NUTRITIONAL THERAPY & DIETETICS
What is nutritional therapy?
Ever wonder if food can truly be medicine? Nutritional therapy takes that idea and makes it personal! Our nutritional therapists hold expertise in working with mental health and neurodiversity, gut health, and peri-menopause and menopause. Whether you want to feel more energised, manage a specific condition, or simply reach peak well-being, we'll support you to enhance how food connects with your mood, body and cognitive function.
We understand that developing new habits and changing your mindset can take time and work. That's why we provide specialist support over a period of time, acting as your partner in health. We'll work closely with you for several weeks to create a bespoke nutrition, supplement, and lifestyle plan. We'll also coach you through identifying any old habits that might be holding you back and replace them with new, simple, and sustainable routines that add value to your life, health, and well-being.
What can nutritional therapy help with?
Nutritional therapy, mental health and brain function
Fuel your brain for optimal health
Food isn't just about physical energy; it plays a surprising role in mental well-being and cognitive function. Nutritional therapists can be your partner in achieving mind-body harmony. We can help identify hidden food sensitivities that might be triggering anxiety, mood swings or exacerbating symptoms of ADHD.
Additionally, we can create personalised plans to support the production of key neurotransmitters – the brain's chemical messengers – that influence mood, focus, and cognitive performance. By optimising your diet, you can potentially experience a significant boost in mental well-being and brain health, allowing you to feel sharper and more energized throughout the day.
Nutritional therapy and gut health
Feeling Bloated or Backed Up? Your Gut Might Hold the Key!
Did you know there's a whole world living inside your gut, and its health can significantly impact your overall well-being? This amazing ecosystem, called the gut microbiome, plays a crucial role in digestion, nutrient absorption, and even mood!
Our nutritional therapists can be your partners in achieving a happy and healthy gut. We can help identify any underlying issues that might be causing problems like bloating, constipation, or food sensitivities.
By recommending specific foods rich in prebiotics and probiotics, we can help create a thriving gut environment that supports optimal digestion, nutrient absorption, and even a more balanced mood.
Nutritional therapy and peri-menopause
Feel your best during peri-menopause with nutritional therapy
Peri-menopause can bring a wave of changes, but you don't have to navigate them alone. Nutritional therapy offers a natural approach to manage many common symptoms. Following an in-depth initial assessment, our therapists can create a personalised plan to address hormonal fluctuations with key nutrients like phytoestrogens and healthy fats. They'll also help with weight management, fatigue, mood swings, and sleep disruptions through tailored dietary recommendations.
Our approach ensures the plan fits your unique needs and preferences, while promoting long-term healthy eating habits for a happier, healthier you.
Nutritional therapy and weight management
Reach your body goals, for good
Whether you're looking to lose weight, gain muscle, or simply improve your body composition, our nutritional therapists craft personalised plans off the back detailed assessments to help you lose weight, gain muscle, or simply improve your body composition.
We go beyond the meal plan - using coaching techniques to empower you. We'll help you build healthy habits that stick, identify and overcome triggers, and celebrate your victories along the way. Sustainable change starts here.
Dietetics
What is the difference between dietetics and nutritional therapy?
Ever wondered if there's a difference between a dietitian and a nutritional therapist? Both are amazing resources when it comes to using food for optimal health, but they each bring unique strengths to the table!
Dietitians
Dietitians are highly trained specialists in the field of nutrition. They typically hold degrees in dietetics or a related area, followed by additional training and a national licensing exam. This rigorous process allows them to work directly with patients in clinical settings like clinics. Think of them as the all-stars of medical nutrition therapy, working hand-in-hand with doctors to address complex health conditions. They can diagnose nutritional deficiencies, create specialised meal plans, and play a vital role in managing conditions like diabetes, food allergies, or eating disorders.
Nutritional therapists
Nutritional therapists, on the other hand, their focus tends to be on promoting overall well-being and preventing health issues through dietary changes. They can't diagnose medical conditions or directly manage complex cases, but they're fantastic partners for those looking to optimise their health and feel their best through personalised nutrition plans and one-to-one coaching.
The good news! You don’t need to know which service you need, At MOH, we have your back! We will match you with the right service and the best person to support you!
How can dietetics help?
How will my nutritional therapist or dietitian take a whole-health approach?
At MOH, we believe in a collaborative approach to your well-being! This means all our professionals, from therapists to nutritionists and fitness coaches, are trained in a whole-health approach. Here's how it works:
COMPREHNSIVE CARE
During your assessment and treatment plan discussions, your practitioner will consider how different aspects of your health might be impacting your mental well-being. We want the full picture!
CO-ORDINATED CARE
If you're receiving multiple services at MOH, your practitioners will communicate regularly to ensure all your treatments work together seamlessly.
SEAMLESS TEAMWORK
Our team works closely together. Your therapist might consult with a nutritionist therapist or fitness coach if they think it would benefit you. And of course, with your consent, we can make any necessary referrals.
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During your initial consultation, your MOH nutritional therapist will ask you what you hope to achieve through nutritional therapy. They'll also delve into your current health picture, inquiring about any existing medical conditions and medications you're taking.
To understand your dietary patterns, the nutritional therapist will explore your typical meals, snacks, and any food sensitivities or allergies you might experience. They'll then move on to your lifestyle, asking about your daily activity level, sleep quality, and how you manage stress. This comprehensive approach helps the nutritional therapist understand the bigger picture and how these factors might interact with your diet.
To gain even deeper insights, the nutritional therapist might suggest completing a brief dietary assessment form. This could involve recording your food intake for a few days or answering questions about your typical portion sizes.
In the final part of the session, the focus will shift to identifying areas for improvement together. The nutritional therapist will explain how your current diet might be impacting your goals and explore potential modifications that align with your preferences and lifestyle.
By the end of the 60 minutes, you'll have a clearer picture of your current dietary landscape and exciting areas for exploration. The nutritional therapist will explain the plan for your review sessions and provide some initial recommendations to kickstart your nutritional journey!
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Your first dietitian appointment is an exciting first step, and here's what you can expect:
Welcome and Introductions: The dietitian will greet you warmly and explain the purpose of the consultation, ensuring complete confidentiality.
Goal Setting: Get ready to chat about your health goals! What are you hoping to achieve through dietary changes? Do you want to boost your energy, manage a health condition, or simply improve your overall well-being? The dietitian is here to listen and tailor a plan to your specific needs.
Understanding Your Health: The dietitian will ask about your medical history, any existing conditions, and medications you're taking. This helps them understand the bigger picture of your health and how nutrition can play a supportive role.
Dietary Deep Dive: Prepare to talk food! The dietitian will delve into your typical meals, snacks, and any food allergies or sensitivities you might have. They'll be interested in your daily routine and eating habits to get a clear understanding of your current dietary landscape.
Lifestyle Matters: Your health isn't just about what you eat. The dietitian might ask about your daily activity level, sleep quality, and stress management techniques. This comprehensive approach helps them understand how these factors influence your dietary needs and overall health.
Dietary Assessment: To gain even deeper insights, the dietitian might recommend completing a brief dietary assessment. This could involve recording your food intake for a few days or answering questions about your usual portion sizes.
Collaboration is Key: The final part of the session focuses on collaboratively identifying areas for improvement. The dietitian will explain how your current diet might be impacting your goals and explore potential modifications that fit your preferences and lifestyle. This is your chance to ask questions and discuss any concerns you might have.
Plan and Recommendations: By the end of the consultation, you'll have a clearer picture of your current dietary landscape and exciting areas for exploration. The dietitian will outline the plan for your follow-up sessions and provide some initial recommendations to kickstart your personalised nutrition journey. You'll leave feeling empowered and equipped with the first steps towards a healthier you!
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Absolutely! Both registered dietitians and qualified nutritional therapists understand the challenges of maintaining a healthy diet in a busy world. In fact, creating a plan that fits seamlessly into your lifestyle is a key aspect of their approach. Here's how they might consider your busy schedule:
Focus on Practicality: They'll recommend realistic and achievable goals, rather than drastic changes that might be difficult to maintain. This could involve suggesting quick and easy meal prep strategies, healthy convenience foods, or tips for portion control when eating out.
Time-Saving Strategies: They might share time-saving cooking techniques, like batch cooking or using slow cookers, to help you prepare healthy meals in advance.
Prioritise Convenience: They may suggest incorporating healthy snacks on-the-go or recommending grocery delivery services to save you time spent shopping.
Flexibility: They understand that life throws curveballs. They'll work with you to create a flexible plan that can be adapted to your schedule, whether it's unexpected work hours or social events.
Here's a tip: When you meet with your dietician or nutritional therapist, be upfront about your busy lifestyle. The more details you share about your daily routine, the better they can tailor a plan that's realistic and achievable for you.
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Absolutely! Both registered dietitians and qualified nutritional therapists are skilled at not just creating personalised plans, but also making healthy eating enjoyable and family-friendly. Here's how they might help you with recipe ideas:
Family-Friendly Focus: They'll understand your desire to find healthy meals everyone in your family will enjoy. They might suggest recipes that are easy to prepare and involve the whole family in the cooking process.
Dietary Needs: If any family members have allergies, sensitivities, or specific dietary needs, the dietician or therapist can suggest recipes that cater to everyone.
Meal Planning Assistance: They might recommend creating a weekly meal plan to streamline grocery shopping and ensure healthy options are readily available for everyone.
Recipe Resources: They may have access to recipe databases or cookbooks filled with healthy and delicious meals. They can also point you towards online resources for inspiration.
Adapting Favourites: Do you have family favourites that aren't exactly the healthiest? The dietitian or therapist might suggest tweaks to make them more nutritious without sacrificing taste.
Remember, the goal is to make healthy eating a sustainable change for the whole family. By discussing your family's preferences and dietary needs, your dietician or nutritional therapist can equip you with the tools and recipes to make healthy meals a successful and enjoyable part of your family life.