Naturopath | Nutritionist | Functional Medicine Practitioner

Gut, Hormone & Energy Specialist | Type 1 Diabetes Advocate

I’m Anna, the founder of Lively Shift and a naturopath specialising in gut health, hormonal balance and metabolic repair. My work is deeply influenced by my personal experience living with Type 1 diabetes, which gives me a unique and practical understanding of blood-sugar regulation, hormone interactions and metabolic resilience.

For over a decade I have supported women who feel burnt out, inflamed, hormonally imbalanced or stuck in cycles of dieting without results. I combine clinical training in naturopathy, functional genomics, detoxification and metabolic science with a grounded, evidence-based approach to restoring health.

Having navigated my own health journey — managing insulin, overcoming fatigue, and rebuilding gut and hormonal stability — I bring both compassion and clarity to my work. I understand the frustration of doing “all the right things” and still feeling exhausted or out of sync. This fuels my commitment to helping my clients regain control of their metabolism, energy and long-term wellbeing.

My coaching style is calm, structured and highly personalised. I don’t believe in generic diets, quick fixes or rigid restrictions. Instead, I focus on what creates true metabolic change: personalised nutrition, gut repair, nervous-system support, hormone balance and sustainable habits.

If you’re seeking a practitioner who understands metabolic challenges — clinically and personally — I would be honoured to support your journey.

Lively Shift is a functional naturopathic practice dedicated to helping people create long-term transformation in their metabolism, digestion and hormonal health. Our approach is built on the belief that real, sustainable change happens when we work with your biology — not against it.

At Lively Shift, we specialise in the three systems that shape metabolic health:

1. Gut Health & Digestion

We address digestion, microbial balance, inflammation, food reactions, motility and the gut–brain axis. A healthy gut is the foundation for healthy hormones, metabolism and weight regulation.

2. Hormone Balance

We support thyroid function, adrenal health, blood sugar regulation and sex hormones to help you move through life — and the hormonal transitions of perimenopause and menopause — with more stability and ease.

3. Energy & Metabolic Function

Our framework examines nutrient deficiencies, detox pathways, sleep quality, stress load and metabolic signalling to restore natural energy, reduce cravings and stabilise blood sugar.

These pillars integrate seamlessly with the Metabolic Balance® programme, which provides an individualised nutrition plan based on your unique biochemistry. By aligning food choices, meal timing and metabolic signals, clients experience clearer digestion, improved hormonal balance, better sleep, increased vitality and sustainable weight release.

Our Philosophy

We believe metabolic health is not a quick fix — it’s a shift.

A shift toward nourishing foods, nervous-system regulation, personalised tools and a deeper connection with the body. A shift toward energy, clarity, confidence and balance.

Through structured guidance, education and ongoing support, Lively Shift helps men and women reconnect with their metabolic blueprint and build a healthier, more vibrant life.