Dr. Mena Farazi (she/her)

Mena is a registered nutritionist with Nutrition Society of Australia and a researcher with a strong background in nutrition and metabolic health. She holds a PhD in Nutrition Biochemistry and Cell Biology from Monash University, where her research focused on the impact of dietary bioactive compounds on carbohydrate digestion, absorption, and glucose metabolism.

Mena has achieved certification in Eating Disorder consultation, further enhancing her expertise in the field. She is passionate about supporting young people and their families to build positive, balanced, and sustainable relationships with food. She believes nutrition plays an integral role in mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing, and works closely with children, adolescents, and caregivers to create individualised nutrition strategies that support overall health.

With a warm, compassionate, and evidence-informed approach, Mena empowers young people to develop healthy eating habits, improve their energy levels, and support mood regulation through nutrition. She works collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary care team to ensure holistic support for each child or adolescent.

Approach to Nutrition

Mena’s approach is client-centred, gentle, and developmentally sensitive. She understands that food and emotions are deeply connected, particularly for young people navigating challenges such as anxiety, stress, low mood, or changes in appetite.

Her practice focuses on:

Creating safe, non-judgemental spaces for children and families to explore nutrition.
Supporting emotional and mental wellbeing through balanced, realistic dietary strategies.
Promoting healthy eating patterns without restriction, pressure, or shame.
Collaborating with psychologists, counsellors, and other clinicians to provide integrated care.
Empowering young people with knowledge and practical skills to make confident food choices.

Qualifications & Accreditations

Registered Nutritionist – Nutrition Society of Australia
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nutrition Biochemistry and Cell Biology – Monash University
Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Nutrition and Food Science
Extensive research experience in dietary bioactives and glucose metabolism
Published in leading Q1 peer-reviewed journals
Experienced presenter at national and international conferences
Current accreditations in food safety and research ethics