FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
General FAQs
What does a dietitian do?
An Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) provides evidence-based nutrition advice tailored to your individual health needs, lifestyle, and goals.
What’s the difference between a dietitian and a nutritionist?
In Australia, all Accredited Practising Dietitians are qualified nutritionists, but not all nutritionists are dietitians. Dietitians have completed university training and can provide medical nutrition therapy for specific health conditions.
Appointment FAQs
How do I book an appointment?
Appointments can be booked online through Crunch & Co's online portal. Alternatively, you can send us an email at info@crunchandco.com or give us a call to make an appointment. Please note we are only open on Tuesday.
Do I need a referral to see Meg?
No referral is required to book an appointment with Meg. However, clients seeing her under a GP Care Plan will need a referral from their doctor.
How long are consultations?
Initial appointments with Meg are usually 50–60 minutes, and review sessions are 40-50 minutes.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Any recent blood test results, a list of medications/supplements, and (if possible) a few days’ worth of food records are helpful for Meg to review.
I'm driving to the appointment, where do I park?
Prahran (386 Malvern Road, Prahran VIC 3181) Free street parking is available near our Prahran clinic. Clients usually find a space on nearby side streets, including York Street, Francis Street, Cromwell Road, and Malvern Road*. Please allow a little extra time to find a park and aim for the 2+ hour spaces, as most appointments run for about an hour. *Note: Malvern Road has Clearways from 7–9 am and 4:30–6:30 pm.