Nutritionists & Health
Looking Beyond Symptoms
Helping you understand what may be contributing to your health concerns.
Many ongoing symptoms can be influenced by nutrition, digestion, hormone balance, stress and metabolic health.
Functional Nutrition focuses on identifying possible underlying factors and creating personalised strategies to support long-term wellbeing.
At AcuRestore, Functional Nutrition forms an important part of our integrated healthcare approach.
Working alongside our Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture and Lifestyle Medicine practitioners, Functional Nutrition combines advanced laboratory testing with personalised nutrition, evidence-informed supplementation and practical lifestyle guidance.
Depending on your individual needs, Functional Nutrition may be used as a standalone service or as part of a coordinated treatment plan involving our wider healthcare team.
Monika (Nutritional Therapist)
Monika is a qualified Nutritional Therapist specialising in personalised support for people experiencing fatigue, bloating, digestive issues, hormone imbalance and other ongoing symptoms. She takes a science-led, root-cause approach, examining the broader picture of health rather than focusing solely on symptoms. Her work integrates functional pathology, targeted nutrition and supplements, and realistic lifestyle strategies to create practical, individualised plans. Monika aims to help clients better understand their health, improve energy and digestion, and feel more balanced and supported at every stage of their health journey.
Functional Nutrition at AcuRestore
At AcuRestore, our goal is not only to treat symptoms but also to better understand the factors that may be influencing your health.
Classic Acupuncture (Traditional Chinese Medicine) remains at the heart of what we do. Where appropriate, Functional Nutrition provides additional insight into areas such as gut health, nutritional status, metabolism and hormone balance, helping us develop a more personalised treatment plan centred around Classic Acupuncture.
Who Can Benefit?
At AcuRestore, Classic Acupuncture remains our primary treatment approach. Our integrated healthcare services are designed to complement Classic Acupuncture by providing a broader understanding of your health where appropriate.
For some patients, factors such as nutrition, gut health, hormone balance, metabolism or lifestyle may be contributing to ongoing symptoms. Functional Nutrition can help identify these potential contributing factors, providing valuable insights that can, where appropriate, support a more personalised acupuncture treatment plan.
Functional Nutrition may be suitable for people who:
- Experience digestive concerns, bloating or changes in bowel habits
- Feel persistently tired or have low energy
- Have hormonal or menstrual concerns
- Experience thyroid-related symptoms
- Struggle with poor sleep or ongoing stress
- Experience brain fog or difficulty concentrating
- Suspect nutritional deficiencies
- Have chronic or recurring symptoms without clear answers
- Want to take a proactive approach to their long-term health
Where appropriate, Functional Nutrition works alongside Classic Acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine to provide a more comprehensive understanding of your health and support a personalised treatment plan.
Hair Mineral & Heavy Metal Analysis
(HTMA – Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis)
A laboratory analysis of mineral levels and possible heavy metal exposure using a small hair
sample.
Who may benefit
- Fatigue or low energy
- Concerns about mineral balance
- Possible heavy metal exposure
- Interest in metabolic and nutritional insights
What the testing helps assess
- Mineral balance (calcium, magnesium, zinc)
- Possible heavy metal exposure
- Metabolic patterns linked to energy
- Long-term nutritional status
How testing works at AcuSpa
- Test arranged and organised by the AcuSpa team
- Home testing kit delivered directly to the patient
- Sample returned to the laboratory using the instructions and packaging provided
- Laboratory analysis by accredited laboratories
- Results reviewed by the nutrition practitioner
- Detailed practitioner report with personalised nutrition recommendations, or an online consultation to review the results.
AcuSpa supported testing service
At AcuSpa, we coordinate the entire testing process for you.
Our team arranges the appropriate test, organises delivery of the home testing kit, and ensures the laboratory receives your sample.
Once the results are available, they are carefully reviewed and explained with personalised guidance to support your health.
Supporting personalised treatment at AcuSpa: Insights from advanced testing may help guide personalised treatment strategies, which may include nutrition support, lifestyle guidance and acupuncture treatment.
Comprehensive Gut Health Test
(GI Comprehensive)
An advanced stool test designed to evaluate digestive health and gut microbiome balance.
Who may benefit
- Bloating or digestive discomfort
- IBS-type symptoms or food sensitivities
- Unexplained digestive symptoms
- Interest in gut health optimisation
What the testing helps assess
- Gut microbiome balance
- Digestive enzyme activity
- Inflammation markers
- Bacteria, yeast or parasite imbalance
How testing works at AcuSpa
- Test arranged and organised by the AcuSpa team
- Home testing kit delivered directly to the patient
- Sample returned to the laboratory using the instructions and packaging provided
- Laboratory analysis by accredited laboratories
- Results reviewed by the nutrition practitioner
- Detailed practitioner report with personalised nutrition recommendations, or an online consultation to review the results.
AcuSpa supported testing service
At AcuSpa, we coordinate the entire testing process for you.
Our team arranges the appropriate test, organises delivery of the home testing kit, and ensures the laboratory receives your sample.
Once the results are available, they are carefully reviewed and explained with personalised guidance to support your health.
Supporting personalised treatment at AcuSpa: Insights from advanced testing may help guide personalised treatment strategies, which may include nutrition support, lifestyle guidance and acupuncture treatment.
Organic Acids Metabolic Test
(Organix / OAT)
A urine test assessing metabolic by-products related to energy production, gut health and
nutrient metabolism.
Who may benefit
- Chronic fatigue or brain fog
- Possible gut dysbiosis
- Unexplained metabolic symptoms
- Interest in metabolic function
What the testing helps assess
- Mitochondrial energy metabolism
- Gut microbial activity
- Detoxification pathways
- Vitamin and nutrient utilisation
How testing works at AcuSpa
- Test arranged and organised by the AcuSpa team
- Home testing kit delivered directly to the patient
- Sample returned to the laboratory using the instructions and packaging provided
- Laboratory analysis by accredited laboratories
- Results reviewed by the nutrition practitioner
- Detailed practitioner report with personalised nutrition recommendations, or an online consultation to review the results.
AcuSpa supported testing service
At AcuSpa, we coordinate the entire testing process for you.
Our team arranges the appropriate test, organises delivery of the home testing kit, and ensures the laboratory receives your sample.
Once the results are available, they are carefully reviewed and explained with personalised guidance to support your health.
Supporting personalised treatment at AcuSpa: Insights from advanced testing may help guide personalised treatment strategies, which may include nutrition support, lifestyle guidance and acupuncture treatment.
Advanced Nutritional & Metabolic Analysis
(Metabolomix)
A comprehensive metabolic analysis evaluating vitamin, mineral and antioxidant status.
Who may benefit
- Fatigue or low energy
- Desire for detailed nutritional assessment
- Chronic health concerns
- Interest in metabolic health insights
What the testing helps assess
- Vitamin and mineral levels
- Oxidative stress markers
- Amino acid balance
- Energy metabolism pathways
How testing works at AcuSpa
- Test arranged and organised by the AcuSpa team
- Home testing kit delivered directly to the patient
- Sample returned to the laboratory using the instructions and packaging provided
- Laboratory analysis by accredited laboratories
- Results reviewed by the nutrition practitioner
- Detailed practitioner report with personalised nutrition recommendations, or an online consultation to review the results.
AcuSpa supported testing service
At AcuSpa, we coordinate the entire testing process for you.
Our team arranges the appropriate test, organises delivery of the home testing kit, and ensures the laboratory receives your sample.
Once the results are available, they are carefully reviewed and explained with personalised guidance to support your health.
Supporting personalised treatment at AcuSpa: Insights from advanced testing may help guide personalised treatment strategies, which may include nutrition support, lifestyle guidance and acupuncture treatment.
Advanced Thyroid Function Test
(Thyroid)
Comprehensive thyroid testing provides deeper insight into thyroid hormone balance and
metabolic health.
Who may benefit
- Fatigue or low energy
- Weight changes or temperature sensitivity
- Possible thyroid imbalance
- Interest beyond routine thyroid testing
What the testing helps assess
- Thyroid hormone levels
- Thyroid antibodies
- Hormone conversion patterns
- etabolic function related to thyroid health
How testing works at AcuSpa
- Test arranged and organised by the AcuSpa team
- Home testing kit delivered directly to the patient
- Sample returned to the laboratory using the instructions and packaging provided
- Laboratory analysis by accredited laboratories
- Results reviewed by the nutrition practitioner
- Detailed practitioner report with personalised nutrition recommendations, or an online consultation to review the results.
AcuSpa supported testing service
At AcuSpa, we coordinate the entire testing process for you.
Our team arranges the appropriate test, organises delivery of the home testing kit, and ensures the laboratory receives your sample.
Once the results are available, they are carefully reviewed and explained with personalised guidance to support your health.
Supporting personalised treatment at AcuSpa: Insights from advanced testing may help guide personalised treatment strategies, which may include nutrition support, lifestyle guidance and acupuncture treatment.
Stress Hormone Rhythm Test
(Cortisol Rhythm)
A test measuring cortisol levels throughout the day to evaluate the stress hormone rhythm.
Who may benefit
- Chronic stress or burnout
- Sleep disturbances
- Daytime fatigue
- Stress-related health concerns
What the testing helps assess
- Daily cortisol rhythm
- Stress hormone balance
- Adrenal function patterns
- Links between stress and fatigue
How testing works at AcuSpa
- Test arranged and organised by the AcuSpa team
- Home testing kit delivered directly to the patient
- Sample returned to the laboratory using the instructions and packaging provided
- Laboratory analysis by accredited laboratories
- Results reviewed by the nutrition practitioner
- Detailed practitioner report with personalised nutrition recommendations, or an online consultation to review the results.
AcuSpa supported testing service
At AcuSpa, we coordinate the entire testing process for you.
Our team arranges the appropriate test, organises delivery of the home testing kit, and ensures the laboratory receives your sample.
Once the results are available, they are carefully reviewed and explained with personalised guidance to support your health.
Supporting personalised treatment at AcuSpa: Insights from advanced testing may help guide personalised treatment strategies, which may include nutrition support, lifestyle guidance and acupuncture treatment.
Test Interpretation & Personalised Health Plan
Advanced laboratory testing is only recommended when it is likely to provide meaningful information that supports your care.
At AcuRestore, test results are never viewed in isolation. Every result is interpreted alongside your symptoms, medical history, lifestyle, and ongoing clinical assessment to build a more complete understanding of your health.
Where appropriate, your personalised plan may include:
Nutritional guidance
Lifestyle recommendations
Supplement recommendations where appropriate
Lifestyle Medicine input
A personalised Classic Acupuncture treatment plan
Our aim is to use the information gained from testing to better understand your health and, where appropriate, integrate these insights into a personalised acupuncture treatment plan supported by nutrition, lifestyle and medical care.
Every Patient Is Different
Every patient’s health journey is unique.
Some patients may benefit from Functional Nutrition, some from Lifestyle Medicine, while many achieve excellent outcomes with Classic Acupuncture alone.
Recommendations are always based on your individual symptoms, clinical assessment and treatment goals. Where additional investigations are appropriate, our team will recommend only those tests that are clinically relevant and likely to add value to your care.