I’m Aoife McDonald, a CORU-registered dietitian based in Cork with over 10 years’ experience across clinical and private-practice settings. I founded The Digestive Health Clinic to provide evidence-based, personalised nutrition support for people managing digestive symptoms, metabolic health concerns and more complex nutrition needs.
Our aim is to give clients the time, attention and specialist support they often need when managing ongoing symptoms or complex nutrition concerns. Many people come to us after years of feeling confused about food, trying restrictive diets or receiving conflicting advice without a clear, personalised plan.
My main clinical focus is digestive health, including IBS, the low FODMAP diet, bloating, food intolerances, coeliac disease, inflammatory bowel disease and functional digestive symptoms.
I also work extensively in weight and metabolic health, including weight management, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, fatty liver and metabolic syndrome.
I studied Nutritional Science at University College Cork before completing postgraduate training in Nutrition and Dietetics at the University of Chester. I have worked in clinical and private-practice settings in both Ireland and the UK.
I am registered with CORU, a member of the Irish Nutrition and Dietetic Institute, and a member of its Gastroenterology Specialist Interest Group
At The Digestive Health Clinic, we take the time to understand your medical history, current diet, lifestyle, symptoms and individual goals.
Our approach is evidence-based, practical and personalised. You will receive clear recommendations and a plan designed around your health, preferences and everyday life — not a generic handout or unnecessarily restrictive diet.
Appointments are available in person at our Cork clinic in Acorn Business Centre, Mahon, and online throughout Ireland.
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