What Is a Dietitian?
Registered Dietitians are trained in the assessment, prevention and treatment of nutrition and nutrition related conditions. They use their expertise to help you make appropriate and healthy food choices so that you can work towards improving your daily nutrition. Healthy eating can help prevent future health problems and improve symptoms of some chronic diseases.
Services
Individual appointments can be arranged to review your specific nutritional needs and eating habits. Our dietitian will provide you with the information and support you need to achieve a healthier lifestyle.
Our dietitian can help you to improve your eating habits through:
Education
- Managing cholesterol
- Osteoporosis prevention
- Weight management
- Carbohydrate counting
Counselling
- Focus on specific eating patterns to help manage chronic diseases such as diabetes and congestive heart failure
Access to Resources
- Canada’s Food Guide
- Information on recommended sodium (salt) intake and calcium requirements for various ages
- Disease specific nutritional information
To see the Dietician you will need a referral from your Family Physician or Nurse Practitioner. Appointments can be made at both the Tri Area Medical Centre and the Marmora Medical Clinic.
