7 Reasons to See a Nutritional Therapist for Chronic Symptoms

You don’t have to settle for feeling ‘meh’.

You’re eating well (most of the time), you’re trying to sleep more, and you’ve already cut back on gluten, dairy and sugar. But you still wake up tired, feel sluggish all day, and by late afternoon your tummy’s bloated and your brain’s in a fog. Sound familiar?

If your body feels like it’s not quite working the way it used to, you’re not alone and you’re not going mad. Many of my clients feel like they’ve tried everything but nothing is really changing. They’ve done the Google rabbit holes and even had tests come back as ‘normal’. This is where Nutritional Therapy comes in.

As a Registered Nutritional Therapist, I help busy people get to the root cause of their chronic symptoms using personalised nutrition and functional testing.

If you’re struggling with chronic symptoms like bloating, fatigue, skin breakouts or mood swings, working with a Nutritional Therapist for chronic symptoms can help you uncover the root causes and finally feel better.

Here are 7 reasons people come to work with me and why it might be time to take a different approach.

1. You’ve got digestive issues that just won’t go away – a common chronic symptom a Nutritional Therapist can help with

You’ve tried cutting onions, dairy, bread and everything else in between but the bloating, burping, reflux or unpredictable trips to the loo are still happening.

Digestive symptoms like indigestion, acid reflux, constipation and excessive gas are common but they are not normal. They are signs that something in your gut isn’t working as it should.

A Nutritional Therapist can help you figure out the trigger. It might be low stomach acid rather than too much. It might be a lack of digestive enzymes or a bacterial imbalance. We can use stool testing and diet analysis to map out a plan and help you get back to feeling like yourself again.

2. You’re exhausted but your blood tests are ‘fine’

You sleep. You rest. You cut out caffeine. But you still wake up knackered.

This is something I hear all the time. Fatigue is often dismissed unless it shows up on a blood test but tiredness can be driven by subtle imbalances like blood sugar dips, poor nutrient absorption, under-functioning thyroid or high stress hormones.

If your energy crashes mid-morning or you hit a wall at 3pm every day, let’s talk about what your body is missing and how to support it.

3. You can’t shift the weight no matter what you try

You’re eating healthy and exercising but the scales are stuck. Or worse they’re going up.

Weight issues are rarely just about calories in and out. Hormones, blood sugar balance, inflammation, nutrient deficiencies and stress all play a part. If you’ve been dieting for years, your metabolism might need some support.

Together we’ll create a personalised nutrition plan that supports fat loss without restriction. One that fits around your life and focuses on nourishment, not punishment.

4. Your skin is breaking out and you’re not 16

Whether it’s adult acne, eczema or rosacea, your skin is a reflection of what’s going on inside.

Inflammation, histamine overload, hormonal imbalances and poor gut function can all show up on your skin. Instead of slathering on more products, we look at the root cause and work from the inside out to calm it down.

5. You feel like food is a minefield

One week it’s dairy. Next week it’s gluten. Before you know it you’re living off plain chicken and rice.

When your gut is unhappy or your immune system is overloaded, food sensitivities can creep in. But cutting out more and more foods without a plan can make things worse in the long run.

I help clients identify their true triggers, repair the gut lining and gradually reintroduce foods so you can enjoy eating again without fear or bloating.

6. You’re constantly dealing with PMS, migraines or mood swings

Hormones are sensitive to stress, sleep, blood sugar and gut health. If any of those systems are out of balance, your monthly cycle might be too.

You don’t have to live with painful periods, mood swings, breast tenderness or the dreaded migraine-before-my-period anymore. We’ll work on regulating your cycle, supporting liver detoxification, balancing blood sugar and calming inflammation.

Because your cycle is not meant to ruin your life every month.

7. You’re done with quick fixes and want a real solution

You’ve done the detox teas. You’ve tried the gut reset plans. You’ve bought the expensive collagen powder.

And you’re still not feeling good.

Chronic symptoms need more than a one-off supplement or a 21-day plan. They need a tailored, root-cause approach that considers you as a whole person your history, your lifestyle and your goals.

Functional testing helps us figure out what’s actually going on. From there we can build a sustainable strategy that works for your life. I support my clients step by step to make changes that stick with zero pressure and plenty of support.

What happens when you work with a Nutritional Therapist?

Here’s what working with me might look like:

• A full health and lifestyle assessment to join the dots between your symptoms

• Personalised nutrition and supplement plan

• Functional testing if needed including stool, hormone or nutrient panels

• Weekly coaching to keep you on track and supported

• Realistic changes to suit your lifestyle with no fad diets or weird food rules

  
  

If your symptoms are getting in the way of your life, your job, your relationships or your ability to show up how you want to I see you. And I can help.

There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to health. But there is a way to feel like yourself again.

Ready to find out what’s really going on and feel better for good?

Click here to book a free 20-minute chat so we can talk through what’s going on and how I can help you get started.

About Lisa

I’m Lisa Dack, a qualified, registered Nutritional Therapist with a special interest in gut health, hormonal imbalances, energy, skin issues and sustainable weight loss. I work one-to-one with individuals to uncover the root causes of their symptoms and create personalised nutrition, lifestyle and wellness plans that fit seamlessly into their lifestyles. Whether you’re struggling with chronic fatigue, digestive issues, or hormonal imbalances, I’m here to guide you toward lasting health transformations. Let’s work together to help you feel your best.