Crystal Buckeridge – B Nut/Diet(Hons) APD
Dietitian
Crystal is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and a proud member of Dietitians Australia and the Optimum Intake Aged Care Team. With a deep passion for helping people, she believes in the power of food and nutrition to improve health, well-being, and quality of life. Taking a food-first approach, Crystal focuses on making nutrition simple, practical, and budget-friendly, ensuring that healthy eating is accessible to everyone.
Crystal understands that nutrition plays a critical role in healthy ageing, reablement, and maintaining independence. She is committed to supporting older adults in optimizing their nutrition to promote strength, function, and overall wellness. Whether it’s preventing malnutrition, managing chronic conditions, supporting recovery after illness or injury, or enhancing enjoyment of food, Crystal takes a person-centred, holistic approach that respects individual needs, preferences, and goals.
With a strong focus on reablement and wellness, Crystal collaborates with clients, families, and care teams to enhance functional capacity, prevent decline, and support healthy ageing through practical, evidence-based strategies. She believes that good nutrition is essential for maintaining mobility, independence, and quality of life and provides tailored advice to help clients nourish their bodies, stay active, and feel their best.
Crystal is dedicated to empowering clients with the tools and confidence to make sustainable choices that support long-term health. She provides realistic, achievable nutrition solutions that prioritise whole foods while accommodating personal tastes, cultural preferences, and budget considerations. She also embraces a Health at Every Size (HAES®️) and intuitive eating approach, fostering a positive relationship with food that removes unnecessary restrictions and guilt.
Beyond her professional work, Crystal enjoys being active at the gym or Pilates, sharing good food with friends, and continuing to expand her knowledge in aged care nutrition. She is passionate about helping people feel their best at every stage of life and looks forward to supporting clients on their journey to wellness, strength, and independence.