Rebecca Hay
Practice Locations: The University Of Sydney, Sydney, Bella Vista
Healthshare Activity: 3 Answers
Professional Profile
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Bio
Rebecca has been working as a clinical dietitian and sports dietitian for many years. Rebecca has a particular interest in irritable bowel syndrome, weight loss, cardiovascular health and sports nutrition. She loves working with people from all backgrounds to help then reach their goals. Whether that is to gain some control over IBS symptoms, investigate a food intolerance, loose weight or to run a marathon. She is currently working in private practice as a dietitian/sports dietitian with Dynamic Dietitians and The Athletes Kitchen.
Rebecca herself is a mother of 2 young boys, a recreational road cyclist and mountain biker. -
Hospital Affiliations
Consults to St John of God Hospital Burwood
Private Practice clinics in Sydney area -
Registration Numbers and Professional Memberships
Accredited Practicing Dietitian
Accredited Nutritionist
Accredited Sports Dietitian -
Qualifications
Bachelor of Science, Australian National University 1991
Masters fo Nutrition and Dietetics, Sydney University 1993 - Areas Of Interest Weight Management Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) Cardiovascular Disease Nutrition and Healthy Eating Vegetarian Eating
Answers contributed by Rebecca Hay
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How can I avoid the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome during a meeting?
It is a matter of know what makes your symptoms worse and avoiding that thing. There are really no quick fixes unfortunatley. It may be food causing your symptoms - and in many cases it ... read more -
Can irritable bowel syndrome include both diarrhea and constipation?
Yes both constipatoin and diarrhoea can be symptoms of IBS. Most people with IBS experience a wide range of symptoms including: bloating, nausea, excessive wind, abdominal pain and changes in bowel habits among a few. ... read more -
What is the best treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?
If you have been diagnosed with IBS it is worth investigating the Low-FODMAP diet. This has been shown to reduce symptoms in approximately 75% of sufferers of IBS. FODMAP foods contain carbohydrates that are easily ... read more
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