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Hi, I'm Nelly!

Functional Nutritionist, Herbalist

& Women's Health Practitioner

For over 5 years, I’ve supported 1,000+ women navigating chronic, complex health issues, including hormonal imbalances, gut dysfunction, fatigue, inflammation, anxiety and autoimmune conditions.

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I know what it’s like to feel dismissed, confused and exhausted by conventional healthcare, because I’ve been there myself.

 

My approach combines functional medicine principles & testing, nutrition, herbal medicine, nervous system and lifestyle healing... all tailored to your body’s unique story so you can finally feel like yourself again.

Stop Guessing & Start Healing...

Let me guess...

 

You’ve tried every diet, every supplement and every protocol… but something still feels “off.”


You feel tired, frustrated and disconnected from your body, but you’re not broken. You’ve just never had someone who sees the whole picture of your health. You deserve guidance that is deep, personalised and rooted in understanding the root causes, not just masking symptoms.

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I offer assistance for a wide range of health concerns, including:

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  • Gut health & digestion

  • Auto-immune diseases

  • Hormone imbalances (PCOS, endometriosis, irregular/absent periods, thyroid health)

  • Skin issues (acne, eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, rosacea)

  • Allergies & intolerances

  • Stress management & mental health (anxiety & depression)

  • Prenatal, pregnancy & postpartum support

  • Fertility (male & female)

  • Insomnia & sleep issues

  • Low energy, memory loss & brain fog

  • Weight management

  • Disordered eating

  • Blood work analysis

  • Functional & genetic testing and so much more

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The HEAL™ Framework...

All my work is built around my signature HEAL framework, designed to:

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  • Uncover root causes of chronic symptoms

  • Restore balance to body, mind and nervous system

  • Support sustainable energy, hormonal and emotional health

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Whether we work 1:1 or in my intimate hybrid healing container, you’ll be guided step by step with clarity, personalised support and actionable strategies that actually work.

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My story...

My journey to Vital Alchemy wasn't smooth... it was far from it actually. During my teenage years I experienced hormonal imbalances, acne and severe depression and anxiety. Although I grew up with a mother who had interest in alternative medicine, I was only ever handed pills and supplements from healthcare professionals - including the contraceptive pill which escalated all of these issues into further havoc.

 

I always considered myself a quite "healthy" person, but when I reached my early twenties, my stressful, traditional western lifestyle led to an even longer list of illnesses such as chronic bloating and gut issues, hypothyroidism, PCOS, pre-diabetes and the worst (but best) thing to ever happen to me - an autoimmune disease called psoriasis.

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My symptoms were getting worse and worse every day...

To the point where I genuinely thought I was never going to feel like myself again. At 22 years old, I felt like I was trapped in a sick, elderly woman’s body.

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I spent thousands of dollars searching for answers from specialist after specialist, only to be dismissed, gaslit, or told:
“Everything looks normal.”
“There’s nothing we can do.”
“You’ll just have to learn to live with it.”

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I was offered the contraceptive pill (again), steroid creams, medications… the usual bandaid solutions to cover up my symptoms. I tried everything — herbs, acupuncture, homeopathy, tinctures. While these can all be powerful tools, one crucial piece was missing: finding the root cause.

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I’ll never forget the night everything changed.

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It was 2am. I was sitting on my kitchen floor in the dark, crying and covered in blood from scratching my skin. In that moment I said to myself, “I don’t know why this is happening, and I don’t know if I’ll ever understand… but I need to trust that it’s happening for a reason.”

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That same night, a random YouTube video appeared on my feed from a functional medicine doctor talking about leaky gut. That moment changed my life.

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From then on, I dedicated my entire life to understanding my health. Through a lot of trial and error, I healed my gut and reversed my chronic illnesses. I became obsessed with learning everything I could about nutrition, functional medicine, blood analysis and lab testing. Not because I planned to build a career from it, but because I finally realised the answers had been there all along… I just never had someone to help me find them.

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Now it’s my mission to be that person for others. Because all I ever wanted during my darkest moments was someone willing to dig a little deeper for me.

 

I’ve walked the same road I guide my clients down today — just with a lot more wrong turns along the way. And if there’s one thing I know for sure, it’s this: there is always a way out, I can whole heartedly promise you that.

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I turned my pain into my purpose and investing in my health was the best decision I ever made.

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And trust me... I’m not special. If I can do it, you can too. You just have to start.

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What makes us different?

Most health practitioners focus on quick fixes, generic protocols or rushing you through appointments.

That’s not how real healing happens.

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At Vital Alchemy, we do things differently:

  • Time & Depth Matter – Your health story deserves more than 15 minute appointments. Initial consultations are 2-3 hours & follow ups are 60+ minutes. Healing takes context, depth and attention.

  • Support Every Step of the Way – Health doesn’t pause between appointments. You get Monday-Friday Telegram access for guidance, questions and wins, so you’re never navigating your journey alone.

  • We Test, Not Guess – Protocols are built on functional testing, analysis and patterns, not assumptions. I organise everything so you can focus on healing, not chasing referrals.

  • Your Symptoms Always Matter – Normal labs don’t always mean optimal health. We look at patterns, symptoms and the full picture because "normal" is not the same as healthy.

  • Individualised Protocols – No "one brand fits all" approach here. Every protocol is tailored for ingredient quality, dose, bioavailability and your unique needs.

  • Healing Beyond the Physical – Thoughts, beliefs and emotions are part of your health. We address the whole you, because root cause healing happens when every layer is supported.

  • Community Built In – Healing in isolation can feel lonely. Whether 1:1 or hybrid, you’ll always have access to a supportive group of women on similar journeys. Healing is powerful... but healing in community is transformational.

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At Vital Alchemy, healing isn’t a rushed appointment or a checklist. It’s a container where you feel held, understood and supported, every step of the way.

Here is what some of our past & current patients have to say . . .

"I’m not even sure I can put into words just how grateful I am to have Nelly in my corner, but I will do my best! When I first met Nelly I was experiencing chronic pain from excessive bloating and constipation, poor mental health, binge eating disorder and hormone imbalances.

 

I spent over 10 years searching for answers and it was such a relief to have someone finally listening to me. Nelly was non-judgemental, she was patient and guided me every step of the way. I am now a much happier person who feels more connected with myself, with a new found love and appreciation for my body and what it does for me. I am no longer medicated for my mental health disorders, just managing all through healthy lifestyle choices and good quality food.

 

I’m kicking so many goals that I never knew were even possible for me because of Nelly. She has changed my life. I highly recommend her services!

Thank you Nelly for giving me my quality of life back"

Bejay M

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