Sarah Fitzgerald BFood&Nutr and MDiet
Dietitian
Sarah is a passionate dietitian who brings both personal and professional experience to her role at Optimum Intake. Growing up as a competitive swimmer, she has continued her love of sport through competing in triathlons, running events, playing netball, and training at the gym.
With a special interest in sports nutrition, Sarah is committed to helping clients understand how to fuel their bodies to better support their training and performance – from weekend warriors to high-level competitors.
Sarah holds a Master of Dietetics from Deakin University, is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and member of Dietitians Australia. She has completed further training with Sports Dietitians Australia to become an Accredited Sports Dietitian (AccSDA), ensuring she provides evidence-based, practical strategies tailored to individual goals and training demands.
Sarah is also a compassionate and enthusiastic member of Optimum Intake’s Aged Care Team. She provides individualised, evidence-based nutrition care for people living in Residential Aged Care Facilities and in the local community.
Sarah takes a client-centred, collaborative approach and is passionate about empowering individuals to better understand the link between their health conditions and nutrition to improve their quality of life. She works closely with residents, families, staff at aged care facilities, and food service teams to support optimal health outcomes, using a non-diet, Health at Every Size approach.
Sarah looks forward to supporting individuals across all stages of life, from older adults aiming to maintain their independence and wellbeing, to active clients striving to fuel their performance. She is passionate about building positive relationships and providing tailored nutrition strategies that align with each client’s unique goals.
