ABOUT
At Sprout Nutrition, the focus is on helping you feel confident and in control of your health through evidence-based nutrition strategies. Every stage of the journey is supported with practical guidance to help you become the healthiest version of yourself.
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MELISSA D'ELIA
ACCREDITED PRACTISING DIETITIAN & REGISTERED NUTRITIONIST
I’m an Accredited Practising Dietitian based in Melbourne and the founder of Sprout Nutrition.
I specialise in plant-based nutrition, IBS and gut health, women’s health and weight management. My work focuses on helping people optimise their health through personalised nutrition counselling and practical strategies that feel realistic and enjoyable.
I regularly collaborate with Monash FODMAP to develop comprehensive, nutritionally balanced Low FODMAP recipes. This partnership allows me to combine my expertise in plant-based nutrition with Monash’s world-leading research, ensuring my clients benefit from advice that is both practical and grounded in the latest science.
My clinical interests include women’s health nutrition, with a focus on PCOS and endometriosis. I also provide support for IBS and the Low FODMAP diet, plant-based eating, and weight management. This includes nutrition guidance for clients using GLP-1 medications. I also have a strong interest in sports nutrition, applying evidence-based strategies to help clients optimise fuelling and recovery.
I’m particularly passionate about the intersection between plant-based nutrition and IBS management, and I enjoy developing Low FODMAP, plant-based dietary strategies that are nutritionally complete and practical for everyday life.
As a member of Dietitians Australia, I stay up to date with the latest nutrition research and professional practice standards. I’m committed to providing care that is clinically sound, supportive and empowering, helping every client feel confident with food and in control of their health.
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING:
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Bachelor of Nutrition Science (BNutSci)
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Masters of Dietetics (MDiet)
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Monash University Low FODMAP Diet
Training for Health Professionals -
Dietitian Counselling Skills Program
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SPROUT NUTRITION
At Sprout Nutrition, the focus is on helping good health grow from simple, realistic changes that fit naturally into everyday life.
Just like a seed needs the right environment to sprout, everyone has their own unique starting point and path. The aim is to find an approach that supports lasting health, confidence and wellbeing.
Clients receive support across plant-based nutrition, digestive health, women’s health and chronic disease management through one-on-one consultations, meal planning, recipes and practical guidance tailored to individual needs.
The goal is to take the confusion out of nutrition and provide clarity, structure and support to help you reach your goals with confidence.
While plant-based eating is a key focus, Sprout Nutrition welcomes all dietary preferences and provides guidance that feels realistic, balanced and enjoyable.