Dietitian

A dietitian has had at least 4 years of accredited university training specifically around nutrition science. Dietitians look at whole foods as well as individual micronutrients to create healthy eating plans for individual conditions – we use food more than we would ever use supplements. Our recommendations are based on research rather than the latest trends in dieting and eating.

This is a difficult question to answer as everyone has different needs. The minimum would be two sessions to gather information and check your progress and answer follow up questions. However, if you want to make some long term changes to your diet, health or weight then this will take more appointments. There is evidence to suggest the longer you see a dietitian the better results you get.

We will have a chat with you to learn more about your diet, activity levels and lifestyle. You will be listened to and asked questions to ensure we have a good understanding of your life. You will have your questions answered and have difficult health and nutrition concepts explained in user friendly terms you can understand. You will receive practical information and a plan of action when you leave the session.

Many people feel a meal plan is what they need – “just tell me what to eat!” A one size fits all eating plan is a short term fix and not much better than a fad diet. What you will receive is a plan which takes into account your lifestyle, medical conditions and food preferences. If you like a structured approach or just want some ideas we can work with you, the way you like, to help make the changes you desire.