Hi, I'm Tara Thorne.

Holistic Nutritionist, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Certified Microbiome Restoration Centre Practitioner, Certified Functional Nutrition Coach, and Certified Microbiome Analyst.

But for ease, let’s just call me a Functional Health Practitioner.

I’ve had my share of hormonal issues. It started with severe acne in my teenage years, for which my doctor prescribed The Pill and Accutane – Band-Aid “solutions” that can do way more harm than good. Then came the PMS in my 20s—water retention, mood swings, sore breasts, migraines, and anxiety-induced insomnia. The “solution” from a doctor? More Band-Aids—this time in the form of Xanax.

When I moved from Australia to Canada at 27, I experienced a crippling bout of anxiety. And—surprise, surprise—yet again, I was handed more Band-Aids: Clonazepam and Zoloft. But deep down, I knew these medications weren’t the real solution. I didn’t have a deficiency in pharmaceuticals—I had a body crying out for balance.

So I began digging. I needed to understand why I had these symptoms and how to truly heal. But learning everything I needed to, took time—and in the meantime, I went on to suffer from postpartum thyroiditis and anxiety after the birth of my daughters.

After years of struggling and then immersing myself in studying women’s hormones, functional testing, therapeutic supplements, nutrition, the nervous system, and so much more, I now—deep in my perimenopausal years—feel better in my 40s than I did in my 20s.

Through studying, research, ongoing mentorships with global specialists, and over a decade of clinical experience, I’ve gained the knowledge I now bring to my clients—so they don’t have to struggle like I did or try to figure it all out on their own.

I’ve helped thousands of women around the world regain their confidence, rebuild their self-esteem, and overcome debilitating symptoms—and you can too.

Tara xo 

Professional Bio

Tara is a Holistic Nutritionist, Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, Certified Microbiome Restoration Centre Practitioner, Certified Functional Nutrition Coach, and Certified Microbiome Analyst. To keep things simple, she refers to herself as a Functional Health Practitioner.

With over a decade of clinical experience, Tara has helped women around the world optimise their health and eliminate frustrating, often debilitating symptoms. She specialises in supporting midlife women as they reclaim their energy, confidence, peace of mind, and a renewed sense of vitality during this transformational stage of life.

Tara is committed to staying at the forefront of her field. She is almost always enrolled in a course or diploma program and continually invests in mentorship with global leaders in hormones, hormone replacement therapy, the microbiome, and more.

Here is a current list of Tara's credentials and extensive trainings:

Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Diagnostic Practitioner
Canadian School of Natural Nutrition – Registered Holistic Nutritionist
Functional Nutrition Certification Program – Certified Functional Nutrition Coach
DUTCH Advanced (FDN)
HTMA Expert
SIBO Advanced (FDN)
Blood Chemistry Analysis (FDN)
Mineral Mastery
MTHFR, Methylation & Biochemistry
Blastocystis & Dientamoeba: Gastrointestinal Pathogens or Commensal Symbionts – Probiotic Advisor
Fructose Malabsorption – Probiotic Advisor
Everything About The New Estrogen – Dr. Lindsey Berkson
The Vaginal Microbiome – Probiotic Advisor
The Institute for Functional Medicine Hormone Advanced Practice Module
Level III – Blood Chemistry Interpretation – Dr. Bryan Walsh
FDN Advanced: Oxalates
How To Evaluate Adrenal Fatigue on a Blood Chemistry Workshop – Dr. Bryan Walsh
Thyroid Health in a time of COVID – Dr Rachel Arthur
Using Prebiotics & Probiotics to Enhance Immunity – Dr. Jason Hawrelak
Prescribing Hormones for Menopause, an introductory course for healthcare providers – Dr. Felice Gersh
Naturopathic and Functional Medicine Approach to Gastrointestinal Conditions with Dr. Jason Hawrelak.
Advanced Microbiome Manipulation with Dr. Jason Hawrelak
Everything Hormones – Dr. Lindsey Berkson and Dr. David Brownstein

 

On-going functional health mentorship with Dr. Bryan Walsh/Metabolic Fitness.
On-going HRT mentorship with Jill Chmielewski RN.
On-going Hormone and HRT mentorship with Dr. Lindsey Berkson

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