Joyeesha Jeganathan - BJC Health

About Joyeesha R Jeganathan

Joyeesha completed her Bachelor of Exercise & Sport Science and a Graduate Certificate in Exercise Rehabilitation for Sports Injuries with Australian Catholic University, in 2019 and 2020. She is currently completing her Master of Clinical Exercise Physiology with the same university and is looking forward to becoming an accredited Exercise Physiologist.

She recently started her own business in 2020, during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. This experience has taught her the importance of meeting individuals at their level, and to think outside the box when it comes to exercise prescription, where access to equipment is limited. She has always had a deep-seated passion in helping people and believes that through exercise and adequate rehabilitation of injuries/illnesses, it can improve many aspects of one’s life.

She has a strong dancing background and has always led an active lifestyle through sports like football, swimming, or home/gym workouts. Music has always been a big part of her life and she enjoys playing it too! In her free time, you will find her around people, food, or both!

Wed 1 April 8pm!

Register to attend. You will also get the live recording.

How can this event help me?

Building the right balance of nutrients can play a powerful role in supporting your health, particularly when you’re living with a rheumatic condition. Protein is often talked about as the key to strength, muscle maintenance and recovery, but how much do you really need? And does that change if you have inflammation, reduced activity, or are taking certain medications?

In this live online event, Dietitian Monica Kubizniak will shed light on the role of protein in rheumatic and musculoskeletal conditions and provide clear, evidence-based guidance tailored to real life. This session is designed for anyone wanting to better understand how protein fits into managing inflammation, preserving muscle mass, and supporting long-term joint health.

Join Monica for a practical discussion covering:

Do you really need more protein?
Monica will break down current research on protein requirements, including how needs may differ for people living with rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis, osteoarthritis and other chronic conditions. You’ll learn how age, activity levels and inflammation influence protein needs.
Protein and muscle health
Loss of muscle mass can occur with chronic inflammation, reduced movement or long-term corticosteroid use. Discover how adequate protein intake supports muscle maintenance, strength and physical function, and how this links to mobility and independence.
How much is enough and how to space it out
Learn practical strategies for distributing protein evenly across the day to maximise muscle protein synthesis. Monica will explain what this looks like in everyday meals and snacks without relying on complicated tracking.
Food first: Practical protein sources
Explore a range of whole food protein options including plant and animal sources. Monica will discuss the benefits of variety, protein quality, and how to build balanced meals that also support bone and cardiovascular health.
Do you need supplements?
Protein powders and high-protein products are everywhere. Monica will help you understand when supplements may be useful, when they’re unnecessary, and how to choose wisely if they’re appropriate for you.

Join us on Wednesday, April 1st at 8:00 PM AEDT for this informative live virtual event. As always, we welcome your questions and discussions to make this an engaging and supportive experience for everyone.