Accredited Practising Dietitian
Emily McGrath is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and proud Mackay local who returned home after completing her Bachelor of Dietetics (Honours) at the University of the Sunshine Coast. She is passionate about supporting her community to build positive, sustainable relationships with food and improve their overall health and wellbeing.
She brings experience across a variety of settings, including:
- Preventative health initiatives
- Community dietetic services
- Aged care facilities
- Menu reviews
- Both Metropolitan and Remote practice.
This diverse background allows Emily to provide flexible, real-world support tailored to each individual.
Emily supports clients across a broad range of areas, with key interests in:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Overweight and Obesity management
- General healthy eating
- Malnutrition
- Oncology nutrition support
- Paediatric feeding difficulties
- Nutrition for recreational athletes
She takes a neuro-affirming, compassionate approach, focusing on what can be added to the diet rather than restricting or labelling foods. Emily works collaboratively with her clients, using her strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to develop strategies that are realistic, achievable and aligned with each person’s lifestyle, preferences and goals.
With a strong awareness of the ever-evolving food and product landscape, Emily helps clients confidently navigate their options and identify practical, convenient choices that truly work for them.
Emily welcomes all clients, including GP referrals, NDIS, DVA, WorkCover, NIISQ, corporate and privately paying individuals.
