Nutrition and Diet therapy

Excellent choice! nutrition and diet therapy are disciplines that complement each other to help you lead a healthier life through food.

What is Nutrition and Diet Therapy?

• Nutrition: It is the science that studies the relationship between food and living beings. It analyzes the nutrients we need, how our body processes them and how they affect our health.
• Diet therapy: It is the practical application of nutritional knowledge to prevent, treat and control diseases through diet. A dietitian-nutritionist is the professional in charge of designing personalized eating plans.

How is nutrition different from diet therapy?

While they are closely related, there are some key differences:

• Nutrition: Focuses on the study of nutrients, their functions and how the body uses them.
• Diet therapy: Apply nutritional knowledge to design personalized eating plans and treat various health conditions.

What does a dietician-nutritionist do?

A dietitian-nutritionist is a health professional who:

• Evaluate nutritional status: Analyze your eating habits, medical history and health goals.
• Design personalized meal plans: Create meal plans adapted to your needs and preferences.
• Educates about nutrition: Teaches you how to maintain a healthy diet in the long term.
• Monitor your progress: Perform regular follow-ups to evaluate results and make adjustments if necessary.

When to consult a dietitian-nutritionist?

• Unwanted weight loss or gain:
• Chronic diseases: Diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, etc.
• Food allergies or intolerances:
• Special nutritional needs: Pregnancy, breastfeeding, athletes, etc.