Por Myrna Liz Rodríguez
The role of the nutritionist is to assist the patient and provide him/her with the appropriate tools so that he/she can eat in a healthy way. This professional provides personalized attention according to nutritional needs and requirements. His role promotes nutritional food education so that patients can achieve objectives such as: what to eat, how and in what way food should be consumed.
It is important that a nutrition professional develops a diet plan because he/she is in charge of evaluating the patient, his/her weight, height, activity, age and sex. These data allow to consider what are the necessary requirements for the person and thus make a personalized and individual diet plan.
That's why during your first appointment with a nutritionist, it's important to ask the right questions so that the specialist understands your needs. Many people visit this health specialist to lose weight, improve their diet, gain weight, boost their daily energy, achieve greater mental clarity, or address previously diagnosed conditions. Here are some basic questions you can ask during your first consultation, provided by the Premier Health hospital network and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA):
- Are fad diets good for losing / gaining / maintaining weight?
- What foods are always necessary to have at home?
- What are the ideal times to eat?
- How much should I eat if I want to lose / gain / maintain weight?
- What can we snack between meals?
- How can I manage to balance eating out and still achieve my goals?
- Can I still enjoy certain foods even if I want to lose/gain/maintain weight?
- What should portion sizes look like if I want to lose / gain / maintain weight?
- If I am going to do sports, how do I eat before or after?
- Are fruits eaten whole or in smoothies?
- Is it advisable to skip breakfast or dinner to lose weight?
- What are the recommended calories, carbohydrates and proteins in meals?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) highlights the enormous benefits of healthy eating. For adults, it helps them live longer and maintain healthy skin, teeth, and eyes. It also supports muscles, boosts immunity, strengthens bones, reduces the risk of heart disease, and more.
If you would like to schedule an appointment with a nutritionist, please contact any of our clinics: San Juan: Centro Ararat (787) 497-0800 or Ponce, Centro Ararat , (787) 284-5884.
The content on this page is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not replace or substitute for a consultation with a doctor or other healthcare professional.
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