First Dietitian Consultation

Set specific and measurable goals:  Define what you want to achieve (e.g., lower blood sugar, lose weight, improve overall health, manage a condition).

Track your current eating habits:  Keep a food journal for at least 3 consecutive days, noting what you eat, when you eat, and how much you eat each day. Nutrition tracking apps e.g. MyFitnessPal may help you to make this journal.

Outline any health concerns:  Write down all health-related concerns, including those not tied to a specific medical condition.

Gather your medical history:  Note existing conditions, family history (e.g., diabetes, heart disease), medications, vitamins, and supplements (with doses), and allergies.

Bring recent bloodwork and lab data:  Include blood sugar levels, cholesterol, and any past diagnoses or deficiencies so your Dietitian can suggest specific dietary and supplement protocols.

Keep track of bowel movement patterns:  Note frequency, texture, colour, and consistency for digestive insight.

Prepare a list of questions:  Write down questions you want to ask during the session.

Note your wellness goals and fitness routine:  Share your current activity level and what you'd like to improve.

Review of your medical and dietary history: Your dietitian will ask about medical diagnoses, weight history, current medications, and overall health status

Discussion of your current lifestyle and eating habits: Including dietary preferences, stress levels, sleep patterns, and physical activity

Analysis of your food diary: To find nutritional gaps, dietary imbalances, and areas for improvement

Body measurements: Weighing and other body measurements may be taken if necessary

Review of bloodwork and lab results: Your dietitian may evaluate recent results and make recommendations based on those values

Identifying challenges and barriers:  You'll discuss obstacles to dietary change and explore practical steps that work for you

Setting realistic and achievable goals: Together, you'll set up sustainable health and nutrition goals that fit your life

Consideration of functional testing: If needed, your dietitian may recommend blood tests, stool analysis, or genetic testing for deeper insights

Clarifying misconceptions: Your dietitian will educate you on nutrition science, explaining the reasoning behind each recommendation

Personalised meal plan: A structured eating plan tailored to your taste preferences, lifestyle, and health needs.

Guidance on portion control, meal timing and hydration: Practical advice to support balanced nutrient intake.

Targeted supplementation recommendations: To address any identified deficiencies.

Lifestyle strategies: Advice on stress management, sleep hygiene, and movement.

Written report: A summary of the consultation and supporting information will be sent to you.

Report to your GP: With your agreement, a copy may be sent to your GP if a medical issue was discussed.

Recommendations for further testing: If additional insights are needed.