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Nutrition Support Programs
Our employee nutrition programs are designed to help your employees make informed, sustainable choices that positively impact both their personal wellbeing and work performance.
Delivered by expert dietitian
Supporting your staff with their energy and productivity
Almost 3,000 Nutrition Support appointments delivered in FY25
Gut health impacts mental health, so support your staff with our expert support
Overview
What Is Nutrition Support in an EAP?
Nutrition Support is an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) service that connects employees with qualified dietitians and nutrition professionals to improve eating habits, energy, productivity, gut health, weight management and overall wellbeing. In reality, nutrition underscores both our mental and physical health. According to ABS 2022 statistics, only 44.1% of adults and children met the recommended fruit intake. That’s a 7% decrease compared to previous years. Vegetable consumption was far lower, at 6.5% in 2022.
With our bodies requiring nutrients to thrive, meagre intake of these food groups can impact our wellbeing. For example, we may feel less energised and productive and be more prone to seasonal illnesses such as the common cold. All these challenges can strike at different intervals of the year, resulting in more and more of your employees taking time away from work.
With Converge, our expert dietitians and nutritionists who deliver our nutrition workplace support programs, via EAP, can support your employees in finding the right nutritional diet for them. Through one-on-one consultations with qualified and experienced experts, we offer tailored, actionable nutrition plans, including guidance on diet intake, mindfulness, and more. Our employee nutrition programs empower your team to:
Tackle common challenges, such as improving nutritional intake or managing stress.
Focus on the key areas of their daily food requirements.
Feel more energised, mentally sharp, and ready to perform at their best.
01 — Delivering Nutrition Support
Why Employees May Need Nutrition Support
Nutrition support programs, and more specifically, employee nutrition programs, aim to help staff with their nutritional and lifestyle choices. There are many reasons why an employee might need to access nutrition support through their Employee Assistance Program. But ultimately, the goal of a nutrition support program is to help employees feel energised and healthy inside and outside of work.
Through one-on-one consultations with qualified nutritionists, dietitian and lifestyle experts, we offer tailored guidance on nutrition to ensure informed decisions and choices for employees. The service empowers your team to tackle common challenges, such as improving nutritional diet intake and managing stress related patterns of eating. By focusing on these key areas, your employees will feel more energised, mentally sharp, and ready to perform at their best.
Here are some reasons why employees might access our nutrition support programs:
Challenges with weight and unsure what meal plan is best for them
Feeling lethargic, fatigued, and demotivated
Wanting to develop healthier habits
Looking to partake in exercise and wellness practices but want guidance first
Watch – Nutrition Support Walk Through
Our Nutrition Support programs explained in 90 seconds
If you’re wanting to know more about our Nutrition Support EAP program, watch this detailed walk through explaining the booking process, the benefits of offering and accessing nutritional programs, and how our team of dietitians can support your people.
21%
of support we delivered over FY25 was specialised counselling – which includes Nutrition Support
02 — unpacking our support
The Types of Expert Guidance Available through Our Nutrition Support Services
During the consultation with your employee, our team of dietitians and nutritionists will gather information to understand their dietary needs and existing eating patterns, whereby formulating a tailored plan to address their nutritional intake. From there, our expert team who deliver our nutrition coaching for employees will deliver:
Nutrition and dietary management
Expert advice on nutrition and dietary management, including strategies for addressing food intolerances.
Food and body image support
Guidance on maintaining a healthy, balanced relationship with food and body image, using gender-affirming and inclusive approaches.
Energy, focus and performance
Strategies to enhance energy, focus, and performance at work through optimal dietary choices.
Meal planning strategies
Practical meal planning tips tailored to individual lifestyles, cultural preferences, and time constraints.
Sustainable weight management
Support for sustainable weight management goals without restrictive dieting.
Gut health and digestion
Strategies to improve gut health and digestion through dietary adjustments and much more.
What Employees Can Expect From Nutrition Support Services
Nutrition isn’t just about diet; it encompasses all of our lifestyle choices. As such, it’s essential that your employees have access to nutrition support programs that are backed by experience and quality guidance. Here’s what this support can do:
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Our team of dietitians and nutritionists understand your employees’ needs and will craft a detailed plan that will set your employees up for success.
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Employees can access up to four, five, or even six nutrition support appointments (this will depend on your EAP contract).
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They will also help your staff move away from unsustainable goals towards achievable actions that empower them to change their nutrition and lifestyle.
Why it matters
The gut microbiome has been proven to negatively and positively impact mental health depending on a person’s diet. Therefore, with our help, we will support your staff in addressing nutritional-related issues, which can lead to more energy and higher performance.
In fact, when your staff access Nutrition Support, they will only speak to practising dietitians who are accredited through Dietitians Australia, with either a Masters or Bachelors degree in Nutrition and Dietetics.
Practical Tips Delivered by Experts Under Our Nutrition Support Programs
90%
of employees established a positive relationship with their Converge dietitian
Guiding your employees through their wellbeing journey and offering that crucial helping hand is what we do best. We offer support for all employees, ranging from nurses, coordinators, and retail staff, to executives, C-suite, and store managers. Through our nutrition support services, we offer:
- Support for managing and maintaining a healthy weight, rooted in evidence-based practices
- Offering strategies to integrate sustainable, healthy habits into daily life for long-term wellbeing.
- Personalised advice on overcoming common nutrition challenges like emotional eating and busy schedules
- Tools to help employees set realistic, achievable goals and track their progress
- Education on meal prepping and time-saving techniques to make healthy eating accessible
- Insights into how nutrition can support energy, focus, and overall performance at work and in daily life
How Nutrition Support Programs Will Benefit Your Business
91%
of employees were delighted with their matched dietitian
Employees face many hurdles. And energy is one of them. As we know: our gut health impacts our mental health. Also known as the gut-brain axis, the gut microbiome produces neurotransmitters that can affect our mood and induce anxiety. That’s why nutrition support is essential. Harvard Health states:
”“This connection goes both ways. A troubled intestine can send signals to the brain, just as a troubled brain can send signals to the gut. Therefore, a person's stomach or intestinal distress can be the cause or the product of anxiety, stress, or depression. That's because the brain and the gastrointestinal (GI) system are intimately connected.”
Harvard HealthHarvard Health Publishing
When employees face nutritional challenges, they may experience low energy, reduced productivity, and more. By partnering with Converge, we can help your employees tackle their challenges through the expert guidance of our clinicians via our nutrition support programs.
Key Benefits of Nutrition Support Programs
Reduces Absenteeism Linked to Fatigue & Digestive Issues
Better dietary habits can minimise common wellbeing issues such as low energy, gastrointestinal discomfort, and stress-related illness, which can lead to fewer sick days.
Provides Personalised Guidance From Qualified Clinicians
Converge’s nutrition specialists deliver expert, confidential support tailored to each employee’s needs, helping them build long-term healthy habits that enhance workplace performance.
Boosts Employee Energy & Focus
Improved nutrition helps regulate blood sugar and stabilise energy levels, supporting sharper concentration and sustained productivity throughout the workday.
Supports Mental Wellbeing Through the Gut–Brain Connection
Healthy gut microbiome function positively influences mood, anxiety, and emotional resilience — reducing stress-related impacts on performance.
3.5x
is the growth in demand for our nutrition support programs
Who Can Benefit From Nutrition Support?
All employees can benefit from Nutrition Support, as it helps staff increase their workplace productivity and nutrition, as well as their energy, thanks to the connection our nutritional intake has on our ability to perform inside and outside of work. Here are some of the types of employees that could benefit from our Nutrition Support services:
Employees experiencing low energy
Shift workers and remote workers
Employees managing weight goals
Employees with digestive concerns
Menopause-related nutritional needs
Employees looking for support with their meal planning and dietary needs
Staff with gut health-related issues
Employees struggling with body issue and wellbeing concerns
How it works →
How does Nutrition Support work?
Getting expert nutrition guidance is simple. From first booking to ongoing follow-up, here’s how an employee accesses Converge Nutrition Support in five straightforward steps.
95%
of serotonin (the feel-good hormone) is produced in the gut
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Book through Converge
The employee books a session through Converge via the Converge app, Employee Wellbeing Portal or phone.
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Meet a qualified dietitian
The employee meets with a qualified, accredited dietitian for a confidential consultation to discuss their nutrition.
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Discuss goals & challenges
Personal goals and challenges are discussed to understand the person’s needs.
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Develop practical strategies and follow-up
The dietitian develops practical, achievable nutrition strategies tailored to the employee. Follow-up support is provided where available to keep the employee on track.
Free and confidential for your employees, available 24/7.
Want to learn more about our Nutrition Support Programs?
What services are included in Converge's Nutrition Support Programs?
Converge provides one-on-one consultations with qualified nutritionists and lifestyle experts through their comprehensive Nutrition Support Programs. These services include expert advice on nutrition and dietary management, strategies for addressing food intolerances, guidance on maintaining a healthy relationship with food and body image, and support for managing and maintaining a healthy weight.
Who can access the Employee Nutrition Programs and Nutrition Support Services?
These Nutrition Support Services are available to all employees. Converge’s Employee Nutrition Programs aim to support individuals at all levels in making healthier nutrition and lifestyle choices to improve overall wellbeing and workplace performance.
How can employees book a consultation through the Nutrition Support Programs?
Employees can easily book a consultation as part of Converge’s Nutrition Support Programs via the Converge Online Booking Portal; all they need to do is select Nutrition Support to book their appointment. Alternatively, the Converge Wellbeing App also provides convenient access to these Nutrition Support Services and related resources.
Is the information shared during Nutrition Support Services confidential?
Yes, all consultations within Converge’s Nutrition Support Programs are confidential. Strict privacy policies ensure that all personal health information shared during these services is protected and used only to provide the best possible support.
How many Nutrition Support appointments can employees access?
The number of Nutrition Support appointments available depends on your organisation’s EAP agreement. Many employees can access between four and six sessions with a qualified dietitian or nutrition specialist through Converge.
What can employees discuss during a Nutrition Support appointment?
Employees can seek support for a wide range of nutrition-related concerns, including healthy eating habits, weight management, meal planning, energy levels, digestive health, food intolerances, emotional eating, body image concerns, and nutrition strategies that support workplace performance.
Can Nutrition Support help with stress and mental wellbeing?
Yes. Nutrition and mental wellbeing are closely connected through the gut-brain axis. A healthy diet can positively influence mood, energy, concentration, and emotional resilience. Nutrition Support helps employees develop practical strategies that support both physical and psychological wellbeing.
Can Nutrition Support help improve energy and productivity at work?
Yes. Nutrition plays an important role in maintaining energy levels, concentration, and cognitive performance. Employees can work with a qualified dietitian to identify dietary habits that may be affecting their energy, focus, or productivity and develop practical strategies for improvement.
Can Nutrition Support assist with weight management?
Yes. Nutrition Support provides evidence-based guidance for sustainable weight management. Rather than promoting restrictive diets, our specialists help employees build healthy habits that support long-term wellbeing and realistic health goals.
Can Nutrition Support help employees develop healthier eating habits?
Yes. Nutrition Support focuses on creating sustainable lifestyle changes, helping employees establish healthier eating patterns, improve meal planning, and build habits that support long-term health and wellbeing.
What qualifications do Converge Nutrition Support clinicians have?
Nutrition Support appointments are delivered by qualified dietitians and nutrition professionals with experience supporting individuals across a wide range of health, wellbeing, and lifestyle goals.
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