Assessment - $165.00

    Below is a breakdown of what you will get. 

    What is it ? 

    A personalised health snapshot using nutritional software and questionnaires. It gathers:

    Your health history 

    Current symptom

    Nutrient deficiencies

    Who is it for?

    Men and Women (typically ages 40–65) who want insight into their overall health and wellness

    Especially useful if you're feeling low energy, dealing with stress, or unsure if your nutrition is on track

    What do I receive?

    customized nutrient deficiency report

    symptom burden graph and severity report (shows where your body is under stress or imbalance)

    2 lifestyle recommendations (e.g., exercise, sleep habits)

    3 nutrition tips or strategies (e.g., foods to focus on, supplements to consider)

    What does this mean for me?

    starting point to make small, targeted improvements in your health

    Clarity on what your body might be lacking nutritionally

    Tools to start improving energy, wellbeing, and daily performance—without needing to overhaul everything at once

  • Deep dive - Silver Standard - Functional Blood Chemistry Report and Interpretation - $198.00

    What Is This?

    This is a comprehensive analysis of your blood work, focusing on inflammatory markers, cholesterol, metabolic markers, and gut health indicators. We go beyond standard lab interpretations to give you a deeper understanding of your health. We focus on optimal ranges—not just standard medical reference ranges. 

    Who Is This For?

    Anyone who wants an in-depth look at what’s happening “under the hood.” Whether you're proactive about health or maybe you have been told your bloods are within medical range but you still feel like crap and are experiencing unexplained symptoms, then this is for you.  

    What Will You Receive?

    A detailed summary and interpretation of your blood markers. We highlight what your GP has missed—especially regarding chronic inflammation, cholesterol and disease prevention. This isn't just lab data; it's insight that focuses on Optimal ranges not Medical ranges 

    What Does This Mean for Me?

    You’ll gain a clear picture of your current health status and a foundation for building personalized, bio-individual protocols to optimize your well-being. We can uncover the things your GP is missing and help prevent and identify chronic disease, uncover hidden inflammation, and compromise Gut health.

  • Optimise me - Gold Standard - Men’s Health Initial Health Assessment: AND Functional Blood Chemistry Report and Interpretation - $325 or $295 to subscribers.

    What Is This?

    This is for those ready to make serious changes to their health. It serves as the essential first step—providing the insights needed to launch the Optimize My Gutprotocol.

    Who Is This For?

    Anyone committed to taking control of their health and addressing the root causes of imbalance. If you're looking for clarity, direction, and a tailored approach to gut and overall health, this is for you.

    What Will You Receive?

    A detailed summary of your blood analysis alongside an initial health assessment. Together, these create a powerful foundation to move forward on your personalized health optimization journey.

    What Does This Mean for Me?

    You’ll gain a clear, in-depth report outlining nutrient deficiencies, severity scores, and insights from your blood work. This information forms the basis of a targeted, bio-individual plan to restore balance and elevate your health.

  • Optimise my Gut - $195 (Want to feel like you're in your twenties again?)

    Must have previously completed the Men’s Optimise me Gold standard or Platinum standard Health Initial Assessment and Functional Blood Chemistry Report and Interpretation to qualify.

    What Is This?

    This is where we focus on optimising your gut health from the inside out. Using targeted supplementation, specific foods, and lifestyle recommendations, we help you restore balance, regain energy, and reclaim your vitality.

    Who Is This For?

    This is designed for individuals with compromised gut markers identified through the Functional Blood Report. If your results show gut imbalances, this is the next step in your healing journey.

    What Will You Receive?

    An 8–10 week personalised gut protocol, including tailored food, supplement  and lifestyle guidance to help rebuild your gut—after all it's your body’s “mission control center.” As the Great Ancient Greek Physician and philosopher Hipocrates once wrote " All DISEASE begins in the Gut"

    Please note: Supplements are not included in the price and will vary depending on your individual needs. These are to be purchased separately by the client.

    What Does This Mean for Me?

    You’ll begin to address the root causes of your health issues. This can lead to noticeable improvements in your quality of life: better digestion, increased energy, enhanced mental clarity, improved mood, and fewer aches and pains.

  • Optimise me - Platinum standard - Men’s Health Initial Health Assessment: AND Functional Blood Chemistry Report and Interpretation: and 4 week nutritional and lifestyle program - $395

    What Is This?

    This is for those of you who are ready to make serious, long-term changes to your health. It’s the first step in understanding your body at a deeper level and creating a sustainable path toward wellness.

    Who Is This For?

    Anyone committed to taking control of their health. This assessment provides crucial insights and acts as a springboard for the Optimize My Gut protocol, making it ideal for those seeking clarity, direction, and real results.

    What Will You Receive?

    A comprehensive summary of your blood analysis and an in-depth initial health assessment plus a comprehensive 4-8 week recommendations package including nutritional and lifestyle recommendations. Together, these form the foundation for a personalised strategy to optimize your gut health and overall well-being.

    What Does This Mean for Me?

    You’ll walk away with a clear picture of your current health, including nutrient deficiencies, inflammation markers, and areas of imbalance. This knowledge empowers you to take targeted action and begin implementing your customised, bio-individual plan to restore balance, improve digestion, and elevate your energy and vitality.

  • Follow up consultations $95 for 45 minute consultation.

    This is for those of you that have completed any of the packages and either require a follow up or wish to continue with health coaching.

    I also provide NLP (Neuro Linguistic programming) and Time therapy services, these can be particularly helpful for clients that are experiencing self confidence issues, have experienced trauma or are experiencing emotional blockages.

    (Prices available on application) Book a free 20 min consultation to discuss if this could be a good fit for you.

Testimonials

Toby Jenkins, Olympian and Executive Coach

“I thought I knew a fair bit about nutrition after years of being an athlete, but it’s been super helpful having your guidance…”

Connell Croser

“Working with Richard over the past 8 weeks has been nothing short of life-changing.

When I first came to him, I was struggling with low energy, constant lethargy, and relentless brain fog that made it hard to think clearly or function at my best.

Richard didn’t just treat the symptoms he helped me get to the root cause of what was going on. Through his personalized approach, which included tailored nutritional and lifestyle recommendations, I’ve seen incredible progress in such a short time.

My energy levels have skyrocketed from a 2 or 3 to an 8 out of 10, and my brain fog, something I thought I’d just have to live with, has gone from an overwhelming 8 out of 10 to a manageable 2. On top of that, my sleep and digestion have improved drastically, and I’ve even lost 8 kg as an added bonus!

I absolutely love what Richard is doing. His holistic, foundational approach has not only transformed my health but also given me the confidence and energy to tackle an even bigger goal. Together, we’re now working towards preparing me for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure: traveling to Nepal and climbing Mount Everest in October.

Richard’s guidance has empowered me to believe in what my body is capable of, and I’m truly excited for what lies ahead. I can’t thank him enough for the impact he’s had on my life, and I would happily recommend him to anyone who is looking to improve their health and well-being.”

Richy is the epitome of walking the walk. I’ve known him for a few years and he’s knowledgeable, reliable, and passionate about health and fitness.

My session with Richy helped me understand how the choices I was making with nutrition could be getting in the way of feeling and performing at my best.

I love that Richy isn’t about restriction, or fads, or making changes that take away any enjoyment – he’s all about balance and having the information to be better. Whether you’re just looking to be pointed in the right direction, or you’re a high performer looking for the 1%er’s, I highly recommend connecting with Richy.

Dan Grant

My goal is a simple one, I want to heal from my life’s distresses to be able to best help my children through theirs.

I went into this workshop knowing that I had emotional body armour that was no longer serving me, but my question was always ‘how do you begin?’

 

Rich guides your self reflection through questionnaires and genuine enthusiasm for you, after which he encourages you to delve into these unlocked emotions and untangle the core memories associated with them. Leading you to see them through a present lens, no longer in the past emotions of the original feeling.

 

Rich’s workshop creates meaning between what’s going on around you outside and inside, giving you the ability to create balance. And once you sustain that you will begin to attract conditions in your life equal to who you want to be.

 

I have experienced continued self assurance, a calmer inner voice, also surprisingly I no longer have acute dyslexia. I am certainly still healing but definingly this workshop has been the beginning I was after.

 

Kind regards, Maree Zillotti

Working with Richie from Optimize Mind and Body has been fantastic for my health.

He helped me identify what wasn't working in my diet that was causing inflammation. The results have been really impressive I'm no longer hungry all the time, I've noticed much less inflammation in my body, and my brain fog has cleared up.

His guidance has made a significant difference to my overall wellbeing. If you're dealing with similar health challenges, I'd definitely recommend giving Richie a call.

Jake Winstanley