Seek a qualified nutritionist, why should you?

In the current, rapidly changing lifestyles, our health is getting affected. From what appeared to be a cosmetic change, has now led to a huge burden of diseases.

Metabolic disorders like obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and dyslipidemia have become run-of-the-mill, and we have become accustomed to poor quality of life, thereby the hazardous effects of it.

It is extremely surprising to see this in the attitudes of the educated youth of India. Despite being able to distinguish between the right and the wrong habits, we are giving up our health for temporary comfort.

This is best represented by “An ounce of prevention is worth more than a pound of cure”.

There is a deep misconception that we the Nutritionists are food police! Taking away our clients’ favorite foods. It makes me really sad that it should be a reason to not steer your health in the right direction.

A qualified nutritionist focuses on making you feel better by making easily achievable tweaks to your lifestyle. I anticipate to empower you with the charge of making wise food-related decisions.

I’ve heard it a gazillion times, ‘I know what to eat, the problem is I cannot do it!’ And I believe you, we all do. You might’ve read half a dozen books, followed twice as many diets, maybe even counted calories or starved yourself. Maybe you know which foods are healthier and which ones don’t suit you at all but still aren’t getting the results you’ve been vying for the whole time.

By presuming that we’re the food police or the bad guy, you dismiss the fact that food is just a part of the big picture and it is really about changing your lifestyle and your behavior!

Here are the Top 10 reasons to visit a qualified Nutritionist!

1. Assess and meet your nutritional requirement:

Every individual has different nutritional needs. These needs necessitate assessment, strategizing, and learning for efficient management. A qualified nutritionist will discuss your health goals with you clearly and then guide you on how to work towards them.

2. Meal Planning:

The world of food is full of temptations and the internet is full of advice. It becomes quite difficult to discern what is a fad diet in trend vs. a sound, evidence-based nutrition plan. A qualified nutritionist is, well, qualified to help you disseminate this multitude of information.

3. Improve Health and Fitness with good food habits:

No matter what your nutritional needs or health goals are, as your nutritionist I can help you create a meal plan that will work for you. The power of a healthy balanced diet is that it is sustainable and yet life-changing goal-oriented.

4. Improve digestive issues:

Digestive complaints can range from gas, bloating, heartburn, diarrhea, constipation, stomach aches, etc. Let me guide you on how to make changes in your diet & lifestyle. Rather than guessing or asking Dr. Google, instead, ask a professional.

5. Athletic performance:

Ensure your nutritional needs are met AND your performance is improved by diet. Gain insight into how to fuel your sport or physical activity and get a competitive edge through diet and lifestyle. Need guidance on how to supplement your diet? Steer clear of injuries and illnesses? Whether you're a professional athlete, marathon runner, or play recreationally, I can guide you through the hurdles of all these.

6. Guide you in managing Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, or Other Metabolic disorders:

I can help you not only understand the condition and how the foods you choose might affect it but also guide you on how to become self-efficient in managing these conditions.

7. To cope with dietary allergies and intolerance:

Skin rash? Itchy skin? Bad stomach? Bloating? Flatulence? These can be signs of allergies or intolerances. It is crucial to consult with someone who can guide you through your food allergies, intolerances, and sensitivities.

8. Pregnancy & Lactation management

If you're pregnant, thinking about becoming pregnant or are a new mother. Then questions like- What to eat, what to avoid, how to cope with the pregnancy with so many myths around arise in every pregnant lady’s mind. It's easy to be overwhelmed by what you think you can't eat. And, that can lead to a boring diet that doesn’t give your body the nutrition it needs. It is essential to consume the right nutrients and at the right stages in your pregnancy, postpartum, as well as when breastfeeding.

9. Weight management:

Weight is NOT the only marker of good health, but it can be important to work with a professional if you think you need to gain, lose, or maintain your weight.

The nutrition plans need to be well balanced and a step in the direction of reaching your goals. Discussing diet myths, fads, and getting clarity on the correct path for achieving your goals is imperative.

10. Resolve chronic disease and other issues like fatigue, hunger, sleeping issues, frequent sickness:

A qualified nutritionist can help you feel better in case of chronic diseases. There are several other issues connected to chronic diseases and metabolic syndromes like fatigue, hunger, appetite, sleep, immunity and frequent illness, etc. Resolving these can help take the burden of chronic disease and make it more manageable.

The key is to Visit a Qualified Dietitian or Nutritionist to address your diet and health concerns.

Be Healthy, Be Happening.