I’ve tried every diet, but nothing seems to work. Why should I hire a dietitian?
A registered dietitian works directly with patients to develop individualized meal plans taking lifestyle and medical history into consideration. There’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all standard prescription plan – each dietary intervention is tailored specifically to the patient’s personal needs. Not only can I help you manage your weight safely, but I can also prevent of further weight gain in the future.
I eat out all the time, and every time I turn around there is another holiday, vacation, or birthday celebration where I’m presented with an abundance of unhealthy food options. How is this going to work?
My style of coaching is not a prescription for exactly what you should eat; instead think of it as a lifestyle change. I’ll teach you how to build a healthy plate, consume proper portions, safely indulge, and optimize your nutrient intake at every meal. By applying these methods, you’ll feel prepared to make healthy choices at both restaurants and special events.
I hate eating salads. Does your plan include a variety of foods?
Eating healthy doesn’t mean exclusively eating salads. There are plenty of ways to lose weight and optimize your fruit and vegetable intake without compromising on flavor and satisfaction. I’ll share an abundance of healthy recipes (not limited to salads) that will help you achieve your goals.
Do you recommend a low carb diet to lose weight?
Going “low carb” to lose weight is so 90’s. While completely eliminating carbohydrates from the diet may work for some people, I choose to take a more holistic approach to weight management that never involves eliminating an entire food group (unless it’s a medical necessity). Carbs may have been demonized in the past, but they’re actually an essential macronutrient for many processes inside the body. I’ll teach you to select whole grain, nutrient-dense carbohydrate sources that will keep you satiated and fueled throughout the day.
For Children
My child has been diagnosed with multiple food allergies. Can you help?
Food allergies can be intimidating, but we can work together to find an appropriate diet for your child, and assure his/her nutrient needs are being adequately met. During our meeting I’ll assess your child’s growth history, the current diet, the current symptoms (if any), the reaction history, the foods introduced and tolerated, the foods avoided, and the adequacy of allergen elimination. You’ll be given appropriate guidelines for your child’s nutrient intake, helpful allergen-free recipes, and useful substitutions for common foods to which he/she is allergic.
My child is a very picky eater and he is underweight. What can you do to help?
After your child undergoes a complete medical examination by a physician, it is important to assess your child’s diet to determine whether they are consuming adequate nutrients. In addition to obtaining a diet history, I will gather information surrounding regular meal and snack time routines. I will provide information regarding recommended nutrient dense food sources for adding extra calories, and if necessary, we will discuss behavior management strategies in order to make mealtime pleasurable again.
My child is overweight. Can working with you prevent diabetes and cardiovascular disease?
Creating healthy dietary habits at a young age is essential to preventing health problems in the future. I find that weight management for children works best when the whole family is on board with a healthy lifestyle. I will teach your family to choose nutritious foods in appropriate portion sizes at every meal. In addition, we’ll discuss how to read food labels so you’ll know exactly what to purchase in the grocery store. I’ll give recommendations for your child’s physical activity needs, and if necessary, we will review your child’s blood work every few months until values of concern are within normal limits. My goal to cultivate lasting habits so your child will approach food in a healthy manner for years to come.
