What is Nutrition Consultancy?
What is Nutrition Consultancy?
We offer professional assistance to everyone facing nutrition-related health problems as well as those who simply want to adopt a healthier lifestyle through a more balanced died.
Nutrition consultancy is the professional transmission of knowledge on nutrition, optimal food combinations, and adaptation of meals and dietary habits to the medical condition, lifestyle, and physical activity in a way that can be easily understood by non-experts.
We provide patients the education on proper food storage, food preparation, meal planning and menus, the importance of nutrients for their health, and the importance of a varied and diverse diet that does not exclude any particular food groups.
Who are nutrition experts?
Who are nutrition experts?
Nutritionists are professionally trained individuals who have successfully concluded a higher education programme in nutrition or dietetics and possess interdisciplinary knowledge in food science, nutrition, medicine, and dietetics.
Furthermore, they can also complete a specialised internship and a professional exam required to become a dietitian in healthcare at the primary, secondary or tertiary level, in turn obtaining the title of clinical dietitian.
How does a nutrition consultation work?
How does a nutrition consultation work?
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During the initial 60-minute nutrition consultation, we get to know the patient, complete a lifestyle, dietary habits, and physical activity questionnaire, and take a full nutritional, medical, and social history. The patient’s nutritional status is assessed.
We review, interpret, and analyze the body composition measurement and present the results along with our professional insights. Together with the patient, we define their goals and preferences to create a personalized nutrition strategy and agree on follow-up consultations.At the end of the initial session, the patient receives up-to-date dietary guidelines and practical advice for maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle.
- During follow-up consultations, we analyse food diaries, discuss individual dietary preferences, and establish a personalized menu, if necessary. Follow-up nutritional consultations last between 45 and 60 minutes.
Zakaj je prehranski dnevnik koristen?
Zakaj je prehranski dnevnik koristen?
To better understand the patient and their eating habits, our health center uses a food diary, which the patient completes over a period of 3 to 5 days. The diary is then professionally analyzed during the follow-up nutrition consultation.
All key dietary parameters are evaluated, including:
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Total daily energy intake
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Intake of macronutrients (proteins, fats, carbohydrates)
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Intake of key micronutrients (calcium, iron, vitamin D, sodium, omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids)
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Dietary fiber intake, with a recommended target of 30 g/day
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Fluid intake
Each nutritional assessment is conducted individually and in complete privacy for every patient.
Based on the patient’s preferences and evidence-based dietary guidelines, we also prepare meal plans, which may include:
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General meal plans or
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Personalized nutrition plans, which include detailed quantities of consumed foods, energy intake per meal, and tracking of macronutrient and fluid intake.
Who is nutrition counseling suitable for?
Who is nutrition counseling suitable for?
Dietary management is intended for everyone who wants to improve their diet, change their eating habits, and improve the quality of their life.
It is suitable for all age groups, as nutrition consultancy is adapted to the patient's age and requirements every time.
Children, adolescents, adults, pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers, menopausal women, the elderly, amateur and professional athletes, and individuals who want to lose excess weight or gain muscle mass – all are invite to take advantage of our dietary management services.
Ali se na prehranskem svetovanju obravnava tudi prehransko intoleranco, prehranske bolezni?
Ali se na prehranskem svetovanju obravnava tudi prehransko intoleranco, prehranske bolezni?
As part of our nutrition counseling, we provide individualized support for:
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Food intolerances
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High blood pressure
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Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes
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Obesity
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Elevated cholesterol and triglycerides
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Celiac disease
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Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
If your nutritional condition falls outside our scope of expertise, we will refer you to qualified medical specialists.
Please note: We do not treat eating disorders in our health center.
What does a body composition analysis include?
What does a body composition analysis include?
Body composition is a precise anthropometric method for assessing an individual's health status—more accurate than the body mass index (BMI), which only considers weight and height.
In general, a BMI indicating adequate nutritional status ranges between 18.5 and 24.99 kg/m², calculated using the formula:
BMI = body weight (kg) / height² (m²)
However, for individuals with a high amount of muscle mass, BMI can be misleading and may incorrectly categorize them as overweight or obese.
This is why body composition analysis is a more suitable method, as it provides a clear and detailed insight into the distribution of body tissues and body water content.
During the nutrition consultation, the results of the body composition measurement are reviewed and professionally interpreted. The analysis distinguishes between fat mass (FM) and fat-free mass (FFM). Bone density is also measured at the same time.
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Fat mass (FM) represents the amount of adipose tissue in the body.
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Fat-free mass (FFM) includes everything in the body that is not fat – skeletal muscles, organs, body water, and bones.
To support healthy aging and optimal well-being, we aim to maintain or increase fat-free mass. In addition, the analysis may include an evaluation of the patient's fluid retention—both intracellular and extracellular water.
The results also offer insights into an individual's energy requirements, which serve as a foundation for developing a personalized nutrition plan.
Interested in learning more
Do you need more detailed information or would you like to learn more about our services? Send us an inquiry, and we will be happy to respond and help you find the best solution.