{"id":198,"date":"2020-09-23T02:31:47","date_gmt":"2020-09-23T02:31:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gautamipatel.com.au\/?p=198"},"modified":"2020-09-23T02:34:31","modified_gmt":"2020-09-23T02:34:31","slug":"when-should-i-see-a-dietitian","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gautamipatel.com.au\/2020\/09\/23\/when-should-i-see-a-dietitian\/","title":{"rendered":"When should I see a dietitian?"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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When should I see a Dietitian?<\/h1>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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Healthy Food Guide is packed with information from dietitians to help you get healthy and stay that way. Our stories are designed to give you quick, simple facts that you can put into practice. But have you ever wanted to know more about what we\u2019ve talked about? Or wished we could spend more time on your specific issues? Seeing your own accredited practising dietitian (APD) can help fill in the gaps and provide you with ongoing individual care and eating plans.<\/p>

What exactly is a dietitian?<\/h2>

Dietitians are trained in food and nutrition. They translate scientific nutrition information into practical advice, to help you make the right decision about what to eat. Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) is the national credential recognised by the Dietitians Association of Australia. You should check that your dietitian has this credential before making an appointment.<\/p>

Who sees a dietitian?<\/h2>

Many people think dietitians only help those wanting to lose weight. But, while they do deal with weight loss, dietitians can help people of all ages, genders, nationalities and financial circumstances. You might want more energy, to prevent or recover from illness, to ensure you have a healthy baby, to lose weight, gain weight, or cope with an allergy or intolerance, or just grow old gracefully \u2013 dietitians can help anyone.<\/p>

What can they do?<\/h2>

Dietitians can provide you with a diet prescription. They can educate you and help you decide which foods are right for you right now and in the future. Dietitians can help you shop, give you meal ideas and recipes, and offer support and motivation when you need it. If they have further qualifications in exercise, psychology or diabetes education, they may also help you with exercise prescription, counselling and diabetes management.<\/p>

What can\u2019t they do?<\/h2>

Dietitians can\u2019t make a medical diagnosis, take blood tests or prescribe drugs. However, they may make suggestions to your GP and provide advice about drug-nutrient interactions.<\/p>

What happens when you see a dietitian?<\/h2>

At the first visit, expect to answer lots of questions about your lifestyle, medical history and what you eat, when, why and how much. After an assessment, the dietitian can offer you a plan to tackle your concerns. You may go away with some homework to do before your education sessions begin. Easy challenges at the end of each subsequent visit will help you achieve your ultimate goal.<\/p>

How long would I need to see a dietitian for?<\/h2>

This depends on your condition \u2013 whether it is temporary or permanent \u2013 and what your personal circumstances are. When you explain what you need, ask the dietitian how long your individual program may take. Some dietitians offer group education sessions that cost less but mean greater contact in the long term.<\/p>

Will they just tell me what I already know?<\/h2>

It\u2019s possible, but what you have read or been told by well-meaning friends and family may be incorrect. Dietitians are trained to critique the latest research, combine it with what we already know and provide up-to-date advice. This is why advice will change as time goes on and we learn more about how the body works, and the role food plays in health and disease.<\/p>

Want to know more?<\/h2>

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