Meet Your Dietitian

Qualified. Experienced. Focused on complex, chronic health support.

Elzette Struwig, Registered Dietitian

Elzette works with people who have often “tried everything”. Those who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unheard, and who are looking for careful, evidence-informed nutrition support that goes deeper than generic advice.

Her approach is both clinical and compassionate: understand the full picture, identify what matters most, and build a plan that can realistically be implemented and maintained. She is passionate about supporting people through difficult seasons, especially where symptoms are complex and quality of life matters deeply.

How Elzette Works

Thorough intake: symptoms, history, lifestyle, and goals
A structured plan designed for real-life adherence
Optional biomarker and lab-informed decision making
Follow-ups to refine, support, and maintain progress
Collaboration with your medical team when needed

What Patients Appreciate Most

Feeling listened to, without being rushed or dismissed
Clear next steps instead of “try this and hope”
Practical support that reduces overwhelm
Focus on long-term sustainability, not short-term extremes
A calm, steady guide through complex health journeys

Credentials, Training & Recognition

A professional snapshot of qualifications, specialist training, and public contribution.

Qualifications & Registration

Bachelor of Dietetics — University of Pretoria
HPCSA Registered Dietitian

Specialist Training

Advanced training in therapeutic nutrition approaches
Additional training in sports nutrition and performance support
Training in allergy-aware nutrition principles
Ongoing professional development in metabolic and clinical nutrition

Registration and certificates can be verified on request.

Speaking, Media & Publications

Keynote speaker — Rett-SA (Rett Syndrome South Africa)
Speaker — World Congress on Epilepsy & Brain Disorders (Cape Town, 2018)
Contributor — Keto “The Lose It! Handbook” / magazine articles
Featured on TV — kykNET “SLANK” (DStv)

Professional Style

Elzette is known for calm, structured support, combining clinical reasoning with practical implementation. Where red flags appear, she encourages appropriate medical follow-up and collaboration to support patient safety.

Experience & Professional Approach

How Elzette supports patients in practice.

What She Brings to Your Case

Clinical structure with patient-centred care
Strong pattern recognition across symptoms, habits, and markers
Clear education: you understand what you’re doing and why
Practical implementation that fits your lifestyle
Ongoing refinement during follow-ups (not a once-off PDF)

A Note From Elzette

“I care deeply about people who are suffering and feel like they’ve run out of options. My goal is to bring clarity, hope, and practical steps, without false promises, and to walk with you as we find what works for your body.” - Dietitian Elzette

The Kind of Cases She Often Supports

These are examples of the nature of her work. Results vary, and medical care remains essential.

Complex, Unexplained Symptoms

Clients who have seen multiple practitioners and still don’t feel better. Elzette helps bring structure: symptom mapping, food strategy, lifestyle changes, and (where available) lab-informed priorities.

High-Risk Patterns on Blood Work

Where results suggest further investigation may be needed, Elzette may recommend follow-up testing or referral back to a doctor. Nutrition support can complement care, but does not diagnose.

Supportive Neurological Nutrition

Some families seek nutrition support to improve stability, reduce triggers, and support quality of life. Elzette works carefully within safe boundaries and encourages medical supervision where relevant.

Oncology Supportive Nutrition

Nutrition strategies aimed at supporting strength, tolerance, and metabolic resilience during difficult seasons, always as supportive care alongside the primary medical team.

A gentle note on expectations

Every person is different. Elzette does not promise cures or outcomes. Nutrition support is personalised, evidence-informed, and designed to complement (not replace) medical care. If urgent symptoms are present, please seek immediate medical attention.

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