Lily Macfarlane

Hi, my name is Lily and I’m an Accredited Practising Dietitian.

I grew up in the Perth Hills area where my grandparents owned an orchard. From a very young age, I learnt where my food came from, which nurtured my love and passion for everything food. Having half Italian heritage, the Mediterranean diet was everything I knew and connected to. I was immersed in a world of delicious, authentic Italian dishes cooked with love by my Nonna, Mum or Aunties which I now cook for my own 3 children. My love for nutrition then led me to study dietetics in my later years.

I have a deep interest in children’s nutrition, shaped by my experience as a busy mum of three (ages 1, 3, and 10). Being a parent of a child with coeliac disease and ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) has given me insight and understanding of the complexities of getting a diagnosis, the impact from a psychosocial perspective to lunch boxes, parties and meals on the table. In relation to ADHD, I relate with the challenges that come from differences in sensory processing, interoceptive awareness, and executive functioning, as well as the impact of medication and how these factors can make managing nutrition a difficult journey. This has gifted me with the experience to help and support other individuals and families navigating this often overwhelming journey.

As a dietitian I also have experience in Type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, high blood pressure, fatty liver, GORD, and many other chronic diseases. I enjoy supporting nutrition across the lifespan from children’s nutrition through to women’s health, including endometriosis, PCOS, osteoporosis, menopause and older adults. I am also passionate about encouraging body confidence and promoting a positive relationship with food through principles of body positivity, food neutrality, and Health at Every Size^Ò. I am passionate about tackling the plethora of nutrition misinformation, particularly in a world heavily influenced by social media and constantly changing “nutrition trends.”

What I LOVE about dietetics is getting to know my patients, their unique story and helping tailor advice to their specific nutrition-related needs. I am grateful for this opportunity to be working alongside an amazing team at Dietwise and I look forward to working with you.  

I’m a huge fan of mindfulness and meditation, and on the weekends in summer you will find me and my family anywhere near water, paddle boarding and swimming! I particularly love Rottnest Island which holds a special place in my heart, as that’s where I got married.