About Marco Mollo Nutrition

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Marco Mollo, Founder/Director
New Zealand Registered Dietitian
Masters of Dietetics
BSc Human Nutrition
Monash Uni trained in the use of a low FODMAP diet for IBS

Monica Jaques
New Zealand Registered Dietitian
Masters of Dietetics
BSc Human Nutrition
Monash Uni trained in the use of a low FODMAP diet for IBS

Hi, I am Marco

I have always had a passion for nutrition and food which I believe originates from a range of different places, including my very lovely and very Italian mother. My main motivation to study nutrition and help others however was and still is my father who has had type 2 diabetes since before I was born. Growing up I wanted to understand what exactly his condition was and how we could use food to help him.

This led me to complete a Bachelors degree in Human Nutrition and Masters in Dietetics from the University of Otago to become a New Zealand Registered Dietitian (NZRD).

I now get to spend my days working with people from different backgrounds and with different needs, with the ultimate goal of improving not just their eating habits but their understanding of, and relationship with food. I believe that food and nutrition is one of the most important determinants of our health. Therefore I believe that nutrition knowledge should be accessible to everybody. While working 1 on 1 with people is something I spend most of my time doing, I also love delivering workshops, seminars and talks which I have done from groups ranging from 6 to 600 and from school kids to government organisations to athletes.

To read more about me and understand why I started Marco Mollo Nutrition check out my blog post here.

For more details on my services and prices click here.

Hi, I am Monica

I have had the privilege of growing up in rural New Zealand where dietitians were unheard of, and nutrition education was somewhat lacking. Like most dietitians, I am a true foodie and have always loved to eat and make delicious food. My love for food and fitness began at a young age through various sports during my school years and cooking up a storm in my spare time. These hobbies and the lack of nutrition education at high school led me to pursue a career in nutrition and dietetics at the University of Otago.

Now being a registered dietitian, I am working with Marco continuing my passion for helping others learn about nutrition and its impact on health, debunking the misinformation that is so readily available everywhere we look, and providing the tools and strategies for achieving health goals. My specific areas of interest include plant-based nutrition, gut health and conditions associated with it, and sustainable healthy eating habits. I believe food is a vital part of our physical, mental, and social health, and I thrive off helping others become the best versions of themselves through their eating choices.

Outside of work, you will find me either at the gym, in the kitchen, or exploring all there is to see and eat around Wellington

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